The UK’s import of graphic paper and paperboard with mechanical fibres exceeding 10% is expected to decline significantly from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 168.86 million kg in 2024 to 81.27 million kg in 2028. This represents a negative growth trend, with year-on-year decreases observed through the forecasted period. Compared to 2023, this decline marks a clear shift towards reduced import volume. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period highlights a substantial downward trend in imports.
Potential future trends to monitor include the increasing digitization reducing demand for physical paper products, environmental concerns influencing paper consumption, and ongoing advancements in domestic paper manufacturing capabilities that might reduce reliance on imports.
