The forecast for non-ferrous metal imports to the UK, measured in metric tons per capita, indicates a slight downward trend from 2024 to 2028. It begins at 0.038 in 2024 and trends slowly downward to 0.036 by 2028. Compared to 2023 data, there's a decrease projected through these years, with the value plateauing between 2025 and 2027. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is expected to show a mild decrease, suggesting a modest contraction in imports per capita.

Future trends to watch for:

Economic shifts affecting demand for non-ferrous metals, particularly from key industries such as automotive and consumer goods.
Changes in trade policies post-Brexit that may impact import patterns and volumes.
Adoption of sustainability practices and regulations that could alter materials sourcing strategies.
Innovation in materials science which may lead to alternative materials reducing dependence on specific non-ferrous metals.