Australia Beer Cans Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Australia Beer Cans Market Outlook

The Australia beer cans market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% between 2024 and 2032.

Key Takeaways

• Australia brewed a staggering 16.1 million hectolitres of beer in 2019.

• The average price of a can of beer in Sydney ranges from 6 to 10 USD.

• 85% of beer sold in Australia is domestically produced.

• Key beer can manufacturers in the country are Orora Packaging Australia Pty Ltd, Pro canning, Nordson Corporation, and PrimePac.

The growth of beer cans market in Australia is being primarily driven by increasing global consumption of beer and growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, such as aluminium cans, driven by environmental concerns and consumer preferences for eco-friendly options. The shift towards canned beer is also influenced by factors like convenience, portability, and their ability to protect the beer from light and oxygen, ensuring freshness and quality.

Additionally, the rise of craft breweries in Australia has led to an increased variety of beers available in cans, catering to diverse consumer tastes and preferences. As of June 2020, Australia hosted 294 registered independent breweries. The market is also witnessing a trend towards innovative can designs, alliances between breweries and artists for unique packaging, and the use of cans as a canvas for creative branding and storytelling.

Additionally, collaborations of beer can manufacturers with sports and entertainment entities, introduction of limited-edition can designs, and launch of new product formats like 500 ml beer cans are driving Australia beer cans market growth by offering consumers unique and engaging experiences in beer consumption.

In May 2023, Athletic Brewing Company and Netflix partnered to launch a limited-edition, co-branded non-alcoholic beers inspired by "The Witcher" series. This collaboration introduced a non-alcoholic hoppy Helles named Geralt’s Gold, featuring citrus and floral aromatics with a ripe peach nose. Furthermore, instance of limited-edition can designs is the special edition mini aluminium cans launched by Pepsi in January 2023 to commemorate its 125th anniversary. These cans were designed in collaboration with Shaquille O'Neal, incorporating nostalgic '90s elements and reflecting Shaq's persona in the packaging design.

Among materials, steel and tin beer cans are traditional materials used for packaging beer, offering durability and cost-effectiveness. These cans cater to consumers looking for classic and reliable packaging options in the beer market. Aluminium beer cans are gaining popularity and are expected to hold a larger Australia beer cans market share for their lightweight, recyclable, and heat resistance properties. Aluminium cans are also preferred for craft beers and premium brews as it aligns with consumer preferences for eco-friendly and innovative packaging in the beer industry.

Market Segmentation

Australia Beer Cans Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Material Type 

• Steel/tin Cans

• Aluminium Cans 

Market Breakup by Capacity

• 330 ml

• 500 ml

Market Breakup by Region

• New South Wales

• Victoria

• Queensland

• Western Australia

• Australian Capital Territory

• Others

Competitive Landscape

Market players are focusing on innovative designs and partnerships to enhance consumer engagement and brand visibility.

• Orora Packaging Australia Pty Ltd.

• Pro canning

• Nordson Corporation

• PrimePac 

• Morris McMahon & Co Pty Ltd.

• Visy Group

• Irwin Packaging Pty Ltd.

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report