The forecast for re-import of knitted or crocheted women’s and girls' swimwear of synthetic fibres to the UK shows a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import volume stood at 50,000 kilograms. The year-on-year variation is approximately 4.5% from 2024 to 2025, 4.2% to 2026, 4.0% to 2027, and finally 3.7% to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these forecasted five years is approximately 4.1%. This indicates a steady growth trend in re-imports.
Future trends to watch for:
- Emerging fashion trends and consumer preference shifts towards sustainable materials.
- Impacts of trade policies and potential changes due to Brexit negotiations.
- Technological advancements in textiles that could influence the production and import dynamics.