The forecast for the number of enterprises in the Glass and Glass Products sector in the UK shows a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting with 659 enterprises in 2024, the sector is expected to decrease to 603 enterprises by 2028. This represents an average annual decline of approximately 2.2% over the five-year period.

Key future trends to watch include:

Technological advancements that may increase efficiency but reduce the number of enterprises.
Global competition which may pressure UK enterprises to consolidate or exit the market.
Sustainability initiatives which could drive innovation and potentially create new market opportunities.