The import of composite paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets to the UK is forecasted to decrease steadily from 60.554 million kilograms in 2024 to 58.177 million kilograms in 2028. If the 2023 data is available, it should be used to provide a baseline for this analysis. Year-on-year variations indicate minor declines between consecutive years: approximately -1.0% from 2024 to 2025, and -1.0% from 2025 to 2026. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period suggests a steady decline across five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential advancements in paperboard recycling technology and their effect on import volumes.
- Impact of economic fluctuations, including Brexit-related changes and global trade policies.
- Shifts in consumer demand driven by digital transformations reducing the need for physical paper products.
- Any environmental regulations that may affect the production and importation of composite paper and paperboard.
