In 2023, the import of packing containers, including record sleeves, to the UAE stood at 9.678 million USD. From 2024 onwards, forecasted data indicates a steady decline in the import value, starting at 9.5741 million USD in 2024 and decreasing incrementally each year to 9.1858 million USD by 2028.
Year-on-year percentage variations for the forecasted period are as follows:
- 2024 to 2025: -1.04%
- 2025 to 2026: -1.03%
- 2026 to 2027: -1.02%
- 2027 to 2028: -1.01%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is -1.05%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in global supply chain dynamics, sustainability trends impacting the demand for packing materials, and technological advancements in packaging solutions that may alter the import volumes and values for the UAE market.