DUBLIN, June 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Limestone - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Amid the COVID-19 crisis and the looming economic recession, the Limestone market worldwide will grow by a projected US$6.8 Billion, during the analysis period, driven by a revised compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.6%. Limestone, one of the segments analyzed and sized in this study, is forecast to grow at over 1.6% and reach a market size of US$65.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. An unusual period in history, the coronavirus pandemic has unleashed a series of unprecedented events affecting every industry. The Limestone market will be reset to a new normal which going forwards in a post COVID-19 era will be continuously redefined and redesigned. Staying on top of trends and accurate analysis is paramount now more than ever to manage uncertainty, change and continuously adapt to new and evolving market conditions.

As part of the new emerging geographic scenario, the United States is forecast to readjust to a 0.9% CAGR. Within Europe, the region worst hit by the pandemic, Germany will add over US$116.9 Million to the region's size over the next 7 to 8 years. In addition, over US$155.2 Million worth of projected demand in the region will come from Rest of European markets. In Japan, the Limestone segment will reach a market size of US$4 Billion by the close of the analysis period. Blamed for the pandemic, significant political and economic challenges confront China. Amid the growing push for decoupling and economic distancing, the changing relationship between China and the rest of the world will influence competition and opportunities in the Limestone market. Against this backdrop and the changing geopolitical, business and consumer sentiments, the world's second largest economy will grow at 3.7% over the next couple of years and add approximately US$2.6 Billion in terms of addressable market opportunity.

The global analysis and forecast periods covered within the report are 2020-2027 (Current & Future Analysis) and 2012-2019 (Historic Review). Research estimates are provided for 2020, while research projections cover the period 2021-2027

Continuous monitoring for emerging signs of a possible new world order post-COVID-19 crisis is a must for aspiring businesses and their astute leaders seeking to find success in the now changing Limestone market landscape.

Competitors identified in this market include, among others,

• Adelaide Brighton Ltd.
• Atlantic Minerals Limited
• Buechel Stone Corp.
• Carmeuse Group S.A.
• CRH plc
• Elliott Stone Company Inc.
• Fels-Werke GmbH
• Graymont Limited
• Grupo Calidra
• Independent Limestone Company LLC
• LafargeHolcim Ltd.
• Lhoist Group
• Mississippi Lime Company
• Mitsubishi Materials Corporation
• NALC LLC
• Nittetsu Mining Co. Ltd.
• Schaefer Kalk GmbH & Co KG
• Sumitomo Osaka Cement Co. Ltd.
• Taiheiyo Cement Group
• Todaka Mining Co. Ltd.
• UBE Material Industries, Ltd.

Key Topics Covered:

I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & REPORT SCOPE

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. MARKET OVERVIEW

• Limestone: One of the Most Essential and Versatile Minerals
• Recent Market Activity
• Myriad Uses Across Diverse Industries Steers Consumption Volumes
• Major End-Use Markets for Limestone Products: A Snapshot
• Steady Growth Projected over the Next Few Years
• China Dominates the World Limestone Market
• Asia-Pacific Demonstrates Fastest Growth
• Stable Economic Scenario to Underpin Market Expansion
• Limestone Deposits & Production: An Overview
• China-Led Asia Dominates Calcium Carbonate Production Scenario
• Concerns over Energy Consumption & Emissions in Limestone Production
• Global Competitor Market Shares
• Limestone Competitor Market Share Scenario Worldwide (in %): 2018 & 2029
• Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession

2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS

3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS

• Construction Sector: The Most Important End-Use Market for Limestone
• Limestone Shipments Poised to Grow Buoyed by Positive Outlook for World Construction Industry
• Rising Commercial Real Estate Investments Lends Traction to Market Growth
• Large Investments on Infrastructure Development Boost Demand
• Rising Demand for Cement and the Corresponding Increase in Production Drives Limestone Consumption
• Critical Importance of Lime in Steel Production Helps Sustain Momentum
• Paper Industry: Largest Consumer of Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC)
• Nano Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (NPCC) Applications: An Important Growth Driver for Crushed Limestone
• Common Applications of NPCC
• Significant Use in Environmental Applications Steers Market Momentum
• Animal Waste Treatment Holds Potential for Quicklime Demand Growth
• Flue Gas Desulphurization: A Key Growth Indicator
• Limestone Demonstrates Potential to Reduce Emissions in Carbon Capture

4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

III. MARKET ANALYSIS

IV. COMPETITION

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