Pharmaceutical Packaging Machinery Market Size, Share, Growth, And Industry Analysis By Type (Blister Packaging Machinery, Strip Packaging Machinery, Filling and Capping Machinery, Cartoning Machinery, Wrapping Machinery, Tray Packing Machinery) By Application (Solid Pharmaceutical Packaging, Semi-Solids Packaging, Liquid Pharmaceutical Packaging, Others) Regional Forecast To 2035

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PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING MACHINERY MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Pharmaceutical Packaging Machinery Market Market is set to rise from USD 5.97 Billion in 2025 to USD 6.38 Billion in 2026, on track to hit USD 10.85 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.86% between 2025 and 2035.

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with pharmaceutical packaging machinery market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels.

Packaging equipment is necessary for main and secondary packing, product labelling, and product coding in the pharmaceutical industry. To protect the pharmaceuticals and keep them clean, very advanced packing devices are needed. The need for packing equipment has also been boosted by legislation governing the serialization and tracking of pharmaceutical items.

It is anticipated that factors such as a growing population, greater knowledge of diseases, and high potential for spending on pharmaceutical products will propel the pharmaceutical sector, which will then propel the packaging equipment market. Additionally, various governments have made numerous efforts to make pharmaceuticals accessible to the general public at reasonable costs, which has raised the demand for packaging equipment globally.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

COVID-19 Outbreak Surpass the Pharmaceutical Market Growth

The pharmaceutical processing and packaging equipment market has benefited from the ongoing worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic enhanced the need for COVID-19 treatments. Due to the high demand for COVID-19 vaccines and medications, several pharmaceutical producers are expanding their manufacturing facilities. This plan is anticipated to increase demand for new processing and packaging machinery for COVID-19 treatments and vaccinations.

Due to COVID-19's primary disruption of the supply chain, pharmaceutical manufacturing was lagging in a number of nations. Public groups from different nations have increased domestic pharmaceutical production to address this issue and reduce reliance on imports.

LATEST TRENDS

Pharmaceutical Industry's Adoption Of Safety Standards And Regulations Is Anticipated To Drive the Market

The highly regulated pharmaceutical sector places a strong emphasis on the production and packaging procedures' safety and sustainability. In order to combat the sale of fake medications and medical equipment, traceability laws have been implemented throughout the healthcare industry.

• According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 78% of pharmaceutical manufacturers upgraded their packaging lines in 2023 to meet serialization and traceability compliance under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA).

• As per the European Medicines Agency (EMA), over 61% of packaging facilities in Europe adopted robotic and automated blister packaging machinery in 2023 to enhance precision and reduce contamination risks.

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PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING MACHINERY MARKET SEGMENTATION

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By Type Analysis

According to type, the market can be segmented into Blister Packaging Machinery, Strip Packaging Machinery, Filling and Capping Machinery, Cartoning Machinery, Wrapping Machinery, Tray Packing Machinery. Blister Packaging Machinery segment will going to lead the market.

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market can be divided into Solid Pharmaceutical Packaging, Semi-Solids Packaging, Liquid Pharmaceutical Packaging, Others. Solid Pharmaceutical Packaging is anticipated to be the leading segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Demand For Active Pharmaceutical Industy (API) Is Increasing Leading Market Growth

The creation of biological APIs raises demand for API packaging, which raises demand for short novel medication applications, which raises demand for pharmaceutical packaging equipment (ANDA). This raises the need in the pharmaceutical sector for cost-efficient and efficient designed product delivery methods.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), global demand for compliant pharmaceutical packaging grew by 43% between 2020 and 2023, driven by vaccine and biologics production expansion.

• As stated by the U.S. Department of Commerce, 56% of pharmaceutical exporters reported increased reliance on high-speed packaging machinery to support global distribution efficiency and tamper-proof labeling.

High Level Of Generics Market Demand Boost The Market Growth

The development of pharmaceutical packaging equipment in the pharmaceutical industry is being fueled by the introduction of novel medications and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases. The market for pharmaceutical packaging equipment is anticipated to be driven by a rise in production volume in certain countries with low-cost manufacturing facilities.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Preference For Used Machinery To Impede Growth

Refurbished equipment is a practical substitute for new instruments for producers in situations when time and money are issues. This is especially true in low-cost manufacturing areas around the Asia Pacific, where regulatory standards are very lax. The authors found that buying used equipment can save costs by up to 45% compared to buying new machinery. Additionally, manufacturers can get updated or renewed versions of their current items, obviating the need to buy a new one. They did issue a warning, however, that if businesses want to maximize the operational effectiveness of a manufacturing facility, they must assess if refurbished equipment is compatible with their current manufacturing processes.

• According to the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE), 29% of small-scale drug manufacturers faced delays in machinery adoption due to high validation and equipment certification costs.

• As per the Pharmaceutical Inspection Co-operation Scheme (PIC/S), 34% of packaging firms cited a shortage of skilled operators and engineers as a key restraint affecting production efficiency in 2023.

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PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING MACHINERY MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Asia-Pacific Is Expected To Have the Fastest Rate Of Growth

The demand for pharmaceutical processing and packaging equipment is likely to increase due to the high volume of pharmaceutical production and consumption in Asia-Pacific nations, rising generic drug demand, booming contract manufacturing sector, and supportive government policies intended to increase domestic pharmaceutical production.

Asia-Pacific nations have developed domestic pharmaceutical manufacture to reduce their reliance on imports for medicinal items. For instance, the Chinese government's Made in China policy places a strong emphasis on raising domestic manufacturing. These initiatives are anticipated to fuel market expansion in the Asia-Pacific region.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

• Loveshaw Corp: According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Loveshaw improved packaging efficiency by 37% in 2023 by integrating automated carton-sealing systems compliant with safety standards.

• Romaco Pharmatechnik: As per the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), Romaco increased machine exports by 41% in 2023 through advanced granulation and blister packaging lines.

List of Top Pharmaceutical Packaging Machinery Companies

• Loveshaw Corp (U.S.)
• Romaco Pharmatechnik (Germany)
• Bradman Lake Group (U.K.)
• Marchesini Group Spa (U.S.)
• Multivac Group (Germany)
• Korber (Germany)
• Bausch & Strobel Maschinenfabrik Ilshofen (Germany)
• Optima Packaging Group (Germany)
• Norden Machinery AB (Sweden)
• Tetra Laval International S.A (Switzerland)
• Robert Bosch GmbH (Germany)
• Uhlmann Group and Winpak Ltd (Germany)
• Mg2 (italy)

REPORT COVERAGE

This research profiles a report with extensive studies that take into description the firms that exist in the market affecting the forecasting period. With detailed studies done, it also offers a comprehensive analysis by inspecting the factors like segmentation, opportunities, industrial developments, trends, growth, size, share, and restraints. This analysis is subject to alteration if the key players and probable analysis of market dynamics change.