Turning the tables

摘要

Demand for glass tableware in Asian markets is expected to grow given changing socio-economic and demographic trends that drive the uptake of other household products. These include increasing urbanisation, rising disposable incomes, and growing brand awareness, alongside the rapid development of the region's economies, especially the travel and hotel trade which accounts for a big chunk of demand. The main market segments are household and professional, which includes demand from the hotel, restaurant and bar services sector. Glass tableware covers a wide range that includes plates, stemware (including wine glasses), tumblers, mugs, bowls, salt and pepper shakers, beer and shot glasses, canisters, candleholders and various other items like vases. Also, included in the category are handmade glass tableware and glass bakeware products.