Abstract
The Economics of Niobium, 11th edition 2009
Growth in the global niobium market has been remarkable during the 2000s and
was particularly strong from the middle of the decade. That growth came to an
abrupt halt in 2008. In their core markets, such as HSLA steels for natural
gas linepipe, the automotive sector and major construction, and in superalloys
for the aerospace and power generation industries, niobium producers and
processors saw past rates of increase in demand come to a stop during 2008, in
common with most other industries. The first half of 2009 will probably prove
to be no better. After that, demand for niobium will return to a healthy
long-term growth trend. Market segments where niobium is well-established, and
often has no substitutes, will continue to expand and new niches for niobium
will continue to be developed.
- Independent, in-depth research and analysis
- Essential market intelligence for successful business planning
- Detailed survey of production and processing in 58 countries
- Up-to-date profiles of the activities of over 70 producing and processing
companies
- Forecasts for end-use consumption and world supply and demand Report
highlights
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