Strategic Considerations In Mergers & Acquisition Activity In The Glass Industry - Part Ii

In order to grow in any industry, particularly in the glass industry, it is important to encourage the merger of two entities and/or outright acquisition of a rival company - eventually to reduce competition in the market. It is not so pervasive in the Indian glass or other material-based industry, although some M&A activities have been noted in the industry related to glass, such as the cement and paints sectors. These are relevant to the building construction industry with which the business of "float glass" companies are intimately linked. This article provides a glimpse of recent mergers and acquisitions, based on information from the USA and other sources.