In 2023, the recovered steel packaging waste in Italy stood at a specific volume, marking the baseline for the future upward trend. The forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady increase in recovered waste, with expected annual volumes rising from 425.01 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 460.2 thousand metric tons in 2028. Year-on-year growth shows a consistent upward trend, reflecting increased recovery efforts and possibly better recycling infrastructure and regulations.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of evolving environmental policies and legislation on steel waste recovery.
The role of technological advancements in improving recycling rates and efficiencies.
How changing consumer behaviors towards sustainability might influence packaging waste generation and recovery.
Global market trends in steel supply and demand affecting recovery processes.