The Brazilian Bauxite Mining Industry to 2015: Market Profile

Synopsis

The report provides top-level market analysis, information and insights on the bauxite mining industry in Brazil, including:

• A description on bauxite mining industry
• Details of top companies active across the bauxite mining industry
• Emerging trends and opportunities in the bauxite mining industry

Summary

Brazil is ranked 3rd among the leading bauxite producers worldwide. With a production of XX million tons in 2010, the nation accounts for XX% of the global production. Australia and China are the other leading producers. Brazil is endowed with reserves of XX billion tons of metallurgical bauxite. Almost XX% of the bauxite is used in the alumina industry in Brazil with the remaining being left for refractoriness and chemical products. Owned by MRN, Porto Trombetas is the largest bauxite mine in Brazil. Paragominas bauxite is another leading mine owned by Vale with an annual production capacity of more than XX million tons.

Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the bauxite mining industry in Brazil:

• It provides analysis of the country’s bauxite mining industry production during 2005–2010, along with market forecasts until 2015
• It analyses the market size and production trends of the Brazilian bauxite mining industry, and outlines the sector’s future growth
• Using Porter’s industry-standard “Five Forces” analysis, it details the competitive landscape in Brazil for metallic minerals
• It details the competitive landscape and strategic mining industry insights
• It provides a comprehensive analysis of the business environment and country risk for Brazil

Reasons To Buy

• Gain a top-level insight into the Brazilian bauxite mining industry, with current, historic and forecast production data
• Develop market-entry strategies by understanding the key market opportunities, along with the regulations governing the Brazilian mining industry
• Gain insight on the Brazilian bauxite mining industry’s import and export dynamics
• Assess the Brazilian bauxite mining industry’s structure and competitive landscape
• Identify key operators in the Brazilian mining industry, along with profiles on those companies

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