Citation
(2007), "“Powder Coatings In Europe 2005/2006-2016 – A New Dawn” plus a general overview of the Powder Coatings markets in the Middle East and Africa", Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, Vol. 54 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/acmm.2007.12854bac.010
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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“Powder Coatings In Europe 2005/2006-2016 – A New Dawn” plus a general overview of the Powder Coatings markets in the Middle East and Africa
“Powder Coatings In Europe 2005/2006-2016 – A New Dawn” plus a general overview of the Powder Coatings markets in the Middle East and Africa
IRFAB announces its new study on the broader EUROPEAN Powder Coatings market, examining the changing market dynamics from various perspectives at this critical stage in its evolution. In the mature West European markets, where growth rates are now 2-4 percent per annum at most, powder coatings producers are starting to re-evaluate and adjust their strategies.
For many, repositioning in the West is going hand-in-hand with expansion in the growth markets in Central and Eastern Europe and, for some, even further Eastwards. With the divisions between regional trading zones becoming increasingly blurred, the study also includes an overview of the neighbouring markets in the Middle East and Africa.
Behind the basic facts on this market:
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powder Coatings production in 2005 across the whole of Europe was around 440,000tons, valued at more than e1.5 billion;
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the Middle East and Africa are increasingly important markets, currently standing at a combined total of 50,000 tons;
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polyester-epoxy hybrids and polyester/TGIC-free powders dominate the European market, with epoxies, acrylics and polyurethanes filling niche sectors; and
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average prices vary considerably across the region, from lows of €2.50/kg in several of the Mediterranean markets to more than €4.50/kg in Northern Europe.
The study provides detailed analysis of key information and market trends:
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Market breakdown, country by country and market shares of the powder suppliers.
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Levels of exports and imports in each country and key players.
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Application segmentation and future trends: appliances, architectural, automotive, general metal finishing, trade coaters and functional.
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Resin chemistry segmentation: hybrids, polyesters, epoxies, acrylics, polyurethanes and others.
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Analysis of raw material cost trends, and their implications on the profitability of this market.
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Key issues facing the market: over-capacity, migration of manufacturing to Central & Eastern Europe, Asia, etc.
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Specific case studies on the successful use of powder coatings.
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The potential for growth into new substrates, like MDF and plastics for UV and low temperature cure powders.
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Profiles of the main powder coatings manufacturers in the region, with general cost structures.
The hallmarks of the study are the direct contacts by senior consultants with high-level management at the majority of the 80+ powder coatings manufacturers across more than 30 countries in Europe, including Turkey and Russia, and in another 20 countries from the Middle East and Africa.
This 300-page study provides a strategic document for the Powder Coatings industry, focussing on the dynamics of the powder coatings value chain and is relevant to corporate strategists, R&D, sales and marketing for long-term planning.
IRFAB is active in global strategic marketing. It has been exclusively involved in highly specialised market assessment and long-term technology forecasting in the Paint and Coatings sector and related raw materials for more than 30 years.
For more details: web site: www.irfab.com, e-mail: enquiry@irfab.com