Business Monitor International releases the latest analysis of China's mining industry

Aug. 25, 2011 - PRLog -- Business Monitor International (BMI) has published its latest China Mining Report, which forecasts annual average industry growth of 9.1% in real terms from 2011 to 2015, with production of bauxite, copper, tin and gold set to rise fastest. By the end of this period, the value of China's mining industry will reach US$606bn. Industry-wide energy efficiency and consolidation measures introduced by the government as part of the 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015) will be the key drivers of growth.

BMI expects the industry to see further consolidation as government involvement increases, resulting in the closure of underperforming smaller mines and pressure on the country's largest operations to improve efficiency and boost productivity.

The Report provides key forecasts and in-depth analysis of China's mining (http://store.businessmonitor.com/mining/china_mining_report) industry, covering mining reserves, supply, demand and prices, plus analysis of landmark company developments, expansion plans and significant changes in the regulatory environment. Moreover, it features BMI's mining and commodity forecasts to end-2015 for metals, minerals and gems.

China, India and Australia have become global leaders in gold, lead, zinc, bauxite and iron ore production over the last decade, strengthening Asia’s position as a dominant global mining player. That said, BMI forecasts Indonesia to become increasingly important a regional hub for mining production as domestic companies develop the country's mining reserves. Indonesia's mining (http://store.businessmonitor.com/mining/indonesia_mining_...) industry is set for rapid growth as the country continues to attract investment in coal, nickel and tin sectors.

BMI's portfolio of products and services provides comprehensive analysis of the global mining (http://analysis.businessmonitor.com/intelligence/all-regi...) industry and enables industry professionals, strategists, sector analysts, investors and commodity traders to identify key market opportunities and avoid market risks wherever they operate.

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