The paper and paperboard production in Switzerland is projected to decline from 1.08 million metric tons in 2024 to 1.02 million metric tons in 2028. The year-on-year percentage decreases are as follows: 2025 shows a decrease of approximately 0.93%(1.08 to 1.07), 2026 a decrease of approximately 1.87% (1.07 to 1.05), 2027 a decrease of approximately 0.95% (1.05 to 1.04), and 2028 a decrease of approximately 1.92% (1.04 to 1.02). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period indicates an average annual decrease of around 1.45%.
Future trends to watch for in the Swiss paper and paperboard industry include the potential impacts of increasing digitalization, shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable packaging materials, regulatory changes promoting recycling, and technological advancements aimed at reducing production costs and environmental impact.