dublinbusiness wireresearch and markets httpwww.researchandmarkets.comresearch6rbnmgglobalflexible has announced the addition of the "global flexible plastic packaging market 20152019" report to their offering.one of the major trends set to emerge in the global flexible plastic packaging market during the forecast period is the growing consumer preference for flexible plastics in favor of rigid plastic packaging material. increased focus is being given to convenience and sustainability issues. flexible plastic packaging materials are 80 percent lighter in weight compared to the equivalent rigid plastic materials and are also cheaper to manufacture.according to the report, one of the main factors positively affecting the market is the growing demand from the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. packaging of medical products needs to meet international regulatory compliance standards for safety. the inert properties of plastics along with its durability, cleanliness, transparency, and light weight, make it the perfect choice for packing complex medical products.further, the report states that one of the main challenges in the market is the stringent environmental regulations imposed by governments of developed countries. food packaging is the largest component of municipal solid waste in marine channels, which causes major damage to wild and marine life.the study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry.key topics covered01. executive summary02. list of abbreviations03. scope of the report04. market research methodology05. introduction06. market landscape07. market segmentation by product08. geographical segmentation09. buying criteria10. market growth drivers11. drivers and their impact12. market challenges13. impact of drivers and challenges14. market trends15. trends and their impact16. vendor landscape17. key vendor analysis18. other reports in this seriescompanies mentionedaep industriesamcorbemis companyberry plasticsbischof kleinclondalkin groupconstantia flexiblescoverisds smithdaibochi plasticflextrusgraham packaginghuhtamakilinpac groupnampak plasticsprintpacksealed airwinpakwipakfor more information visit httpwww.researchandmarkets.comresearch6rbnmgglobalflexiblecontactsresearch and marketslaura wood, senior managerpress@researchandmarkets.comfor e.s.t office hours call 19173000470for u.s.can toll free call 18005268630for gmt office hours call 35314168900u.s. fax 6466071907fax outside u.s. 35314811716sector packaging 
