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  • Global Capnography Devices Market 2021-2025: Market is Poised to Grow by $526.20 Million - Increasing Prevalence of Respiratory Diseases & Favorable Regulatory Guidelines - ResearchAndMarkets.com

    The "Global Capnography Devices Market 2021-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

  • United Kingdom Home Insurance Market Report 2021: Consumer Motivations, Experiences and Opinions

    Dublin, April 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "UK Home Insurance Market 2021: Consumer Research Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report examines the motivations, experiences and opinions of the UK home insurance customer. It will identify and analyse consumer attitudes towards motor insurance, look at the claims experience of drivers, and investigate why they choose one route to purchase over another. In addition, it will explore how price sensitivity is impacting the market and how COVID-19 has affected behaviours and experiences. Similar research was run in 2019 and comparisons between results in 2019 and 2021 are also made. In 2021, 73% of consumers said they owned any type of home insurance, which is marginally up on the percentage in 2019. When taking out home insurance consumers show a preference for combined contents and buildings insurance and they prefer to buy standalone policies: relatively few own home insurance policies as part of a multicover insurance or which came with a packaged bank account. A new customer journey begins each year. Each year, over 90% of combined buildings and contents home insurance policyholders are existing policyholders and their choice comes down to either renewing with an existing provider (around half renew each year) or switching from one provider to another (around four-in-ten switch each year). For contents only and building only insurance a greater proportion of policyholders embarking on a new customer journey each year are new market entrants - i.e., buying home insurance for the first time. Even if renewing, policyholders generally still embark on a new customer journey: over eight-in-ten of policyholders owning combined cover who renew still search for alternatives policies and/or negotiate for a revised deal from their provider before they agree to renew. Between 2019 and 2021, across all three home insurance policy types, the incidence of claiming in the past five years has declined. Across all three policy types in 2021, less than 10% of policyholders had claimed within the past year. The claims process seems to run smoothly for most claimants. One-third of home insurance policyholders have been impacted by COVID-19 when it comes to their motor insurance. The most common actions/experiences centre on premiums - either switching provider/policy to save money or being offered a rebate by their provider. The policyholders most impacted by COVID-19 tend to be younger professional policyholders, aged under the age of 45, from the AB social grades, who have made a recent claim. Other findings from the report, include: Most insurance policyholders are price focused. A majority put price first when evaluating a policy and cover second. However, the final price paid, and the level of cover achieved by policyholders is often the outcome of policyholder/insurance provider negotiation: almost seven in ten policyholders negotiate with their provider before buying a policy.When looking for insurance deals at the start of a customer journey, price comparison websites (PCWs) are by far the most popular resource. When it comes to purchasing, policyholders tend to buy their policies either directly from the provider or via PCWs, with PCWs the main channels for purchasing.Just over one-in-ten policyholders have Smart Home telematics installed in their homes and penetration has declined over 2019 and 2021, but there has been a slight increase in a willingness to get Smart Home technology installed. Key Topics Covered: 1. Executive Summary Over seven-in-ten consumers own home insuranceThere is potential for home telematics insurance, but current uptake is lowThe customer journey merry-go-roundPolicyholders like to discover deals online, mainly via PCWsPolicies are purchased primarily via PCWsHome insurance purchasers are price focusedBrands are important but are not everythingMost policyholders have a good experienceLess than one-in-ten have claimed in the past yearThe claims process seems to run smoothly for mostAlmost one-third have been impacted by COVID-19 2. Introduction 3. Profile of the Insured Over seven-in-ten adults own any type of home insuranceHome insurance policyholders like to minimise their risks 4. The Type of Insurance Owned Consumers prefer buying combined buildings and contents coverHomeowners represent almost seven-in-ten insured adultsMost policyholders buy standalone policiesMost policyholders pay for their insurance annuallyThere is potential for home telematics insurance but current uptake is low 5. The Customer Journey Begins Most policy buyers are repeating a purchaseAge, tenure and social grade prime influences on actionThe importance of the renewal promptWith over one-third switching provider, loyalty is in short supplyAnd the revolving door of switching continues to turnSwitching is strongly price ledMost of those renewing also start a new journeyConfident managerial policyholders the most likely to search before renewingAlmost half of those renewing without searching still try and get a better deal 6. Buying a Policy: Finding the Right Deal Price comparison websites the prime research resourceBuildings only policyholders the most likely to seek professional advicePCWs facilitate switchingEase of use and information the key positives of PCWsThe PCW dominance is here to stayPolicies are purchased primarily from PCWs 7. Policy Acquisition: Price Negotiation By their nature, policyholders are price sensitiveAffluence and willingness to switch key determinants of price focusBrands are important but they are not everythingThe final price/cover offer is the result of a negotiated settlementBut can consumers negotiate from a position of strength?It's the volume of paperwork that limits knowledge 8. Being a Policyholder For most policyholders, owning a policy is a problem-free experienceOnline policy management now becoming the normMajor decline in claimingThose employed in managerial occupations the most likely to claimThe claims process goes smoothly for most claimants, resulting in high levels of satisfaction 9. Impact of COVID-19 One-third of policyholders have been impacted by COVID-19 For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/cvbodu CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

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  • The global automotive engineering services market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from USD 153.3 billion in 2021 to USD 253.9 billion by 2027

    Factors such as the increasing demand for connected vehicles, increasing EV sales, and adoption of advanced technologies are expected to boost the market. However, high investment risk and increasing competition are the key challenges in the automotive engineering services market.New York, April 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Automotive Engineering Services Market by Application, Service, Location & Vehicle - Forecast to 2027" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05797425/?utm_source=GNW Increasing concerns over air pollution and global warming have forced the governments of several countries to enforce strict emission policies and regulations for ICE vehicles.Increasing adoption of electric vehicles is expected to change the outlook of the automotive engineering services market.More EV sales would accentuate the need to develop new battery technologies, new chassis and exterior designs, and advanced transmission systems for these vehicles.EV manufacturers such as Tesla, Nissan, and BAIC outsource the design and development of new technologies and solutions to tier 1 engineering companies.This trend is likely to grow with the rise in EV sales and would drive the automotive engineering services market during the forecast period.The introduction of autonomous vehicles is expected to transform commuting.ADAS technologies have significantly reduced the complexity of driving with features such as lane monitoring and emergency braking, stability controls.Autonomous vehicles rely on advanced technologies such as LiDAR, radars, ultrasonic sensors, and high-definition cameras to collect data.This data is analyzed by an onboard smart autonomous driving system to maneuver the vehicle safely.Algorithms used in autonomous vehicles increase driving accuracy.The benefits are then shared with all the other vehicles as well.Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, General Motors, and Google plan to launch fully autonomous vehicles in the coming years. These vehicles would require automotive engineering services, including newly designed chassis systems and body controls, new electronic components, advanced vehicle aerodynamics, and stability solutions.Major OEMs and e-hailing service providers such as General Motors, Ford, Uber, Lyft, and Waymo have launched robo-taxi trials in the US.Passengers can hail a self-driving cab from a dedicated application.The US became the first country to fully deploy robo-taxis for public transportation.Companies such as Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, General Motors, and Waymo also plan to launch fully autonomous vehicles in the coming years.In March 2018, Nissan announced plans to deploy ProPILOT in 20 models by 2022.The increasing focus on autonomous driving systems would require OEMs to incorporate more cruise control features and advanced safety systems for semi-autonomous vehicles.This is further expected to generate more opportunities for engineering services companies, especially in the autonomous vehicles space. However, the negative impact of COVID-19 might delay the development and deployment of autonomous driving systems. For example, Ford delayed the rollout of autonomous vehicles till 2022, from earlier announced 2021.The passenger cars segment is expected to be the largest and the fastest segment in the forecast.According to OICA, passenger car production hit around 55 million units in 2020 despite the COVID-19 outbreak.This production volume is expected to be the major driver for the growth of the automotive engineering services market.The passenger vehicles segment is the most focused vehicle segment for service providers.Technologies used in these vehicles are frequently changing due to the high demand from consumers for luxurious and ADAS features.Also, government regulations for emissions are frequently changing, influencing the manufacturers to increase the EV output ranges and offer energy-efficient as well as low maintenance technologies to consumers.Increasing urbanization and evolving customer needs have influenced global passenger car sales in recent years.The automotive engineering services market has grown significantly in the passenger car segment due to the increasing customer demand for connectivity and safety features.The growing demand for digital connectivity features is supported by a wide network coverage of 5G connectivity and the installation of IoT devices in premium sedans and SUVs.In the present scenario, customers want eco-friendly mobility combined with communication.This creates an opportunity for OEMs to offer more connectivity features in their upcoming vehicles.Hence, the demand for various automotive engineering services is set to increase during the forecast period.For instance, in 2020, Altran and 5TONIC collaborated on 5G mobile projects to improve the reliability and performance of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in cars.Outsource is expected to be the fastest location segment in the forecast period.The increasing consumer demand for advanced vehicle connectivity services would fuel the market for outsourcing during the forecast period.OEMs are likely to focus on increasing their outsourcing of automotive engineering services as they prefer the flexibility to meet customers’ specific demand in all regional markets.The research and testing of connected cars and cybersecurity are major challenges that contribute to a high number of software changes and software management services.Thus, the OEMs that gain the most value from their collaborations with the engineering service providers will be the ones to select their external partners and ensure that projects stay on track.All these benefits of outsourcing will have a positive impact on the overall market.Also, ongoing developments in the field of EV batteries are targeted toward improving the range of electric vehicles, with most major manufacturers of EV batteries innovating in battery design and chemistry to extend the range of EVs to eliminate the requirement for regular charging.This also favors the outsourcing of automotive engineering services for battery management.In-depth interviews were conducted with CEOs, marketing directors, other innovation and technology directors, and executives from various key organizations operating in this market.• By Company Type: Tier I - 23%, Engineering Service Providers - 32%, and OEMs - 45%• By Designation: C Level - 61%, D Level - 23%, and Others - 16%• By Region: North America - 30%, Europe - 38%, and Asia Pacific - 32%The automotive engineering services market is dominated by global players such as Capgemini (France), IAV Automotive Engineering (Germany), Tech Mahindra (India), AKKA Technologies (Belgium), and Bertrandt AG (Germany).Research Coverage:The study covers the automotive engineering services market across various segments.It aims at estimating the market size and future growth potential of this market across different segments such as service type, application, location, vehicle type, and region.The study also includes an in-depth competitive analysis of key players in the market, along with their company profiles, key observations related to product and business offerings, recent developments, and acquisitions.Key Benefits of Buying the Report:• The report will help market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximations of revenue numbers for the overall automotive engineering services market and its subsegments.• This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to better position their businesses and plan suitable go-to-market strategies.• The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05797425/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001

  • RGC Coffee Appoints David Kastle as Vice President, Business Development

    RGC Coffee Inc. (RGC), a worldwide coffee supplier, is pleased to welcome David Kastle as their new Vice President - Business Development. Mr. Kastle joins RGC after more than ten years with Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee where he was Senior Vice-President of Trading. Based in Seattle, Mr. Kastle is a longtime coffee professional with more than twenty years’ trading experience. He joins RGC’s trading team to drive growth, opportunity and relationships within the coffee realm.

  • 2021 Report on 5G Capacity Potential - More Than 500 Gigabytes/Sub/Month - ResearchAndMarkets.com

    The "5G Capacity Potential - More Than 500 Gigabytes/Sub/Month" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

  • Global $4.47 Bn Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Housing Market to 2025: Opportunities in Housing with Integrated Cooling Systems

    Dublin, April 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Housing Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Battery Housing Materials, Component, Cell Format, and Application, Supply Chain Analysis, Country Analysis, and Impact of COVID-19 - Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global EV battery housing market generated revenue of $873.4 million in 2020 and is expected to reach $4,478.0 million by 2025 at a CAGR of 36.9%. The report constitutes an extensive study of the global EV battery housing market. It includes a thorough analysis of different vehicle types as well as different materials used in the EV battery housing systems. In terms of volume, the total demand for EV battery housing material in 2020 was 279.7 kilotons which is expected to increase to 1,167.3 kilotons in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 31.5% during the forecast period. Growing penetration of EVs across the globe, increasing EV range, and battery capacity coupled with demand for robust vehicle design is benefitting the market growth. The EV battery housing market has further been segmented in terms of cell format, which helps in understanding the material requirements in battery enclosures of different battery packs. It further explains the driving forces, challenges, and growth opportunities of the EV battery housing market. Major players have been identified on the basis of revenue generation pertaining to the EV battery housing market, regional presence, and developments related to battery enclosure systems. A detailed company profiling has been done in order to understand the player's strategic behavior. Moreover, the country analysis has also been done in order to have a clear picture of the EV battery housing market. Different countries based on the adoption of the EV technology, battery production, battery enclosure manufacturing, and ongoing developments in the regions by the government as well as the private entities are some of the factors based on which countries growth rate has been calculated.Competitive LandscapeIn the recent past, partnership and new product launches have been the major recent activities in this industry. The growth in demand for advanced and light battery enclosure systems has made its providers focus on differentiated products, mainly based on aluminum and composite materials. SGL Carbon, Novelis Inc., Nemak, S.A.B., de C.V., Constellium SE, Gestamp Automocion, UACJ Corporation, GF Linamar LLC, Hanwha Advanced Materials, Minth, Continental Structural Plastics, Thyssenkrupp AG, TRB Lightweight, Hitachi Metals, Ltd., POSCO, Norsk Hydro ASA Key Questions Answered in this Report: What are the underlying structures resulting in the emerging trends within the global EV battery housing market?What is the current and future production of EVs and battery packs in different regions?What are the driving factors for the global EV battery housing market from 2019 to 2025?Which factors are impeding the growth of the global EV battery housing market?What are the growth opportunities and critical success factors for participants to compete in this market?Who are the major players, and what strategic measures are being taken to increase their presence and market share?Who is supplying battery enclosure materials to battery pack manufacturers and the OEMs?Which material will be a prominent choice for EV battery housing manufacturers, battery pack manufacturers, and EV manufacturers?Which application will lead the global EV battery housing market by 2025?Which region will lead the global EV battery housing market by 2025?How did the industry evolve till 2020, and how is it expected to involve by 2025?What are the key developmental strategies which are implemented by the key players to sustain in the competitive market?What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global EV battery housing market? Key Topics Covered: 1 Markets1.1 Industry Outlook1.1.1 Electric Vehicle Trends: Current and Future1.1.2 EV Battery Housing Market: Overview1.1.2.1 Timeline: Evolution of EV Battery Industry1.1.2.2 Increasing EV Range: Decreasing Battery Pack Weight1.1.2.3 Securing the Supply of Lithium-Ion Batteries by EV Manufacturers1.1.3 Supply Chain Analysis/MAP1.2 Business Dynamics1.2.1 Business Drivers1.2.1.1 Increasing Demand for EVs Globally1.2.1.1.1 Rising Concern Toward the Environment1.2.1.1.2 Increasing Government Support1.2.1.2 Growing EV Battery Production and Robust Design Requirements1.2.1.3 Continuously Declining Price of Li-Ion Battery1.2.2 Business Challenges1.2.2.1 Solid-State Batteries1.2.2.2 Lack of Standardization1.2.2.3 Underdeveloped Value Chain for Raw Materials in Developing Countries1.2.3 Partnerships and Collaborations1.2.4 Product Launches1.2.5 Business Opportunities1.2.5.1 Light Weight Battery Housing Systems: From Steel to Aluminum1.2.5.2 Housing with Integrated Cooling Systems1.2.5.3 Composite Battery Housings: Lightweight and Safe2 Application2.1 Application and Specification2.1.1 Market Application and Specification Based on Cell Format2.1.1.1 Pouch Cell2.1.1.2 Cylindrical Cell2.1.1.3 Prismatic Cell2.1.2 Market Application and Specification Based on Vehicle Type2.1.2.1 Plug-In Hybrid Electric Car2.1.2.2 Battery Electric Car2.1.2.3 E-Bus2.1.2.4 E-Truck2.2 Demand Analysis of EV Battery Housing Market (by Cell Format)2.3 Demand Analysis of EV Battery Housing Market (by Vehicle Type)3 Products3.1 Global EV Battery Housing Market: Material and Specificationsa. Steel b. Aluminum c. Glass Fiber-reinforcede Polymer (GFRP) d. Carbon Fiber-reinforced Polymer (CFRP) 3.2 Demand Analysis of EV Battery Housing Market (by Material)3.3 Product Benchmarking: Growth Rate - Market Share Matrix3.3.1 Opportunity Matrix, by Region3.3.2 Opportunity Matrix, by Material3.4 Technology Roadmap4 Region5 Markets - Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles5.1 Who Supplies Whom?5.2 Company Profiles SGL CarbonNovelis Inc.Nemak, S.A.B. de C.V.Constellium SEGestamp Automocion, S.A.UACJ CorporationGF Linamar LLCHanwha Advanced MaterialsMinth GroupContinental Structural Plastics (CSP)ThyssenKrupp AGTRB LightweightHitachi Metals, Ltd.POSCONorsk Hydro ASA For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/bu5ps4 CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

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  • Euro 2020: England get Wembley fixture boost for potential final run

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  • Cold Case killing: Man appears at Old Bailey to deny 1983 murder

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  • Schlumberger signals improving international drilling activity

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  • UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC. Files Its 2020 Annual Report on Form 20-F

    HONG KONG, April 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC. (“uCloudlink” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UCL), the world’s first and leading mobile data traffic sharing marketplace, today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on April 23, 2021. The annual report can be accessed on uCloudlink’s investor relations website at https://ir.ucloudlink.com. The Company will also provide a hard copy of the annual report containing its audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and American Depositary Share holders upon request. Requests should be directed to the Company’s Investor Relations Department at ir@ucloudlink.com. About UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC. uCloudlink is the world’s first and leading mobile data traffic sharing marketplace, pioneering the sharing economy business model for the telecommunications industry. The Company’s products and services deliver unique value propositions to mobile data users, handset and smart-hardware companies, mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) and mobile network operators (MNOs). Leveraging its innovative cloud SIM technology and architecture, the Company has redefined the mobile data connectivity experience by allowing users to gain access to mobile data traffic allowance shared by network operators on its marketplace, while providing reliable connectivity, high speeds and competitive pricing. For more information, please visit: https://ir.ucloudlink.com Safe Harbor Statement This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. uCloudlink may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about uCloudlink’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: uCloudlink’s strategies; uCloudlink’s future business development, financial condition and results of operations; uCloudlink’s ability to increase its user base and usage of its mobile data connectivity services, and improve operational efficiency; competition in the global mobile data connectivity service industry; changes in uCloudlink’s revenues, costs or expenditures; governmental policies and regulations relating to the global mobile data connectivity service industry, general economic and business conditions globally and in China; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to uCloudlink’s business operations and the economy in China and elsewhere generally; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of the press release, and uCloudlink undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. For investor and media inquiries, please contact: In China: UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC.Bob ShenTel: +852-2180-6111E-mail: ir@ucloudlink.com The Piacente Group, Inc.Yang SongTel: +86-10-6508-0677E-mail: UCL@tpg-ir.com In the United States: The Piacente Group, Inc. Brandi PiacenteTel: +1-212-481-2050E-mail: UCL@tpg-ir.com

  • The air-to-air refueling market size is projected to grow from an estimated USD 501 million in 2020 to USD 851 million by 2025, at a CAGR of 11.2%

    during the forecast period. Increasing demand for air-to-air refueling systems to support overseas deployments, increased defense expenditure of countries, development of advanced aerial tankers, and increase in combat aircraft procurement are some of the key factors driving the growth in the air-to-air refueling market.New York, April 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Air-to-Air Refueling Market by System, Component, Aircraft Type, Type, End User, Region - Global Forecast to 2025" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05805216/?utm_source=GNW The increasing demand for autonomous refueling is one of the lucrative opportunities for air-to-air refueling system providers during the forecast period.The outbreak of COVID-19 and its resultant lockdowns and supply chain disruptions have adversely affected the aerospace and defense industry, with the suspension and delay of new defense procurement and maintenance projects.OEMs have been significantly affected due to restrictions and the temporary halts in production, while the impact on the aftermarket has been comparatively lower due to the basic maintenance and monitoring requirements of combat aircraft.For instance, in October 2020, the Boeing KC-46A Pegasus in-flight refueling tanker program reported a USD 67 million loss due to coronavirus disruptions resulting in production inefficiencies.Based on end user, the aftermarket segment accounts for the largest market size during the forecast periodBased on end user, the air-to-air refueling market has been segmented into OEM and Aftermarket.The aftermarket segment is estimated to lead the air-to-air refueling market during the forecast period.The aftermarket companies offer complete maintenance, repair, and overhaul services.For example, damaged components of air-to-air refueling systems, such as hydraulic systems, fuel management systems, and safety systems, are considered for maintenance, repair, and overhaul.The aftermarket also offers repairing services for over-the-counter products in case hydraulic components such as pumps, couplings, and nozzles are damaged beyond repair.Based on the aircraft type, the fixed wing segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast periodBased on aircraft type, fixed-wing segment is estimated to lead air-to-air refueling market during forecast period.A fixed wing aircraft attains flight using wings fixed to the fuselage to generate the necessary lift using the forward motion of the aircraft.The fixed wing aircraft segment is experiencing growth as it can be used for longer travel distances and have better aerodynamic structures than rotary wing aircraft. Fixed wing aircraft can also take flight in challenging conditions and environments.North America is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.North America is one of the leading markets for air-to-air refueling systems in terms of research and development activities, deployment, and the presence of key market players.The major countries under this region are the US and Canada.The US leads the air-to-air refueling market in North America.The military aviation sector in North America is growing steadily, consequently created a significant demand for air-to-air refueling systems.The presence of major players, OEMs, and component manufacturers are one of the key factors expected to boost the air-to-air refueling market in North America.The US is expected to drive the growth of the North American air-to-air refueling market.An increasing number of military aircraft upgrade programs, ongoing research and development of advanced military aircraft platforms, and the presence of major systems and components manufacturers are expected to lead to a surge in demand for air-to-air refueling systems in North America during the forecast period.The break-up of profile of primary participants in the air-to-air refueling market:• By Company Type: Tier 1 – 49%, Tier 2 – 37%, and Tier 3 – 14%• By Designation: C Level – 55%, Director Level – 27%, and Others – 18%• By Region: North America – 55%, Europe – 27%, Asia Pacific – 9%, RoW – 9%Major players operating in the air-to-air refueling market Cobham plc (UK), Eaton Corporation (US), Airbus (Netherlands), Boeing (US), and GE Aviation (US).among others.Research Coverage:This research report categorizes the air-to-air refueling market by component (pumps, valves, nozzles, hoses, boom, probes, fuel tanks, pods, and others), system (probe & drogue, boom refueling, and autonomous), aircraft type (fixed wing and rotary wing), type (manned and unmanned), end user (OEM and aftermarket) in these segments have been mapped across major regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World (the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa).The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the air-to-air refueling market.A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overviews; solutions and services; key strategies; agreements, collaborations, new product launches, contracts, expansion, acquisitions, and partnerships associated with the air-to-air refueling market.Reasons to buy this report:The report will help the market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall air-to-air refueling market and the subsegments.This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to position their businesses better and to plan suitable go-to-market strategies.The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.The report provides insights on the following pointers:• Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on air-to-air refueling system offered by the top players in the market• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the air-to-air refueling market• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyzes the air-to-air refueling market across varied regions• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the air-to-air refueling market• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies and service offerings of leading players in the air-to-air refueling marketRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05805216/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. 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