WCN blog tag:blog.worldconstructionnetwork.com,2009-11-24:/wcn_blog//28 2012-02-03T11:52:51Z Blog for the Word Construction Network. Movable Type 4.32-en Construction deal market remains subdued owing to Eurozone crisis The construction deal market witnessed a drastic fall to 114 deals in December, from the 182 deals registered in November. Deal value also decreased significantly with almost all deals struck having a lower value. Only one deal, United Rentals' proposed acquisition of RSC Holdings, proved to be of high value. The deal is valued at $4.2 billion. This deal indicates a slight improvement in deal activities in the US and provides hope for a stronger deal market in the coming months.... Prameela http://blog.worldinteriordesignnetwork.com/widn_blog The construction deal market witnessed a drastic fall to 114 deals in December, from the 182 deals registered in November.

Deal value also decreased significantly with almost all deals struck having a lower value. Only one deal, United Rentals' proposed acquisition of RSC Holdings, proved to be of high value. The deal is valued at $4.2 billion. This deal indicates a slight improvement in deal activities in the US and provides hope for a stronger deal market in the coming months.

]]> In Europe, deals in the previous month were mostly limited to mergers and acquisitions without a single fund raising deal. Most of these were further restricted to EU-EU nations or domestic transactions, and were of the kind where companies looked to strike deals that would lower operational costs or help in geographical expansion.

Details of all the deals made in the construction industry in the month of December, including PE/VC deals, capital-raising deals and mergers and acquisitions, across the world are available in the report Monthly Construction Deals Roundup - December 2011 published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Romanian construction industry expected to record moderate growth The Romanian construction industry is expected to grow at a moderate CAGR of 4.68% to 2015 due to uncertain economic conditions and lower levels of investment. The industry declined by 9.7% in 2009 and 7.8% in 2010 owing to the global economic depression. However, the country is expected to attract investors and the construction industry is expected to rebound to 2015.... wmi The Romanian construction industry is expected to grow at a moderate CAGR of 4.68% to 2015 due to uncertain economic conditions and lower levels of investment.

The industry declined by 9.7% in 2009 and 7.8% in 2010 owing to the global economic depression. However, the country is expected to attract investors and the construction industry is expected to rebound to 2015.

]]> The commercial construction market is expected to recover mainly due to the growth in the office buildings category. The category, accounting for 69.7% of the commercial construction market, is expected to grow with a CAGR of 4.05% to 2015. However, the fastest growth rate is expected to be registered by the manufacturing buildings category, expected to grow at 4.11% from 2011 to 2015.

Infrastructure construction is expected to clock the highest CAGR of 6.07% owing to the continued investment by the government to improve infrastructure. Investments pertaining to the 2012 election are expected to be a key factor in this growth.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Romania to 2015: EU Funds for Infrastructure Development to Play a Key Role in Future Growth published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Azerbaijani construction industry to grow at 7.7% to 2015 The Azerbaijani construction industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% to 2015 spurred by major investments in the infrastructure construction sector. The industry is expected to grow to a value of $5.62 billion in 2015 as compared to a value of $3.88 billion in 2010. Maximum growth of 11.9% is expected in 2011 with growth expected to slow down gradually to 2015. In 2015, the growth is expected to be around 6.8%.... wmi The Azerbaijani construction industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% to 2015 spurred by major investments in the infrastructure construction sector.

The industry is expected to grow to a value of $5.62 billion in 2015 as compared to a value of $3.88 billion in 2010. Maximum growth of 11.9% is expected in 2011 with growth expected to slow down gradually to 2015. In 2015, the growth is expected to be around 6.8%.

]]> Infrastructure construction is expected to be the largest market in the industry with a market share of 36.4% with commercial construction expected to be the second largest market with a market share of 19.6%. The growth of these two sectors is expected primarily due to the presence of huge oil reserves in the country. With several energy majors looking to expand and the government trying to provide them with better infrastructure, the construction industry is expected to receive a major boost.

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]]> Latin American construction industry to benefit from sporting events The 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games being held in Brazil are expected to drive growth in the Latin American construction industry. The industry is expected to register growth with a CAGR of 8.79% to 2015. The growth is primarily expected in the infrastructure sector, where all six sub-divisions are expected to register CAGRs between 9-11%. The huge tourist inflows expected during these events is expected to force the governments to increase spending on improvement of infrastructure.... wmi The 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games being held in Brazil are expected to drive growth in the Latin American construction industry.

The industry is expected to register growth with a CAGR of 8.79% to 2015. The growth is primarily expected in the infrastructure sector, where all six sub-divisions are expected to register CAGRs between 9-11%. The huge tourist inflows expected during these events is expected to force the governments to increase spending on improvement of infrastructure.

]]> Other sectors like residential construction are also expected to perk up, owing to the general rise in the economy due to which demand for housing is expected to outstrip supply. In case of industrial construction, the continuous discoveries of rich mineral deposits is expected to help the field grow at a higher rate.

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]]> Infrastructure and residential markets expected to spur growth in Peruvian construction industry The Peruvian construction industry is expected to register robust growth at a CAGR of 9.45% to 2015. The growth is expected to be spurred primarily by the residential and infrastructure sectors though other sectors are also expected to register strong growth patterns. The two sectors mentioned are expected to account for nearly 70% of the industry value. The infrastructure construction sector, supported by a planned investment of PEN157.4 billion for mining, petroleum and energy industries, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.9%.... wmi The Peruvian construction industry is expected to register robust growth at a CAGR of 9.45% to 2015.

The growth is expected to be spurred primarily by the residential and infrastructure sectors though other sectors are also expected to register strong growth patterns. The two sectors mentioned are expected to account for nearly 70% of the industry value. The infrastructure construction sector, supported by a planned investment of PEN157.4 billion for mining, petroleum and energy industries, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.9%.

]]> The country's strong macroeconomic fundamentals, easy credit availability and longer repayment terms will be some of the key factors promoting the growth of the Peru residential construction market over the forecast period.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Peru to 2015: Future Growth Fuelled by Planned Investment of PEN157.4 Billion published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> BRIC construction industry expected to register robust growth The construction industry in Brazil, Russia, India and China is expected to register robust growth owing to economic development, urbanisation and strong inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI). The construction industry is expected to register an overall CAGR of 10.69% to 2015. The organization of major global events such as the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, and the 2012 APEC Summit, the 2014 Winter Olympic Games and the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia are expected to generate growth in the construction industries in these two countries, while in China and India growth will... wmi The construction industry in Brazil, Russia, India and China is expected to register robust growth owing to economic development, urbanisation and strong inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI).

The construction industry is expected to register an overall CAGR of 10.69% to 2015. The organization of major global events such as the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, and the 2012 APEC Summit, the 2014 Winter Olympic Games and the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia are expected to generate growth in the construction industries in these two countries, while in China and India growth will be driven by government spending.

]]> The residential construction market that recorded a growth of 18.6% between 2006-10, is expected to grow at a more moderate rate of 10% to 2015. The institutional and healthcare buildings are expected to register the highest growth rate of 11.5% and 11.3%, the sectors expected to grow fastest in the construction sector.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in BRIC to 2015: Economic Development, Urbanization and FDI Inflow to Spur Construction published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Construction equipment deal value registers strong growth The value of construction equipment deals made in the month of August 2011 skyrocketed to $1805 million from $87 million recorded in July 2011. The increase was mainly driven by the acquisition of Telvent GIT by Schnieder Electric. Amongst other segments, the deals struck in the month of August decreased significantly, most notably in the products and materials segment, where the percentage of deals dropped from 42% to 33%.... wmi The value of construction equipment deals made in the month of August 2011 skyrocketed to $1805 million from $87 million recorded in July 2011.

The increase was mainly driven by the acquisition of Telvent GIT by Schnieder Electric. Amongst other segments, the deals struck in the month of August decreased significantly, most notably in the products and materials segment, where the percentage of deals dropped from 42% to 33%.

]]> As far as deal size is concerned, around 26 of the deals were worth less than $100 million, while the greater than $501 million category registered only four deals. Regionwise, the US lead with a total of 24 deals while Japan, Sweden and Malaysia shared the bottom space with three deals each.

Details of all the deals made in the construction industry in the month of August including PE/VC deals, capital-raising deals and mergers and acquisitions across the world are available in the report Monthly Deal Roundup - Construction published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Infrastructure construction expected to register highest growth in Kuwait The Kuwait construction industry is expected to register a CAGR of 6% to 2015 with the infrastructure construction sector recording the highest growth amongst individual sectors. The Kuwait government's initiatives to improve standard of living aided by significant investments to improve the country's energy and communications infrastructure are expected to help the infrastructure construction market record a high CAGR of 7.19% to 2015.... wmi The Kuwait construction industry is expected to register a CAGR of 6% to 2015 with the infrastructure construction sector recording the highest growth amongst individual sectors.

The Kuwait government's initiatives to improve standard of living aided by significant investments to improve the country's energy and communications infrastructure are expected to help the infrastructure construction market record a high CAGR of 7.19% to 2015.

]]> Amongst the other sectors, residential, industrial and institutional construction markets are also expected to grow at a moderate rate.

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]]> Government five-year plan expected to boost Algerian construction industry The Algerian government's five-year plan and its efforts to diversify the economy away from the oil and gas sector are expected to help the construction industry register a strong CAGR of 8.5% to 2015. In terms of sectors infrastructure, residential and institutional construction sectors are expected to lead the growth chart with high growth rates. With the government announcing plans to start construction work on 2 million housing units and deliver 1.2 million completely built units over the next plan period, from 2010 to 2014, the residential construction market is projected to achieve a CAGR of 7.39% over the forecast... wmi The Algerian government's five-year plan and its efforts to diversify the economy away from the oil and gas sector are expected to help the construction industry register a strong CAGR of 8.5% to 2015.

In terms of sectors infrastructure, residential and institutional construction sectors are expected to lead the growth chart with high growth rates. With the government announcing plans to start construction work on 2 million housing units and deliver 1.2 million completely built units over the next plan period, from 2010 to 2014, the residential construction market is projected to achieve a CAGR of 7.39% over the forecast period.

]]> With infrastructure development expected to continue to remain one of the Algerian Government's priority areas, the infrastructure construction market is expected to register a CAGR of 10.86% over the forecast period

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Algeria to 2015: Planned Expenditure of US$286 billion under 'Economic and Social Development Program, 2010-2014' to Drive Industry published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Chilean construction industry to get boost from infrastructure investment The Chilean construction industry is expected to grow at a steady CAGR of 7.74% to 2015 lead by government and private investment on infrastructure construction and rebuilding efforts. Potential expansion within the retail sector, office construction market and the tourism industry will drive the commercial construction market over the forecast period. The market is anticipated to achieve a CAGR of 7.9% to 2015.... wmi The Chilean construction industry is expected to grow at a steady CAGR of 7.74% to 2015 lead by government and private investment on infrastructure construction and rebuilding efforts.

Potential expansion within the retail sector, office construction market and the tourism industry will drive the commercial construction market over the forecast period. The market is anticipated to achieve a CAGR of 7.9% to 2015.

]]> The infrastructure market is also anticipated to achieve the fastest growth over the forecast period with a CAGR of 8.37%, as a result of further government and private investments towards the reconstruction and overall development of the country's infrastructure.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Chile to 2015: Infrastructure Development to Play a Key Role in Market Growth published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Dutch economy turnaround expected to sustain construction industry The end of the European debt crisis and the resultant positive impact on the Dutch economy are expected to support and sustain a CAGR of 3.48% in the Dutch construction industry. In 2010, the global construction industry registered a marginal growth of 1.4% while the Dutch industry declined 8.7%. As a counter cyclical measure, the Dutch government launched a stimulus package of EUR5.7 billion to be distributed over six years from 2009 to improve the country's infrastructure and increase domestic consumption. The stimulus, in addition to returning consumer confidence, is expected to help the Dutch construction industry achieve moderate growth.... wmi The end of the European debt crisis and the resultant positive impact on the Dutch economy are expected to support and sustain a CAGR of 3.48% in the Dutch construction industry.

In 2010, the global construction industry registered a marginal growth of 1.4% while the Dutch industry declined 8.7%. As a counter cyclical measure, the Dutch government launched a stimulus package of EUR5.7 billion to be distributed over six years from 2009 to improve the country's infrastructure and increase domestic consumption. The stimulus, in addition to returning consumer confidence, is expected to help the Dutch construction industry achieve moderate growth.

]]> The Dutch residential construction market, aided by a rising demand and the availability of credit, is expected to grow with a CAGR of 3.27% to 2015. The Dutch infrastructure construction market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.07% to 2015.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in the Netherlands to 2015: Revival in Export and Consumer Confidence to Stimulate Construction Activity published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> Croatian construction industry expected to recover from recession woes The Croatian construction industry that recorded negative CARCs over the last few years is expected to stage a moderate recovery from recession woes. Several infrastructure and industrial projects that were announced in the period from 2006-10 were cancelled or placed on hold owing to severe financial pressure. The integration of Croatia into the European Union and subsequent hopes of recovery of the Croatian economy are likely to help the Croatian construction industry recover from a severe slump and register a CAGR of 3.1% to 2015.... wmi The Croatian construction industry that recorded negative CARCs over the last few years is expected to stage a moderate recovery from recession woes.

Several infrastructure and industrial projects that were announced in the period from 2006-10 were cancelled or placed on hold owing to severe financial pressure. The integration of Croatia into the European Union and subsequent hopes of recovery of the Croatian economy are likely to help the Croatian construction industry recover from a severe slump and register a CAGR of 3.1% to 2015.

]]> The growth in the industry is expected to be fuelled by the infrastructure and commercial construction sectors that are individually expected to record CAGRs of 4.36% and 2.29%.

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]]> Residential, institutional expected to perform better in Bahrain Growth in Bahrain's construction industry, currently in an unstable state owing to political unrest, is likely to be lead by the residential and institutional sectors. The overall construction industry in Bahrain is expected to record a CAGR of 7.7% with the educational buildings category expected to perform particularly strongly. Several major projects in the education sector are scheduled to 2015, including the construction of the Bahrain Science and Technology Park, a higher education city, the first internet-based e-University in the Middle East and Asia, and a regional centre for ICT research and training.... wmi Growth in Bahrain's construction industry, currently in an unstable state owing to political unrest, is likely to be lead by the residential and institutional sectors.

The overall construction industry in Bahrain is expected to record a CAGR of 7.7% with the educational buildings category expected to perform particularly strongly. Several major projects in the education sector are scheduled to 2015, including the construction of the Bahrain Science and Technology Park, a higher education city, the first internet-based e-University in the Middle East and Asia, and a regional centre for ICT research and training.

]]> Residential construction is projected to register a CAGR of 5.76%, predominantly due to a government construction program that will see 50,000 houses built at a proposed cost of BHD2.5 billion (US$6.6 billion).

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Bahrain to 2015: Political Stability to Decide the Course of Industry published by World Market Intelligence (WMI). WMI is a premium information and marketing solution company focused on providing high quality information and software solutions to drive business success.

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]]> Spanish construction industry faces bleak times The Spanish construction industry is expected to face some bleak times over the next few years owing to the government's austerity measures and slow economic recovery. The Spanish construction industry witnessed a huge slowdown in 2009 and 2010 and registered a negative CARC of 2.89% during the period. Almost all sectors of the construction industry struggled to buck the trend and recorded little to no growth. In the immediate future, the Spanish government's planned austerity measures, aimed at bringing the budget deficit to below 3% by 2013, are expected to hinder chances of growth.... wmi The Spanish construction industry is expected to face some bleak times over the next few years owing to the government's austerity measures and slow economic recovery.

The Spanish construction industry witnessed a huge slowdown in 2009 and 2010 and registered a negative CARC of 2.89% during the period. Almost all sectors of the construction industry struggled to buck the trend and recorded little to no growth. In the immediate future, the Spanish government's planned austerity measures, aimed at bringing the budget deficit to below 3% by 2013, are expected to hinder chances of growth.

]]> The residential construction market, the biggest segment in Spain's construction industry, is expected to register a CAGR of 1.97% to 2015. Nearly 1.4 million homes built in 2009-10 remain unsold in the country due to which demand for new construction is unlikely to be very high. The industrial construction market is expected to remain stagnant while the remaining segments are all expected to register less than 1% growth in the next few years.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in Spain to 2015: : Austerity Measures and Budget Deficit to Deter Growth published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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]]> PPP projects to boost Philippine construction industry Infrastructure projects executed under a public-private partnership model are expected to help the Philippine construction industry register an overall CAGR of 8.8% to 2015. The energy and communication infrastructure category is expected to be the major driver of infrastructure construction growth over the forecast period, due to the Transmission Development Plan (TDP) initiated by National Transmission Corporation. This project, worth US$850 million, is expected to be complete by 2015 and involves investment to construct additional transmission infrastructure and the development of existing transmission infrastructure.... wmi Infrastructure projects executed under a public-private partnership model are expected to help the Philippine construction industry register an overall CAGR of 8.8% to 2015.

The energy and communication infrastructure category is expected to be the major driver of infrastructure construction growth over the forecast period, due to the Transmission Development Plan (TDP) initiated by National Transmission Corporation. This project, worth US$850 million, is expected to be complete by 2015 and involves investment to construct additional transmission infrastructure and the development of existing transmission infrastructure.

]]> With rapid urbanization, the housing dynamics of the country are registering a gradual change. In larger towns like Manila, an increase in the demand for multi-family housing is being observed, as it is a cheaper option compared to single-family housing. The residential construction market is estimated to achieve a CAGR of 8.19% over the forecast period.

All these and many more facts and figures in addition to an in-depth analysis can be found in the report The Future of Construction in the Philippines to 2015: Infrastructure Development under Public-Private Partnership to Boost Industry Growth published by World Market Intelligence (WMI).

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