The import of sheet-fed, office offset printers to the UK has seen significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2023, the market has faced periods of rapid growth and steep decline. Following a peak in 2016, imports experienced a substantial drop. The import value in 2023 stood at 4.5 thousand, reflecting a 14.51% decline from the prior year. Over the last five years, the average annual decline rate (CAGR) was -1.66%, indicating a consistent downward trend.
Looking ahead, forecasts suggest a continued decline in imports, with a projected CAGR of -32.58% from 2024 to 2028. By 2028, imports are expected to have fallen by 86.07% from 2023 levels, with the value dropping to 0.51 thousand.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in digital printing, shifts in office printing demand, and potential economic or policy changes impacting import practices and market needs.
