The forecast for the import of paper and paperboard to the UK indicates a decreasing trend from 2024 to 2028, with volumes starting at 4.7229 billion kilograms in 2024 and declining to 4.4181 billion kilograms by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decline of approximately 1.66% over the five-year period, based on a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) analysis.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of evolving environmental policies on both production and import demand.
Technological advancements in recycling and paper alternatives which could further influence import volumes.
Shifts in global trade dynamics and economic conditions that might affect supply chain and cost structures for paper imports.