Timber Merchants Market Report- UK 2011 - 2015 Analysis 

INTRODUCTION and OVERVIEW 

AMA Research are pleased to announce the publication of the 3rd edition of the “Timber Merchants Market Report UK – 2011-2015 Analysis”. Incorporating original input and primary research, this unique new report represents an informed and up to date review of the market. As with most construction sectors, timber merchants are experiencing a difficult period but the sector has also benefited from the sustained popularity of timber and wood products in recent years. Market conditions will remain tough in 2011/12, but medium term prospects are more optimistic as the housing market, in particular, slowly recovers. This report focuses on the specialist timber merchant sector, with coverage of competing distribution channels, including builders merchants. The report contains: DETAILED ASSESSMENT OF MARKET - review of recent trends in specialist timber merchants sector - current and future developments, with medium-long term forecasts. DISTRIBUTION STRUCTURE - review of specialist timber merchants, key players (at both a regional and national level), competing channels. ANALYSIS BY PRODUCT GROUP - Sawn and Planed Timber – hardwood and softwood Sheet and Board Materials – OSB, MDF, plywood, etc Manufactured Semi-Finished Products – doors, windows, staircases, roof trusses, timber frames,fencing, decking, flooring etc. Other Products sold by timber merchants MARKET FORECASTS UP TO 2015 – forecasts and key factors influencing the market.

Of particular interest

• Analysis of market size and a comprehensive review of key factors and trends influencing the market.

• Identification of leading national timber merchants and larger regional timber merchant operations.

• Review of key end-use sectors and trends - glazing, timber frame etc.

• Review of competitive channels of distribution

• Market forecasts for 2011/2012 – medium term prospects up to 2015.

Companies in the report include:

A W Champion Timber, Alloway Timber, Alsford Timber, Arbor Forest Products, Arnold Laver, B&Q, Beesley & Fildes, Brooks Bros, BSW Timber, C & W Berry, C L Jones, C R Taylor Timber, Carvers, Castle Timber, Crown Timber, David Cover & Sons, Donaldson Timber Engineering, Finnforest UK, Firwood Timber & Plywood Co . G E Robinson & Co, George Sykes, Haldane Fisher, Harlow Bros, Homebase, Huws Gray, IJK Timber Group, International Plywood, James Donaldson Timber, James Jones and Sons, James Latham plc, James McMahon Group, Jewson, JT Dove, Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd, LBS Builders Merchants, Merton Timber, Meyer Timber, MGM Timber, MKM Building Supplies, North Yorkshire Timber, Parker Kislingbury, Payne Timber, Pontrilas Timber & Builders Merchants, Rembrand Timber, RGB Building Supplies, Robert Duncan Timber, Robert Price, Roger Haydock & Co, Rowan Timber, Snows Timber, Sydenhams, Thornbridge Sawmills, TimberMart (UK), Timbmet Group, Wickes, WJ Handrahan, Wolseley.

Key areas covered in the report include:

THE MERCHANTS

• Structure of the timber merchants market, including general characteristics, numbers, trends etc – overlap with other channels.

• Major timber merchants - turnovers, customer focus, product strengths, etc.

• Market shares of major merchants on both a national and regional level. Review of key players in UK market.

• Analysis of competitive channels and their changing emphasis – builders merchants, importers/distributors, DIY multiples, etc.

THE MARKET

• Analysis of timber products market structure - products and distribution, suppliers, distributors, contractors and end-users.

• Market size in value terms: 2004-10 with forecasts through to 2015.

• Legislative changes, sustainability issues and timber certification schemes and their influence upon the market.

• Analysis of current market situation - performance in 2011/12.

• Background and future prospects, including trends, opportunities, threats and major factors influencing potential future development of the market up to 2015.

PRODUCTS/SUPPLIERS 

• Product mix for timber merchants.

• Review of each product sector - sawn/planed timber, sheet material and manufactured products (doors, windows, flooring, timber frame housing etc.)

• Market size and trends per major product group.

• Product mix within major product groups.

• Timber merchants sales by main product group.

CUSTOMERS

• Analysis of timber merchants key customers – builders, self-builders, manufacturers, shopfitters, etc.

• Brief review of key end use markets.

• Distribution trends for timber merchants – changing structure of market etc.

KEY MARKET INFLUENCES

• Review of the housing and construction markets.

• Raw material prices & availability.

• Environmental and sustainability issues. Legislation and standards.

• Economic influences, growth prospects – forecasts up to 2015 and key drivers.

The report is extensive with over 90  pages and 40 tables and charts (see right hand panel for a full listing of contents including tables and charts)