Particleboard and Medium Density Fibreboard in the Pacific Rim and Europe: 2009 – 2013 is available in two volumes.

Volume 1: Particleboard in the Pacific Rim and Europe: 2009 – 2013 

Volume 2: Medium Density Fibreboard in the Pacific Rim and Europe: 2009 – 2013

The reports combine market research and forecasting to provide a strategic assessment of the prospects for the particleboard and MDF industries over the next five years. The reports are published every two years, and are designed to facilitate strategic decisions about investment, trade, prices and marketing.

Regions and countries include Australasia (Australia, New Zealand), Europe (European Union, Other Europe including Russia), North America (Canada, United States, Mexico), North Asia (China, Japan, South Korea), South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile), and South Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Vietnam). Each report includes a detailed analysis and five year forecasts for production, consumption, prices and net exports over a five year period, a listing of production facilities by name and location, and a detailed analysis and forecasts for key economic indicators and the key end use sectors, furniture manufacturing and housing construction. These are provided on a country and regional basis.

The market analysis includes trends and prospects for product quality, price competiton, distribution channels and promotion.

These reports are critical for companies to understand the market drivers, prospects for the next five years, and the international dynamics of the industry.

Earlier editions have been a regular forward planning tool for major players in the industry in a wide range of countries. They are particularly useful for producers, equipment and resin suppliers, potential investors and governments responsible for commercializing and managing the forestry sector.

See files to download in the box to the right to view the brochure and extracts.

* Prices in Australian dollars.

Bernie Neufeld

PH: +61 2 9959 5924