INDUSTRIAL EXPLOSIVES MARKET ANALYSIS

Market Challenges And Opportunities

• Environmental ConcernsEnvironmental Concerns
• Dangers related to the use of explosives

Global Industrial Explosives Market- Drivers:

A rise in the demand for construction materials sourced through quarrying

Quarrying operations play a crucial role in the supply of construction materials needed for the construction of roads and buildings. The rising need for mining explosives can be attributed to the escalating utilization of rocks, limestone, and construction stones in the construction industry. Quarries extract sand, gravel, and crushed rock, which are commonly referred to as aggregates, to cater to the construction industry's requirements. The worldwide need for aggregates continues to be significant due to their vital role in constructing residential houses, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, educational institutions, healthcare centers, and various infrastructure ventures.

In February 2022, the market for mineral products, including aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and mortar, experienced a notable surge in demand in Britain during 2021, exhibiting double-digit growth. This remarkable recovery indicates a significant rebound from the slowdown caused by the pandemic in the previous year.

Merger and acquisition activities among market players

Major players in the market are involved in merger and acquisition activities, in order to gain a significant advantage in the market. For instance, in November, 2022, Rheinmetall (RHMG.DE), a Germany-based military equipment manufacturer, announced that it had reached to an agreement to purchase Expal Systems, a Spain-based company specialized in explosives and ammunition. The acquisition deal was valued at US $1.24 billion.

Government actions in the mining industry

Diverse industries greatly value mineral commodities, encompassing coal, metal ores, and rocks, due to their substantial importance. The role of coal in electricity generation is critical, while aluminum and bauxite are indispensable in construction and automotive sectors. Gypsum is extensively utilized in various applications, including cement production, wallboards, plaster of Paris, soil conditioners, and hardening retarders. Consequently, countries blessed with abundant mineral resources can leverage them to achieve macroeconomic stability, similar to oil and gas-rich nations. A lack of mining activities amplifies the dependence on mineral imports, which poses economic disadvantages. To tackle this, government mining departments invest in new mining projects to reduce reliance on mineral and coal imports. Such investments create profitable opportunities for expanding the global industrial explosives market. Furthermore, transformative initiatives like "Make in India" and the liberalization of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) up to 100% are expected to bring about revolutionary changes in India's metals and mining sector, presenting advantageous prospects for market growth.

In December 2022, key milestones achieved by the Mines Ministry in 2022 included the Geological Survey of India (GSI) conducting cutting-edge mineral exploration activities with advanced technology. Additionally, Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) intensified its endeavors to secure strategic minerals from countries like Australia, Argentina, and Chile. Other notable achievements encompassed the successful auctioning of 90 mineral blocks and the establishment of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) in 622 districts.