A slowing growth rate is among the predictions of the second edition of the UK Doors & Windows Fabricators Market Report, published by AMA Research. The report presents a comprehensive and up-to-date review, looking in detail at the industry trends to date, as well as future opportunities and threats. The report is described as an invaluable aid to industry sales and marketing professionals.

AMA estimates that the windows and doors fabrication market grew by three per cent in 2003 to around £2.8 million, trade prices. The residential windows and doors markets – with estimated shares by value of 27% and 7% respectively – have been almost static during the last few years, says AMA, although volumes are of course relatively steady.

As expected, conservatories continue to offer good prospects in the domestic sector, and low market penetration levels coupled with high desirability means rising interest rates won’t dent this sector significantly.

Offering some consolation after the static market forecast, AMA notes the tremendous scope for rationalisation in many sectors of windows and doors, including retail glazing, where the leading seven suppliers only have a combined share of around 30%, led by Anglian.

The report analyses overall market and product market sizes and trends; market structure and key companies in the systems and contracting sectors, including extensive coverage of overseas-based facade glazing and atrium roofing contractors.

This 126-page report is available now, priced £565. AMA Research, tel. 01242 235724

www.amaresearch.co.uk

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Glass Age