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Freight Trailer Manufacturing in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Updated by IBISWorld











IBISWorld Market Research


Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) September 03, 2013

The Freight Trailer Manufacturing in Australia industry is highly dependent on its downstream industries. Although operators supply trailers to a number of diverse clients, the severity of the economic downturn and its flow-on effects have caused relatively slower growth in the industry. There are several channels through which this has occurred. Poor business sentiment has caused lower construction levels. Slower economic activity resulted in businesses carrying less stock, leading to a lower general need for transportation. Both of these factors translated into lower demand for new trailers. This was somewhat counterbalanced by a stronger demand from mining, which helped to drive revenue growth in the later part of the past five years. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Andrei Ivanov, “lower construction levels were also mitigated, to some extent, by increasing public spending on infrastructure projects”.

Overall, industry revenue is forecast to grow at annual compound growth rate of 2.1% over the five years through 2013-14 to reach $ 879.6 million. “However, this is calculated off a low base figure, and the industry did experience a significant downturn following the onset of the financial crisis,” says Ivanov. In 2013-14, the industry is forecast to grow by 4.3%. The industry has a medium share of concentration that belies the level of fragmentation that exists beyond the major players. The most significant operators in the industry are MaxiTRANS Industries Limited and Vawdrey Australia Pty Ltd.

The outlook for the Freight Trailer Manufacturing industry remains positive, but it is unlikely to achieve growth rates on par with those reached before the financial crisis. Mining will decrease as a source of industry revenue as more projects reach completion and come online. Furthermore, transportation of mined ore via rail infrastructure is more cost-effective and will present strong competition to trucking in this market segment. Lower interest rates are expected to bode well for construction. Residential construction is anticipated to grow in the short term. Commercial construction is set to follow as business sentiment improves and private investment gains steam. This will drive sales of new trailers and generate revenue for the industry. Favourable weather conditions in Australia, combined with droughts in the US and a growing demand for wheat in China, are expected to drive the demand for Australian grain. Increased production is anticipated to translate into higher demand for trailers as a means of transportation for bulk commodities.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

Companies in this industry manufacture trailers that are specifically designed for use on heavy-duty trucks. Trailer types vary based on size and purpose, and they include T-liners, flat-top and refrigerated trailers. This industry does not include light truck trailers or travel trailers.

Industry Performance

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Key External Drivers

Current Performance

Industry Outlook

Industry Life Cycle

Products & Markets

Supply Chain

Products & Services

Major Markets

International Trade

Business Locations

Competitive Landscape

Market Share Concentration

Key Success Factors

Cost Structure Benchmarks

Basis of Competition

Barriers to Entry

Industry Globalisation

Major Companies

Operating Conditions

Capital Intensity

Technology & Systems

Revenue Volatility

Regulation & Policy

Industry Assistance

Key Statistics

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About IBISWorld Inc.

Recognised as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every Australian industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Melbourne, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organisations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com.au or call (03) 9655 3886.























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Global Fertilizers and Agricultural Chemicals Manufacturing Industry Market Research Report from IBISWorld has Been Updated












Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 05, 2013

The Global Fertilizers and Agricultural Chemicals Manufacturing industry produces synthetic fertilizers, pesticides and other agricultural chemicals. As such, it plays an essential role in ensuring that the world’s agricultural production systems are economically efficient in the short term and sustainable in the long term. According to IBISWorld Industry analyst Radia Amari, “over much of the past decade, the industry enjoyed moderate growth led by three main growth drivers: feed, food and biofuels.” Following a marked contraction in 2009, fertilizer and agrochemical demand has rebounded strongly in traditional markets and emerging markets, where food pressures have led to calls for higher agricultural productivity and crop yields. Industry production also has continued to recover from the depressed levels of 2008 and 2009, although it is still operating below installed capacity. Tight agricultural commodity markets and relatively high agricultural prices are benefiting the industry. Industry revenue is expected to grow at an annualized rate of 1.6% to $ 150.9 billion over the five years to 2013, including expected growth of 2.5% in 2013. Global debt concerns are weighing on industry performance. At the same time, the industry will continue to contend with a changing climate, food security issues and establishing a green economy.

Over the next five years, the industry’s performance will hinge on the strong demand growth expected from emerging economies in Asia and the Americas, and new industry operations in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Farmers will increasingly demand industry products as farm production increases. “Prices will also grow over the next five years, which will further expand industry revenue,” says Amari. Any continued volatility in energy and agricultural commodity prices will also affect the industry. Within the pesticide segment, variables like the flow-on effects of biotechnology developments and the growing sizes of the areas dedicated to genetically modified (GM) crops will impact industry demand. From 2013 to 2018, industry revenue is forecast to grow. The industry is expected to display a lower degree of volatility, but demand and supply imbalances will influence industry performance on a year-to-year basis.

The Global Fertilizers and Agricultural Chemicals Manufacturing industry has a low level of market share concentration. However, concentration levels will vary between product segments. For example, within the pesticide segment, the top six producers (i.e. BASF, Bayer, Dow, DuPont, Monsanto and Syngenta) are estimated to supply the majority of the global market. Within the fertilizer product segment, there are 10 companies that dominate: PotashCorp, Mosaic, Uralkali, Belaruskali, OCP, Yara, CF Industries, Israel Chemicals, Agrium and the K&S Group. Industry consolidation has increased over the past years as an increasing number of operators have merged or been acquired. For example, BASF acquired the Sorex Group in 2008.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

This industry formulates and prepares fertilizer products, pesticides (e.g. herbicides, insecticides and fungicides) and other agricultural chemicals (e.g. insect repellents, sheep dips, fly sprays and flea powders). Key markets serviced include the agricultural sector, households and various commercial and industrial users.

Industry Performance

Executive Summary

Key External Drivers

Current Performance

Industry Outlook

Industry Life Cycle

Products & Markets

Supply Chain

Products & Services

Major Markets

Globalization & Trade

Business Locations

Competitive Landscape

Market Share Concentration

Key Success Factors

Cost Structure Benchmarks

Barriers to Entry

Major Companies

Operating Conditions

Capital Intensity

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Annual Change

Key Ratios

About IBISWorld Inc.

Recognized as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on nearly every US and Global industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.























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Toy, Doll & Game Manufacturing in the US Industry Market Research Report from IBISWorld has Been Updated












Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 17, 2013

The Toy, Doll and Game Manufacturing industry is expected to continue its modest recovery from painful revenue losses suffered during the recession. Revenue is expected to increase 1.0% to $ 2.69 billion in 2013. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Sean Windle, “Because toys, dolls and games are discretionary items, industry demand is heavily dependent on economic factors, such as unemployment, consumer sentiment and the level of disposable income – all of which experienced losses over the past five years.” To make matters worse, industry operators have had to face not only dismal economic conditions, but also mounting competition from lower-cost imports. As a result, IBISWorld estimates industry revenue fell at an average annual rate of 6.2% in the five years to 2013.

While the worst of the downturn has passed, the same cannot be said of the industry’s struggle to compete with lower-cost imported toys. “Manufacturers in countries like China, which accounts for the overwhelming majority of industry imports, enjoy more relaxed labor and environmental regulations, and can therefore produce goods at a fraction of the cost of US manufacturers,” says Windle. In order to remain competitive, industry firms have had to lower their prices, which has caused them to incur higher fixed costs and made it harder to absorb rising raw material expenses. As a result, the industry’s profitability has declined over the past five years. With faltering profitability, many firms have resorted to labor and wage cuts, facility closures or been forced to exit the industry.

The Toy, Doll and Game Manufacturing industry exhibits a low market share concentration. Although close to one-quarter of the market is taken by two global toy manufacturers, Mattel and Hasbro, the remainder of the industry is characterized by a large number of small and privately owned firms. IBISWorld estimates that over half of all companies in the industry will employ fewer than five workers in 2013, with nearly three quarters of firms expected to employ fewer than 10 workers. In contrast, only 3.7% of industry operators are expected to employ 100 or more workers. While the industry remains fragmented, concentration has increased over the past five years, due to many firms being forced to exit the industry under tough economic conditions. Faced with falling demand and eroding profit margins, many underperforming operators had no choice but to close up shop. Other firms that survived the economic downturn have transferred their manufacturing facilities overseas to take advantage of lower production costs.

Unfortunately for toy, game and doll manufacturers, the long-term outlook is bleak. While consumer confidence, the level of disposable income and employment are all expected to increase over the next five years, import penetration is also set to increase. Since a major basis for competition amongst toy manufacturers is price, US firms, which carry higher labor and regulatory costs, will continue to be at a disadvantage to lower-cost overseas manufacturers. However, a bright spot does exist: as import penetration continues to accelerate, US operators are finding business opportunities through exports, which are expected to increase over the next five years. Export growth will help offset some of the industry’s losses from import competition. In the five years to 2018, IBISWorld expects industry revenue to increase.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

This industry is comprised of firms that manufacture dolls, doll accessories, action figures, toys, games (including electronic), hobby kits and children’s vehicles (except metal bicycles and tricycles).

Industry Performance

Executive Summary

Key External Drivers

Current Performance

Industry Outlook

Industry Life Cycle

Products & Markets

Supply Chain

Products & Services

Major Markets

Globalization & Trade

Business Locations

Competitive Landscape

Market Share Concentration

Key Success Factors

Cost Structure Benchmarks

Barriers to Entry

Major Companies

Operating Conditions

Capital Intensity

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Annual Change

Key Ratios

About IBISWorld Inc.

Recognized as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every US industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.























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MFG.com Adds Leading Job Shops and Contract Manufactures to the Manufacturing Marketplace













Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 18, 2012

MFG.com, the world’s leading marketplace for made-to-order manufacturing of mechanical components, textiles and packaging announced today that several premium job shops and contract manufacturers were accepted to the MFG.com marketplace.

A sample of these manufacturers includes:


Advanced Manufacturing is a custom CNC machine shop in Inman, SC and specialist in Stainless. They currently have 11 CNC’s in house to fill the needs of their customers. As of Jan, 2011, Advanced Manufacturing has expanded to a 15,000 sq. ft. metal building sitting on 7.89 acres. They also hold an ISO 9001-2008 status.

SS Assembly Services is an American owned maquiladora based in El Paso, TX and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico for companies seeking to outsource assembly and sub-assembly jobs. SS Assembly handles a variety of kitting, assembly, and packaging services for most products, and is committed to quality assurance. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), along with lower Mexican operating costs, allows SS Assembly’s international operation to significantly reduce your production costs.

EE Technologies, Inc is a premier electronics manufacturing service provider in Reno, Nevada. Focused on quality, responsive & flexible manufacturing and on-time product delivery, EE Technologies combines development and engineering solutions with core electronics manufacturing services to optimize their customers’ operations and lower their cost with domestic manufacturing and manufacturing in Mexico.

METCAST Service Tech Resources is a shot blast equipment and supplies provider in New Berlin, WI. METCAST offers thousands of competitively priced, quality wheel blast parts bringing new and innovative solutions to a variety of industries.

“We are extremely excited to accept these first-class contract manufacturers into the marketplace. Several product manufacturers come to MFG.com daily for sourcing and supplier discovery.” Said, Mitch Free, Founder & CEO of MFG.com. “We can now connect them and place the best manufacturers in front of their ideal customers at the exact time their services are needed.”

About MFG.com

MFG.com is the largest global sourcing marketplace for the manufacturing industry. MFG.com’s platform enables companies to intelligently connect, source, collaborate and perform due diligence with transparency and intellectual property protection. MFG.com has the largest vetted supplier database comprising machine shops, fabricators, injection molders and contract manufacturers around the globe. MFG.com supports virtually all manufacturing processes required to go from drawings to parts including Machining, Injection Molding, Fabrication, Stamping, Casting, Assembly, Molding and Industrial Components. MFG.com facilitates the sourcing of billions of dollars’ worth of manufacturing each month between members in 50 countries. MFG.com is based in Atlanta and has regional headquarters in Shanghai and Paris.




















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