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Countries covered: United Kingdom
AMA Research have recently published the fourth edition of 'The UK Fitness Equipment Market' report. This 90+ page report covers both the commercial and home markets for cardiovascular and strength training fitness equipment. Giving an up to date and comprehensive review of the market, the report should be of interest to manufacturers, suppliers and retailers of fitness equipment, as well as current and potential operators of major fitness facilities. Areas covered in the report include:- · THE MARKET - market size, trends and influencing factors for home and commercial markets. · PRODUCT MIX - mix between different types of CV and strength training equipment, product trends and developments. · SUPPLIERS - key suppliers and market shares, company profiles. · DISTRIBUTION - key distribution channels and shares. The fitness equipment industry has continued to enjoy high growth rates over the past two years, reaching a market value of over £250m MSP in 2002. However, the rate of market growth is expected to slow down considerably in the near future, as the market approaches maturity. Specific points of interest:- · Consolidation within the private health & fitness club market. · Continuing growth in the corporate health & fitness market. · Investment in refurbishment and upgrading of local authority leisure facilities. · Increasing competition and price pressures within the supplier market. · New market segments. · Moving away from importers/distributors, in favour of foreign-owned subsidiaries. · New product development and equipment upgrading. · Further development of value-added services and increased levels of active promotion of fitness by suppliers. Key areas covered in the report include:- THE MARKET · Total Market Size - analysis by value 1996-2002 with forecasts for 2003-2006, key factors influencing market development e.g. increased public awareness of health & fitness, consolidation and economic uncertainty. · Imports - analysis of overall trade statistics 1994-2002, analysis of intra- and extra-EC imports 2002, highlighting the high levels of import penetration. · Market Sector Mix - analysis of the sector mix 2002 between the commercial and home markets. A higher share is held by the commercial sector. COMMERCIAL FITNESS EQUIPMENT MARKET · Market Size - analysis by value 1996-2002 with forecasts for 2003-2006. Continued strong growth, despite growth rates slowing down. · Market Trends & Influencing Factors - slowdown in development of private fitness facilities; development of niche markets; growth in corporate and local authority sectors; new exercise trends; new product development · Product Mix - popularity for strength training equipment continues, high growth in demand for low impact equipment, development of value - added service packages. · Key Suppliers - Key suppliers and market shares; leading suppliers and brands, market positioning, company profiles with financial information. · Distribution - key distribution channels and shares. Dominance of sales through foreign-owned subsidiaries. HOME FITNESS EQUIPMENT MARKET · Market Size - analysis by value 1996-2002 with forecasts for 2003-2006, strong growth, especially at the budget end. Growth rates expected to slow down further. · Market Trends and Influencing Factors - increased awareness of fitness generated by media and public campaigns, more 'user friendly' equipment available, impact of health and fitness clubs, fitness equipment more accessible. · Product Mix - share by product group - bikes, treadmills, rowers, multi-gym, weights etc. - growth in demand for cross trainers and strength training equipment. · Key Suppliers - leading suppliers and market shares, brands and own brands. Growing presence of commercial suppliers in home fitness market. Company profiles with financial information, market positioning of leading suppliers. · Distribution - key distribution channels and shares. Dominance of catalogue companies/mail order. Increasing sales growth through retail sector. KEY MARKET INFLUENCES · Population Profile - growth in older age groups, medium-term decline in the 20-29 year old age group / Participation Rates in Sports, Games and Physical Activities - increased participation rates in fitness activities in recent years. · Organisations and Campaigns encouraging Sport & Fitness |
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