ADI Analytics was hired by a mining company to understand the adjacent markets that use silica sand and silica derivatives in various regions for the potential of a new plant. ADI was able to add value through the following contributions:
- Understand the adjacent markets for silica in these regions and evaluate growth potential
- Estimate volume of sand being used/purchased and type of silica product being used in process
- Identify target buyer companies and key contacts and plant locations
- Define end products being produced by target company with growth / market share outlook
- Summarize sand logistics and deliveries (e.g., truck, rail, etc.) and special silica treatment needs
- Identify current suppliers for target companies
