The forecasted import of crude or roughly trimmed granite to the UK indicates steady growth. In 2023, the volume stood at approximately 3.546 billion kilograms. Comparing year-on-year data, the percentage increase from 2023 to 2024 is 3.9%, continuing sequentially in the following years. From 2024 to 2025, there is a 4.0% increase, from 2025 to 2026 a 3.8% rise, 2026 to 2027 shows a 3.6% climb, and from 2027 to 2028, a 3.4% growth. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 averages around 3.74% yearly.

Future trends to watch:

Potential impact of geopolitical factors on trade routes and tariffs
Growing emphasis on sustainable mining practices and their influence on supply chains
Technological advancements in extraction and processing potentially affecting import volumes