Ambulance and Emergency Equipment: Global Markets

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Dec 18, 2014, 12:23 ET

LONDON, Dec. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The ambulance equipment industry experienced significant growth during the last decade due to the recession, an unstable health insurance environment, natural calamities and technological advancements. This BCC Research report analyzes present and future strategies within various segments of the ambulance and emergency medical services equipment market such as transportation equipment, blood and hemorrhage control devices, equipment used for burn care, diagnostics and infection control equipment, and cardiac, respiratory and hypothermia equipment. It also analyzes each market segment and its applications, regulatory environment, technology, market projections and market shares. Revenues are broken down by geographical region. Sales figures along with CAGRs are estimated for the five-year period from 2013 through 2018.

Use this report to:
- Measure the emergency patient care and transportation device/equipment market based on various factors and also receive the forecasts through 2018.
- Receive information on technological advancements and new product launches.
- Receive information on various factors driving the growth of the market.
- Receive information on the regulatory environment of the industry.

Highlights
- The global market for ambulance and emergency medical services (EMS) equipment in 2012 was $5.8 billion and reached $5.9 billion in 2013. At a 2.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2013 to 2018, this market is expected to rise to $6.8 billion in 2018.
- Infection control, as a segment, is projected to increase from $2.7 billion in 2013 to $3.3 billion by 2018, with a CAGR of 3.8% for the period of 2013 to 2018.
- Cardiac and respiratory, as a segment, is projected to increase from $2.4 billion in 2013 to $2.7 billion by 2018, with a CAGR of 2.2% for the period of 2013 to 2018.

INTRODUCTION

STUDY OBJECTIVES
Ambulance services provide a wide range of healthcare needs, which include non-emergency and emergency patient transport, urgent primary care and transportation to alternative healthcare sites. The ambulance equipment industry experienced significant growth during the last decade due to the recession, an unstable health insurance environment, natural calamities and technological advancements. The objective in conducting this study is to provide an overview of the current and future global market for ambulance and EMS equipment. The study measures and forecasts the emergency patient care and transportation device/equipment market based on various types. Geographic analysis of these markets is also provided in the study.

This report analyzes present and future strategies within various segments of the ambulance and emergency medical services equipment market such as transportation
equipment, blood and hemorrhage control devices, equipment used for burn care, diagnostics and infection control equipment, and cardiac, respiratory and hypothermia
equipment. The performance of the market, the setbacks and the needs of the market are discussed in this report. The classifications and usage of these types of equipment
are also discussed in this report.

A detailed analysis of the industry structure of the ambulance and emergency medical services equipment has been conducted. Revenues are broken down by geographical
region. Sales figures are estimated for the five-year period from 2013 through 2018. The report covers significant patents and their allotments in each category. This report
also lists newly approved products, recalls and safety alerts in this type of equipment.

REASONS FOR DOING THIS STUDY
The aim of prehospital care is to reduce systemic injury and manage life-threatening conditions to ensure the patient's safety. The EMS system was developed to provide a
uniform and high quality of care to patients. Extensive research in the field of ambulance and emergency medical services has revealed a specific need in injury control and various emergency health situations. Increasing competition and new technologies are directing the market in a new direction. New technological advancements, new product launches and the population's strenuous and fast lifestyle are expected to drive the growth of the market in the foreseeable future. This study looks at most of the factors affecting this market. Acquisition strategies and collaborations by companies are also covered in this report. This study also discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each equipment type in view of the new technologies, growing competition and changing customer needs.

CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE STUDY AND INTENDED AUDIENCE
This study contributes to manufacturers and users of ambulance and EMS equipment and medical devices. Hospitals and research institutes and physicians will also find this
study to be of interest. The study will allow the reader to gain insights into the current market and will help to forecast changes in the market. The information can help users
understand the market in terms of factors driving growth, factors limiting growth and key areas of prospects.

SCOPE OF THE STUDY
The scope study of this report includes a key market analysis, market drivers, industry constraints, competitive developments and market trends. BCC Research analyzes
each market segment and its applications, regulatory environment, technology, market projections and market shares. A complete geographical analysis of the market is also
presented in the report. The emerging market for ambulatory and EMS equipment includes countries such as India, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Canada, Africa, Australia
and New Zealand. Profiles of key market players are also covered in this report.

METHODOLOGY
Both primary and secondary research methodologies were used in preparing this study. BCC Research conducted a comprehensive literature search, which included technical
newsletters and journals, and many other sources. Data were collected through interviews and correspondence with technical experts manufacturing ambulance and
emergency equipment. Projections were based on estimates such as the current number of end users, potential end users, mergers and acquisitions and market trends.

INFORMATION SOURCES
Many companies were surveyed to obtain data for this study. Included were manufacturers and users of ambulance equipment and emergency medical services. Data were gathered from various industry sources. BCC Research spoke with officials within the industry, consulted newsletters, company literature, product literature and a host of technical articles, journals, indexes and abstracts. Exhaustive investigations of databases by key terminology were completed. In addition, data were compiled from
current financial, trade and government sources.

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