Research and Markets: Global Flat Glass Market Report: 2012 Edition

DUBLIN--()--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rvv64d/global_flat_glass) has announced the addition of the "Global Flat Glass Market Report: 2012 Edition" report to their offering.

Flat glass has played an important role not only in energy conservation but also as vital component in various products and processes in the field of energy and other industries. The global flat glass demand is projected to increase at a CAGR of about 2.8% during 2012-2015 on the back of expected worldwide economic growth, government stimulus and increased infrastructural construction activity, coupled with the growth in automobile industry.

Global economic growth and new technological developments have created new and increased applications of flat glass thus driving its market. Furthermore, the consumption of flat glass is rising to meet the enhanced demand of a growing automobile industry. More and more countries are passing energy related legislations which necessitates the use of flat glass in greater proportions than ever for the purposes of better energy utilization and conservation. In addition, new advancements in PV technology has greatly widened the use of PV system, subsequently resulting in greater use of flat glass.

The capital intensive nature of the industry makes the world flat glass market place highly consolidated.

ABOUT THIS REPORT

The report analyzes the global flat glass market, with focus on regional markets including Europe, Japan, ASEAN, North America, South America, China and former Soviet Union. The report discusses factors driving the demand for flat glass, as well as the recent prevailing trends in the global flat glass industry. It profiles the four largest players.

Key Topics Covered:

Introduction

Flat Glass - Market Overview

Global Flat Glass Market

- Global Capacity Growth

- Global Demand Growth

- Regional Demand

Global Flat Glass Market by Application

- Building Products

- Automotive Glass

- Technical Application

Global Flat Glass Market by Region

Market Dynamics

Key Trends

- Energy Efficient Building: A Growing Phenomenon

- Increased Use of Low Emissivity (low-e) Glass

- Solar Control Glass: A Source of Energy Conservation

Growth Drivers

- Global Economic Growth

- Rise in Global PV Installations

- Growth in Automobile Industry

- Energy Legislation

Flat Glass - Competitive Scenario

Global Market

Production Capacity of Flat Glass Makers - by Region

Company Profiles

Market Outlook

Market Forecast

Forecast Methodology

- Dependent and Independent Variables

- Correlation Analysis

- Regression Analysis

Companies Profiled:

- Asahi Glass

- Compagnie de Saint Gobain

- Guardian Industries

- Nippon Sheet Glass

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Contacts

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Laura Wood, Senior Manager
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U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716
Sector: Glass

Contacts

Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager
press@researchandmarkets.com
U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716
Sector: Glass