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AP Interview: Japan lawyer wants no-nukes after Fukushima
By YURI KAGEYAMA and MARI YAMAGUCHI - AP - Wed Apr 06, 11:44PM CDT
TOKYO (AP) — Lawyer Hiroyuki Kawai stands out in Japan, a nation dominated by somber dark suits: When not in a courtroom, he often wears colorful shirts and crystal-covered animal pins. He is a Noh dancer, a tenor and, of late, a filmmaker. His ride is a Harley.
North America Turbo Machinery Market for Oil and Gas 2015-2020 - Increasing Demand for Energy and Petrochemicals
M2 - Wed Feb 10, 5:16AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/kkn24k/north_america) has announced the addition of the "North America TurboMachinery Market for Oil and Gas - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)" report to their offering. Increasing offshore exploration activity in Gulf of Mexico and liberalization of energy sector by Mexico Government, which has sixth-biggest technically recoverable shale gas resources in the world, are also driving the demand for turbomachinery solutions in the continent. The major restraining factor is the fall in oil prices, which has affected shale oil producers and resulted in reduction of capital investments and massive job cuts. Methods like hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling have led to the increase in cost of shale oil production, and the operators in these fields require the oil prices to go up in order to make production economically viable This report comprehensively analyzes the North America Turbomachinery market by segmenting it based on countries, application and Type. Key drivers and restraints that are effecting the growth of this market are discussed in detail. The study also elucidates on competitive landscape and key market players. Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. Research Methodology 3. Executive Summary 4. Key Inferences 5. Market Overview and Industry Trends 6. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities 7. North America Turbomachinery Market, Value Chain Analysis 8. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Countries 9. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Application 10. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Type 11. Competitive Landscape 12. Key Company Analysis - General Electric - Siemens AG - Sulzer - Air Products and Chemicals - Man Diesel and Turbo - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Elliott - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/kk...th_america
High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment - Global Strategic Business Report 2015-2020
M2 - Mon Jan 11, 3:51AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hw3bth/high_pressure) has announced the addition of the "High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment in US$ Million. The Global Market is further analyzed by the following End-Use Applications: Vegetable & Fruits, Beverage & Juice, Meat, Seafood, and Others. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2014 through 2020. Also, a four-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 14 companies including many key and niche players such as - Avure Technologies Inc. (USA) - Baotou Kefa High Pressure Technology Co. Ltd. (China) - FresherTech North America (USA) - HIPERBARIC S.A. (Spain) - Kobe Steel, Ltd. (Japan) - MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenm?ller GmbH & Co. KG (Germany) - Next HPP (USA) - Stansted Fluid Power Ltd (UK) - Uhde High Pressure Technologies GmbH (Germany) Key Topics Covered: 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 2. MARKET GROWTH DRIVERS, TRENDS & ISSUES 3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY 5. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS 6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE Total Companies Profiled: 14 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 15) - The United States (5) - Japan (1) - Europe (6) - - Germany (2) - - The United Kingdom (1) - - Spain (2) - - Rest of Europe (1) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (3) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hw...h_pressure
Global Turbomachinery Market Outlook for Oil and Gas Industry - Market Analysis by Geography, Type, Area of Application, Competitive Landscape, Key Company Information - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)
M2 - Tue Dec 15, 10:15AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ssg7zw/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Turbomachinery Market - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)" report to their offering. The report estimates suggests that approximately 80 million more barrels of oil equivalent per day of new production capacity will be needed by 2020. But it wont be easy as conventional resources are being rapidly depleted. Other factors such as rise in electricity demand of 75 percent and water demand of 54 percent by 2030, while CO2 emissions will jump 35 percent in that same period are forcing the oil and gas operators to increase their use of turbo machinery in their daily operations, in order to achieve greater production levels and better efficiencies. Factors such as increase in CAPEX spending per barrel of new capacity additions, growth in unconventional and subsea energy spend, and technological advances easing daily operations are driving the market towards growth. Whereas high initial costs and political uncertainties are some of the factors pulling the market back. Like other oil and gas markets, North America is expected to lead the turbo machinery market in the coming decade. The regions market would be primarily driven by increasing shale activity across United States, Canada and increasing offshore exploration in Gulf of Mexico. Europe and Asia-Pacific are growing rapidly in terms of market demand. Demand is high particularly in some countries such as China, India, United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. The North Sea region presents a decent market opportunity for drilling and completion fluids segment as its new exploration activity is at an all-time high primarily because of the decreasing production levels since past few years and going into much deeper waters to find new oil and gas reserves. Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. Executive Summary 3. Market Overview 4. Drivers, Constraints & Opportunities 5. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Application Areas 6. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Type 7. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Geography 8. Competition 9. Key Company Analysis 10. Competitive Landscape Companies Mentioned: - Baker Hughes Inc - Weatherford International Ltd - Schlumberger Ltd - GE Energy - Siemens AG - MAN Turbo Machinery - Schneider Electric - Elliott Group - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ssg7zw/global
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World Air Compressor Market Opportunities and Forecasts 2015-2020 - Maket is Forecast to Garner $29.9 Billion by 2020
M2 - Mon Nov 16, 3:37AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rxtnxv/world_air) has announced the addition of the "World Air Compressor Market - Opportunities and Forecasts, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering. The market is segmented on the basis of types, technology, lubrication method and geography The type segment includes portable and stationary air compressors. The convenience of portable air compressors is driving its off-site applications. In accordance to the type of technology, air compressors are classified among rotary, centrifugal and reciprocating. Rotary air compressors are commonly found in heavy industrial applications, whereas centrifugal air compressors are gaining traction due to increasing non-industrial applications. Based on lubrication method, the market is analyzed from oil lubricated and oil-free air compressors. Oil-free air compressors, which supply non-contaminated air, are receiving increased adoption amidst industries such as pharmaceuticals, food & beverages and electronic assembling. In order to gain a diverse insight, the market is analyzed as per different geographies such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and LAMEA. Numerous companies are adopting product launch, acquisition and expansion as key strategies to excel in the market. Rotary air compressors are gaining increased attention from key market players. Several leading players such as Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, Sulzer Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Sullair are launching rotary air compressors with new features. Other key players in the market include Ebara Corp., KPCL, Sullair, Elgi Equipment Ltd., Kobe Steel and VMAC. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Market Overview Chapter 4 World Air Compressor Market, By Type Chapter 5 World Air Compressor Market, By Technology Chapter 6 World Air Compressor Market, By Lubrication Method Chapter 7 World Air Compressor Market By Geography Chapter 8 Company Profiles - Atlas Copco - Ebara Corp. - Elgi Equipments Ltd. - Ingersoll Rand Inc. - Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd. - Kobe steel - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. - Sullair - Sulzer Ltd. - VMAC For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rxtnxv/world_air
Japan-India Business Daily Subscription
M2 - Thu Oct 22, 3:36AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/plm9j4/japanindia) has announced the addition of the "Japan-India Business Daily " newsletter to their offering. India is an attractive market for Japanese business and industry. This is more so because Japan's own domestic market is expected to shrink drastically in the coming decades due to a rapidly aging society. The Japan-India Business Daily, which delivers all business news between Japan-India companies/industry/economy, that helps companies/investors to follow-up on new business opportunities between Japan and India. India is an attractive market for Japanese business and industry. It is a growing market, which makes it attractive to Japanese investors. Indeed, Japan's economic relations with India are now quite deep, Japan's share of exports as well as investments to India in total, has maintained an upward trend. Objective The objective of this daily report is to comprehensively cover India-Japan business news daily and thereby help the investors in Japan and India to assess the investment trends and opportunities in Japan-India business. Highlights - Covers all the important business transactions of the day - Provides list of companies covered daily - Company news presented by industry group and company name - Industry and Economy news for Japan-India also covered - Ticker mentioned for all listed companies included in news Key Topics Covered: Section 1: Company News - By Industry Group and Company Name Section 2: General Economy News - By Country Section 3: General Industry News - By Industry Group Companies Mentioned (Sample List) - Anchor Electricals Pvt. Limited - Bank of India Financial Services - Bank of Japan - Brother International India Pvt Limited - Canon Inc. - Canon India Pvt. Limited - Hitachi Home & Life Solutions (India) - Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. - Indian Rare Earths Limited - Kawasaki Heavy Industries Limited - Kobe Steel, Ltd - Kriscore Financial Advisors - Kyocera Corporation - NTT Docomo Incorporation - Nikon Corporation - Nikon India Electronics - Nitta Gelatin India Limited - Orix Corporation - Palle Technologies - Panasonic Carbon India Co. Limited - Panasonic India Pvt. Ltd. - Ricoh India Limited - SML Isuzu Limited - Seiko Holdings Corporation - Sharda Motor Industries Ltd - Sony Corporation - Sony India - Stempeutics Research Pvt. Limited - Suven Life Sciences - Takata Corporation - Yamaha Motor (India) Pvt. Limited For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/plm9j4/japanindia
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Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report 2015
PR Newswire Europe - Wed Oct 14, 9:10AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and [http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and]) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018" [http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and] report to their offering.
Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018
M2 - Wed Oct 14, 3:17AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/jjvbzh/global_and) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018" report to their offering. The revenue of Chinese rubber machinery industry in full year of 2014 just rose 4.6% YoY to RMB13.6 billion, with a global market share of 42.6%. In future, as the growth rate of China's new vehicle sales volume slows down, the demand for original tyres will see a drop in growth rate, while the huge ownership of automobiles will boosted the demand for replacement tyres. At the same time, such trends in tyre industry as informatization, automation, intelligentization, greening, and high-end (less noise, low rolling resistance, low thermogenesis, run-on-flat, all-weather and tyre pressure self-control, as well as applications of new nano materials and framework materials) will stimulate the demand for the high-end safe and green tyres with high added value, thus further driving capital inrush into high-end tyre. In the future, the demand for the high-end rubber machinery in line with the development tendencies of tyre industry such as energy saving, environmental friendliness, automation, informatization and high intelligence will show rapid growth. Meanwhile, robots are increasingly utilized in tyre production, logistic automation, etc. In 2010, Mesnac Co., Ltd acquired Qingdao Kingerobot Automation Co., Ltd and set foot in the robot field. In 2014, Mesnac's robot and information logistic business revenue surged by 129.7% YoY to RMB193.75 million, a 6.8% share of total revenue. Greatoo Inc. also endeavored to involve in robot business, and in December 2014 the first industrial robot automation line customized by Greatoo for Hangzhou Zhongce Rubber Co., Ltd was officially put into operation. From 2013 to 2015H1, the robot business revenue of Greatoo reported RMB450,000, RMB6.22 million and RMB25.29 million, respectively. Key Topics Covered: 1. Overview of Rubber Machinery Industry 2. Global Rubber Machinery and Downstream Market 3. China Rubber Machinery and Downstream Market 4. Market Segments 5. Foreign Companies 6. Chinese Companies - Beijing BAMTRI Dairui Technology Development Co., Ltd. - Beijing New Universal Science and Technology Co.,Ltd. - China Chemical Guilin Engineering Co., Ltd. - Dalian CanMade Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd. - Dalian Huahan Rubber & Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. - Dalian Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd - Greatoo Inc. - Guangzhou SCUT Bestry Technology Co., Ltd. - Guilin Rubber Machinery Factory - HF Group - Klockner DESMA Elastomertechnik GmbH - Kobe Steel - LWB Steinl GmbH & Co. KG - Mesnac Co., Ltd - Pelmar Engineering - Qingdao Doublestar Rubber & Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. - REP International - SAFE-RUN Machinery (Suzhou) Co., Ltd - Sichuan Yaxi Rubber & Plastic Machine Co., Ltd. - Sino-Arp Tires Equipment Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. - Sino-Rubber Machinery Co., Ltd. - TROESTER GmbH & Co. KG - Tianjin Saixiang Technology Co., Ltd - VMI Holland BV - Wuxi Double Elephant Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd. - Yiyang Rubber & Plastics Machinery Group Co., Ltd. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/jjvbzh/global_and
Searchlight Minerals Corp. Completes $3.27 Million in Equity Financings and Receives Results of Bench Scale Tests From Midrex Technologies, a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Kobe Steel
Marketwired - Wed Aug 19, 5:00AM CDT
Searchlight Minerals Corp. (OTCQB: SRCH) ("Searchlight" or the "Company"
today announced that it has raised $3.27 million across three rounds of financings within the last five months (collectively, the "Offering" for working capital purposes. The Company has also received results of certain bench scale tests conducted by Midrex Technologies, Inc. ("Midrex" , a wholly owned subsidiary of Kobe Steel, Ltd., to examine the efficacy of its technology as a potentially more cost effective pretreatment method to extract iron from the Company's slag material in Clarkdale, AZ.
From bananas to phones: How cheaper yuan could reverberate
By KELVIN CHAN - AP - Fri Aug 14, 5:30PM CDT
HONG KONG (AP) — China's unexpected move this week to lower the value of its tightly-leashed currency, the yuan, sent shockwaves through global financial markets. The impact on consumers around the world and China's neighbors will take longer to play out but possible winners and losers are already emerging.
Global and Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry Report, 2014-2017
M2 - Fri Aug 07, 3:20AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hcqp7x/global_and) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry Report, 2014-2017" report to their offering. China's Growth in the Demand for Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Is Forecast to Stand at Over 20% in 2015-2020 In recent years, driven by energy conservation and emissions reduction and improvement of fuel efficiency, auto industry has been required to develop towards an increasingly lightweight trend. A great upsurge in substitution of aluminum alloy automotive sheet for the traditional sheet materials like steel products has been gradually on the rise. At present, automotive covering parts including engine hood and luggage-boot lid mostly adopt aluminum sheets. Meanwhile, more and more auto markers developed all-aluminum car bodies and applied then in, say, Audi A2 / A8 R8, Range Rover, BMW Z8, Jaguar XJ/XK/XE, Tesla Model S, Ford F-150, Honda NSX, etc. To meet the increasing market demand, some international aluminum giants such as Novelis, Kobe Steel, Constellium, Aleris, and ALCOA have expanded the production of aluminum alloy automotive sheet and are involved in auto markers' development of aluminum alloy car body. By contrast, restricted by high threshold in technological development, China has presented a gap in production of aluminum alloy automotive sheet, especially that for car body. At the end of 2009, however, Southwest Aluminum constructed the first car body aluminum alloy sheet production line in China, and achieved small-batch trial production. Nevertheless, no domestic company can systematically grasp the technologies for mass producing aluminum alloy automotive sheet, let alone the application in car body with the independent brands. China, though the world's largest car producer, has a substantial gap with international markets in aluminum alloy automotive sheet, a situation that reflects that the country has a great market potential. In addition, China required that by 2020 the average fuel consumption will fall to 5.0 liters / 100 km, which will further stimulate the growth of its aluminum alloy automotive sheet market. Key Topics Covered - Overview of Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet - Development of Global Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry - Development of China Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry - Major Global Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Manufacturers - Key Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Manufacturers - Summary and Forecast Companies Mentioned - ALCOA - Aleris - China Zhongwang - Constellium - Jiangsu Alcha Aluminum - Jiangsu CAIFA Aluminum - Kobe Steel - Mingtai Aluminum Industry - Norsk Hydro - Northeast Light Alloy - Novelis - Southwest Aluminum (Group) - UACJ - Weifang Sanyuan Aluminum For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hcqp7x/global_and
Global vehicle lightweighting - Updated technology, trends and the future
M2 - Thu Aug 06, 10:03AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/x5ztqr/global_vehicle) has announced the addition of the "Global vehicle lightweighting - technology, trends and the future" report to their offering. This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the vehicle lightweighting megatrend, its suppliers, top markets, technologies and market forecasts. This global market study offers: - A comprehensive overview of lightweight developments for each of the following areas: - Body and exterior - body-in-white; doors; front-end modules; glazing - Chassis - suspension and braking components - Interior - cockpits and seating - Powertrain - engines - Driveline and fuel systems - Exclusive interviews with OE suppliers (news and interviews only available in QUBE) - Updated profiles of the major automotive companies active in providing lightweight solutions - PESTER analysis - political, economic, social, technological, environmental and regulatory motivators for this megatrend You can use this report to: - Understand the scope and scale of the major markets - Get an overview of the global automotive electric and electronic distribution systems sector - Identify opportunities and threats - Prepare demand and supply forecasts - Review the latest technological drivers - Know the key trends within the sector and what's driving them - Get up to speed with latest company activities and prospects - Hear direct from major companies on strategies and plans - Carry out competitive analysis Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. PESTER analysis 3. Material development 4. Body & exterior 5. Chassis 6. Interior 7. Powertrain 8. Fuel systems 9. Other 10. Recycling initiatives 11. Future developments 12. Companies - Aluminium - Accuride Corporation - Alcoa Inc - Aleris - Bodine Aluminum - Constellium - Martinrea International - Novelis - Shiloh Industries Inc - Showa Denko - Stadco - Tenedora Nemak - Plastics and composites - 3M - Asahi Kasei Plastics - Autoneum - BASF - Bayer MaterialScience - Biomer - CIE Automotive SA - ContiTech - Cooper-Standard Automotive - Dow Automotive Systems - DuPont - Evonik - Faurecia - Freudenberg - Henkel - Honeywell - Key Plastics - LG Chem - Lanxess - Magna International - Minda Corporation - Oerlikon Balzers - PPG Industries - PT Astra Otoparts - Ricardo - Saint-Gobain - Samvardhana Motherson Group - Solvay - Toray Industries - Toyo Tire & Rubber - Toyoda Gosei - Trelleborg AB - Woodbridge Group - ZF - Steel - Aichi Steel - Benteler Automotive - Gestamp Automocion - JFE Steel - Kobe Steel - NanoSteel Company - Posco - Sumitomo Corporation - Tata Steel - ThyssenKrupp 13. Material trend forecasts For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/x5...bal_vehicl
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Research and Markets: Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019 With Accudyne Industries, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand and Kobe Steel Dominating
BusinessWire - Fri Jul 31, 10:49AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ptgzhg/global_air) has announced the addition of the "Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019" report to their offering.
Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019 With Accudyne Industries, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand and Kobe Steel Dominating
M2 - Fri Jul 31, 10:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/glsrf2/global_air) has announced the addition of the "Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the global air compressors market to grow at a CAGR of 6.18% over the period 2015-2019. The report, Global Air Compressors Market 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. The rise of APAC as the major market for air compressors will affect the vendors in EMEA and the Americas. The demand for air compressors in APAC has increased because of the presence of many manufacturing facilities. The advantage of continuous availability of raw materials, a huge labor pool, favorable demographic situation, high demand, and the low costs associated with manufacturing have led the major discrete and process industries to set up manufacturing facilities in countries like China, Japan, India, and Korea. The demand for compressors from these industries in these countries is huge, and this has forced many vendors in the Americas and EMEA to look to set up manufacturing facilities in APAC. According to the report, developing countries, regional government bodies, predominantly in Europe and North America, are taking steps to ensure that various types of industrial equipment, such as motors, compressors, pumps, and fans, conform to the respective regional regulations. There is a growing need to conform to energy efficiency standards and reduce the emissions in industries. One of the main objectives of energy efficiency is to reduce carbon emissions and become more eco-friendly. Further, the report states that vendors are facing increasing pressure because of the high costs associated with compressors. The study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry. The report contains a comprehensive market and vendor landscape in addition to a SWOT analysis of the key vendors. Key Vendors - Accudyne Industries - Atlas Copco - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel Other Prominent Vendors - BOGE - Doosan - Dresser-Rand - Ebara - ELGI - Fusheng - Gardner Denver - GE - Hanbell - Hitachi - Hongwuhuan - KAESER - Kaishan - Kirloskar - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Shanghai Feihe Industrial Group - Shanghai Screw Compressor - Siemens - Sulzer - VMAC - Wuxi Compressor - YUJIN Machinery For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/glsrf2/global_air
Midrex and Synthesis Energy Systems Expand Global Strategic Alliance for Optimizing MXCOL(R) DRI Facilities
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jul 21, 8:05AM CDT
Midrex Technologies, Inc. (Midrex), a subsidiary of Kobe Steel, Ltd. (ADR-OTC:KBSTY), and Synthesis Energy Systems, Inc. (SES) (Nasdaq:SYMX) announced the signing of a Project Alliance Agreement that expands their exclusive relationship for integration and optimization of direct reduction ironmaking (DRI) technology using coal gasification. Midrex will take the lead in marketing, sales, proposal development, and project execution for coal gasification DRI projects as part of the new project alliance. Midrex may also lead the construction of the fully integrated solution for customers who desire such an execution strategy. SES will provide the SES Gasification Technology for each project including engineering, key equipment, and technical services. The fully integrated state-of-the-art gasification-based DRI facility will have total plant guarantees. The agreement includes finalization of an engineering package for the optimized coal gasification DRI solution.
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Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019 - PD Air Compressors and Centrifugal Air Compressors Breakdown
M2 - Fri Jul 17, 3:35AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5p4bj5/global_gas) has announced the addition of the "Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019" report to their offering. The global gas compressors market to grow at a CAGR of 6.82% over the period 2014-2019. The report, Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, APAC, and EMEA; it also covers the market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. Various government regulations that are to be proposed will define the course of the gas compressors market in the future. Regulators worldwide are releasing white papers and are in consultation with various stakeholders in the compressor industry to derive a comprehensive regulatory framework regarding certification, energy efficiency, and environmental protection. The US EPA and DOE are formulating various guidelines relating to industrial equipment energy efficiency requirements that include compressors. The EU has also enacted many regulations regarding compressor and vacuum pump safety to make compressor operations safer and to reduce harmful emissions. The future will see many new regulations coming up that will be the minimum requirement the vendors have to adhere to. According to the report, the process and discrete industries worldwide are increasingly going for the concept of smart factories where the entire plant operations are automated, leading to reduced human interference and advanced control. This modernization will help to replace the old compressors with the installation of new advanced gas compressors that can be remotely monitored and operated. Further, the report states that the government scrutiny regarding the flouting of rules could increase during the forecast period, putting a strain on the vendors. The global gas compressors market can be segmented into two major segments: PD air compressors and centrifugal air compressors. Key Vendors - Atlas Copco - GE - Ingersoll Rand - Siemens Other Prominent Vendors - Accudyne Industries - BOGE - Doosan - Dresser-Rand - Ebara - ELGI - Fusheng - Gardner Denver - Hanbell - Hitachi - Hongwuhuan - Kaeser Compressors - Kaishan - Kirloskar - Kobe Steel - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Shanghai Feihe Industrial Group - Shanghai Screw Compressor - Sulzer - VMAC - Wuxi Compressor - Yujin Machinery For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5p4bj5/global_gas
Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry: 2015 Edition
M2 - Tue Jul 07, 3:53AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/79gjjw/analyzing_japans) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry" report to their offering. Japan's domestic steel demand from manufacturers continued at a high level in 2014, led by such industries as motor vehicles, shipbuilding and industrial machinery. In addition, demand from the construction sector remained firm, other than demand for products for use in public works. Meanwhile, exports increased after the previous year's drop, reflecting improvement in the supply-demand situation in Southeast Asian markets. The research focuses on this highly lucrative industry, bringing you - Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry. The report is a complete guide to all the recent developments going on in the industry, along with an in-depth analysis on market statistics, market structure, competition in the industry, where the Japanese Steel Industry stands on a global scenario, and much more. An analysis of the global steel industry, the leading players in the global industry such as Corus, Arcelor Mittal, and Severstal, is also included in the report, along with in-depth profiles of the leading Japanese steel players. Numerous market figures further add to the comprehensiveness of this research report. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Market Introduction C. Globalization in the Steel Industry D. Leading Global Steel Players E. Looking at Japan's Steel Industry F. Understanding the Industry through Market Statistics G. Looking at Market Figures H. Environmental Concerns I. Japan Steel Industry: Future Perspective J. Major Players - Aichi Steel - JFE Holdings, Inc. - Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd. - Daido Steel - Kobe Steel - Nippon Steel Corporation - Arcelor Mittal - Corus - Posco - Severstal For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/79...ing_japans
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The Global Construction Equipment Market Expected to Reach $240.97 Billion by 2020, Registering a CAGR of 8.9% during 2015-2020
M2 - Wed Jun 17, 9:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/h9zq4n/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Equipment Market - Industry Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering. Among the different types of construction equipment, loader and cranes would continue to remain the most preferred type, due to their numerous applications in construction, mining and public works. Loader segment would drive the market significantly by 2020, contributing more than 44% of the total market revenue, due to increased application in earth moving operations. The construction equipment find maximum usage in earth moving and lifting & material handling applications. The two applications collectively accounted for around 50% of the total market in 2014. Between the two, earth moving application would grow at a faster rate during the forecast period, due to the upsurge in construction for commercial and residential infrastructure setup. Market is further segmented into solution type, comprising of product and services. Key findings of the study: - Lifting & material handling application would grow at a relatively faster CAGR of 12.4% during 2015-2020, in comparison to all the other applications - Excavation & mining application involving the use of construction equipment would grow notably at a CAGR of 9.5% during 2015-2020 - The market in Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% during 2015-2020 Companies Mentioned: - Atlas Copco - CNH Industrial - Caterpillar Inc. - Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction - Hitachi Construction Machinery Co. - J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited (JCB) - Kobe Steel Ltd. (Kobelco) - Komatsu Ltd. - Liebherr Group - Volvo Construction Equipment For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/h9zq4n/global About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
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Global Aerospace Materials (Aluminum Alloys, Steel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Super Alloys, Composites) Market 2015 - Trends and Forecast to 2019
M2 - Tue May 26, 3:35AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rd273m/aerospace) has announced the addition of the "Aerospace Materials Market by Type, by Aircraft Type - Global Trends and Forecast to 2019" report to their offering. Global aerospace materials market is projected to register a CAGR of more than 6.6% between 2014 and 2019 to reach $18.5 billion in terms of value. Aerospace materials are used for building various parts of the aircrafts. Various materials such as aluminum alloys, steel alloys, titanium alloy, super alloys and composite materials are used for building aircrafts. Aluminum alloys accounts for nearly 50.0% of the market in terms of the volume, however it represents only around 25.0% of the market in terms of the value. Demand for aluminum alloys is expected to remain flat between 2014 and 2019, but increasing usage of the composite materials and titanium alloys in the new generation of the aircrafts is expected to surge the demand for these materials in the near future. Major advantage of using composite materials and titanium alloys is the light weight of these materials and comparative strength of these materials to the traditionally used metals such as aluminum and steel alloys. Composites enable aerospace manufacturers to produce structural components to substitute conventional metal solutions. Shorter cycles for the manufacture of components, corrosion resistance and superior performance at elevated temperatures are some of the major advantages offered by these new aerospace materials. In aerospace materials market, large numbers of the raw material suppliers are active in the market. The degree of forward integration is also low. However, presence of patented technology with some major suppliers required in specific aerospace application boosts ups the bargaining power of supplier. Asia-Pacific is projected to witness high growth rate during the forecast period (2014-2019). The aerospace materials market in Europe and North America is consolidated, whereas the market in Asia-Pacific has a fragmented structure, where China and Japan alone has around number of aerospace material suppliers, these numbers are expected to increase due to the large number of mergers and acquisition and expansion by some major players taking place in the region, rivalry in the aerospace industry is expected to reduce during the forecast period. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Research Methodology 3 Executive Summary 4 Premium Insights 5 Market Overview 6 Industry Trends 7 Aerospace Materials Market, By Type 8 Aerospace Materials Market By Aircraft Type 9 Regional Analysis 10 Competitive Landscape 11 Company Profiles - AMG N.V. - ATI Metals - Alcoa Inc. - Aleris International, Inc - Constellium N.V. - Cytec Industries Inc. - E. I. Du Pont De Nemours - Kobe Steel Limited - Teijin Limited - Toray Industries For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rd273m/aerospace
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ITOCHU Announces Conclusion of Contract with Kobe Steel Kobelco Steelers for Italian brand MARIO VALENTINO as Official Suits Supplier
M2 - Thu May 14, 2:37AM CDT
ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Masahiro Okafuji, President & CEO; hereinafter "ITOCHU" announced today that it has concluded a contract for Italian fashion brand MARIO VALENTINO, in which ITOCHU holds master license rights in Japan, with Japan Rugby Top League team Kobe Steel Kobelco Steelers (hereinafter "Kobelco Steelers" as the official suits supplier for the 2015-16 season.
AP Interview: Japan lawyer wants no-nukes after Fukushima
By YURI KAGEYAMA and MARI YAMAGUCHI - AP - Wed Apr 06, 11:44PM CDT
TOKYO (AP) — Lawyer Hiroyuki Kawai stands out in Japan, a nation dominated by somber dark suits: When not in a courtroom, he often wears colorful shirts and crystal-covered animal pins. He is a Noh dancer, a tenor and, of late, a filmmaker. His ride is a Harley.
North America Turbo Machinery Market for Oil and Gas 2015-2020 - Increasing Demand for Energy and Petrochemicals
M2 - Wed Feb 10, 5:16AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/kkn24k/north_america) has announced the addition of the "North America TurboMachinery Market for Oil and Gas - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)" report to their offering. Increasing offshore exploration activity in Gulf of Mexico and liberalization of energy sector by Mexico Government, which has sixth-biggest technically recoverable shale gas resources in the world, are also driving the demand for turbomachinery solutions in the continent. The major restraining factor is the fall in oil prices, which has affected shale oil producers and resulted in reduction of capital investments and massive job cuts. Methods like hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling have led to the increase in cost of shale oil production, and the operators in these fields require the oil prices to go up in order to make production economically viable This report comprehensively analyzes the North America Turbomachinery market by segmenting it based on countries, application and Type. Key drivers and restraints that are effecting the growth of this market are discussed in detail. The study also elucidates on competitive landscape and key market players. Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. Research Methodology 3. Executive Summary 4. Key Inferences 5. Market Overview and Industry Trends 6. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities 7. North America Turbomachinery Market, Value Chain Analysis 8. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Countries 9. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Application 10. North America Turbomachinery Market, By Type 11. Competitive Landscape 12. Key Company Analysis - General Electric - Siemens AG - Sulzer - Air Products and Chemicals - Man Diesel and Turbo - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Elliott - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/kk...th_america
High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment - Global Strategic Business Report 2015-2020
M2 - Mon Jan 11, 3:51AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hw3bth/high_pressure) has announced the addition of the "High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for High Pressure Processing (HPP) Equipment in US$ Million. The Global Market is further analyzed by the following End-Use Applications: Vegetable & Fruits, Beverage & Juice, Meat, Seafood, and Others. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2014 through 2020. Also, a four-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 14 companies including many key and niche players such as - Avure Technologies Inc. (USA) - Baotou Kefa High Pressure Technology Co. Ltd. (China) - FresherTech North America (USA) - HIPERBARIC S.A. (Spain) - Kobe Steel, Ltd. (Japan) - MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenm?ller GmbH & Co. KG (Germany) - Next HPP (USA) - Stansted Fluid Power Ltd (UK) - Uhde High Pressure Technologies GmbH (Germany) Key Topics Covered: 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 2. MARKET GROWTH DRIVERS, TRENDS & ISSUES 3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY 5. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS 6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE Total Companies Profiled: 14 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 15) - The United States (5) - Japan (1) - Europe (6) - - Germany (2) - - The United Kingdom (1) - - Spain (2) - - Rest of Europe (1) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (3) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hw...h_pressure
Global Turbomachinery Market Outlook for Oil and Gas Industry - Market Analysis by Geography, Type, Area of Application, Competitive Landscape, Key Company Information - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)
M2 - Tue Dec 15, 10:15AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ssg7zw/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Turbomachinery Market - Growth Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)" report to their offering. The report estimates suggests that approximately 80 million more barrels of oil equivalent per day of new production capacity will be needed by 2020. But it wont be easy as conventional resources are being rapidly depleted. Other factors such as rise in electricity demand of 75 percent and water demand of 54 percent by 2030, while CO2 emissions will jump 35 percent in that same period are forcing the oil and gas operators to increase their use of turbo machinery in their daily operations, in order to achieve greater production levels and better efficiencies. Factors such as increase in CAPEX spending per barrel of new capacity additions, growth in unconventional and subsea energy spend, and technological advances easing daily operations are driving the market towards growth. Whereas high initial costs and political uncertainties are some of the factors pulling the market back. Like other oil and gas markets, North America is expected to lead the turbo machinery market in the coming decade. The regions market would be primarily driven by increasing shale activity across United States, Canada and increasing offshore exploration in Gulf of Mexico. Europe and Asia-Pacific are growing rapidly in terms of market demand. Demand is high particularly in some countries such as China, India, United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. The North Sea region presents a decent market opportunity for drilling and completion fluids segment as its new exploration activity is at an all-time high primarily because of the decreasing production levels since past few years and going into much deeper waters to find new oil and gas reserves. Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. Executive Summary 3. Market Overview 4. Drivers, Constraints & Opportunities 5. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Application Areas 6. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Type 7. Global Turbo Machinery Market Analysis, by Geography 8. Competition 9. Key Company Analysis 10. Competitive Landscape Companies Mentioned: - Baker Hughes Inc - Weatherford International Ltd - Schlumberger Ltd - GE Energy - Siemens AG - MAN Turbo Machinery - Schneider Electric - Elliott Group - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ssg7zw/global
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World Air Compressor Market Opportunities and Forecasts 2015-2020 - Maket is Forecast to Garner $29.9 Billion by 2020
M2 - Mon Nov 16, 3:37AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rxtnxv/world_air) has announced the addition of the "World Air Compressor Market - Opportunities and Forecasts, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering. The market is segmented on the basis of types, technology, lubrication method and geography The type segment includes portable and stationary air compressors. The convenience of portable air compressors is driving its off-site applications. In accordance to the type of technology, air compressors are classified among rotary, centrifugal and reciprocating. Rotary air compressors are commonly found in heavy industrial applications, whereas centrifugal air compressors are gaining traction due to increasing non-industrial applications. Based on lubrication method, the market is analyzed from oil lubricated and oil-free air compressors. Oil-free air compressors, which supply non-contaminated air, are receiving increased adoption amidst industries such as pharmaceuticals, food & beverages and electronic assembling. In order to gain a diverse insight, the market is analyzed as per different geographies such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and LAMEA. Numerous companies are adopting product launch, acquisition and expansion as key strategies to excel in the market. Rotary air compressors are gaining increased attention from key market players. Several leading players such as Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, Sulzer Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Sullair are launching rotary air compressors with new features. Other key players in the market include Ebara Corp., KPCL, Sullair, Elgi Equipment Ltd., Kobe Steel and VMAC. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Market Overview Chapter 4 World Air Compressor Market, By Type Chapter 5 World Air Compressor Market, By Technology Chapter 6 World Air Compressor Market, By Lubrication Method Chapter 7 World Air Compressor Market By Geography Chapter 8 Company Profiles - Atlas Copco - Ebara Corp. - Elgi Equipments Ltd. - Ingersoll Rand Inc. - Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd. - Kobe steel - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. - Sullair - Sulzer Ltd. - VMAC For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rxtnxv/world_air
Japan-India Business Daily Subscription
M2 - Thu Oct 22, 3:36AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/plm9j4/japanindia) has announced the addition of the "Japan-India Business Daily " newsletter to their offering. India is an attractive market for Japanese business and industry. This is more so because Japan's own domestic market is expected to shrink drastically in the coming decades due to a rapidly aging society. The Japan-India Business Daily, which delivers all business news between Japan-India companies/industry/economy, that helps companies/investors to follow-up on new business opportunities between Japan and India. India is an attractive market for Japanese business and industry. It is a growing market, which makes it attractive to Japanese investors. Indeed, Japan's economic relations with India are now quite deep, Japan's share of exports as well as investments to India in total, has maintained an upward trend. Objective The objective of this daily report is to comprehensively cover India-Japan business news daily and thereby help the investors in Japan and India to assess the investment trends and opportunities in Japan-India business. Highlights - Covers all the important business transactions of the day - Provides list of companies covered daily - Company news presented by industry group and company name - Industry and Economy news for Japan-India also covered - Ticker mentioned for all listed companies included in news Key Topics Covered: Section 1: Company News - By Industry Group and Company Name Section 2: General Economy News - By Country Section 3: General Industry News - By Industry Group Companies Mentioned (Sample List) - Anchor Electricals Pvt. Limited - Bank of India Financial Services - Bank of Japan - Brother International India Pvt Limited - Canon Inc. - Canon India Pvt. Limited - Hitachi Home & Life Solutions (India) - Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. - Indian Rare Earths Limited - Kawasaki Heavy Industries Limited - Kobe Steel, Ltd - Kriscore Financial Advisors - Kyocera Corporation - NTT Docomo Incorporation - Nikon Corporation - Nikon India Electronics - Nitta Gelatin India Limited - Orix Corporation - Palle Technologies - Panasonic Carbon India Co. Limited - Panasonic India Pvt. Ltd. - Ricoh India Limited - SML Isuzu Limited - Seiko Holdings Corporation - Sharda Motor Industries Ltd - Sony Corporation - Sony India - Stempeutics Research Pvt. Limited - Suven Life Sciences - Takata Corporation - Yamaha Motor (India) Pvt. Limited For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/plm9j4/japanindia
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Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report 2015
PR Newswire Europe - Wed Oct 14, 9:10AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and [http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and]) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018" [http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ntq87q/global_and] report to their offering.
Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018
M2 - Wed Oct 14, 3:17AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/jjvbzh/global_and) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Rubber Machinery Industry Report, 2015-2018" report to their offering. The revenue of Chinese rubber machinery industry in full year of 2014 just rose 4.6% YoY to RMB13.6 billion, with a global market share of 42.6%. In future, as the growth rate of China's new vehicle sales volume slows down, the demand for original tyres will see a drop in growth rate, while the huge ownership of automobiles will boosted the demand for replacement tyres. At the same time, such trends in tyre industry as informatization, automation, intelligentization, greening, and high-end (less noise, low rolling resistance, low thermogenesis, run-on-flat, all-weather and tyre pressure self-control, as well as applications of new nano materials and framework materials) will stimulate the demand for the high-end safe and green tyres with high added value, thus further driving capital inrush into high-end tyre. In the future, the demand for the high-end rubber machinery in line with the development tendencies of tyre industry such as energy saving, environmental friendliness, automation, informatization and high intelligence will show rapid growth. Meanwhile, robots are increasingly utilized in tyre production, logistic automation, etc. In 2010, Mesnac Co., Ltd acquired Qingdao Kingerobot Automation Co., Ltd and set foot in the robot field. In 2014, Mesnac's robot and information logistic business revenue surged by 129.7% YoY to RMB193.75 million, a 6.8% share of total revenue. Greatoo Inc. also endeavored to involve in robot business, and in December 2014 the first industrial robot automation line customized by Greatoo for Hangzhou Zhongce Rubber Co., Ltd was officially put into operation. From 2013 to 2015H1, the robot business revenue of Greatoo reported RMB450,000, RMB6.22 million and RMB25.29 million, respectively. Key Topics Covered: 1. Overview of Rubber Machinery Industry 2. Global Rubber Machinery and Downstream Market 3. China Rubber Machinery and Downstream Market 4. Market Segments 5. Foreign Companies 6. Chinese Companies - Beijing BAMTRI Dairui Technology Development Co., Ltd. - Beijing New Universal Science and Technology Co.,Ltd. - China Chemical Guilin Engineering Co., Ltd. - Dalian CanMade Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd. - Dalian Huahan Rubber & Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. - Dalian Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd - Greatoo Inc. - Guangzhou SCUT Bestry Technology Co., Ltd. - Guilin Rubber Machinery Factory - HF Group - Klockner DESMA Elastomertechnik GmbH - Kobe Steel - LWB Steinl GmbH & Co. KG - Mesnac Co., Ltd - Pelmar Engineering - Qingdao Doublestar Rubber & Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. - REP International - SAFE-RUN Machinery (Suzhou) Co., Ltd - Sichuan Yaxi Rubber & Plastic Machine Co., Ltd. - Sino-Arp Tires Equipment Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. - Sino-Rubber Machinery Co., Ltd. - TROESTER GmbH & Co. KG - Tianjin Saixiang Technology Co., Ltd - VMI Holland BV - Wuxi Double Elephant Rubber & Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd. - Yiyang Rubber & Plastics Machinery Group Co., Ltd. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/jjvbzh/global_and
Searchlight Minerals Corp. Completes $3.27 Million in Equity Financings and Receives Results of Bench Scale Tests From Midrex Technologies, a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Kobe Steel
Marketwired - Wed Aug 19, 5:00AM CDT
Searchlight Minerals Corp. (OTCQB: SRCH) ("Searchlight" or the "Company"
today announced that it has raised $3.27 million across three rounds of financings within the last five months (collectively, the "Offering" for working capital purposes. The Company has also received results of certain bench scale tests conducted by Midrex Technologies, Inc. ("Midrex" , a wholly owned subsidiary of Kobe Steel, Ltd., to examine the efficacy of its technology as a potentially more cost effective pretreatment method to extract iron from the Company's slag material in Clarkdale, AZ. From bananas to phones: How cheaper yuan could reverberate
By KELVIN CHAN - AP - Fri Aug 14, 5:30PM CDT
HONG KONG (AP) — China's unexpected move this week to lower the value of its tightly-leashed currency, the yuan, sent shockwaves through global financial markets. The impact on consumers around the world and China's neighbors will take longer to play out but possible winners and losers are already emerging.
Global and Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry Report, 2014-2017
M2 - Fri Aug 07, 3:20AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hcqp7x/global_and) has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry Report, 2014-2017" report to their offering. China's Growth in the Demand for Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Is Forecast to Stand at Over 20% in 2015-2020 In recent years, driven by energy conservation and emissions reduction and improvement of fuel efficiency, auto industry has been required to develop towards an increasingly lightweight trend. A great upsurge in substitution of aluminum alloy automotive sheet for the traditional sheet materials like steel products has been gradually on the rise. At present, automotive covering parts including engine hood and luggage-boot lid mostly adopt aluminum sheets. Meanwhile, more and more auto markers developed all-aluminum car bodies and applied then in, say, Audi A2 / A8 R8, Range Rover, BMW Z8, Jaguar XJ/XK/XE, Tesla Model S, Ford F-150, Honda NSX, etc. To meet the increasing market demand, some international aluminum giants such as Novelis, Kobe Steel, Constellium, Aleris, and ALCOA have expanded the production of aluminum alloy automotive sheet and are involved in auto markers' development of aluminum alloy car body. By contrast, restricted by high threshold in technological development, China has presented a gap in production of aluminum alloy automotive sheet, especially that for car body. At the end of 2009, however, Southwest Aluminum constructed the first car body aluminum alloy sheet production line in China, and achieved small-batch trial production. Nevertheless, no domestic company can systematically grasp the technologies for mass producing aluminum alloy automotive sheet, let alone the application in car body with the independent brands. China, though the world's largest car producer, has a substantial gap with international markets in aluminum alloy automotive sheet, a situation that reflects that the country has a great market potential. In addition, China required that by 2020 the average fuel consumption will fall to 5.0 liters / 100 km, which will further stimulate the growth of its aluminum alloy automotive sheet market. Key Topics Covered - Overview of Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet - Development of Global Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry - Development of China Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Industry - Major Global Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Manufacturers - Key Chinese Aluminum Alloy Automotive Sheet Manufacturers - Summary and Forecast Companies Mentioned - ALCOA - Aleris - China Zhongwang - Constellium - Jiangsu Alcha Aluminum - Jiangsu CAIFA Aluminum - Kobe Steel - Mingtai Aluminum Industry - Norsk Hydro - Northeast Light Alloy - Novelis - Southwest Aluminum (Group) - UACJ - Weifang Sanyuan Aluminum For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hcqp7x/global_and
Global vehicle lightweighting - Updated technology, trends and the future
M2 - Thu Aug 06, 10:03AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/x5ztqr/global_vehicle) has announced the addition of the "Global vehicle lightweighting - technology, trends and the future" report to their offering. This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the vehicle lightweighting megatrend, its suppliers, top markets, technologies and market forecasts. This global market study offers: - A comprehensive overview of lightweight developments for each of the following areas: - Body and exterior - body-in-white; doors; front-end modules; glazing - Chassis - suspension and braking components - Interior - cockpits and seating - Powertrain - engines - Driveline and fuel systems - Exclusive interviews with OE suppliers (news and interviews only available in QUBE) - Updated profiles of the major automotive companies active in providing lightweight solutions - PESTER analysis - political, economic, social, technological, environmental and regulatory motivators for this megatrend You can use this report to: - Understand the scope and scale of the major markets - Get an overview of the global automotive electric and electronic distribution systems sector - Identify opportunities and threats - Prepare demand and supply forecasts - Review the latest technological drivers - Know the key trends within the sector and what's driving them - Get up to speed with latest company activities and prospects - Hear direct from major companies on strategies and plans - Carry out competitive analysis Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 2. PESTER analysis 3. Material development 4. Body & exterior 5. Chassis 6. Interior 7. Powertrain 8. Fuel systems 9. Other 10. Recycling initiatives 11. Future developments 12. Companies - Aluminium - Accuride Corporation - Alcoa Inc - Aleris - Bodine Aluminum - Constellium - Martinrea International - Novelis - Shiloh Industries Inc - Showa Denko - Stadco - Tenedora Nemak - Plastics and composites - 3M - Asahi Kasei Plastics - Autoneum - BASF - Bayer MaterialScience - Biomer - CIE Automotive SA - ContiTech - Cooper-Standard Automotive - Dow Automotive Systems - DuPont - Evonik - Faurecia - Freudenberg - Henkel - Honeywell - Key Plastics - LG Chem - Lanxess - Magna International - Minda Corporation - Oerlikon Balzers - PPG Industries - PT Astra Otoparts - Ricardo - Saint-Gobain - Samvardhana Motherson Group - Solvay - Toray Industries - Toyo Tire & Rubber - Toyoda Gosei - Trelleborg AB - Woodbridge Group - ZF - Steel - Aichi Steel - Benteler Automotive - Gestamp Automocion - JFE Steel - Kobe Steel - NanoSteel Company - Posco - Sumitomo Corporation - Tata Steel - ThyssenKrupp 13. Material trend forecasts For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/x5...bal_vehicl
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Research and Markets: Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019 With Accudyne Industries, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand and Kobe Steel Dominating
BusinessWire - Fri Jul 31, 10:49AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ptgzhg/global_air) has announced the addition of the "Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019" report to their offering.
Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019 With Accudyne Industries, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand and Kobe Steel Dominating
M2 - Fri Jul 31, 10:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/glsrf2/global_air) has announced the addition of the "Global Air Compressor Market: Forecast and Statistical Analysis 2015-2019" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the global air compressors market to grow at a CAGR of 6.18% over the period 2015-2019. The report, Global Air Compressors Market 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. The rise of APAC as the major market for air compressors will affect the vendors in EMEA and the Americas. The demand for air compressors in APAC has increased because of the presence of many manufacturing facilities. The advantage of continuous availability of raw materials, a huge labor pool, favorable demographic situation, high demand, and the low costs associated with manufacturing have led the major discrete and process industries to set up manufacturing facilities in countries like China, Japan, India, and Korea. The demand for compressors from these industries in these countries is huge, and this has forced many vendors in the Americas and EMEA to look to set up manufacturing facilities in APAC. According to the report, developing countries, regional government bodies, predominantly in Europe and North America, are taking steps to ensure that various types of industrial equipment, such as motors, compressors, pumps, and fans, conform to the respective regional regulations. There is a growing need to conform to energy efficiency standards and reduce the emissions in industries. One of the main objectives of energy efficiency is to reduce carbon emissions and become more eco-friendly. Further, the report states that vendors are facing increasing pressure because of the high costs associated with compressors. The study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry. The report contains a comprehensive market and vendor landscape in addition to a SWOT analysis of the key vendors. Key Vendors - Accudyne Industries - Atlas Copco - Ingersoll Rand - Kobe Steel Other Prominent Vendors - BOGE - Doosan - Dresser-Rand - Ebara - ELGI - Fusheng - Gardner Denver - GE - Hanbell - Hitachi - Hongwuhuan - KAESER - Kaishan - Kirloskar - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Shanghai Feihe Industrial Group - Shanghai Screw Compressor - Siemens - Sulzer - VMAC - Wuxi Compressor - YUJIN Machinery For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/glsrf2/global_air
Midrex and Synthesis Energy Systems Expand Global Strategic Alliance for Optimizing MXCOL(R) DRI Facilities
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jul 21, 8:05AM CDT
Midrex Technologies, Inc. (Midrex), a subsidiary of Kobe Steel, Ltd. (ADR-OTC:KBSTY), and Synthesis Energy Systems, Inc. (SES) (Nasdaq:SYMX) announced the signing of a Project Alliance Agreement that expands their exclusive relationship for integration and optimization of direct reduction ironmaking (DRI) technology using coal gasification. Midrex will take the lead in marketing, sales, proposal development, and project execution for coal gasification DRI projects as part of the new project alliance. Midrex may also lead the construction of the fully integrated solution for customers who desire such an execution strategy. SES will provide the SES Gasification Technology for each project including engineering, key equipment, and technical services. The fully integrated state-of-the-art gasification-based DRI facility will have total plant guarantees. The agreement includes finalization of an engineering package for the optimized coal gasification DRI solution.
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Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019 - PD Air Compressors and Centrifugal Air Compressors Breakdown
M2 - Fri Jul 17, 3:35AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5p4bj5/global_gas) has announced the addition of the "Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019" report to their offering. The global gas compressors market to grow at a CAGR of 6.82% over the period 2014-2019. The report, Global Gas Compressors Market 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, APAC, and EMEA; it also covers the market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. Various government regulations that are to be proposed will define the course of the gas compressors market in the future. Regulators worldwide are releasing white papers and are in consultation with various stakeholders in the compressor industry to derive a comprehensive regulatory framework regarding certification, energy efficiency, and environmental protection. The US EPA and DOE are formulating various guidelines relating to industrial equipment energy efficiency requirements that include compressors. The EU has also enacted many regulations regarding compressor and vacuum pump safety to make compressor operations safer and to reduce harmful emissions. The future will see many new regulations coming up that will be the minimum requirement the vendors have to adhere to. According to the report, the process and discrete industries worldwide are increasingly going for the concept of smart factories where the entire plant operations are automated, leading to reduced human interference and advanced control. This modernization will help to replace the old compressors with the installation of new advanced gas compressors that can be remotely monitored and operated. Further, the report states that the government scrutiny regarding the flouting of rules could increase during the forecast period, putting a strain on the vendors. The global gas compressors market can be segmented into two major segments: PD air compressors and centrifugal air compressors. Key Vendors - Atlas Copco - GE - Ingersoll Rand - Siemens Other Prominent Vendors - Accudyne Industries - BOGE - Doosan - Dresser-Rand - Ebara - ELGI - Fusheng - Gardner Denver - Hanbell - Hitachi - Hongwuhuan - Kaeser Compressors - Kaishan - Kirloskar - Kobe Steel - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - Shanghai Feihe Industrial Group - Shanghai Screw Compressor - Sulzer - VMAC - Wuxi Compressor - Yujin Machinery For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5p4bj5/global_gas
Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry: 2015 Edition
M2 - Tue Jul 07, 3:53AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/79gjjw/analyzing_japans) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry" report to their offering. Japan's domestic steel demand from manufacturers continued at a high level in 2014, led by such industries as motor vehicles, shipbuilding and industrial machinery. In addition, demand from the construction sector remained firm, other than demand for products for use in public works. Meanwhile, exports increased after the previous year's drop, reflecting improvement in the supply-demand situation in Southeast Asian markets. The research focuses on this highly lucrative industry, bringing you - Analyzing Japan's Steel Industry. The report is a complete guide to all the recent developments going on in the industry, along with an in-depth analysis on market statistics, market structure, competition in the industry, where the Japanese Steel Industry stands on a global scenario, and much more. An analysis of the global steel industry, the leading players in the global industry such as Corus, Arcelor Mittal, and Severstal, is also included in the report, along with in-depth profiles of the leading Japanese steel players. Numerous market figures further add to the comprehensiveness of this research report. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Market Introduction C. Globalization in the Steel Industry D. Leading Global Steel Players E. Looking at Japan's Steel Industry F. Understanding the Industry through Market Statistics G. Looking at Market Figures H. Environmental Concerns I. Japan Steel Industry: Future Perspective J. Major Players - Aichi Steel - JFE Holdings, Inc. - Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd. - Daido Steel - Kobe Steel - Nippon Steel Corporation - Arcelor Mittal - Corus - Posco - Severstal For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/79...ing_japans
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The Global Construction Equipment Market Expected to Reach $240.97 Billion by 2020, Registering a CAGR of 8.9% during 2015-2020
M2 - Wed Jun 17, 9:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/h9zq4n/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Equipment Market - Industry Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering. Among the different types of construction equipment, loader and cranes would continue to remain the most preferred type, due to their numerous applications in construction, mining and public works. Loader segment would drive the market significantly by 2020, contributing more than 44% of the total market revenue, due to increased application in earth moving operations. The construction equipment find maximum usage in earth moving and lifting & material handling applications. The two applications collectively accounted for around 50% of the total market in 2014. Between the two, earth moving application would grow at a faster rate during the forecast period, due to the upsurge in construction for commercial and residential infrastructure setup. Market is further segmented into solution type, comprising of product and services. Key findings of the study: - Lifting & material handling application would grow at a relatively faster CAGR of 12.4% during 2015-2020, in comparison to all the other applications - Excavation & mining application involving the use of construction equipment would grow notably at a CAGR of 9.5% during 2015-2020 - The market in Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% during 2015-2020 Companies Mentioned: - Atlas Copco - CNH Industrial - Caterpillar Inc. - Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction - Hitachi Construction Machinery Co. - J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited (JCB) - Kobe Steel Ltd. (Kobelco) - Komatsu Ltd. - Liebherr Group - Volvo Construction Equipment For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/h9zq4n/global About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
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Global Aerospace Materials (Aluminum Alloys, Steel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Super Alloys, Composites) Market 2015 - Trends and Forecast to 2019
M2 - Tue May 26, 3:35AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rd273m/aerospace) has announced the addition of the "Aerospace Materials Market by Type, by Aircraft Type - Global Trends and Forecast to 2019" report to their offering. Global aerospace materials market is projected to register a CAGR of more than 6.6% between 2014 and 2019 to reach $18.5 billion in terms of value. Aerospace materials are used for building various parts of the aircrafts. Various materials such as aluminum alloys, steel alloys, titanium alloy, super alloys and composite materials are used for building aircrafts. Aluminum alloys accounts for nearly 50.0% of the market in terms of the volume, however it represents only around 25.0% of the market in terms of the value. Demand for aluminum alloys is expected to remain flat between 2014 and 2019, but increasing usage of the composite materials and titanium alloys in the new generation of the aircrafts is expected to surge the demand for these materials in the near future. Major advantage of using composite materials and titanium alloys is the light weight of these materials and comparative strength of these materials to the traditionally used metals such as aluminum and steel alloys. Composites enable aerospace manufacturers to produce structural components to substitute conventional metal solutions. Shorter cycles for the manufacture of components, corrosion resistance and superior performance at elevated temperatures are some of the major advantages offered by these new aerospace materials. In aerospace materials market, large numbers of the raw material suppliers are active in the market. The degree of forward integration is also low. However, presence of patented technology with some major suppliers required in specific aerospace application boosts ups the bargaining power of supplier. Asia-Pacific is projected to witness high growth rate during the forecast period (2014-2019). The aerospace materials market in Europe and North America is consolidated, whereas the market in Asia-Pacific has a fragmented structure, where China and Japan alone has around number of aerospace material suppliers, these numbers are expected to increase due to the large number of mergers and acquisition and expansion by some major players taking place in the region, rivalry in the aerospace industry is expected to reduce during the forecast period. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Research Methodology 3 Executive Summary 4 Premium Insights 5 Market Overview 6 Industry Trends 7 Aerospace Materials Market, By Type 8 Aerospace Materials Market By Aircraft Type 9 Regional Analysis 10 Competitive Landscape 11 Company Profiles - AMG N.V. - ATI Metals - Alcoa Inc. - Aleris International, Inc - Constellium N.V. - Cytec Industries Inc. - E. I. Du Pont De Nemours - Kobe Steel Limited - Teijin Limited - Toray Industries For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rd273m/aerospace
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ITOCHU Announces Conclusion of Contract with Kobe Steel Kobelco Steelers for Italian brand MARIO VALENTINO as Official Suits Supplier
M2 - Thu May 14, 2:37AM CDT
ITOCHU Corporation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Masahiro Okafuji, President & CEO; hereinafter "ITOCHU"
announced today that it has concluded a contract for Italian fashion brand MARIO VALENTINO, in which ITOCHU holds master license rights in Japan, with Japan Rugby Top League team Kobe Steel Kobelco Steelers (hereinafter "Kobelco Steelers" as the official suits supplier for the 2015-16 season. 
