Big four jockey for position in industrial gases market

Article Abstract:

The world industrial gas market is undergoing consolidation, and the four main players are competing for leadership. There were rumors of a merger between Praxair and BOC, while BOC rejected a combined approach from Air Liquide and Air Products. BOC could still consider a merger. BOC ranks second in the world market, and Praxair ranks third, and a merger between the two would have left Air Liquide in second place, down from first place. BOC has carried out a restructuring program following a downturn in its Asian markets.

Industrial Gas Manufacturing, Industrial gases, Industry Overview, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Gas industry, British Oxygen Corp.

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Sterling fall cheers engineers

Article Abstract:

A drop in the value of pound sterling may help British engineering firms, though export volumes may not necessarily rise as pound sterling falls.

Exchange Rates, United Kingdom, Engineering services, Engineering firms, Pound (United Kingdom)

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The big squeeze

Article Abstract:

The trend toward consolidation of companies worldwide, and the impact of antitrust and regulatory bodies are examined in detail.

Acquisitions and mergers, Antitrust law

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