Following is a selection of recent market research reports prepared by the foreign offices of the U.S. Commercial Service. Please click on the links below to access each report. To search for additional reports, please go to www.export.gov/mrktresearch.

Provided by the Milwaukee Export Assistance Center. Last update: 7/7/2011

Poland: Municipal Water and Wastewater Opportunities - 2011

The market for water/wastewater equipment has grown steadily over the last few years and is expected to increase rapidly. U.S. exports of water/wastewater equipment to Poland have grown significantly over the past few years. While U.S. products are considered to be of the best quality, they face strong competition from European suppliers, especially from Germany, Sweden, and France.

http://buyusainfo.net/docs/x_393935.pdf

European Union: EU Marking, Labeling and Packaging – An Overview

There is a broad array of EU legislation pertaining to the marking, labeling and packaging of products, with neither an “umbrella” law covering all goods nor any central directory containing information on marking, labeling and packaging requirements. This overview is meant to provide the reader with a general introduction to the multitude of marking, labeling, and packaging requirements or marketing tools to be found in the EU.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_366090.pdf

Japan: Electric Power Industry

The electric power industry in Japan is controlled by 10 regional electric power utilities. These power companies imported US$ 687 million worth of products in 2009, of which the share of U.S.-made products was 71.4%. Nuclear accidents at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Plant, caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami, are having a strong impact on the Japanese nuclear and overall electric power industries.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_1522319.pdf

Philippines: Clinical Laboratory Market

Philippine importation of clinical laboratory products grew by more than $9 million or by 71% -- from $13.2 million in 2009 to $22.4 million in 2010. Industry attributed this growth to upgrades undertaken by private and government clinical laboratories, in order to address market demands. U.S. market share in 2010 was at 12%.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_8685520.pdf

Peru: Food Processing and Packaging Equipment

Peru’s economy is one of the most successful and stable in Latin America. In 2010, the trade of Peruvian agricultural products from Peru in domestic markets and abroad experienced tremendous growth. The majority of the machinery used in the food processing and packaging industry in Peru is purchased from abroad. U.S. equipment dominated the food processing and packing industry in 2010.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_1834800.pdf

Indonesia: Medical Equipment and Supplies

With over 237 million people and steady economic growth, Indonesia presents excellent opportunities for U.S. companies. Increases in public awareness in healthcare and social conditions and the expansion of public and private hospitals have led to increased demand for more sophisticated and modern medical equipment and supplies. Total imports of medical equipment grew from $508 million in 2009 to $543 million in 2010, with U.S. imports accounting for 20 percent of this market.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_5393934.pdf

Ecuador: 2011 Hotel/Restaurant Equipment Market Brief

Industry experts estimate the total market for hotel/restaurant equipment in Ecuador in 2011 to be $52 million. Imports are estimated at $26 million. Domestic production accounts for 60 percent of the total market. The U.S. dominates the import market with a 40 percent market share.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_2512747.pdf

Mexico: Laboratory and Scientific Instruments Sector Update

Given the significant amount of manufacturing that takes place locally, Mexico is an excellent market for laboratory and scientific instruments. According to the Mexican Council for Science and Technology, the import market for these products is valued at nearly US $98.9 billion with the U.S. as the largest foreign supplier. Japan and Germany are the second and third largest foreign suppliers respectively.

http://www.buyusainfo.net/docs/x_6815274.pdf