Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
John Logie Baird, a Scotsman, was the first person to demonstrate a working TV in 1926. After that, Britain led the way in TV manufacturing for some time. However, almost all TVs sold in Britain are now imported. Demand in the United Kingdom for consumer electronics, such as flat-panel TVs, MP3 players and high-definition DVDs, is growing. However, more often than not consumer electronics are being manufactured in foreign countries where labour costs are low.
The UK Consumer Electronics Manufacturing industry is expected to generate revenue of £2.32 billion in 2012-13, down 1.4% compared with 2011-12. The industry is highly globalised, with exports amounting to £2.37 billion and imports amounting to £7.53 billion in 2012-13... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Key Buyers Chapter
The top four industry players are expected to account for about 10% of industry revenue in 2012-13. Industry concentration has increased in certain segments over the past five years due to a thinning of the local manufacturing industry and market share gains by major players. However, products and markets in the industry have broadened. Local companies hold a small percentage of the overall UK market for consumer electronics... purchase to read more