LONDON – Tantalum and niobium are close geologically, however, the two metals have different industry paths and development dynamics due to the very different application areas. Tantalum market has been under pressure due to the shortfalls of supplies, while niobium producers expect to experience healthy levels of demand increases and market growth. Niobium consumption is to rise, and the output volumes are sure to cover it in the foreseeable future. However, there is little possibility of new investment flaws into the industry.
Global niobium market is led by Brazil with over 90% of total production volumes. Tantalum reserves are widespread, including Rwanda, Mozambique, Brazil, Australia, Canada all possess the metal mines, however Brazil takes the lead here accounting for approximately 27% of world tantalum.
Extensive tantalum and niobium market information and insightful industry analysis are at the focus of the new study “Tantalum and Niobium (Columbium) Market Review”. The study features most detailed information on the global total, regional and country markets while presenting data on the past industry developments, present landscape and future projections.
The review holds information on the tantalum and niobium production and consumption, demand and supply, prices and trade dynamics. Major market events and news are discussed. Key market participants are profiled. The report provides market forecasts through 2017 to show the future volumes and prices, opportunities, challenges and trends.
Report Details:
Tantalum and Niobium (Columbium) Market Review
Published: March, 2012
Pages: 66
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The study of tantalum and niobium industry has been developed by Merchant Research & Consulting Ltd, an internationally recognized market research agency, specializing in chemical industry. “Tantalum and Niobium (Columbium) Market Review” is included into the catalogue “Metals”, which also offers reviews of Aluminum, Arsenic, Beryllium, Copper, Iron and Steel, Lead, Mercury, Nickel, Silver, Titanium markets.
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