
Transportation equipment manufacturers focus on production of transport products and parts for individual, corporate, military and government sectors. The industry is affected by a variety of regulations. While compliance can cause challenges, it also presents opportunities for product development and increased sales. Resulting innovation drives purchases of new equipment that meets safety and environmental standards and operates with increased efficiency. In some segments, manufacturers face intense foreign competition. To remain competitive, businesses are focusing on lowering manufacturing costs and embracing innovation. Sustained population growth will help drive an increasing demand for transportation as more goods and people need to be moved worldwide.
Industry InsightsRecreational Vehicles: An Industry Stuck in Park The U.S. Auto Industry – It’s North vs. South All Over Again Platinum: Auto Production Decline Driving Demand Down Motorcycles: Year-Over-Year Growth Increasing Slowly; Fuel Efficiency Driving Increased Demand Truck & Trailer: New Sales and Used Values Dropping Automotive: U.S. Manufacturers in a Crunch AdVisory™ InsightsContainer & Chassis: Containers industry - strong; Chassis industry - weak Rail: U.S. Department of Transportation projects demand will rise Truck & Trailer: Sales of declining by almost 50% in 2007 |
SuccessesEnhancing Brand Equity Value Yields Support for Expansion Financing Millions in Tax Savings Identified for Major Automaker Fully Integrated Asset Optimization Program Successfully Deployed Return on Idle and Excess Machinery Maximized Through Timely Disposition Appraisal Supports Large Asset-Based Loan to Aircraft Manufacturer Early-Stage Valuation Conducted of Highly Specialized Material and Manufacturing Techniques Valued Defense Contracts of Combat Aircraft Component Manufacturer, Including Product Line Useful Life Analyses, to Estimate the Value of Specialized Tooling and Replacement Parts Businesses Manufacturing Campus of Major Aerospace and Defense Contractor Benefits from AccuVal's Tax Consulting Services AccuVal Successfully Liquidates Support Locomotives and Railcars for Heavy Industrial and Mining Operation |