In 2023, the UK's import of uncoated testliner in rolls or sheets weighing at least 150 g/m² stood at 70 million kilograms. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 show a gradual increase, reaching 77.9 million kilograms by 2028. Year-on-year, this represents an increase of 2.29% in 2025, 2.19% in 2026, 2.1% in 2027, and 2.01% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is approximately 2.14%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of environmental regulations on packaging materials which could affect testliner demand.
- Technological advancements in packaging which might alter material preferences.
- Fluctuations in domestic production capacity and international trade policies influencing import volumes.
