Newly published market report: Romania Autos Report Q4 2009

PR Log (Press Release) – Nov 30, 2009 – The Romanian automotive market and industry have experienced an abrupt slowdown following the international credit crunch. The third and fourth quarters of 2008 saw a fall in automotive sales growth, which markedly worsened in Q109, according to the  Automotive Manufacturers and Importers Association (APIA). The decline in domestic car sales was marginally offset by a rise in the commercial vehicle segment. The slump in domestic sales was related to the introduction of the new environment tax, as well as restrictions on credit. Overall automotive sales in 2008 fell to 324,080 units in total, representing a fall of 11.7% year-on-year (y-o-y), with car sales down 14.1% while commercial vehicle sales rose by 2.0%. The decline has been caused by a moderation in economic growth and a reduction in the availability of credit, feeding into the performance of the country's automotive industry. Nevertheless, export sales increased some 26% in 2008, buoyed somewhat unexpectedly by sharp increases in sales to Germany, Italy and other West European markets. Despite a depressed local market, automotive production managed to strengthen slightly in 2008. Overall output was up 1.5% y-o-y to 245,308 units, car output was down 1.3% to 231,056 units, but commercial vehicles were up 87.4% to 14,241 units. Automotive growth is lower than the 13.2% recorded for the whole of 2007 as  Renault's Romanian subsidiary  Automobile Dacia approaches full capacity. This modest growth was due to the rise in exports counterbalancing the sudden decline in domestic sales. Nevertheless, the speed of the slowdown has been such that the outlook for 2009 is not at all promising. There are pressures facing Dacia in terms of rising wage costs and the effect of medium-term appreciation of the leu on prices on export markets. Even so, the Romanian automotive industry will be boosted by planned capacity expansion over the next five years. Renault is aiming to boost annual production capacity at Pitesti from 350,000 units in 2008 to 400,000 units in 2009. Renault is hoping to launch the new Mégane in Romania in 2009, followed by the Laguna Coupé. The company has so far relied on its existing models, such as the Symbol and the Mégane Sedan, for most of its sales increase. Operating as a wholly imported brand in Romania, Renault sold 32,308 vehicles in 2007, giving it a market share of 9.2%. However, a 30% y-o-y decline in sales to 22,073 units brought the manufacturer's market share down to 7.1% in 2008. As such, the commercial manager for Renault Romania, Jacques Daniel, revealed that the company is looking to achieve an 8% market share in Romania, although it has not revealed any sales target for this year.
         
Report Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
   SWOT Analysis
   Romania Autos Industry SWOT
   Romania Political SWOT
   Romania Economic SWOT
   Romania Business Environment SWOT
   Regional Overview
   Autos Mergers And Acquisitions
   Top Ten Auto Industry Deals
   Porsche And Volkswagen: Key Figures (2008)
   Cutting Down The Load
   Business Environment Ratings
   Western, Central And Eastern Europe Business Environment Ratings
   Industry Forecast Scenario
   Production And Sales
   Romania Autos Sector - Historical Data And Forecasts
   Trade
   Romania Autos Sector - Historical Data And Forecasts
   Economic Contribution
   Romania Autos Sector - Historical Data And Forecasts
   Macroeconomic Forecast Scenario
Table: Romania - Economic Activity
   Competitive Landscape
   Romanian Automotive Sector, 2008 (CBUs)
   Romania - Key Players In The Passenger Car Market (CBUs)
   Used Vehicles
   Ford Motor
   Automobile Dacia
   Labour Issues
   Suppliers
   Commercial Vehicles
   Romania - Commercial Vehicle Domestic Sales, 2008
   Romania - Top 10 Brands On The LCV And Minibus Market, 2006-2008 (CBUs)
   Romania - Top 10 Brands On The HCV And Bus Market, 2006-2008 (CBUs)
   PSA Peugeot Citroën
   Financial Woes
   Focus On Faurecia
   Merger Opportunity
   Eye On Eastern Europe
   Automobile Dacia
   Automobile Craiova
   Renault
   Continental
   Roman Brasov
   Country Snapshot: Romania Demographic Data
   Section 1: Population
   Section 2: Education And Healthcare
   Vital Statistics, 2005-2030
   Section 3: Labour Market And Spending Power
   Employment Indicators, 2001-2006
   Consumer Expenditure, 2005-2010 (US$)
   Average Annual Wages, 2006-2010
   BMI Methodology
   How We Generate Our Forecasting Model
   Sources
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Hire A Truck and Relocate Without Any Stress

PR Log (Press Release) – Nov 26, 2009 – You are moving to your new house that requires moving all things from a needle to a piano. Bringing all the pieces to your new house can be a tedious task. To make things easier, renting a truck is the best option. It is always a stressful activity to relocate to a new place and start afresh. If you are towing large loads over distances then it can be a headache for you.
To rent a truck can prove to be quit cost effective. It is best when compared to multiple trips back and forth with your own vehicle. It all depends on your financial condition. If you can spend a handsome amount then you can opt for door to door service. This will relieve you from the whole work of relocation. But in case you are on some budget, Auckland van rental services are the best.
Auckland Trucks are well maintained. There is no question of their malfunctioning or breakdown in the mid of the journey. Some of the features that should be taken care of:-
To make it easy to load and unload the different items, check if it has loading ramps with it.
To protect furniture pieces from damage, use furniture pads during transportation.
To safely secure your loaded items, tie it with down straps.
Anyway, your relocation process can be less stressful through following tips:
Demand and Supply: Book your truck in advance. Their demand is high on week days, festive seasons and end of the month. Research the companies. And you will find that their price varies from day to day, from month to month, from state to state. Better get an early reservation. Truck rental companies are more likely to give you a lower price if they know they still have half a dozen trucks vacant on that particular day.
Inspection and Understand: When you start filling the rental form, inspect the truck thoroughly. Look for dents, scratches, rust, latches and locks on the doors as well. This will help you in documentation and you will not be charged for the damage latter. Know the size of the truck in advance. Make sure that you have understood every clause of the agreement.
Insurance: Most of the companies offer optional insurance to cover the vehicle. This includes accident insurance, limited loss and damage waivers and cargo insurance. Go for the insurance coverage of the vehicle.
License: If you are driving yourself or hiring a driver, check that the license is updated.
Test Drive: Go for 30 min test drive on your truck to know if there are any oil leakages and any other problem relating to tyres, brakes, speedometer or windshield.
Lastly, get copies of all of the important documents from the rental company. This includes the rental agreement, a truck inspection sheet and any other paperwork that is suggested.
Sanjana Sharma is an author of this article. For more information about Auckland car rental, Auckland truck rental, Auckland van rental, minibus rental, rent a van, minibus hire, truck hire and van hire please follow this link http://www.jamesblond.co.nz/Truck-Rental-Auckland and http://www.jamesblond.co.nz/

Sonardyne To Supply Sentinel Intruder Detection Sonars As Part Of European Union Project

PR Log (Press Release) – Nov 25, 2009 – The Sentinels will be integrated into a new maritime command and control network that will combine satellite, sonar, CCTV and other sensor data to protect shipping, ports and harbours and critical infrastructure. This will help guard against a wide range of waterborne threats including those from unidentified ships where the port of call is in question.
           Sentinel IDS systems are operational worldwide protecting both commercial and military assets, critical energy and civilian infrastructure, VIPs and maritime borders. The system uses advanced sonar technology to provide a 360 degree, below water protection zone that can discriminate between genuine targets such as divers and swimmers and non-threats such as large fish or pleasure craft. Sentinel has been designed specifically for ease of use by security personnel and to meet the practical requirements of every day use.
The Sentinels for the new European contracts will be deployed to protect strategic shipping assets and in several European ports over the next six months to automatically detect, track and classify underwater threats at long ranges. The equipment being supplied will include Sonardyne’s latest sustained immersion sonar head which has been introduced for permanent, maintenance free installation as well as portable configuration Sentinels for rapid deployment from vessels visiting foreign ports.  
           Commenting on the contract, Rob Balloch, strategic development director for Sonardyne said, “We have worked very closely with our EU partners to meet their requirements for a diver detection sonar that will offer high performance in some very challenging operational scenarios.” He added, “The award of this contract demonstrates the strong confidence in both the capabilities of Sentinel and Sonardyne’s ability to provide innovative technology coupled with class-leading project and technical support.”
         Sonardyne International is based in Yateley, Hampshire, UK. The company also has regional operating subsidiaries in Houston, Aberdeen and Brazil and is recognised as a world leader in the design and manufacture of underwater acoustic positioning, inertial navigation, subsea communications and sonar technology systems for the offshore oil and gas, ocean scientific and maritime security industries. For further information on Sentinel please visit www.sonardyne.com
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European Sales enquiries contact:
Ross Gooding - Maritime Security Business Development Manager
Tel: +44 7827352925
Sonardyne International Ltd, Blackbushe Business Park, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6GD UK
Tel: +44 (0)1252 872288   Fax: +44 (0)1252 876100      
www.sonardyne.com
Email: ross.gooding@sonardyne.com

From Biker to business success

PR Log (Press Release) – Nov 23, 2009 – There are 3 significant dates in Colin Fribbens life – 1989, 2005 and 2009. In 1989, as a biker, he walked into a courier office and in true BNI fashion said ‘I need a referral – where am I going to deliver your next item?’ His lust for the open road on his Kawasaki made him a star delivery guy and it was not long before he was running the show.  
After a 17-year apprenticeship with an owner who he deeply respected he formed his own courier company.  And now, just 4 years later, the award of Best Small Business in Exeter Award 2009 is his latest honour.   Each year the FSB hold these awards and they are a signal to great small businesses.  Congratulations flooded into Colin’s office from customers and BNI members when the news broke. In support Nigel Hillier, Chairman Exeter FSB said “he works long hours to provide a quality service and product, often without recognition”
“The Awards identify great customer service, dedication and reliability” said David Dexter honorary National Secretary FSB. “These awards celebrate excellence of the businesses that are the lifeblood of this country” he went on to say.
The Lord Mayor of Exeter presented the awards.  In his address he told the owners and staff of the businesses “On behalf of the city I want to thank you for the tremendous job you are doing during this long recession”,
“I aim to give a best same day service in the area.  When I entered this competition I never dreamt that I had a chance of Gold.  It goes to show that a little determination and a positive target gets results” said Colin.  “Being a member of BNI has taught me a lot about presentation and business.  Without my membership I would not have progressed so far and so fast” he went on to say.  
Perhaps members spotted his success earlier than the award as they made him Education guru.  Every Thursday Rougemont Chapter welcome his individual style and comments. His motto could be “do not do as I say, do as I do”. His chiding of the regional Director is typical.  The director, having spent 10 minutes talking about referrals, Colin noted that every member had brought some. “So you don’t have a referral” he said to Clive. The chagrin of it all! A timely lesson to members from Colin.

Addison-based Cavanaugh Flight Museum Names Gil Geddes To Director Of Events

PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 20, 2009 – (ADDISON, Texas)  – The Cavanaugh Flight Museum has named Gil Geddes as its new director of events. Geddes has more than 18 years experience of special events management. He will oversee a new fundraising initiative that will expand the scope and type of events held at the museum.
“Gil’s expertise will be extremely valuable as we implement our 2010 events-driven strategy,” says Doug Jeanes, Cavanaugh Flight Museum director.    
Geddes previously served as director of events for the Frontiers of Flight Museum at Dallas Love Field. Prior to that position he spent 11 years in the Dallas-Fort Worth event industry with responsibilities for day-to-day management and production of special events.
Mr. Geddes holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi.
The Cavanaugh Flight Museum in Addison houses historically significant aircraft from WWI era (replicas), 1930’s, WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War periods.  
Unlike most aviation museums, many of the aircraft on display fly regularly at air shows throughout the county. The collection is noteworthy for its high standards of restoration and a number of aircraft have received awards for restoration quality.
The Cavanaugh Flight Museum also houses an art gallery featuring an outstanding collection of aviation art.
The museum is open from 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday and from 11 am – 5 pm on Sunday. It is located at 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison, Texas on the East side of Addison Airport.
For more information, visit, www.cavanaughflightmuseum.com.

Road Haulage Industry Helping the Environment with Walking Floor Trailers

PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 18, 2009 – Road haulage companies are doing their bit for the environment as more operators are investing in walking floor trailers to transport recyclable materials.
The trailers have only recently been introduced to the UK, and are attracting more attention from haulage firms as the demand for transport of recyclable materials increases due to taxation on landfill.
Replacing the traditional tipper trailer in its ability to carry a large volume of materials efficiently, the walking floor trailer is essential for transporting recyclable materials, which can be expensive to move in small quantities.
Andrew Smith, Managing Director of UK firm Newton Trailers, said: “Though they’ve been around in Europe for some time, walking floor trailers remain fairly new to the UK.
“They are an efficient way to carry recyclable goods as they can carry a greater amount of materials safely, and as much as 30 per cent more than your average tipper trailer.
“We have certainly seen more and more interest in walking floor trailers, with a slow growth in sales despite an economic downturn.”
Daniel Parry, Managing Director of Delivery Quote Compare, a price comparison site for transport operators, said he was pleased to see the transport sector doing its bit to implement green initiatives.
He said: “An increase in the use of walking floor trailers in the UK demonstrates how the transport sector, particularly road haulage companies, can help implement green initiatives.
“In assisting companies to recycle, the industry is playing a massive part in creating a more eco-friendly society.
“As a referral site, our company, deliveryquotecompare.com itself operates within a green framework by offering opportunities for transport operators to schedule deliveries in with existing jobs. In turn, this allows transport companies to run at full capacity.
“We hope to see more of this kind of activity within the transport sector in the future.”
For hundreds of live requests for delivery services, or for quotes for all your shipping, transportation and courier services, visit the Delivery Quote Compare website at http://www.deliveryquotecompare.com/.  
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Meet the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Lease Special!

PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 17, 2009 – $179.00/Month for a 36-month lease. $2,499.00 due at signing. (Excludes title, tax, options and dealer fees.)
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