Transmission Line Construction in the US

Industry is A Buzz with Renewed Growth

Having suffered a cyclical slump during the four years to 2005, the Transmission Line Construction industry is now in a new growth cycle and is expected to continue solidly throughout the forecast period. Deregulation and hunger for more bandwidth in communications will underpin this upswing. Though do not expect to see a similar lift in employment due the implementation of new labor saving technologies.

This industry comprises: (1) establishments primarily responsible for the entire construction (i.e., new work, reconstruction, or repairs) of electric power and communication transmission lines and towers, radio and television transmitting/receiving towers, cable laying, and cable television lines; (2) establishments identified as power and communication transmission line construction management firms; and (3) establishments identified as special trade contractors engaged in activities primarily related to power and communication transmission line construction. Establishments in this industry may subcontract some or all of the actual construction work. Kinds of establishments include power and communication transmission line general contractors, design builders, engineer-constructors, and joint-venture contractors. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.