A recent, in depth study of the UK Conservatory Market confirms, with detailed statistical analysis, the surging growth most companies have been experiencing. The report, by industry researchers Michael Rigby Associates, is described by Alan Fielder, Sales & Marketing Director of Wendland Roof Solutions as 'probably the most important, detailed and comprehensive report ever produced for our industry. No company making its way in this exciting and dynamic sector can afford to be without it'.
The conservatory market is not only fast growing – it expanded 15% in 2002 - but with 289,000 conservatories worth just under £2.2bn in 2002 excluding bases and brickwork it's a bigger market than some published reports suggest. The market increased a further 15% in 2003 and is expected to grow by 12% this year. Although growth is expected to slow in 2005 market prospects are excellent with just 15% market penetration so far, and much to go for.

Over twice as many home owners aged under 35 bought a PVC conservatory in 2002 compared with 1998. Lighting continues to be the most commonly installed accessory in conservatories, while 84% of conservatories were fitted with French doors. The report goes into detail on sizes, styles and prices of building, type of accessories, use of glass and size and type of polycarbonate. It even includes who installed and invoiced for the bases.

Where the report really scores is in its profiles of the major players, with their market shares, and discussion of the issues, and distribution channels with 14 detailed charts tracking the many different routes to market by volume and value.

'Michael Rigby Associates have again exceeded expectations with the UK Conservatory Report for 2003,' comments Iain McInnes, Marketing Director of K2 Conservatory Roof Systems. 'Insight and structured thinking has resulted in a comprehensive and effective piece of research - a benchmark for decision makers in the conservatory and respective complementary markets.'

The UK Conservatory Report 2003 with forecasts to 2007 is published in two volumes. It has 128 pages, 57 tables and 61 charts and is available at £3,995 plus VAT. Call Lucia Di Stazio on 01453 521621.

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Glass Age