The global glass fiber textile industry experienced significant growth in 2011 and is expected to continue that trend, reaching approximately $4 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 7 % over the next five years.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/17/2012 -- The global wireline telecommunication services market is expected to witness moderate growth over the forecast period of 2012-2017 and reach an estimated US $673 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 2.2% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global wireline services industry and presents its findings in "Global Wireline Telecommunication Services Industry 2012-2017: Market Trend, Profit and Forecast Analysis."

The wireline telecommunication industry consists of voice telephony and other non-voice information transmission using fixed lines rather than wireless systems. The services and products include voice, broadband video and data and network access. The industry is consolidated both in terms of key players and suppliers. The European region currently dominates this market.

The wireline telecommunication services market witnessed slow growth during the last five years due to reduced usage and consumers' switchover to alternate technologies, such as wireless and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). The Asia Pacific (APAC) region grew the fastest during the last five years, followed by Rest of the World (ROW) and North America. Advanced digital modulation technologies and fiber extensions to support next-generation data and video services were growth drivers. APAC is expected to witness strong subscriber growth due to increasing numbers of subscribers in China and India.

Declining demand for telephone lines and wireless technology are some of the challenges facing the industry. Technological improvements and liberalization of the international wireline telecommunications services and IP technology are likely to boost the wireline telecommunication industry.

Lucintel's study provides an overview of the global wireline telecommunication services market. The report tracks two market segment for four regions; thus, it tracks eight segments of the global wireline telecommunication services market. The report is limited to wireline telecommunication services including landline, other information transmission through fixed lines including local and long-distance voice, switched access, IP, and Internet access. The scope of this study is limited to annual trends for the last five years (2006-2011) and forecasts for the next five years (2012-2017).

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The Global Non-Life Insurance industry witnessed moderate growth during 2006-2011 and the growth momentum is expected to continue, reaching an estimated US $2,500 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 4.2% over the next five years (2012-2017).

Las Colinas, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/20/2012 -- The Global Oil and Gas Field Equipment and Services industry has experienced significant growth over the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching approximately US $613 billion by 2017 with a CAGR of 6.9% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and Market Research Company, has analyzed the global oil and gas field equipment and services market and presents its findings in "Global Oil & Gas Field Equipment and Services Industry 2012-2017: Trend, Profit and Forecast Analysis."

The Oil and Gas Field Equipment and Services industry consists of sales of equipment and services used in crude oil and natural gas extraction. The industry is highly fragmented in terms of suppliers and buyers; it highly depends on the upstream business of the oil and gas companies.

Political instability in many oil-producing regions, government mandates, and environmental regulations are some of the challenges facing the industry. Increasing demand and stronger pricing for pressure pumping services, however, are expected to drive the market. Discovery of new resources in addition to ongoing exploration and production activity are expected to boost the market. The APAC region is forecast to have the highest growth during next five years. Robust demand for oilfield services in North American unconventional oil and gas shale is expected to lead the industry.

This study provides an overview of the Global Oil & Gas Field Equipment and Services industry. The Market Research Reports tracks five industry segments for four regions; thus, it tracks 20 segments of the Global Oil & Gas Field Equipment and Services industry. The industry includes the sale of equipment, evaluation, contract drilling and well completion and production services related to the extraction of oil and gas. The scope of this study is limited to annual trends for past five years and forecasts for next five years 2012-2017. It also identifies the high growth areas and markets for the future business expansion and market expansion.

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Las Colinas, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/18/2012 -- The Global Non-Life Insurance industry witnessed moderate growth during 2006-2011 and the growth momentum is expected to continue, reaching an estimated US $2,500 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 4.2% over the next five years (2012-2017).

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the Global Non-Life Insurance industry and presents its findings in "Global Non-Life Insurance Industry 2012-2017: Trend, Profit, and Forecast Analysis."

The Non-Life Insurance industry consists of establishments that are primarily engaged in pooling of risk by underwriting insurance and insurance policies that protect policyholders against losses that may occur as a result of property damage and liability. The industry is highly fragmented, and a combination of factors such as demographic condition, interest rate fluctuation, increasing catastrophic events, and government regulations are seen to impact the industry dynamics significantly. The sovereign crisis in Europe is also anticipated to have an impact on market growth.

Lucintel's research indicates that rapid industrialization and increasing trade volume is anticipated to encourage the demand of non-life products such as marine insurance, insurance for catastrophic losses, and insurance for fixed assets. Increasing per capita income in emerging economies such as China, India, Mexico, and South Africa is expected to encourage people to purchase vehicles and build homes, creating opportunities for non-life insurance. Although low interest rates and sluggish cash flows erode growth, the industry is expected to overcome the challenge with increasing use of advanced analytics to reduce fraudulent claims and social media channels to increase market penetration.

This study provides an overview of the Global Life Insurance industry. The report tracks only the non-life segment for four regions of the Global Insurance industry. The scope of this study is limited to annual trends for past five years and forecasts for next six years. This report includes gross premium for non-life insurance as market size. Commission and brokerage received by insurance agents for selling insurance policies is outside the scope of this report.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/16/2012 -- The Global Athletic Footwear Retail industry has experienced good growth during the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum over the next five years. The London Olympic Games in 2012, the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil are expected to drive the industry to an estimated US $51 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 5% during 2012–2017.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the Global Athletic Footwear Retail industry and presents its findings in "Global Athletic Footwear Retail Industry Analysis 2012–2017: Market Trends, Profit and Forecast Analysis."

The Athletic Footwear Retail industry comprises establishments that are primarily engaged in the manufacturing and retailing of footwear for sports and athletic pursuits that include personal training, outdoor activities, lifestyle, soccer, baseball and softball, fitness, ski and snowboard, and other sports/casual footwear.

The Asia Pacific and Rest of World regions are forecast to witness the highest growth in the industry during the next five years (2012–2017). Rising income levels in the lower-tier cities of the emerging Asian countries are among the factors likely to boost the sporting footwear market.

Market sensitivity to seasonal conditions and frequent changes in consumer taste and preference are some of the challenges facing the industry. An increasing number of sports events, population growth, changing lifestyles in emerging economies, and growing health and fitness awareness, however, are likely to drive growth during the forecast period. Lucintel's research indicates that the lightweight running, training, and outdoor categories are anticipated to drive the sports footwear market.

This study provides a concise overview of the Global Athletic Footwear Retail industry, tracking four regions in the global market. The scope of this study is limited to annual trends for the past five years and forecasts for the next six years. This report also addresses sports lifestyle products and footwear manufacturers that are also retailers. This report addresses only the Athletic Footwear segment within the Global Retail Sporting Goods industry.

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Lucintel’s Analysis of the Global Banking Industry:Banking Assets to Reach US $163,058 Billion in 2017

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2012 -- Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global banking industry and presents its findings in "Global Banking Industry Analysis 2012-2017: Industry Trend, Profit and Forecast Analysis."

This industry comprisesbusinesses such as retail banking, corporate and investment banking, and asset and wealth management.The retail banking segment registered significant growth during 2006-2011 and has excellent potential to grow rapidlyduring the forecast period.Europe dominatesthe global banking industrywith 43% of total market share. The Asia Pacific banking industry, however, grew much faster than both the European and North American regions during 2006-2011. Asia Pacific continues to possess huge opportunity for industry growth.Rising per capita income in the region is expected to drive consumer savings and investment in banking sector. The massive unbanked population in India and China offers immense opportunity for banking companies. The North American banking industry is anticipated to grow modestly in the near term. The Rest of World'sindustry growth trajectory offers opportunity for companies to expand their business in those nations.

Europe's debt crisis and the large government budget deficit in the US are expected to reduce government spending, resulting in sluggish short-term economic growth in both regions.Rising middle class populationsand escalating household incomes in emerging markets providesubstantial opportunity for global banks. Rapid technological advances are leading to dramatic shifts in the banking industry as the processing cost per transaction is approaching zero while simultaneously improving efficiency. These advantages are likely to increase trading volumes at the institutional level.

Lucintel's research indicates that despite the combination of margin pressure, sluggish growth in new assets and decline in fee income, retail banking revenue would remain relatively more stable. People will always need basic banking services and the retail segment is traditionally less volatile then corporate and investment banking segment.

This study provides a concise overview of the global banking industry. The report tracks three industry segments for four regions; thus, it tracks 12 segments of the global banking industry. The study's scope is limited to annual trends for the past five years and forecasts for the next six years, helping executives plan for their inventory and resources. This report includes fee income earned by banks from bancassurance, but excludes the premium income from insurance.

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Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and Market Research Company, has analyzed the global biodiesel market and presents its findings in “Growth Opportunities in the Global Biodiesel Market 2012–2017: Trends, Forecasts, and Market Share Analysis.”

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/29/2012 -- The global biodiesel market has witnessed unprecedented growth over the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching approximately US $64 billion by 2017 with a CAGR of 19% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and Market Research Company, has analyzed the global biodiesel market and presents its findings in "Growth Opportunities in the Global Biodiesel Market 2012–2017: Trends, Forecasts, and Market Share Analysis."

The biodiesel market, which initially was driven by European Union (EU), has now spread to other regions of the world. The Rest of the World (ROW) and Asia Pacific (APAC) are expected to experience tremendous growth in biodiesel supply and demand by 2017, driven primarily by public policy support. The use of biodiesel in the transportation sector is gaining traction where nontoxic properties, biodegradability, lower emissions, and other performance benefits are critical. Nevertheless, high cost continues to be a restricting factor for higher penetration in the automotive market.

Lucintel's research outlines that, despite the controversies surrounding biofuel such as sustainability and food versus fuel, biofuel supply and demand is projected to grow over the forecast timeframe. Ethanol is projected to occupy major percentage of the total biofuel production while biodiesel is expected to more than double in demand from 2011 levels.

APAC is expected to enjoy the highest growth rate in biodiesel production, while EU is expected to have the highest revenue value in the annual biodiesel market in 2017. Industry experts consider APAC a potential growth market because of countries with large populations and burgeoning automotive markets. Lucintel's analysis on the competitive landscape and industry fundamentals indicates that the market is likely to remain profitable over the next five years.

The report, which provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2012–2017, details drivers and challenges, industry background and characteristics, and makes an elaborate analysis of the biodiesel market, while also describing growth opportunities and emerging trends in the biodiesel market.

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According to Lucintel’s report “Future Material Needs for the Global Wind Energy Market: 2011–2016” Over the last five years, the global wind composites material market has experienced rapid growth. This market is expected to continue its growth trajectory, as it reaches US $5.5 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 16% from 2011 through 2016.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/27/2012 -- Over the last five years, the global wind composites material market has experienced rapid growth. This market is expected to continue its growth trajectory, as it reaches US $5.5 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 16% from 2011 through 2016.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed future material needs for the wind energy market and presents its findings in "Future Material Needs for the Global Wind Energy Market: 2011–2016" This report considers various composites used in the wind energy industry such as fiber reinforcements, formulated resins, and core materials. It does not include non-composite materials such as steel.

The thriving wind industry is a key driver for growth in new materials for wind energy applications due to strong demand for new blades and increased consumption of wind blade raw materials. Increasing blade lengths are expected to generate greater demand for new materials to achieve better mechanical properties and lower blade weights. Hybrid carbon-glass fiber reinforcements are expected to be the popular choice for wind blade manufacturers until a competing material at a lower cost is developed.

Lucintel anticipates strong growth for the material market over the forecast period. Glass fiber is expected to remain the largest market, followed by epoxy. Other material markets such as coatings are expected to fare well. Carbon fibers are likely to remain the smallest market, but its growth opportunities remain promising because of its light weight and other advantageous material properties for wind energy applications.

China is likely to be the largest wind market, while markets in Spain, the UK, and France are expected to grow with large turbines being built for offshore wind farms along the western and northern European coastline.

The report, which provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2011–2016, details industry drivers and challenges and the use of different composites, resin, reinforcement, and core materials in wind applications. It also describes wind blade manufacturing processes and more.

This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify the new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and is likely to significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today's stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep you ahead in your business.

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According to Lucintel’s report “Regional Benchmarking of Crude Oil Industry 2011-2020: BRIC Countries and US” Brazil, Russia, India, and China (BRIC) play crucial roles in global economic development, climate change, and primary energy usage.

Carrollton, TX-- (SBWIRE) -- 01/13/2012 -- Brazil, Russia, India, and China (BRIC) play crucial roles in global economic development, climate change, and primary energy usage. Strong economic growth and low per capita energy consumption boosts these nations' use of primary energy. The BRIC countries are gradually increasing their share in global oil consumption, which rose from 15% to 21% during 2000 to 2010. Although evolving hybrid and electric vehicles pose some challenge to the crude oil industry, oil consumption of BRIC and the US is expected to reach US $1,955.5 Billion by 2020.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzes the crude oil industry and presents its findings in its report, "Regional Benchmarking of Crude Oil Industry 2011–2020: BRIC Countries and US,".

Lucintel's research indicates that, by 2020, US oil consumption is expected to reach a value of US $850 Billion in 2020. Despite of innovative strategies to check oil consumption and boost bio fuels in transportation, the US is expected to remain the world's largest oil consumer.

Brazil's oil consumption is estimated to grow at a CAGR of approximately 2% from 2010–2020 because of expected development in infrastructure and transportation systems. Russian oil consumption is anticipated to increase with a CAGR of more than 1% because of rising demand for gasoline and diesel in the automobile sector. India's and China's oil consumption is estimated to grow with CAGR of approximately 11% and 9% respectively during 2010–2020. Growing middle class demand for private automobiles is expected to escalate oil consumption. Lucintel's study indicates Brazil is emerging as a promising destination for investment in crude oil exploration and related segments in the BRIC countries.

Lucintel's research report provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2000–2020; details the industry's drivers and challenges: production; consumption; and demand and supply scenarios of the crude oil industry. The report also examines BRIC's resource potential and the competitive advantages of BRIC and the US through Porter's Five Forces and diamond analysis.

This unique report from Lucintel will provide you with valuable information like Composite Materials, Market Research Report , insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report will save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and will significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today's stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to make business, investment, and strategic decisions; you need timely, useful information. This market report fulfills this core need and is an indispensable reference guide for multinational materials suppliers, product manufacturers, investors, executives, distributors, and many more that operate in this market.

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Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global smart grid market and presents its findings in “Growth Opportunities in the Global Smart Grid Market 2011-2016

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2011 -- The global smart grid market has experienced double-digit growth rates over the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching approximately US $57 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 13% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global smart grid market and presents its findings in "Growth Opportunities in the Global Smart Grid Market 2011-2016: Trends, Forecast, and Regional Analysis."

Lucintel's research indicates that growth in renewable energy generation sources and their integration into a common grid is one of the major drivers in the smart grid market. The high cost of installing smart grid components such as smart meters and sensors, and the maintenance and monitoring expenses of smart grid technology are challenging factors. Rising costs of electricity generation, government incentives to promote green energy, distribution of smart meters, and development in transmission facilities to provide energy to remote areas, however, are boosting the smart grid market.

During 2011-2016, the communication solutions segment is expected to grow at a higher rate as compared to other segments while the test and monitoring solutions segment is expected to grow at a slower pace. The smart grid infrastructure segment is likely to have the highest market size.

As per the study, the growth rate is expected to be the highest in Asia Pacific because of higher cumulative investments in the countries of that region. North America is expected to grow more than Europe because of higher potential in NA to install renewable energy sources with low customer penetration at present. Growth rate in ROW region is expected to be the lowest because of comparatively low energy demand and customer penetration.

Lucintel's Industry Research Report trend scenarios and forecast statistics 2011-2016; details the industry's drivers and challenges; analyzes smart grid market by regions, domains, and components; and also describes emerging trends and new opportunities in global smart grid market; smart grid market manufacturers' profiles, and more.

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Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzed the emerging carbon fiber applications market and presents its findings in the report, “Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications: 2011–2016.”

Las Colinas, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/08/2011 -- The carbon fiber industry has proved itself through high performance, light weight, and excellent strength characteristics. In calendar year 2010, global carbon fiber shipments reached 81 million pounds with a value of US $1.3 billion. This market is expected to grow to $2.8 billion in 2016 with a 12.4% CAGR during 2011–2016. Carbon fiber products, such as wind turbine blades, aircraft components, and golf shafts had a 2010 market value estimated at $11 billion.

Demand for carbon fiber has grown steadily over its 40-year history. Although the composites marketplace has many facets, carbon fiber applications continue to accelerate as industries – from aerospace to renewable energy – adopt this versatile material.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzed the emerging carbon fiber applications market and presents its findings in the report, "Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications: 2011–2016."

Applications for carbon fibers continue to increase. Until 2000, aerospace, industrial, and sporting goods applications drove carbon fiber usage. Carbon fiber demand driven by new commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and A350; weight reductions in automobiles for greater performance and fuel efficiency; growing use of carbon fiber in wind energy, offshore oil and gas development, and emerging applications will power growth during the next five years and beyond.

To understand the critical factors driving carbon fiber demand in the emerging applications, this study has undertaken in-depth market research and analysis to identify and forecast the top emerging applications. Lucintel's research indicates the industries that will see emerging applications with significant growth potential include:

1. Automotive

2. Wind energy

3. Commercial aerospace

4. Military and defense

5. Oil and gas

6. Compounding

Lucintel sees carbon fiber cost and availability as the two greatest industry challenges. The report provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2011–2016; details industry drivers and challenges; and outlines emerging carbon fiber applications, including nuclear centrifuge rotor tubes, consumer electronics, offshore oil and gas applications, wind energy, automotive, high-pressure tanks, fuel cells, medical/biomedical, commercial aerospace, and more.

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According to Lucintel’s report the “Natural Fiber Composites Market Trend and Forecast 2011–2016: Trend, Forecast and Opportunity Analysis” in 2010, total global natural fiber composite materials market shipments topped 430.7 million pounds with a value of US $289.3 million. The market is expected to grow to US $531.3 million in 2016 with an 11% CAGR over the next five years.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) --11/08/2011 -- Natural fiber composites are largely driven by increasing environmental awareness. Due to low cost, low density, acceptable specific properties, ease of separation, enhanced energy recovery, CO2 neutrality, biodegradability, and recyclable properties, natural fiber use in composites is gaining greater attention and demand is growing for component materials that are durable, reliable, lightweight, and with good mechanical properties that are significantly better than those of traditional materials.

According to Lucintel's report the "Natural Fiber Composites Market Trend and Forecast 2011–2016: Trend, Forecast and Opportunity Analysis" in 2010, total global natural fiber composite materials market shipments topped 430.7 million pounds with a value of US $289.3 million. The market is expected to grow to US $531.3 million in 2016 with an 11% CAGR over the next five years.

Natural fiber composites (NFCs) are used in a variety of markets such as automotive, construction, E&E, and more. Europe was the top continent in terms of total NFC consumption; Asia is emerging as a big market for NFCs due to the rapidly increasing demand in China and India. In the future, Lucintel expects higher market fragmentation due to emerging economies. Future markets are anticipated to be highly competitive and companies with innovative capabilities can thrive and gain market share.

The report extensively looks at recent industry trends, as well as future opportunities along with an invaluable aid to sales and marketing professionals in, or interested in the industry. In addition, the report analyzes the market sizes and trends, market structures, market by material type and various applications

This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today's stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep ahead in your business.

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Some of the features of "Natural Fiber Composites Market Trend and Forecast 2011–2016: Trend, Forecast and Opportunity Analysis" are-

• Natural fiber composites industry analysis based on Porter's Five Forces Model

• Advantages and disadvantages of natural fibers

• Growth trends for last five years and forecasts for next five years

• Analyses about major drivers & challenges for natural fiber \

• Growth opportunities and emerging applications of natural fiber composites

• 60 valuable figures/charts and 22 tables are provided in this 112 page report

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/04/2011 -- October 2011, India's aerospace industry has experienced significant growth over the last five years. Aircraft consumption in India is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching roughly US $24 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 15% over the next five years. All segments of the Indian aerospace industry grew substantially, with the OEM market registering maximum growth of approximately 20% CAGR over the last five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the Indian aerospace supply chain and presents its findings in its report, "Indian Aerospace Supply Chain Market: 2011."

High domestic demand of aircraft, introduction of the defense offset policy in 2006 have provided immense opportunities for companies entering this sector. Lucintel's research indicates that over the next five years, the Indian offset market is expected to witness double-digit growth and reach new highs over the next 10 years primarily driven by India's procurement plans.

The Indian aerospace supply chain is sustaining strong growth through joint ventures (JVs) and partnerships with foreign aerospace players.

Low labor costs, coupled with IT competitiveness, is creating JV and partnership opportunities for Indian aerospace supply chain players with global aerospace majors such as Boeing and Airbus for various systems and subsystems manufacturing.

India's Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) sector is witnessing increasing interest from foreign and domestic players. Boeing has recently set up its MRO unit in India. Various others companies such as Airbus and Dassault are planning to set up MRO units in India.

Lucintel's report, which provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for through 2016, details the industry's drivers and challenges; market opportunities at OEM, Tier 1, and Tier 2 levels; supply chain analysis; JV/partnership opportunities in Indian aerospace supply chain; and demand and supply scenarios of the Indian aerospace industry. The report also evaluates Indian aerospace supply chain through SWOT and PEST analysis and more.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on these timely, insightful reports, contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that facilitate critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To learn more, visit http://www.lucintel.com.

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Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of Aerospace and MRO Market. Our domain experts specialize in market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/04/2011 -- October 2011, Boeing on finding itself in the crucial situation of having lost market share to Airbus had to respond in order to regain its leading position by enhancing customer benefits and recapturing an advantage over its competition. The diversification strategy included the new midsize (200–300 passengers), long-range 787series. The 787, nicknamed the Dreamliner, was designed to meet the demand for direct, long-distance connections between cities with a moderate capacity demand.

According to Lucintel's report "Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016" in 2010, total market shipment valued at OEM level for Boeing 787 was US $1.11 billion and market at this level is expected to reach $26.68 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 166%.

Boeing understood the competitive advantages of supply chain management that it is becoming the distinguishing competitive factor in manufacturing industries. Beside; superior performance depends on delivery momentum and reliability; as resources available to industry players are basically the same. At the heart of the supply chain transformation process was the initiative to outsource more than 70% of the787's production.

The report extensively looks at recent industry trends, as well as future opportunities and Boeing supply chain management, value chain and cost analysis of B787 as well as represents an invaluable aid to sales and marketing professionals in, or interested in the industry. In addition, the report analyses market sizes and trends, market structures, key company shares.

This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and is likely to significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today's stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep you ahead in your business.

To make business, investment, or strategic decisions, you need timely and adequate information. This market report fulfills this core need and is an indispensable reference guide for multi-national material suppliers, product manufacturers, investors, executives, distributors and many more, who are dealing with this market.

Some of the features of "Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016"are:

• The Global aerospace industry

• Boeing Company overview, vision and segments

• Boeing supply chain management

• Value Chain and Cost Analysis of B787

• Market size ($) at Various Structural Levels (Tier II, Tier I, and OEM)

• Market forecast for 2011-2016

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Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of Aerospace and MRO Market. Our domain experts specialize in Value Chain Analysis, market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions.

Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.

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According to Lucintel’s research indicates that, applications for carbon fiber are increasing day by day. Until 2000, aerospace, industrial and sporting goods applications drove the increased usage of carbon fiber. Great demand for carbon fiber driven by new commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and A350 XWB; weight reductions in automobiles for greater performance and fuel efficiency; growing use of carbon fiber in the wind energy, offshore oil and gas development and several emerging carbon fiber applications are likely to drive growth during the next five years and beyond.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/04/2011 -- The carbon fiber industry has proved itself on the basis of high performance, light weight and excellent strength characteristics. The demand for carbon fiber has been growing steadily since its launch approximately 40 years ago. Although there are many facets of the composites marketplace, applications using carbon fiber continue to accelerate as industries – from aerospace to renewable energy – adopt this remarkable and versatile material.

According to Lucintel's research indicates that, applications for carbon fiber are increasing day by day. Until 2000, aerospace, industrial and sporting goods applications drove the increased usage of carbon fiber. Great demand for carbon fiber driven by new commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and A350 XWB; weight reductions in automobiles for greater performance and fuel efficiency; growing use of carbon fiber in the wind energy, offshore oil and gas development and several emerging carbon fiber applications are likely to drive growth during the next five years and beyond.

To understand the critical factors driving the demand for carbon fiber in each of the emerging applications, this study has undertaken elaborate market research and analysis to indentify and forecast the top emerging applications. According to Lucintel research, some of the emerging applications which have significant growth potential in next five years and beyond are: Automotive market, Wind energy, Commercial Aerospace, Military and defense, Oil and gas Compounding

According to Lucintel, carbon fiber cost and availability are the two greatest challenges in the industry. Lucintel's research report provides carbon fiber snapshot, trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2011–2016; details the industry's drivers and challenges; emerging carbon fiber applications; nuclear centrifuge rotor tubes, consumer electronics, offshore oil and gas applications, wind energy, automotive applications, high pressure tanks, fuel cell, medical and biomedical applications, commercial aerospace, and more. The report also details recent & future applications.

This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and is likely to significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today's stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep ahead in your business.

To make informed business, investment, or strategic decisions, professionals need timely and accurate information. Lucintel believes "Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications 2011–2016: Trends, Economic Feasibility and Profit Opportunity Analysis" fulfill this core requirement.

This is a vital reference guide for the carbon fiber producers, CFRP component manufacturers also the companies which are using alloys or metals but wants to switch for CFRP.

Some of the features of the report "Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications 2011–2016: Trends, Economic Feasibility and Profit Opportunity Analysis" are:

• Carbon fiber market size in terms of value shipment and volume shipment

• Evolution of carbon fiber applications

• Emerging carbon fiber key applications details with fully illustrated diagrams and pictures.

• Technology roadmap for each application.

• Major Growth drivers and challenges and their impact for emerging carbon fiber

• Market opportunities for various applications such as civil construction, automotive, consumer goods, wind energy, nuclear centrifuges and others.

• Size of the opportunity in a particular application.

• Trend (2005-2010) and forecast (2011-2016) application of emerging carbon fiber application

• Growth opportunities in emerging applications of carbon fiber

• Key success factors for carbon fiber across each application

• About 222 figures/charts and five tables in this roughly 227-page market report to help you make confident business decisions.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on these timely, insightful reports, contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that facilitate critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To learn more, visit http://www.lucintel.com.

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Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of Carbon Fiber Market. Our domain experts specialize in market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.

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Lucintel has analyzed the UK Aerospace and MRO Market and offers its findings in a comprehensive research report, Opportunities in UK Aerospace and MRO Market: 2011–2016.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/17/2011 -- The UK aerospace industry, which has experienced significant growth over the last five years, is expected to continue that momentum and reach US $50 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 6.8% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the UK Aerospace and MRO Market and offers its findings in a comprehensive research report, "Opportunities in UK Aerospace and MRO Market: 2011–2016."

As described in the report, increasing passenger air travel and the continued development of new programs such as Airbus A380, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Eurofighter Typhoon, F-35 Lightning III, and the Bombardier C series are expected to support steady growth. The major drivers for the defense sector are tied to budgetary increases, resulting in an increased level of defense aircraft procurement.

Lucintel's research indicates that growth in global fleet size, increasing penetration of composites in aerostructures, and an increase in air traffic are the key drivers for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activity in the UK. The use of composite materials is expanding in aerostructures and other components on various platforms, including the Boeing 787 and Airbus 380, creating new and future opportunities in the MRO market.

The major challenges faced by the UK aerospace and defense industry include the shortage of skilled workers, incorporation of new technologies to meet the global demand, and the presence of MRO hubs in countries such as China and Singapore.

In the UK, the defense market captures the highest value and the commercial aircraft market is second, followed by the business jet market.

This Lucintel research report provides insights regarding recent industry trends, as well as future opportunities and threats. In addition, the report addresses the market by segment, addressing civil and military aviation as well as MRO and offset activities in the UK.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at 972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

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Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of wind energy market. Our domain experts specialize in market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.

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Lucintel has analyzed the US Aerospace and MRO Market and offers its findings in a comprehensive research report, Opportunities in US Aerospace and MRO Market 2011–2016.

Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/14/2011 -- The US aerospace industry, which was hit by recession in 2009, began showing signs of recovery in 2010 and is expected to reach $100 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 6.9% over the next five years.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the US Aerospace and MRO Market and offers its findings in a comprehensive research report, "Opportunities in US Aerospace and MRO Market 2011–2016."

As detailed in the study, aerospace is a prominent driving factor in the US economy. Aerospace is not only a source of employment but revenues generated by exports support research and development activities. The aerospace industry has the largest trade surplus of all the US manufacturing sectors, and is expected to maintain its robust export activity.

Lucintel's research indicates that major aerospace industry markets such as the US and UK will likely reach saturation, whereas demand should increase from APAC nations such as China and India. Rising fuel prices are expected to generate demand for fuel-efficient aircraft, and the commercial and general aviation segment will propel the industry. Government purchases will drive the defense segment.

The MRO market of the US captures approximately 45% of the world aerospace MRO market. The efficient air transportation system in the US provides a solid market for MRO activities.

US aerospace MRO market is expected to reach $20 billion by 2016.

This Lucintel research report provides insights regarding recent industry trends, and future opportunities and threats. In addition, the report addresses the market by segment, addressing civil and military aviation and MRO activities in the US.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at 972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

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Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of wind energy market. Our domain experts specialize in market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/30/2011 -- China's wind power energy market has grown-up quickly through the last six years and is expected to arrive at 158 GW by 2016 with a CAGR of 20% over the next five years. Different reasons are likely to make the wind energy market in China. Government support and generation-based incentives for renewable power energy sources, increasing electricity requirements and Clean Development Mechanism support from the UN all are expected to boost China's wind market.

Lucintel, the leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the Chinese wind energy market and makes its findings available through a complete research report, "Growth Opportunities in Chinese Wind Energy Market 2011-2016."

The fast speed of wind energy holds huge opportunities for different stakeholders in China. China outpaced the US and appears as the largest market for wind power capacity in 2010. China has been around 44.7 GW of installed wind power capacity and intends to achieve 230 GW by 2020.

Wind turbine blades are generally prepared of composites because of the outstanding mechanical properties and simplicity of designing. Composites utilization in the Chinese wind market was something like 488 million pounds in 2010. Lucintel estimates that composites utilization is will achieve 542 million pounds by 2016.

The wind MRO market closely follows the increase of the wind energy market. China's market for MRO services was an likely $683 million in 2010. Based on Lucintel's analysis report, it determined that the growing popularity of wind energy (increases in installation and operational costs) and larger turbine sizes (specific MRO techniques required) will make the future cost of MRO services.

This Lucintel analysis research report gives insights about current industry trends and future opportunities also threats. In further, the report addresses the market share of major players, supply chain analysis, composites consumption, and MRO activities in China's wind energy market.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

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Lucintel, headquartered in Dallas, TX (USA), is a premier global market research and strategic management consulting firm, established for over ten years, with over 1000 clients worldwide. Lucintel provides actionable results that deliver significant added value and long term growth to clients from various industries such as aerospace consulting, construction market research, wind energy, sporting goods, composite materials, transportation and chemical consulting.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/27/2011 -- Concerns over climate change, crude oil prices, and increasing energy demand are generating global interest in renewable resources to meet the world's energy needs. Wind is a clean, abundant, rapidly growing energy source. Investment in wind energy, however, requires proper analysis as its costs are still higher than conventional energy sources.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzes the wind energy market and presents its findings in its research report, "Regional Benchmarking of Wind Energy Industry 2011–2020: BRIC Countries and US."

This report provides insights about wind energy and a comparative industry analysis of the BRIC countries and the US. From 2000–2010 the global wind energy market grew with a CAGR of 27%. Traditional industry leaders, such as Europe and the US, lost market share in 2010. China emerged as the world's largest wind energy market with 22% of global installed capacity, growing through strong government support from feed-in-tariffs and favorable pricing policies. It expects to remain the fastest-growing wind energy player as it reduces dependence on fossil fuels. As Lucintel's discloses, China expects to reach 230 GW in cumulative wind installations by 2020. The US also is expected to grow steadily and to reach approximately 180 GW by 2020.

Government policies and an emerging wind market make Brazil attractive for wind energy OEMs. Russia holds tremendous potential, but its industry remains underdeveloped because of no government support. Central government initiatives and state-level incentives assist India's wind industry development. The US, with huge potential and supportive government policies, offers opportunities for OEMs.

The report provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2001–2020. Lucintel's research provides detailed market structure, supply chain analysis, and comparative analysis of wind markets. The report details the wind market's drivers and challenges, policies affecting the market, competitive advantages of BRIC and the US through diamond analysis, and BRIC's resource potential.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

About Lucintel
Lucintel, headquartered in Dallas, TX (USA), is a premier global market research and strategic management consulting firm, established for over ten years, with over 1000 clients worldwide. Lucintel provides actionable results that deliver significant added value and long term growth to clients from various industries such as aerospace consulting, construction market research, wind energy, sporting goods, composite materials, transportation and chemical consulting.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) --06/07/2011 -- China's wind energy market has grown rapidly during the last five years and is expected to reach 158 GW by 2016 with a CAGR of 20% over the next five years. Various factors are expected to drive the wind energy market in China. Government backing and generation-based incentives for renewable energy sources, rising electricity demand, and Clean Development Mechanism support from the UN all are expected to boost China's wind market.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the Chinese wind energy market and makes its findings available through a comprehensive research report, "Growth Opportunities in Chinese Wind Energy Market 2011-2016."

The rapid pace of wind energy holds immense opportunities for various stakeholders in China. China outpaced the US and emerged as the biggest market for wind power capacity in 2010. China has approximately 44.7 GW of installed wind power capacity and intends to reach 230 GW by 2020.

Wind turbine blades are mostly made of composites because of the excellent mechanical properties and ease of designing. Composites consumption in the Chinese wind market was approximately 488 million pounds in 2010. Lucintel estimates that composites consumption is will reach 542 million pounds by 2016.

The wind MRO market closely follows the growth of the wind energy market. China's market for MRO services was an estimated $683 million in 2010. Based on Lucintel's analysis, it determined that the rising popularity of wind energy (increases in installation and operational costs) and larger turbine sizes (specific MRO techniques needed) will drive the future cost of MRO services.

This Lucintel research report provides insights regarding recent industry trends, and future opportunities and threats. In addition, the report addresses the market share of major players, supply chain analysis, composites consumption, and MRO activities in China's wind energy market.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

About Lucintel
Lucintel, headquartered in Dallas, TX (USA), is a premier global market research and strategic management consulting firm, established for over ten years, with over 1000 clients worldwide. Lucintel provides actionable results that deliver significant added value and long term growth to clients from various industries such as aerospace consulting, construction market research, wind energy, sporting goods, composite materials, transportation and chemical consulting.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) --05/20/2011 -- The business of generating electricity from wind is growing and is set to expand as the US, China, and the rest of the world look for cleaner, more sustainable ways to generate electricity.

Lucintel believes that volatility in fossil fuel costs, coupled with the environmental problems and incentives in different countries for developing wind energy, could be positive factors, driving increased acceptance of environmentally friendly technologies such as wind.

In a new research report, "Worldwide Wind Competitive Analysis and Leadership Study 2010," Lucintel's analysts examine and profile nine of the world's leading wind turbine manufacturers. The report offers a full competitive analysis of target markets, product mapping, and production capabilities. Lucintel also provides its own scorecard of those companies that are better aligned with future market opportunities and have the capability to gain additional market share.

Collected from a series of primary interviews and secondary sources, this report provides complete profiles of the following companies:

• Vestas

• GE

• Suzlon

• Sinovel

• Enercon

• Gamesa

• Goldwind

• Siemens

• Dongfang Electric

Lucintel's Leadership Quadrant considered a variety of critical factors—from management effectiveness to range of products, and from research and development investment to the quality of the firm's balance sheet assets—and then ranked each firm accordingly on a grid for quick comparison. In the current wind turbine competitive landscape, Vestas, the largest wind turbine producer in the world, clearly stood out as a leading performer. Vestas has the broadest market coverage in terms of both breadth of its product line, as well as its geographic presence in terms of market share, plant sites, and sales resources.

Lucintel's analysis found that those companies which possess a strong product portfolio and global geographic reach—especially presence in growing markets such as China, the US, India, and Brazil—stand to gain market share in the future.

Lucintel has served thousands of clients, ranging from the small, emerging organizations up to multi-national Fortune 500 companies with a wide range of market reports and customized strategic consulting solutions.

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Lucintel, headquartered in Dallas, TX (USA), is a premier global market research and strategic management consulting firm, established for over ten years, with over 1000 clients worldwide. Lucintel provides actionable results that deliver significant added value and long term growth to clients from various industries such as aerospace consulting, construction market research, wind energy, sporting goods, composite materials, transportation and chemical consulting.

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Carrollton, TX -- (SBWIRE) --05/20/2011 -- The global cylinders industry has witnessed a gradual shift from the type I steel cylinders to an increased usage of composite cylinders in various segments, with the composite cylinders market experiencing growth in support of an end product market reaching $1223 million by 2015. Composites consumption in the cylinders market is expected to witness a double digit growth rate from 2010-2015 with growing application segments and regional shift.

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm with over thousands of clients worldwide, has analyzed the global composite cylinders market and published a comprehensive research report, "Growth Opportunities in Global Composite Cylinders Market 2010-2015: Trends, Forecast and Market Share Analysis".

In the last five years, production of natural gas vehicles (NGVs) rose by more than 20%, and the growth rate is expected to be the same in the next few years. The composite cylinders, though little more expensive than its traditional counterparts, has a promising future because of its weight savings, capacity advantage and other performance benefits. Metal cylinders can explode when coming contact with hazardous materials, fire or toxic fumes, but composite cylinders would rupture rather than explode.

Composite cylinders are having major applications in the transportation industry. Light weight composite cylinders provide easy portability to ambulatory patient, firemen, SCUBA divers & also increases fuel efficiency in NGVs.

Lucintel believes that the availability of substitute materials for composite cylinders do not provide a ceiling on industry profitability since composite products are continually growing, as compared to alternate products, on a cost/performance basis.

Lucintel's research report analyzes the global composite cylinders industry, detailing its background and characteristics. The manufacturing process is reviewed and composite cylinders manufacturers are profiled. A market assessment/competitive analysis is performed and market trends (2004-2009) are analyzed. The report also puts forth a six year forecast (2010-2015), highlighting opportunities in this sector.

Lucintel has served thousands of clients, ranging from the small, emerging organizations up to multi-national Fortune 500 companies with a wide range of market reports and customized strategic consulting solutions. For further details visit: http://www.lucintel.com

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely and insightful report, please contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help you make critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit http://www.lucintel.com.

About Lucintel
Lucintel, headquartered in Dallas, TX (USA), is a premier global market research and strategic management consulting firm, established for over ten years, with over 1000 clients worldwide. Lucintel provides actionable results that deliver significant added value and long term growth to clients from various industries such as aerospace consulting, construction market research, wind energy, sporting goods, composite materials, transportation and chemical consulting.

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