Plastic Packaging Prices Rise, Food and Beverage Industry Under Pressure
Business operators in the food and beverage sector are facing pressure due to the rise in plastic packaging prices triggered by the global situation, including conflicts in the Gulf region. The price increase is even said to reach up to 100 percent.
Chairman of the Indonesian Food and Beverage Producers Association (GAPMMI), Adhi S. Lukman, stated that the condition has been widely complained about by business operators. “Plastic prices have risen by up to 100 percent. This situation has been the subject of many complaints,” he said on the sidelines of the opening of the Jogja Food & Beverage Expo 2026 at JEC, Yogyakarta, on Wednesday (8/4).
He explained that the price increase is influenced by supply limitations and reduced production from plastic manufacturers. As a result, packaging costs for products in the food and beverage industry have increased by around 30% to 60%.
Adhi urged business operators to seek alternatives to address the situation. “Business operators need to find solutions to continue running their businesses amid rising packaging costs,” he said.
The Jogja Food & Beverage Expo 2026, which runs until Sunday (11/4), serves as a forum for industry players to seek solutions and innovations. The exhibition is attended by 120 participants, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
The Governor of the Special Region of Yogyakarta, in a written speech read by the Governor’s Special Staff for Economy and Development, Noviar Rahmad, hoped that the exhibition could open up market opportunities. “It is also hoped that it can open access both nationally and internationally,” he said.
CEO of Krista Exhibitions, Daud D. Salim, stated that the exhibition showcases various innovations in the food sector. “This event features food processing technology, professional kitchen equipment, to high-quality raw materials and functional ingredients,” he said.
According to Daud, various solutions are also exhibited to address industry challenges, such as eco-friendly packaging technology, automated production machines, and food safety systems.
Adhi added that exhibitions like this are important for advancing the industry, especially for small and medium enterprises. “Through various exhibitions, MSME operators can improve product quality to penetrate export markets,” he said.
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