In the short term, the Group intends to strengthen its commercial position in those regions where it is already present (particularly Russia and Algeria), while in the long term it aims to establish a significant presence in the remaining BRIC countries (Brazil, India and China).
Acimac’s 20th National Statistical Survey of the sector reveals double-figure growth. Total turnover was up by 26.2%. Exports performed strongly (+31.3%) and the Italian market also showed a recovery (+9.2%).
The Middle East is the largest market, accounting for 20.5% of total export turnover, followed by the European Union (16.8% of the total) and Others Asia (15.5%)
According to figures published by the national trade association’s Study Centre, the Italian ceramic machinery and equipment industry has achieved excellent turnover growth.
The 19th National Statistical Survey conducted by ACIMAC reveals an 8.6% recovery in turnover with respect to the disastrous figures for 2009. China, Taiwan and Hong Kong lead the export rankings
Market share and international reach remain unchanged. Europe continues to be the key market. Increase in export shares to China, Hong Kong and Taiwan (+29.9%).
The Italian ceramic and brick machinery industry resumed growth in the first quarter of 2010. However, the forecasts for the coming months remain extremely cautious.
Companies with turnovers below 5 million euro have been the worst affected.The forecasts for 2010 are extremely cautious. Slight recovery in exports expected
The 17th Statistical Survey conducted by Acimac has revealed a turnover of 1,825.5 million euro, 5.8% down on 2007. A further fall in turnover is expected.
