In 2023, the UK imported aluminium plates, sheets, and strips at an estimated volume of approximately 47 million kilograms. The forecast predicts a declining trend with imports expected to fall from 45.5 million kilograms in 2024 to 38.848 million kilograms by 2028. This indicates a significant reduction of around 17.3% over four years.
Year-on-year variations are estimated at:
- -3.77% from 2024 to 2025
- -3.83% from 2025 to 2026
- -3.90% from 2026 to 2027
- -3.99% from 2027 to 2028
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years shows an approximate average annual decrease of 3.75% in import volume.
Future trends to watch include changes in global aluminium supply chains, shifts in Brexit impacts, and advancements in sustainable packaging solutions that may influence import volumes. New trade agreements and regulatory adjustments could also pivot these trends substantially in the foreseeable future.
