Precious Metals Mining in Kazakhstan to 2020, New Report Launched

Kazakhstan’s gold production was estimated at 1.6 million ounces (Moz) in 2013, up by around 15% relative to 2012. This is due to the ramp up of Kazzinc Ltd’s Vasilkovskoje mine – a satellite of the Altyntau Kokshetau mine – which produces the bulk of the country’s gold.

The 'Precious Metals Mining in Kazakhstan to 2020' report comprehensively covers the country’s historical and forecast data on gold and silver mine production to 2020 and reserves (also by region). The report also includes drivers and restraints affecting the industry, profiles of major precious metals mining companies, information on the major active, development and exploration projects and regulations governing the industry.

Scope

The report contains an overview of the Kazakh precious metals (gold, silver) mining industry together with the key growth factors and restraints affecting the industry. Further, it provides information about reserves, production, prices, competitive landscape, major active, exploration and development projects and the mining fiscal regime of the country.

Reasons to Buy

To gain an understanding of the Kazakh precious metals mining industry, the relevant drivers and restraining factors, reserves, historical and forecast production and the fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

• Kazakhstan’s mining and metal industry plays a vital role in the country’s economy, contributing around 19% towards the country’s GDP in 2012, as well as 16% to its total exports.
• In 2012, Kazakhstan was the 12th largest global producer of silver and the second largest in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) after Russia, contributing 19.2Moz.
• The country currently has 61 mining and smelting projects, with a total investment of KZT1.5 trillion (US$10 billion).
• In 2011, 11 projects resulted in investments worth KZT52.7 billion (US$351.9 million), as well as 2,700 new jobs.

Spanning over 36 pages, “Precious Metals Mining in Kazakhstan to 2020” report covering the Executive Summary, Precious Metals Mining in Kazakhstan, Gold Mining In Kazakhstan – Reserves and Production, Silver Mining in Kazakhstan – Reserves and Production, Global Gold Mine Production, Competitive Landscape, Fiscal Regime, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Kazzinc Ltd, Kazakhmys PLC

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Iron Ore Mining in South Africa to 2020, New Report Launched

The South African government’s National Infrastructure Plan, which deals with the development of the country’s economic landscape, primarily concentrates on 18 Strategic Integrated Projects (SIP). Of these, three specifically focuses on the mining sector, including the Saldanha-Northern Cape development corridor; integrated rail; and port expansion, through which the annual throughput capacity of the Sishen-Saldanha iron ore corridor is expected to increase by about 40% post-development.

The 'Iron Ore Mining in South Africa to 2020' report comprehensively covers the country’s historical and forecast data on iron ore production by form, reserves, consumption and trade to 2020. The trade section provides information on export volumes to destination countries. The report also includes drivers and restraints affecting the industry, profiles of major iron ore mining companies, information on the major active, exploration and development projects and regulations governing the industry.

Scope

The report contains an overview of South Africa's iron ore mining industry together with the key growth factors and restraints affecting the industry. Further, it provides information about reserves, production, prices, consumption, trade, competitive landscape, major active, exploration and development projects and the mining fiscal regime of the country.

Reasons to Buy

To gain an understanding of South Africa's iron ore mining industry, the relevant drivers and restraining factors, reserves, historical and forecast production, consumption, trade and the fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

• In the first quarter of 2014, the mining and quarrying industry reflected negative growth of 24.7% over the fourth quarter of 2013, due to lower production in gold, platinum and diamond mining.
• The Northern Cape, Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provinces account for the majority of the country’s iron ore production.
• South Africa’s iron ore production in 2013 was estimated to have increased marginally over the previous year, despite domestic consumption having increased by around 6.3% over 2012, with most of the iron ore consumed by the domestic steel industry.
• Capacity additions at existing mines and new iron ore projects which are scheduled to commence operations, are expected to increase South Africa’s iron ore production.

Spanning over 36 pages, “Iron Ore Mining in South Africa to 2020” report covering the Executive Summary, Iron Ore Mining in South Africa, Iron Ore Mining in South Africa – Reserves, Production, Consumption and Trade, Fiscal Regime, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Kumba Iron Ore Ltd, Assmang Ltd

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Construction in The Czech Republic - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018, New Report Launched

The Czech construction industry recorded a CAGR of -5.01% during the review period (2009–2013). The construction industry’s outlook is expected to be positive over the forecast period (2014–2018), with growth supported by road, rail and energy infrastructure expansion in the country. Rising export demand and improving employment conditions are likely to attract investments in the industrial and residential construction markets. CZK594.8 billion (US$30.3 billion) support through the European Union (EU) structural funds program over 2014–2020 will also help grow the country’s construction industry. The industry is expected to record a forecast-period nominal CAGR of 2.12%.

This report provides detailed market analysis, information and insights into the Czech construction industry including:

• The Czech construction industry's growth prospects by market, project type and type of construction activity
• Analysis of equipment, material and service costs across each project type in the Czech Republic
• Critical insight into the impact of industry trends and issues, and the risks and opportunities they present to participants in the Czech construction industry
• Profiles of the leading operators in the Czech construction industry.
• Data highlights of the largest construction projects in the Czech Republic

Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the construction industry in the Czech Republic. It provides:

• Historical (2009-2013) and forecast (2014-2018) valuations of the construction industry in the Czech Republic using construction output and value-add methods
• Segmentation by sector (commercial, industrial, infrastructure, institutional and residential) and by project type
• Breakdown of values within each project type, by type of activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition) and by type of cost (materials, equipment and services)
• Analysis of key construction industry issues, including regulation, cost management, funding and pricing
• Detailed profiles of the leading construction companies in the Czech Republic

Reasons to Buy

• Identify and evaluate market opportunities using our standardized valuation and forecasting methodologies
• Assess market growth potential at a micro-level with over 600 time-series data forecasts
• Understand the latest industry and market trends
• Formulate and validate business strategies using Timetric's critical and actionable insight
• Assess business risks, including cost, regulatory and competitive pressures
• Evaluate competitive risk and success factors

Key Highlights

• The Czech construction industry is undergoing a testing period as a result of subdued economic activity. The industry went into recession and registered negative growth rates of -6.6%, 1.0%, 4.1% and -9.4% during the eurozone crisis (2009–2012), then started to show signs of improvement in the third quarter of 2013. According to the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO), the construction industry’s output (in real terms) rose by 8.4% in the first quarter of 2014 as compared to the first-quarter of 2013 and by 2.4% when compared to the fourth quarter of 2013. The industry is set to grow further, both in 2014 and over the forecast period, due to improved economic conditions, low interest rates and increased investment.
• In nominal terms, the total construction value add in the Czech Republic was CZK202.7 billion (US$10.4 billion) in 2013, after registering a nominal CAGR of -2.07% during the review period. The value add is anticipated to reach CZK226.3 billion (US$11.1 billion) in 2018 and record a nominal forecast-period CAGR of 0.05%, driven by the increase in building construction and civil engineering construction. According to CZSO, building construction rose by 11.0% and of civil engineering construction rose by 0.1% in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013. The overall outlook for construction in the Czech Republic over the forecast period remains positive.
• The country has one of the most highly developed transport networks in Central Europe, and is expected to develop over the forecast period. In November 2013, the Czech government gave consent for nationwide transport infrastructure construction through to 2020. The strategy was formulated to utilize European Union’s funds and invest a total of CZK67.1 billion (US$3.4 billion) for the construction of roads, rail and water infrastructure. Investment in roads will be dominated by the construction and repair work of motorways and expressways. The majority of funds will be directed towards the construction of railways with an increase in investment by CZK18.1 billion (US$928.5 million) in 2014 compared to 2013. The government is also looking for public-private partnership (PPP) contracts to modernize and develop transport networks in the country.
• According to the CZSO, construction index of new dwellings increased from 79.4 in the first quarter of 2013 to 104.8 in the first quarter of 2014, while the number of completed dwellings decreased by 16.8%, from 29,467 units in 2012 to 25,238 units in 2013. The country faces a housing shortage and this, together with easily accessible credit, has fuelled house price rises.
• According to Czech National Bank (CNB), the total gross office take up activity in the country grew by 9.6% in 2013 on a year-on-year basis, along with the increase in total investment amounting to CZK41.3 billion (US$2.1 billion) in 2013. This growth was largely supported by the increase in share of renegotiations of existing office property projects. Renegotiations caused an increase of 6.4% in the proportion of existing projects and reached 49.4% in 2013 compared to the previous year. Therefore, increase in the investment and transaction volumes of commercial real estate properties in the Czech Republic will support growth of the office buildings category over the forecast period.

Spanning over 68 pages, “Construction in The Czech Republic - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018” report covering the Executive Summary, Market Overview, Commercial Construction, Industrial Construction, Infrastructure Construction, Institutional Construction, Residential Construction, Company Profile: Metrostav a.s., Company Profile: OHL ZS, a.s., Company Profile: Helika, a.s., Company Profile: Eurovia, a.s., Company Profile: VCES a.s., Market Data Analysis, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Metrostav a.s., OHL ZS, a.s., Helika, a.s., Eurovia, a.s., VCES a.s.

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Construction in Mexico - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018, New Report Launched

The Mexican construction industry registered a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.64% during the review period (2009−2013). Growth was largely driven by a change in Public Works Law, new industry and economic policies, and a National Infrastructure Plan (NIP). The industry is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.84% over the forecast period (2014−2018), driven by growth in the infrastructure market in line with government measures to enhance transport infrastructure. Industry expansion will also be driven by an increase in population, government initiatives to support the growth of high value-add industries, and an expected revival in consumer confidence.

This report provides detailed market analysis, information and insights into the Mexican construction industry including:

• Mexican construction industry's growth prospects by market, project type and type of construction activity
• Analysis of equipment, material and service costs across each project type in Mexico
• Critical insight into the impact of industry trends and issues, and the risks and opportunities they present to participants in the Mexican construction industry
• Profiles of the leading operators in Mexican construction industry.
• Data highlights of the largest construction projects in Mexico

Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the construction industry in Mexico. It provides:

• Historical (2009-2013) and forecast (2014-2018) valuations of the construction industry in Mexico using construction output and value-add methods
• Segmentation by sector (commercial, industrial, infrastructure, institutional and residential) and by project type
• Breakdown of values within each project type, by type of activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition) and by type of cost (materials, equipment and services)
• Analysis of key construction industry issues, including regulation, cost management, funding and pricing
• Detailed profiles of the leading construction companies in Mexico

Reasons to Buy

• Identify and evaluate market opportunities using our standardized valuation and forecasting methodologies
• Assess market growth potential at a micro-level with over 600 time-series data forecasts
• Understand the latest industry and market trends
• Formulate and validate business strategies using Timetric's critical and actionable insight
• Assess business risks, including cost, regulatory and competitive pressures
• Evaluate competitive risk and success factors

Key Highlights

• After recovering from the financial crisis, the Mexican construction industry recorded a slowdown of 1.8% in 2013. During the review period, the gross value-added growth in construction peaked at an annual rate of 10.6% (in nominal terms) in 2011, but activity slowed in 2013, and a contraction of 1.7% was registered in 2013. The outlook is different for 2014 as the industry is anticipated to register a value-added growth of 3.9% (in nominal terms) generating 300,000 jobs. The industry is set to grow further, both in 2014 and over the forecast period, due to improved economic conditions, low interest rates and increased investment. With government commitment and investment picking up, the industry is showing signs of positive growth. The industry’s value add is projected to reach MXN1.5 trillion (US$94.8 billion) in 2018, representative of a forecast-period CAGR of 3.24%.
• Under Mexico’s NIP 2014−2018, a series of infrastructure projects will be launched to improve bridges, ports, roads, highways, airports, railways and power supplies, which will ultimately lead to the modernization of the country’s infrastructure. Public-private partnerships (PPPs) will be a major source of investment. Mexico’s National Infrastructure Fund (Fondo Nacional de Infraestructura) and the National Bank of Public Works and Services (Banco Nacional de Obras y Servicios Públicos) will also act as financial providers to the plan. The government intends to spend MXN7.8 trillion (US$619.1 billion), of which MXN1.3 trillion (US$102.1 billion) is expected to be spent on transport and communication. According to the Secretariat of Communications and Transport (SCT), investment in roads under the plan is 36.0%, higher than the investment made under the previous government.
• In a bid to support the residential construction market and develop affordable properties for low-income demographics, a co-operation agreement was signed between the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group and the Mexican homebuilder Urbi Desarrollos Urbanos in 2012. In partnership with this agreement, financial assistance of up to MXN1.4 billion (US$105.0 million) will be granted to build energy-efficient housing units for low income demographics. Under this agreement, nearly 36,000 housing units must be constructed annually until 2017, to overcome a housing deficit of 9 million units. This will generate 4,500 jobs every year. The IFC will be providing assistance in the form of MXN658.8 million (US$50.0 million) to Urbi, while Canada will make a contribution of MXN263.5 million (US$20.0 million) through the IFC-Canada Climate Change Program. In addition, an amount of MXN461.1 million (US$35.0 million) will also be provided through a syndicated loan from international commercial banks. Consequently, government-led affordable housing projects are expected to encourage expansion in the category over the forecast period.
• To increase the annual inflow of tourists, it is important that the Mexican government makes efforts to ensure safety. According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index 2013, Mexico ranked 121st position out of 140 countries in terms of safety and security. The drug war and associated violence, kidnappings and mass murders have adversely affected the country’s image as a safe destination. The growth in tourism can be attributed only to the country’s improving economic conditions and a rise in industrial activity, which improved employment opportunities, and led to a rise in income and expenditure. This will further support the growth of the leisure and hospitality buildings category over the forecast period.

Spanning over 74 pages, “Construction in Mexico - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018” report covering the Executive Summary, Market Overview, Commercial Construction, Industrial Construction, Infrastructure Construction, Institutional Construction, Residential Construction, Company Profile: Empresas ICA, S.A.B. de C.V., Company Profile: Desarrolladora Homex, S.A.B. De C.V., Company Profile: Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en America Latina S.A.B. de C.V., Company Profile: Grupo Carso, S.A. de C.V., Company Profile: Consorcio ARA, S.A.B. de C.V., Market Data Analysis, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Empresas ICA, SAB de CV, Desarrolladora Homex, SAB de CV, Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en America Latina SAB de CV, Grupo Carso, SA de CV, Consorcio ARA, SAB de CV

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Coal Mining in Turkey to 2020, New Report Launched

Turkey has 60 different types of minerals and is among the world’s 10 leading countries in terms of mineral variety. Its coal industry produced 79.3 million metric tons (Mt) in 2013, a decrease of 7.9% over 2012. Around 40% of Turkey's lignite reserves are located in the AfSin-Elbistan basin of southeast Anatolia, while hard coal is mined only in one location: the Zonguldak basin of northwest Turkey.

The 'Coal Mining in Turkey to 2020' report comprehensively covers the country’s historical and forecast data on coal production by grade and type, reserves, consumption by type and trade to 2020. The trade section provides information on imports from source. The report also includes drivers and restraints affecting the industry, profiles of major coal mining companies, information on the major active, exploration and development projects and regulations governing the coal mining industry.

Scope

The report contains an overview of Turkey's coal mining industry together with the key growth factors and restraints affecting the industry. Further, it provides information about reserves, production, prices, consumption, trade, competitive landscape, major active and the mining fiscal regime of the country.

Reasons to Buy

To gain an understanding of Turkey's coal mining industry, the relevant drivers and restraining factors, reserves, historical and forecast production, consumption, trade and the fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

• Around 40% of Turkey's lignite reserves are located in the AfSin-Elbistan basin of southeast Anatolia, while hard coal is mined only in one location: the Zonguldak basin of northwest Turkey.
• During 2000–2012, domestic coal consumption increased substantially, mainly due to the rising demand for power.
• According to the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, total potential coal reserves in the country were 15.4 billion tons (bt) in 2013 and exploration activities resulted in an increase in lignite reserves from 8.3bt in 2013 to 14.1bt in January 2014, an increase of 5.8bt.
• The reserves are of low heating value of 1,000 to 1,500 kilocalories per kilogram (kcal/kg) and low-calorific value lignite (below 2,000kcal/kg) accounts for approximately 70% of the country’s lignite reserves.

Spanning over 39 pages, “Coal Mining in Turkey to 2020” report covering the Executive Summary, Coal Mining in Turkey, Coal Mining In Turkey – Reserves, Production, Consumption And Trade, Fiscal Regime, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Turkiye Komur Isletmeleri Kurumu, Elektrik Uretim, Turkiye Taskomuru Kurumu

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Base Metals Mining in India to 2020, New Report Launched

India is one of the world’s major producers of base metals which include copper, lead and zinc. Copper mine or metal content in the ore production reached an estimated 32,600 metric tons (t), 113,400t of lead metal content and 806,800t of zinc metal content in 2013. The base metals are mainly found in states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh.

The 'Base Metals Mining in India to 2020' report comprehensively covers the country’s historical and forecast data on base metals (copper, zinc and lead) production, reserves, consumption and trade to 2020. The trade section provides information on export volumes to destination countries, as well as imports. The report also includes drivers and restraints affecting the industry, profiles of major base metal mining companies, information on the major active, planned and exploration projects and regulations governing the industry.

Scope

The report contains an overview of the Indian base metals (copper, lead and zinc) mining industry together with the key growth factors and restraints affecting the industry. Further, it provides information about reserves, production, prices, competitive landscape, major active, exploration and development projects and the mining fiscal regime of the country.

Reasons to Buy

To gain an understanding of the Indian base metals mining industry, the relevant drivers and restraining factors, reserves, historical and forecast production, consumption, trade and the fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

• In 2013, copper metal consumption reached an estimated 726,300t, lead metal consumption was 493,000t and zinc metal consumption was 603,900t.
• Exports accounted for a total of 25,053t for copper ores and concentrates and 121,522t for zinc ores and concentrates in the same year.
• Rajasthan is home to several copper deposits in its Khetri Copper Belt, located in Aravalli Range. The major deposits are Khetri, Kolihan, Banwas, Chandmari, Dholamala, Akwali and Murdapur-Pacheri.
• Rajasthan covers the major share for base metals such as lead deposits located in the Aravalli metallogenic.

Spanning over 57 pages, “Base Metals Mining in India to 2020” report covering the Executive Summary, Base Metals Mining in India, Copper Mining in India – Reserves, Production, Consumption and Trade, Lead Mining in India – Reserves, Production, Consumption and Trade, Zinc Mining in India – Reserves, Production, Consumption and Trade, Competitive Landscape, Fiscal Regime, Appendix. The report covered companies are - Hindustan Copper Limited, Hindustan Zinc Limited

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Argentina’s Mining Fiscal Regime - H1 2014, New Report Launched

The Ministry of Federal Planning, Public Investment and Services is the main central authority governing the country’s mining industry. The Department of Mining under the supervision of the Ministry of Federal Planning, Public Investment and Services is responsible for the development of the mineral policy of Argentina. The Mining Code is the main law regulating the country’s mining industry.

Argentine fiscal regime report covers the governing bodies, law, permit/license and tax-related information on four commodities: gold, silver, zinc and copper.

Scope

The report outlines Argentina’s governing bodies, governing laws, permit/license and key fiscal terms which includes Royalty, Corporate Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Presumptive Minimum Income Tax, Withholding Tax, Depreciation, Provincial Taxes, Loss Carry Forward and Value Added Tax, VAT.

Reasons to Buy

Gain an overview of Argentina's mining fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

• The Ministry of Federal Planning, Public Investment and Services (Ministerio de Planification Federal, Inversion Publica Y Servicios) is the central authority governing the mining sector in Argentina.
• Department of Mining under the Ministry of Federal Planning, Public Investment and Services is concerned with the mining affairs of the country.
• The Servicio Geológico Minero Argentino (SEGEMAR) is responsible for the production of information related to geology, mining, and environmental technology for the sustainable development of natural resources, and the application of this information for the prevention of geological hazards.
• The Mining Code establishes the rights, obligations and procedures concerned with the purchase, mining and operating activities of mineral resources.

Spanning over 14 pages, “Argentina’s Mining Fiscal Regime: H1 2014” report covering the Executive Summary, The Argentina Mining Industry – Governing Bodies, The Argentina Mining Industry – Governing Law, The Argentina Mining Industry – Permit/License, The Argentina Mining Industry – Key Fiscal Terms, Appendix.

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