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Industrialization and Infrastructure Development boosts the Non Ferrous Metals Market

Sneha Mali Updated 19 Sep 2023 Published 19 Sep 2023
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Non-Ferrous Metals Market Overview

Product Overview and Scope of Non-Ferrous Metals Market

Non-ferrous metals are metals that do not contain iron as the main component. Unlike ferrous metals (such as steel and cast iron), which are primarily composed of iron, non-ferrous metals have different properties and uses. These metals are generally more resistant to rust and corrosion, making them suitable for various applications.
Non-ferrous metals are essential for various industries and applications, ranging from everyday consumer goods to advanced technological and industrial processes. Their unique properties and versatility make them indispensable in modern society.

Non-Ferrous Metals Market – Industry Analysis

Drivers for Non-Ferrous Metals Market: Impact Analysis

  • Industrialization and Infrastructure Development augments the demand of Global Non-Ferrous Metals Market

Industrialization leads to the growth of various manufacturing industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer goods. These industries heavily rely on non-ferrous metals like aluminum, copper, and zinc for their properties such as lightweight, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity. The construction sector also requires significant amounts of non-ferrous metals for building infrastructure, including bridges, buildings, and roads.
As industrialization drives urbanization, more people move to cities and urban areas, leading to increased demand for housing and real estate development. Non-ferrous metals are crucial in constructing modern and energy-efficient buildings, which often incorporate aluminum facades, copper wiring, and other metal components.
Industrialization spurs the development of transportation networks, such as railways, highways, and airports. Non-ferrous metals play a vital role in transportation infrastructure, as they are used in railway tracks, cables, electrical systems, and structural components of vehicles and aircraft.
The growth of industrialization and urbanization leads to higher demand for electrical and electronic appliances. Non-ferrous metals like copper and aluminum are widely used in the production of wiring, motors, transformers, and various electronic components.

Restraints for Non-Ferrous Metals Market: Impact Analysis

  • Price Volatility hinders market growth.
  • Environmental Concerns may restrict some operations or lead to higher compliance costs

Opportunity 

  • Growing Renewable Energy Sector will augment the demand for the market.
  • Electrification of Transportation will present the market with new opportunities

Trends 

  • Increasing demand for light metals, such as aluminum and magnesium, in the construction, automotive, and electrical and electronics industries
  • Growing demand for non-ferrous metals in the renewable energy sector

Global Non-Ferrous Metals Revenue Market by Region (2018-2030)

Non-Ferrous Metals Market Revenue (USD Billion) Comparison by Region (2018-2030)

Regions

2018

2022

2030

Market Share (%)

2030

CAGR (%)

(2023-2030)

North America

xx

xx

xx

xx%

xx%

Europe

xx

xx

xx

xx%

xx%

Asia Pacific

xx

xx

xx

xx%

xx%

Latin America

xx

xx

xx

xx%

xx%

Middle East & Africa

xx

xx

xx

xx%

xx%

Total

xx

711.02

xx

xx%

4.62%

The Asia Pacific region is the largest market for non-ferrous metals, accounting for over 40% of the global market share in 2022. This is due to the rapid economic growth in the region, which is leading to an increase in demand for non-ferrous metals in various industries. Further, automotive industry is booming in countries like, India and China which further enhances the demand for various metals.

Global Non-Ferrous Metals Manufacturers Profiles/Analysis

BHP

BHP Company Basic Information, and Sales Area

 

Item

Description

 

Company Name

BHP

 

Website

www.bhp.com

 

Established Date

1885

 

Headquartered

Australia

 

Market Position/History

On 13 August 1885, Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited was formed.

BHP opens Central Research Laboratories at Shortland, Newcastle in 1957. BHP and Esso collaborate in the successful search for oil beneath Bass Strait, Victoria in 1967. In 1970, Royal/Dutch Shell Group purchases Billiton. In 2000, BHP formally becomes BHP Limited. BHP and Billiton reach an agreement with shareholders to merge on 18 March 2001. Similarly, it Antamina Copper-Zinc mine in northern Peru achieves commercial production more than four months ahead of the original schedule in the same year. In 2005, BHP Billiton acquires Western Mining Corporation (WMC), an Australian mining and fertilizer company. In 2022, BHP unified its corporate structure under BHP Group Limited and merged BHP’s Petroleum business with Woodside to create a global top 10 independent energy company by production. Presently, the company has been developing and contributing to industries, communities, and economies around the world.

 

Sales Area

Worldwide

 

Manufacturing Location

Worldwide

 

Ticker

BHP: NYSE

 

No. of Employees

~79,471

 

Competitors

Glencore

Alcoa

RUSAL

Hindalco Novelis

Vale

Rio Tinto

MMC Norilsk Nickel

Anglo American

 

CEO

Mike Henry

 

Ownership Type

Public

 

Contact Number

171 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia

Tel: (61 3) 1300 55 47 57

Business Segment/ Overview:

BHP Group Limited operates as a resources company. It produces essential commodities through assets, including iron ore, copper, nickel, potash, and metallurgical coal. 

Business Strategy

BHP's worldwide expansion strategy involves optimizing current operations, entering new markets early, mergers and acquisitions, and exploration initiatives. BHP is considering spending $30 million in South America alone to encourage copper exploration this fiscal year. It will grow value by being outstanding at operations, discovering and developing resources, purchasing the proper assets and options, and capital allocation.

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