The Company undertakes market research assignments on a range of topics, most commonly relating to business development opportunities. A high level of commercial awareness is a distinguishing feature of the Company, combined with a thorough knowledge of the minerals and waste industries, and a sound appreciation of market research and analytical methods. In addition to providing companies with advice on marketing and business development strategies, we have undertaken the following market research assignments:-
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Research into the market prospects for an integrated service for the remediation of contaminated land on behalf of a major UK waste management company. This was undertaken by postal questionnaire issued to key target groups with follow-up telephone interviews.
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A market overview of the alternative uses and disposal outlets of cement kiln dust on behalf of a cement manufacturer, undertaken by a literature review and face-to-face interviews.
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Collection and collation of hydrogeological and other data relating to active and closed landfill sites in three southern counties. This was undertaken on behalf of
DETR as part of a national research project into the environmental impact of landfill sites in England and Wales, with the information processed using a geographical information system (GIS).
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Research into the market for a new effluent treatment service targeted towards the food and drink sector on behalf of a supplier of waste water treatment equipment.
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An assessment of the potential implications for new employment regulations upon the contracting industry, involving face-to-face interviews with important players, undertaken on behalf of a local
authority.
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Numerous market surveys relating to active and potential sites or geographical areas on behalf of mineral extraction and waste disposal contractors. In the case of potential sites this work has often been subsequently incorporated into need statements to accompany planning applications. The research will typically address demand for products and services, competitor activity, prices and future trends or developments.
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Research into the size and nature of markets for dry recyclable products and compost, including an assessment of the commercial threats to a proposed recycling scheme.
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Discreet pre-acquisition studies of several waste operations and assets on behalf of a major national waste management company.
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Collection and collation of data on waste arisings for various regions of the UK in connection with the business development programme of a major waste management company.
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Research concerning distribution, capacity and gate fees of clinical waste incinerators in south-east England and the demand for further facilities.
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Research and analysis of waste management facilities and markets, including incinerators, in connection with the development of landfill sites in various regions of the UK.
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Analysis of current and future UK waste incineration capacity in connection with several major waste facility development projects.
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Analysis of the role of incineration in meeting future waste management needs of various municipal authorities.
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Research and draft internationally applicable
technical guidance on hazardous waste
management, including the various types of thermal treatment, for a major pharmaceutical company.
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Research and develop best practice guidance for the Environment Agency on transfer stations and
MRFs.
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Research in landfill and transfer station availability in connection with bids for a waste management contract for Sheffield.
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Pre-acquisition market research into landfill prices in and around Coventry.
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