The event, to be held in Cape Town, South Africa from April 8-10, will bring together all stakeholders from across Africa and the globe to analyse what’s driving juice consumption around the continent.
“With a population of over one billion, Africa represents a huge opportunity for Sidel to enhance and expand its presence in one of the fastest growing markets for our business globally,” said Terence Hobson, MD, Sidel Packaging Systems, South Africa. “With its promising economic outlook, aggressive infrastructure development, population growth and stable political situation, Africa is one of the best places in the world for us to present our innovative solutions which address evolving market needs.”
Africa is one of the largest growing zones in the world for Sidel’s business. According to Euromonitor statistics, 64 billion units were sold last year in the Greater Middle East and Africa Zone, among which 19 billion (around 30%) were in PET material.
Fruit and Vegetable Juice market is growing in South Africa by over 3%. By the year 2017, this market is forecast to reach 538 million litres.
Source: Sidel
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