The import of polyethylene waste or scrap to the UAE has seen a significant downward trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2023, there was a decrease from 1.2801 million kilograms to 0.69219 million kilograms. Notably, the year-on-year variation showed a decline of 2.79% between 2022 and 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years was -2.75%, indicating a continuous but gradual reduction.
Despite occasional upticks, the overall trend highlights a persistent decline. Moving forward from 2024, forecasted data predicts the continuation of this decline, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of -2.57% and an anticipated reduction of 12.22% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential regulatory changes in waste management and import-export policies, technological advancements in recycling, and shifts in global supply chains that might impact the import volumes of polyethylene waste.
