11% Growth in HVACR Contributed by Smart Cities is a Key Driver
Opportunity assessment of Copper tubes in MENA covers growth trends and future market potential for copper tubes in the fast growing HVAC segment. LME stabilisation of copper price has made copper tubes projects attractive and increased demand from the HVAC segment has led to OEM expansions. For a new market entrant, it is imperative to note that LME price of copper is very volatile and hedging is required to offset risk. Prudent project management for establishing new plants and new geographic entries is important to offset price fluctuations. OEMs expansion plans to meet attractive HVAC growth rates make this market an attractive entry option.