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FORECAST
As we approach 2025, the wooden pallet and container industry faces
an evolving landscape shaped by technological advancements, economic
pressures, and shi ing global trade dynamics. To provide a comprehensive
outlook, we gathered insights from industry leaders, highligh ng the
innova ons, strategies, and expecta ons that will define the future.
1. What New Technologies Or Innova ons Do You Think Will
Have The Most Significant Impact On The Industry In 2025?
INDUSTRY
FORECAST 2025
Expert Perspec ves On
Trends, Innova ons And
Strategies
Automat ion w i l l cont inue in pa l let manufact u r ing to
minimize product ion cost. More wa rehouses and DCs
w i l l a lso be automated, put t ing higher demands on pa l let
qua lit y– compliance w it h specs, squa re cor ners, no missing/
broken boa rds. Susta inabi lit y ef for ts w i l l cont inue
w it h increased pa l let reuse, but a lso f ind ing rec ycled or
a lter nat ive repa ir mater ia ls for more eco-f r iend ly pa l lets.
- Mia A llen, Rose Pallet
A I.
- Brock Lundeen, Mavin
Automated teardown, and any automation to eliminate labor.
- Mark Jones, PALtech Enterprises
Automated pa l let na i ling machines.
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