Global Metal Ore Market

Metal products refer to a type of product that has properties including a high melting point, high density and tensile strength, high light reflectivity, malleability, and ductility, as well as strong electrical and thermal conductivity, and is generally formed by processes including turning, drilling, milling, shaping, planing, broaching, and sawing. The main types of metal products are forged and stamped goods, cutlery and hand tools, architectural and structural metals, boiler, tank, and shipping container, hardware, spring and wire products, machine shops, turned product, and screw, nut, and bolt, coated, engraved, and heat-treated metal products, metal valves, and other fabricated metal products. The spring and wire refer to the metal products that are used in home bedding and seating. The metal types are aluminium, beryllium, bismuth, cadmium, cerium, chromium, cobalt, and other metal types. These are used in construction, manufacturing, and other end users. The metal products market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides metal products market statistics, including metal products industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a metal products market share, detailed metal products market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the metal products industry. This metal products market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global metal products market grew from $2632.6 billion in 2022 to $2851.45 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The metal products market is expected to grow to $3807.64 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.5%. The metal products market has benefitted from the rapid growth in the automotive industry during the historic period. For instance, steel, aluminium and magnesium are some of the metals commonly used in the automotive industry for manufacturing body panels, engines, transmissions and numerous other parts. For instance, according to the India brand equity foundation, automobiles production increased at 2.36% CAGR between FY20 with 26.36 million vehicles being manufactured in the country. The net domestic automobiles sales increased at 1.29% CAGR in FY20 with 21.55 million vehicles that have been sold. Therefore, the rise in demand for automobiles during this period positively impacted the metal products manufacturing market. Many developed and developing economies are considering imposing restrictions on free trade. Post-Brexit, trade restrictions between the UK and other European countries are likely to increase. The US government has repealed the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) that created a trilateral trade bloc in North America. These changes can widen the trade competition between countries and reverse the trend towards global free trade. This will affect the demand for metal products, restricting the growth of the market. Many metal products companies are using robotics and automation to improve plant efficiency and productivity. Sensors are being used in various machines to access invaluable data for improving efficiencies and reducing potential breakdowns. For instance, according to a report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), 1.2 million industrial robots are expected to be deployed by 2025, thus indicating a rise in automation and robotics technology adoption to improve productivity and reduce production costs. According to the KPMG report, 16% of executives of global metals companies have already invested in robotics for metal manufacturing, 31% of executives have set plans to possibly invest in robotics for new technology and opportunities, and 42% are willing to invest in robotics shortly. Additionally, the report states, 63% of the executives of metal manufacturing companies are considering investing in automation. Examples of companies offering industrial robots to metals companies include FANUC, KUKA, ABB, and Motoman. Major companies in the metal products market include Stanley Black & Decker Inc., Ball Corporation, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd., Parker-Hannifin Corporation, ArcelorMittal S.A, Assa Abloy AB, China International Marine Containers Group) Ltd., General Electric Company, and Procter & Gamble. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the metal products market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the metal products market. The regions covered in the metal products report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the metal products market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The metal products market consists of sales of bars, rods, bolts, pipe fittings, and automotive parts. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global metal products market is segmented - 1) By Type: Forged and Stamped Goods, Cutlery and Hand Tools, Architectural and Structural Metals, Boiler, Tank, and Shipping Container, Hardware, Spring and Wire Products, Machine Shops, Turned Product, and Screw, Nut, and Bolt, Coated, Engraved, and Heat Treated Metal Products, Metal Valves, Other Fabricated Metal Products 2) By Metal Type: Aluminum, Beryllium, Bismuth, Cadmium, Cerium, Chromium, Cobalt, Other Metal Types 3) By End User: Construction, Manufacturing, Other End Users Subsegments Covered: Iron and Steel Forged Goods, Nonferrous Forged Goods, Custom Roll Formed Goods, Powder Metallurgy Parts, Metal Crown, Closure, and Other Metal Stamped Goods, Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware, Saw Blade and Hand tool, Plate Work and Fabricated Structural Products, Ornamental and Architectural Metal Products, Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger, Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge), Metal Can, Box, and Other Metal Container (Light Gauge), Furniture Hardware, Motor Vehicle Hardware, Builder's Hardware, Other Hardware, Springs, Other Fabricated Wire Products, Machine Shops, Turned Product and Screw, Nut, and Bolt, Heat Treated Metal Products, Coated, Engraved Metal Products and Allied Services to Manufacturers, Electroplated, Plated, Polished, Anodized, and Colored Metal Products, Industrial Valves, Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting, Plumbing Fixture Fitting and Trim, Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting, Ball and Roller Bearing, Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting, All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products

Metal mining support activities are direct services or service-related activities offered while performing different operations for metal mining. The main types of metal mining support activities are metal mining drilling services, metal mining exploration services, metal mining draining services, and other metal mining support activities. Metal drilling services are drilling activities performed on a contract basis for various metal mining customers across a wide range of commodities. The various processes involved are underground and opencast. The different service providers include independent contractors and companies. The metal mining support activities market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides metal mining support activities market statistics, including metal mining support activities industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a metal mining support activities market share, detailed metal mining support activities market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the metal mining support activities industry. This metal mining support activities market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global metal mining support activities market grew from $158.86 billion in 2022 to $170.09 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The metal mining support activities market is expected to grow to $234.19 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.3%. Mining support companies are increasingly opting for 3D modeling technologies which reduce costs of discovery, improves prospecting, and facilitates focused exploration. A geological 3D modeling tool provides computerized illustrations of earth crust based on geological and geophysical observations made on earth surface and earth crust. It also provides detailed mapping and visualization of structural data of prospective mining zones and supports companies in resource estimation of mines, thus aiding the stakeholders to better interpret the data. This technology enhances discovery efficiency and improves exploration success rate. For instance, BRGM, a leading geological exploration based in France, carried out 3D geological modeling at Gardanne coal basin. Major companies in the metal mining support activities market include The Metallurgical Corp of China, Hochtief AG, NRW Holdings Limited, The Weir Group plc, Major Drilling Group International Inc., Aveng Limited, Boart Longyear Ltd., and Foraco International SA. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the metal mining support activities market in 2022. South America was the second largest region in the metal mining support activities market. The regions covered in the metal mining support activities market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the metal mining support activities market are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Ukraine, and Iran. The metal mining support activities (except site preparation and related construction activities) market consists of revenue earned by entities by offering supporting activities for mining and quarrying of metallic minerals and for extraction of metal ores. Exploration for these minerals is included in this market and it includes traditional prospecting methods, such as taking core samples and making geological observations at prospective sites (but not geophysical surveying and mapping services). The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global metal mining support activities market is segmented - 1) By Type: Metal Mining Drilling Services, Metal Mining Exploration Services, Metal Mining Draining Services, Other Metal Mining Support Activities 2) By Process: Underground, Opencast 3) By Service Provider Type: Independent Contractors, Companies

Metal refers to any of a group of materials that generate positive ions quickly and form metallic bonds with other anions, distinguished by a high melting point, high density and tensile strength, high light reflectivity, malleability, and ductility, as well as strong electrical and thermal conductivity and widely used in various areas such as heating for homes and offices, electricity, transportation fuel, and the production of plastics. The main types of metal are iron and steel mills and ferroalloy, processed nonferrous metal, processed alumina and aluminium, foundries, and steel products. The processed alumina and aluminium refer to the aluminium that is processed through metal casting. The metal types are aluminium, beryllium, bismuth, cadmium, cerium, chromium, cobalt, and other metal types. These are used in construction, manufacturing, and other end users. The metal market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides metal market statistics, including metal industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a metal market share, detailed metal market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the metal industry. This metal market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global metal market grew from $3940.17 billion in 2022 to $4230.27 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The metal market is expected to grow to $5464.83 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.6%. The global demand for copper is expected to increase during the forecast period, driving the metal manufacturing market. According to a report by Fitch Solutions, global copper demand is expected to increase to 29 .8 million tons by 2027, with an annual growth rate of 2.6%. Significant growth in demand for copper is expected to come from electric vehicles, appliances, air conditioners, refrigerators and other electrical and electronics products. For instance, electric vehicles require approximately 130 lb. of additional copper, compared to vehicles with an internal combustion engine. Additional demand for 600,000 tons of copper by 2027 is expected to come from electric vehicles, thereby driving the market going forward. Geopolitical tensions are expected to hurt the metal manufacturing market during the forecast period. Repercussions of geopolitical tensions include sanctions on Russia, trade protectionism and heightened military tensions in the Middle East. Sanction on Russia was related to the violation of the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991. For instance, Brexit is likely to lead to more trade restrictions between the UK and other countries in Europe. The US is also implementing several trade restrictions, especially with China, to boost its local production. For instance, the US imposed tariffs on $550 billion worth of Chinese goods including metals and metal products as of January 2020. Continued violence and terrorism in the Middle East and other parts globally are also expected to hurt the market. Automated manufacturing systems are gaining popularity as they enhance manufacturing productivity and reduce operating costs. Automation systems refer to a machine, tool, or technology such as robotics and AI that helps to reduce human intervention and improve safety in metal manufacturing processes such as processing, assembling, and material handling. This allows metal manufacturing companies to increase efficiency and production, improve safety on the manufacturing floor, enhance product quality, perform complex and varied tasks, enhance process stability, provide flexibility to produce products, and eliminate routine manual tasks. For instance, in November 2021, ABB Limited, a Switzerland-based manufacturing technology company, launched a smart factory solution. The new system is exceptional because it provides powerful real-time ladle tracking in addition to automated crane scheduling, a predictive thermal modeling engine, and other features. The tracking engine continuously monitors the movement of ladles using cranes and transfer carriages. In comparison to radio-frequency identification (RFID) solutions, radar and laser positioning technologies offer precise vision while requiring less hardware and maintenance. Job forecasting, route planning, and automatic job acknowledgment are all part of the automated crane scheduling process. Major companies in the metal market include POSCO, Baoshan Iron & Steel Co.Ltd., ArcelorMittal S.A., Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation, Jiangxi Copper Company, JFE Holdings Inc., Glencore International, Hyundai Steel Company, Nucor Corp, and TATA Steel Group. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the metal market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the metal market. The regions covered in the metal report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the metal market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The metal market consists of sales of ferrous, non-ferrous, and alloys of metals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The metal market consists of sales of ferrous, non-ferrous, and alloys of metals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global metal market is segmented - 1) By Type: Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy, Processed Nonferrous Metal, Processed Alumina and Aluminum, Foundries, Steel Products 2) By Metal Type: Aluminum, Beryllium, Bismuth, Cadmium, Cerium, Chromium, Cobalt, Other Metal Types 3) By End User: Construction, Manufacturing, Other End Users Subsegments Covered: Crude Steel, Pig Iron, Ferroalloys, Smelted and Refined Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum), Rolled, Extruded and Alloyed Copper, Rolled and Extruded Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum), Secondary Smelted, Refined and Alloyed Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum), Aluminum Products From Purchased Aluminum, Secondary Smelted and Alloyed Aluminum, Refined Alumina and Primary Aluminum Production, Ferrous Metal Foundries, Nonferrous Metal Foundries, Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube, Rolled and Drawn Steel

Metal valves refer to a type of instrument that is adaptable, strong, and reliable, consisting of metal, and that is designed to regulate, direct, and control the flow of liquids, gases, and slurries from containers to the point of application in industries to provide a measured amount of raw material. The main types of metal valve are industrial valves, fluid power valves, and hose fitting, plumbing fixture fitting and trim, and other types. Industrial valves are devices that are used for regulating liquids, gases, and slurries. The flow of liquids or gases is controlled using these valves. This is done through pipes and other passageways by opening, closing, and partially obstructing the passageway or pipe. The products used are pressure-reducing valves, safety/relief valves, control valves, globe valves, plug valves, gate valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, diaphragm valves, and other products. The various end-user industries involved are chemicals, marine, construction, mining, oil & gas, and other end-user industries. The global metal valves market grew from $273.53 billion in 2022 to $293.86 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The metal valves market is expected to grow to $381.84 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.8%. Companies in this market have moved towards metal additive manufacturing due to increased consumer demand for lightweight, faster, and fuel-efficient automobiles that in turn drive the market for metal valves. There is a growing demand in countries such as Germany, Japan, China, and India. Increased investments towards metal additive manufacturing technology have led to process improvements and a fall in production costs. Major players in the metal valve market are Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Emerson Electric Co, IMI plc, Atlas Copco AB, The Flowserve Corporation, The Crane Company, KITZ Corporation, Metso Oyj, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., and Globe Union Industrial Corp. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the metal valve market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the metal valve market. The regions covered in the metal valve report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the metal valve market are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The metal valve market consists of sales of air valves, liquid supply valves, and slurry valves. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global metal valve market is segmented - 1) By Type: Industrial Valve, Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting, Plumbing Fixture Fitting and Trim, Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting 2) By Product: Pressure Reducing Valves, Safety/Relief Valves, Control Valves, Globe Valves, Plug Valves, Gate Valves, Ball Valves, Butterfly Valves, Diaphragm Valves, Other Products 3) By End User Industry: Chemicals, Marine, Construction, Mining, Oil and Gas, Other End User Industries

Metal and mineral refer to solid, naturally occurring inorganic materials that make up the crust of the earth and are smelted from ore, pigs, or scrap using electrometallurgical techniques and inorganic, solid, naturally occurring compounds with properties such as tenacity, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity, lustre, colour, and hardness. The main types of metal and mining are mineral, metal, and metal products. Metal products refer to the finished products that are made out of metals. These are used for chemicals manufacturing, metallurgy, electrical grid infrastructure, electronics, glass products, vehicles, and other applications that are used By End Users such as construction, manufacturing, and Other End Users. The metal and mineral market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides metal and mineral market statistics, including metal and mineral industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a metal and mineral market share, detailed metal and mineral market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the metal and mineral industry. This metal and mineral market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global metal and mineral market grew from $7540.84 billion in 2022 to $8126.27 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The metal and mineral market is expected to grow to $10650.94 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.0%. Rapid advances in wireless technology and miniaturization (which refers to designing smaller components for equipment) are expected to drive innovation in metal and mineral manufacturing, thus driving the market during the forecast period. Furthermore, technologies such as 3D printing, artificial intelligence and big data analytics are being used during the manufacturing process, resulting in higher productivity, lower operating costs and higher margins. For instance, according to a report by Accenture, the manufacturing sector will witness the highest annual gross value added (GVA) growth rate of 4.4% due to artificial intelligence by 2035. The report also states that artificial intelligence has the potential to increase profitability by an average of 38% by 2035. Lower operating costs lead to higher margins, this allows companies to expand production and increase product portfolio, thus driving the metal and mineral manufacturing market going forward. The outbreak of COVID-19 disease (COVID-19) has acted as a massive restraint on the metal and mineral manufacturing market in 2020 as supply chains were disrupted due to trade restrictions and consumption declined due to lockdowns imposed by governments globally. COVID-19 is an infectious disease with flu-like symptoms including fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing. The virus was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, the Hubei province of the People’s Republic of China and spread globally including Western Europe, North America and Asia. Manufacturers depend heavily on the supply of raw materials from domestic and international suppliers. As many governments restricted the movement of goods across countries and locally, manufacturers had to halt production due to a lack of raw materials. The outbreak has hurt businesses throughout 2020 and into 2021. However, it is expected that the metal and mineral manufacturing market will recover from the shock across the forecast period as it is a 'black swan' event and not related to ongoing or fundamental weaknesses in the market or the global economy. Many metal and mineral manufacturing companies are using robotics and automation to improve plant efficiency and productivity. Sensors are being used in various machines to access invaluable data for improving efficiencies and reducing potential breakdowns. For instance, according to a report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), 1.2 million industrial robots are expected to be deployed by 2025, thus indicating a rise in automation and robotics technology adoption to improve productivity and reduce production costs. According to the KPMG report, 16% of executives of global metals companies have already invested in robotics for metal manufacturing, 31% of executives have set plans to possibly invest in robotics for new technology and opportunities, and 42% are willing to invest in robotics shortly. Additionally, the report states, 63% of the executives of metal manufacturing companies are considering investing in automation. Examples of companies offering industrial robots to metals companies include FANUC, KUKA, ABB, and Motoman Major companies in the metal and mineral market are ArcelorMittal S.A, POSCO, Baoshan Iron & Steel Co. Ltd., Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation, China National Building Material Group Co. Ltd., Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A, Jiangxi Copper Company, Votorantim S.A, JFE Holdings Inc., and LafargeHolcim Ltd. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the metal and mineral market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the metal and mineral market. The regions covered in the metal and mineral report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the metal and mineral market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The metal and mineral market consists of sales of metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global metal and mineral market is segmented - 1) By Type: Mineral, Metal, Metal Products 2) By Application: Chemicals Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Electrical Grid Infrastructure, Electronics, Glass Products, Vehicles, Other Applications 3) By End User: Construction, Manufacturing, Other End Users Subsegments Covered: Cement and Concrete Products, Glass and Glass Products, Other Non-Metallic Mineral Products, Clay Products and Refractories, Lime and Gypsum Products, Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy, Processed Nonferrous Metal, Processed Alumina and Aluminum, Foundries, Steel Products, Forged and Stamped Goods, Cutlery and Hand Tools, Architectural and Structural Metals, Boiler, Tank, and Shipping Container, Hardware, Spring and Wire Products, Machine Shops, Turned Product and Screw, Nut, and Bolt, Coated, Engraved, and Heat Treated Metal Products, Metal Valves, Other Fabricated Metal Products,

Metal Matrix Composite Market Definition

The metal matrix composite market consists of sales metal matrix composites by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that manufacture metal matrix composite materials. Metal matrix composites (MMCs) is a composite material made up of two constituent parts, of which at least one is metal and other material may be a different metal or another material. MMCs are a class of materials (metals, alloys, or intermetallic compounds) that have been reinforced with particles, whiskers, or continuous fibers. MMCs can be excellent substitutes to conventional materials owing to their hardness, specific strengths, and creep resistance. Metal matrix composites are composed of a metallic matrix (such as magnesium, cobalt, aluminum, or copper) with a dispersed phase distributed through. MMCs combine the properties of two different materials to produce a material with superior mechanical properties. Based on metallic matrix configurations, metal matrix composites are classified into different categories such as aluminum-based composites, magnesium-based composites, titanium-based composites, copper-based composites, and super alloy-based composites.

Processed nonferrous metals refer to types of alloys or metals without a significant proportion of iron that are primarily engaged in smelting ores into nonferrous metals and/or the primary refining of nonferrous metals (except aluminum) by electrolytic methods or other processes and used in manufacturing of light weight and malleable products. The main types of processed nonferrous metal are smelted and refined nonferrous metal (except aluminium), rolled, extruded and alloyed copper, rolled and extruded nonferrous metal (except copper and aluminium), secondary smelted, refined and alloyed nonferrous metal (except copper and aluminium). Rolled processed non-ferrous metal refers to the metal that is rolled at certain temperatures and involves metal casting. The different process types include smelting and refining, rolling, drawing, extruding, alloying, and other process types and are used in automotive, electronic power, construction, and other end users. The processed nonferrous metal market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides processed nonferrous metal market statistics, including processed nonferrous metal industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a processed nonferrous metal market share, detailed processed nonferrous metal market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the processed nonferrous metal industry. This processed nonferrous metal market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global processed nonferrous metal market grew from $1460.83 billion in 2022 to $1542.1 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The processed nonferrous metal market is expected to grow to $1861.73 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 4.8%. Rapidly growing urban populations are expected to drive the demand for non-ferrous metal products in the forecast period. A large number of people living in rural areas are migrating to urban areas in search of a better life. This is expected to increase the need for housing and infrastructure. Infrastructure demand is expected to increase significantly in Asian countries such as China, India, Vietnam, and the Philippines. According to the World Urbanization Prospects Report by the United Nations, 55% of the world’s population lived in urban areas, and the rate is expected to rise to 68% by 2050. According to the World Bank, the urban population in South Asia is expected to grow to 250 million by 2030. The launch of new products and market growth are expected to affect the supply chain operations of the nonferrous metal production and processing market, during the forecast period. A major limitation is uncertainty over raw material suppliers’ ability to meet market demand. Going forward, long delays and unproductive downtime in manufacturing facilities due to a lack of supply chain visibility will continue to be a key challenge for metal and mineral manufacturers. According to a KPMG survey, only 17% of companies have ‘complete visibility of their suppliers. Poor supply will result in an inability to meet market demand and will restrain the industry’s growth. Additive manufacturing (AM) is being widely used for manufacturing a wide range of metal products. The transition of additive manufacturing from a product development tool to a production tool has been quick. Increased investment in metal AM technology is further leading to process improvements, lower productions costs in allied manufacturing industries. For instance, the global metal additive manufacturing market reached a CAGR of over 24% in 2020. Major companies in the processed nonferrous metal products market include Jiangxi Copper Company, Freeport-McMoRan Inc., JXTG Holdings Inc., Grupo Mexico S.A.B. de C.V, Toyota Tsusho, MMC Norilsk Nickel PJSCm, Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, Glencore International, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd., and ThyssenKrupp AG. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the processed nonferrous metal market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the processed nonferrous metal market. The regions covered in the processed nonferrous metal report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries in the processed nonferrous metal products market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The processed nonferrous metal market consists of sales of lithium, copper, lead, tin, titanium, and zinc. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global processed nonferrous metal market is segmented - 1) By Type: Smelted and Refined Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum), Rolled, Extruded and Alloyed Copper, Rolled and Extruded Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum), Secondary Smelted, Refined and Alloyed Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) 2) By Process Type: Smelting and Refining, Rolling, Drawing, Extruding, Alloying, Other Process Types 3) By End User Industry: Automotive, Electronic Power, Construction, Other End User Industries

The nonferrous metal production and processing market consist of sales of nonferrous metals by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) primarily engaged in smelting ores into nonferrous metals and/or the primary refining of nonferrous metals (except aluminium) by electrolytic methods or other processes. The main types of nonferrous metal production and processing are nonferrous metal (except aluminium) smelting and refining, copper rolling, drawing, extruding, and alloying, nonferrous metal (except copper and aluminium) rolling, drawing, and extruding, secondary smelting, refining, and alloying of nonferrous metal (except copper and aluminium). Secondary smelting will utilize secondary resources to convert or recover lead metal. The process types are smelting and refining, rolling, drawing, extruding, alloying, and other process types. The various end-user industries are automotive, electronic power, construction, and other end-user industries. The global nonferrous metal production and processing market is expected to grow from $1,062.28 billion in 2021 to $1,187.55 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The nonferrous metal production and processing market is expected to grow to $1,494.97 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 5.9%. Global metals companies are adopting and implementing IoT technology to improve their efficiencies and drive productivity. IoT connects people, machines, and services enabling the flow of information and real-time decisions. IoT technology offers benefits such as increased asset uptime, efficient predictive maintenance and faster processing and delivery time. According to KPMG, 72% of executives of global metals companies are willing to invest in IoT technologies. The growing adoption of IoT technology by global metals companies is expected to drive the productivity and growth of the nonferrous metal production and processing market. Major players in the nonferrous metal production and processing market are Aluminum Corp. of China Ltd, Vale S.A, Rio Tinto plc, Anglo American plc, and BHP Billiton plc. Asia Pacific was the largest region in the nonferrous metal production and processing market in 2021. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the nonferrous metal production and processing market. The regions covered in the nonferrous metal production and processing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the nonferrous metal production and processing market are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The global nonferrous metal production and processing market is segmented - 1) By Type: Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum) Smelting and Refining, Copper Rolling, Drawing, Extruding, and Alloying, Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) Rolling, Drawing, and Extruding, Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) 2) By Process Type: Smelting and Refining, Rolling, Drawing, Extruding, Alloying, Others 3) By End-User Industry: Automotive, Electronic Power, Construction, Others