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In 2012, the building materials industry faced a number of challenges, including slowing demand growth, overcapacity, and stricter environmental regulations. In response, the sector focused on energy efficiency, emission reduction, technological innovation, and improved management practices. Despite these challenges, the industry maintained overall stability, with continued structural adjustments and progress in modernization.
**Industry Performance**
The output of major products varied across sectors. The value added by the building materials industry increased by 11.5% year-on-year, although this was a significant drop compared to previous years. Cement production reached 2.18 billion tons, up 7.4%, while ceramic tiles rose by 9.4%. Natural granite stone saw a strong increase of 27.2%, but flat glass and sanitary ceramics experienced declines of 3.2% and 13.1%, respectively.
The industry's overall efficiency improved, with 34,000 large-scale enterprises contributing to a total revenue of 5.3 trillion yuan, up 13.4% from the previous year. While profits for cement and flat glass industries dropped sharply, other segments like cement products, light building materials, and architectural ceramics saw significant gains. Total industry profits reached a record high of 375 billion yuan, an increase of 3.5%.
**Price Trends and Inventory Pressure**
The prices of key products declined, leading to higher inventory levels. Cement prices fell by about 4% annually, with steeper drops in eastern regions. The sales-to-production ratio for cement and flat glass also declined slightly. By December, cement inventories had risen by 1.8%, while tile and stone material inventories jumped by 15.7%.
**Investment Growth and Regional Shifts**
Fixed asset investment grew at a slower pace, but new building materials and central/western regions saw rapid development. The cement and construction ceramics industries reported slight declines, while concrete and cement products saw strong growth. Investment in technical glass, light building materials, and insulation products surged significantly.
**Environmental Efforts and Technological Advancements**
Efforts to eliminate outdated capacity continued, with nearly 220 million tons of cement and 47 million weight boxes of flat glass capacity removed. Over 40 cement lines were upgraded with nitrogen oxide reduction technology, and several projects explored waste co-processing. The proportion of high-grade cement and thin bricks increased, reflecting ongoing improvements.
**Trade and Export Improvements**
Exports of building materials rose by 7.9%, with higher prices for exported goods. Sanitary ceramics, technical glass, and fiber products saw notable increases. On the import side, some high-tech materials decreased, while marble and granite imports rose. China’s cement equipment exports remained the highest globally for five consecutive years.
**Challenges and Future Directions**
Despite progress, the industry still faces issues such as overcapacity, high energy use, and slow adoption of green materials. Energy-saving technologies and inorganic non-metallic materials need more support. Green building materials lag due to insufficient standards, and cement quality standards require updates.
**2013 Outlook and Priorities**
In 2013, the industry is expected to grow steadily, with a 12% increase in industrial added value. Cement production may rise slightly, while flat glass and sanitary ceramics remain stable. Green building materials will continue to grow rapidly.
To address existing challenges, the industry will focus on monitoring economic performance, implementing green building initiatives, revising policies, strengthening standards, promoting technological upgrades, and accelerating sustainable development. These efforts aim to ensure long-term stability, innovation, and environmental responsibility in the building materials sector.
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