FECC 2012: Distributors Adapt Strategies to Changing Markets

摘要

The chemical distribution industry is evolving in Europe and distribu- tors are adapting their strategies to rapidly changing markets. Speakers at the European Association of Chemical Distributors (FECC) annual congress, currently taking place in Lisbon, analyzed these develop- ments and outlined the challenges faced by the sector. The worldwide chemical distribution market grew 4%-5% in 2011, according to pro- visional estimates, to ?121 billion, David Brown, director at consult- ing frm Chemagility (Farnham, U.K.) told FECC delegates. Europe accounts for about 35% of the total, Asia accounts for about 28%, and North America accounts for 25%.