Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
The first commercial production of paint in Australia dates back to the 1850s. Over the past century, the Paint and Coatings Manufacturing industry recorded strong growth in line with Australia's industrial development, before entering a slower growth phase as the industry matured. Today, it remains a relatively important component of Australia's broader chemical segment.
One of the defining characteristics of the industry is the dominant position held by a few major players with a strong stable of national and global brand names within different price points and product segments. These major players operate on a vertically integrated basis so that competition occurs across the supply chain rather than just at the manufacturing level... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Products Chapter
The industry produces a wide range of paints, timber finishes and other surface coatings for the decoration and protection of surfaces against wear, weather and corrosion. The industry also produces thinners, mastics and fillers, which service a similar market. It is also involved in the manufacture of various ink products.
Architectural and decorative
The largest product segment by volume is estimated to be the architectural and decorative paints segment, which accounts for roughly half of all industry products. Included in this category are household paints, including interior and exterior waterborne (latex) paints and interior and exterior solvent-borne (oil) paints... purchase to read more