ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場調査レポート：産業分析、規模、シェア、成長、動向、2023年から2030年までの予測

ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）市場の世界需要は、2023-2030年の調査期間においてCAGR 14.6%で、2022年の29億米ドルから2030年には86億3,000万米ドル近くの市場規模に達すると推定されます。

ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）は生分解性ポリエステルの一種です。ブチレンアジペートとブチレンテレフタレートの繰り返し単位からなる共重合体です。生分解性の高さで知られ、従来の非生分解性プラスチックに代わる、より環境に優しいプラスチックとして注目されています。いくつかの望ましい特性を有しており、様々な用途に適しています。柔軟性に優れ、伸び率が高く、融点が比較的低いため、押出成形、射出成形、ブローフィルム押出成形などの加工が容易です。

市場力学：

生分解性プラスチックの需要は増加しており、従来の非生分解性プラスチックに代わる環境に優しい代替品となっています。生分解性ポリマーであるPBATは、プラスチック廃棄物を削減する能力と好ましい環境プロファイルのために、ますます求められています。さらに、包装業界は環境に優しい材料へとシフトしており、PBATはフィルム、袋、容器などの包装用途に優れた特性を提供しています。規制状況も重要な役割を果たしており、使い捨てプラスチックの禁止や、生分解性代替品の促進を支持する規制があります。持続可能な製品に対する消費者の意識と嗜好は、プラスチック廃棄物に対する意識が高まり、環境に優しい選択肢を求めるようになるにつれて、PBATの需要を促進しています。農業、繊維、消費財などの最終用途産業の拡大が、ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）市場をさらに押し上げています。技術の進歩、製品の革新、企業の持続可能性への取り組みもPBAT市場の成長を支える要因です。

本レポートでは、ポーターのファイブフォースモデル、市場魅力度分析、バリューチェーン分析を取り上げています。これらのツールは、業界構造を明確に把握し、世界レベルでの競合の魅力を評価するのに役立ちます。さらに、これらのツールはポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場における各セグメントを包括的に評価することもできます。ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）産業の成長と動向は、この調査に全体的なアプローチを提供します。

地域分析：

このセクションでは、北米、欧州、アジア太平洋、ラテンアメリカ、中東＆アフリカにおけるポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）市場の現在と将来の需要を強調する地域展望をカバーします。さらに、本レポートでは、著名な全地域における個々の用途セグメントの需要・推定・予測に焦点を当てています。

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目次

第1章 序文

第2章 エグゼクティブサマリー

• 市場のハイライト
• 世界市場スナップショット

第3章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）-産業分析

• イントロダクション：市場力学
• 市場促進要因
• 市場抑制要因
• 市場機会
• 業界動向
• ポーターのファイブフォース分析
• 市場魅力度分析

第4章 バリューチェーン分析

• バリューチェーン分析
• 原材料分析
  • 原材料リスト
  • 原材料メーカーリスト
  • 主要原材料の価格動向
• 潜在的バイヤーのリスト
• マーケティングチャネル
  • ダイレクトマーケティング
  • インダイレクトマーケティング
  • マーケティングチャネル発展動向

第5章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場分析：グレード別

• グレード別概要
• 実績データと予測データ
• グレード別分析
• 押出グレード
• 熱成形グレード
• その他

第6章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場分析：用途別

• 概要：用途別
• 実績データと予測データ
• 分析：用途別
• フィルム、シート、ビンライナー
• コーティング剤と接着剤
• 成型品
• 繊維
• その他

第7章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場分析：最終用途産業別

• 最終用途産業別概要
• 実績データと予測データ
• 最終用途産業別分析
• 包装（食品包装、非食品包装）
• 消費財
• 農業（マルチフィルム、ネット、その他）
• バイオメディカル（医療機器、医療消耗品、骨インプラント）
• その他（繊維、エレクトロニクス）

第8章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）の世界市場分析：地域別

• 地域別展望
• イントロダクション
• 北米の売上分析
  • 概要、実績と予測
  • セグメント別
  • 国別
  • 米国
  • カナダ
  • メキシコ
• 欧州売上分析
  • 概要、実績と予測
  • セグメント別
  • 国別
  • 英国
  • フランス
  • ドイツ
  • イタリア
  • ロシア
  • その他欧州
• アジア太平洋地域売上分析
  • 概要、実績と予測
  • アジア太平洋：セグメント別
  • アジア太平洋地域：国別
  • 中国
  • インド
  • 日本
  • 韓国
  • オーストラリア
  • その他アジア太平洋地域
• ラテンアメリカ売上分析
  • 概要、実績と予測
  • セグメント別
  • 国別
  • ブラジル
  • アルゼンチン
  • ペルー
  • チリ
  • その他ラテンアメリカ
• 中東・アフリカ売上分析
  • 概要、実績と予測
  • セグメント別
  • 国別
  • サウジアラビア
  • アラブ首長国連邦
  • イスラエル
  • 南アフリカ
  • その他中東とアフリカ

第9章 ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）企業の競合情勢

• ポリブチレンアジペートテレフタレート（PBAT）市場競争
• パートナーシップ／提携／合意
• 合併・買収
• 新製品の上市
• その他の開発

第10章 企業プロファイル

• 企業シェア分析
• 市場集中度
• BASF SE（Germany）
• Novamont S.p.A（Italy）
• Willeap（South Korea）
• Kingfa（China）
• Hangzhou Peijin Chemical Co. Ltd（China）
• Zhejiang Biodegradable Group Advanced Material Co. Ltd（China）
• Anhui Jumei Biotechnology（China）
• Go Yen Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd（Taiwan）
• Jinhui Zhaolong Advanced Technology Co. Ltd.（China）
• Mitsui Plastics Inc.（US）
• Chang Chun Group.

注-企業プロファイルにおいて、財務の詳細や最近の動向は、入手可能な情報に基づいているか、非公開会社の場合はカバーしていない可能性があります。

LIST OF TABLES

• Market Snapshot
• Drivers : Impact Analysis
• Restraints : Impact Analysis
• List of Raw Material
• List of Raw Material Manufactures
• List of Potential Buyers
• Analysis by Grade (Tons and USD MN)
• Extrusion Grade Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Thermoforming Grade Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Analysis Market by Application (Tons and USD MN)
• Films, Sheets & Bin Liners Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Coatings & Adhesives Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Molded Products Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Fibers Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Analysis by End Use Industry (Tons and USD MN)
• Packaging (Food Packaging, Non-Food Packaging) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Consumer Goods Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Agriculture (Mulch Films, Netting, Others) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Bio-medical (Medical Devices, Medical Consumables, Bone Implants) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other (Textiles, Electronics) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Global Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• North America Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• United State Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Canada Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Mexico Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Europe Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Europe Market Estimate by Country (Tons and USD MN)
• United Kingdom Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• France Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Germany Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Italy Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Russia Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Spain Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Rest of Europe Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Asia Pacific Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• China Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Japan Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• India Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• South Korea Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Australia Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Rest of Asia Pacific Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Latin America Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Brazil Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Argentina Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Peru Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Chile Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Rest of Latin America Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Middle East & Africa Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Saudi Arabia Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• UAE Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Israel Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• South Africa Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Rest of Middle East and Africa Market Analysis (Tons and USD MN)
• Partnership/Collaboration/Agreement
• Mergers And Acquisition

LIST OF FIGURES

• Research Scope of Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Report
• Market Research Process
• Market Research Methodology
• Global Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Market Size, by Region (Tons and USD MN)
• Porters Five Forces Analysis
• Market Attractiveness Analysis by Grade
• Market Attractiveness Analysis by Application
• Market Attractiveness Analysis by End Use Industry
• Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
• Value Chain Analysis
• Global Market Analysis by Grade (Tons and USD MN)
• Extrusion Grade Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Thermoforming Grade Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Global Market Analysis by Application (Tons and USD MN)
• Films, Sheets & Bin Liners Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Coatings & Adhesives Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Molded Products Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Fibers Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Global Market Analysis by End Use Industry (Tons and USD MN)
• Packaging (Food Packaging, Non-Food Packaging) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Consumer Goods Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Agriculture (Mulch Films, Netting, Others) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Bio-medical (Medical Devices, Medical Consumables, Bone Implants) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Other (Textiles, Electronics) Market Sales by Geography (Tons and USD MN)
• Global Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• North America Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• Europe Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• Asia Pacific Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• Latin America Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• Middle East & Africa Market Sales (Tons and USD MN)
• Recent Development in Industry
• Top Company Market Share Analysis

Kindly note that the above listed are the basic tables and figures of the report and are not limited to the TOC.

The global demand for Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Market is presumed to reach the market size of nearly USD 8.63 BN by 2030 from USD 2.9 BN in 2022 with a CAGR of 14.6% under the study period of 2023 - 2030. Regarding volume, the market was calculated XX Tons in 2022 and forecast to touch XX Tons by 2030 with a CAGR of XX% during 2023-2030.

Polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) is a type of biodegradable polyester. It is a copolymer composed of repeating units of butylene adipate and butylene terephthalate. It is known for its biodegradability and has gained attention as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional non-biodegradable plastics. It possesses several desirable properties, making it suitable for various applications. It has good flexibility, high elongation, and a relatively low melting point, which allows it to be easily processed through techniques like extrusion, injection molding, and blown film extrusion.

MARKET DYNAMICS:

The growing biodegradable plastic demand an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional non-biodegradable plastics. PBAT, a biodegradable polymer, is increasingly sought after for its ability to reduce plastic waste and favourable environmental profile. Additionally, the packaging industry is shifting towards eco-friendly materials, and PBAT offers excellent properties for packaging applications such as films, bags, and containers. The regulatory landscape is also playing a significant role, with bans on single-use plastics and supportive regulations promoting biodegradable alternatives. Consumer awareness and preferences for sustainable products are driving the demand for PBAT as individuals become more conscious of plastic waste and seek environmentally friendly options. The expansion of end-use industries, including agriculture, textiles, and consumer goods, is further boosting the polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) market. Technological advancements, product innovation, and corporate sustainability initiatives are additional factors supporting the PBAT market growth.

The report covers Porter's Five Forces Model, Market Attractiveness Analysis, and Value Chain analysis. These tools help to get a clear picture of the industry's structure and evaluate the competition attractiveness at a global level. Additionally, these tools also give an inclusive assessment of each segment in the global market of polybutylene adipate terephthalate. The growth and trends of Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Industry provide a holistic approach to this study.

MARKET SEGMENTATION:

This section of the polybutylene adipate terephthalate market report provides detailed data on the segments by analyzing them at country and regional level, thereby assisting the strategist in identifying the target demographics for the respective product or services with the upcoming opportunities.

By Grade

• Extrusion Grade
• Thermoforming Grade
• Other

By Application

• Films, Sheets & Bin Liners
• Coatings & Adhesives
• Molded Products
• Fibers
• Other

By End Use Industry

• Packaging (Food Packaging, Non-Food Packaging)
• Consumer Goods
• Agriculture (Mulch Films, Netting, Others)
• Bio-Medical (Medical Devices, Medical Consumables, Bone Implants)
• Other (Textiles, Electronics)

REGIONAL ANALYSIS:

This section covers the regional outlook, which accentuates current and future demand for the Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate market across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Further, the report focuses on demand, estimation, and forecast for individual application segments across all the prominent regions.

The research report also covers the comprehensive profiles of the key players in the market and an in-depth view of the competitive landscape worldwide. The major players in the polybutylene adipate terephthalate market include BASF SE (Germany), Novamont S.p.A (Italy), Willeap (South Korea), Kingfa (China), Hangzhou Peijin Chemical Co. Ltd (China), Zhejiang Biodegradable Group Advanced Material Co. Ltd (China), Anhui Jumei Biotechnology (China), Go Yen Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd (Taiwan), Jinhui Zhaolong Advanced Technology Co. Ltd. (China), Mitsui Plastics, Inc. (US), and Chang Chun Group. This section consists of a holistic view of the competitive landscape that includes various strategic developments such as key mergers & acquisitions, future capacities, partnerships, financial overviews, collaborations, new product developments, new product launches, and other developments.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 . PREFACE

• 1.1. Report Description
  • 1.1.1. Objective
  • 1.1.2. Target Audience
  • 1.1.3. Unique Selling Proposition (USP) & offerings
• 1.2. Research Scope
• 1.3. Research Methodology
  • 1.3.1. Market Research Process
  • 1.3.2. Market Research Methodology

2 . EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• 2.1. Highlights of Market
• 2.2. Global Market Snapshot

3 . POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE - INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

• 3.1. Introduction - Market Dynamics
• 3.2. Market Drivers
• 3.3. Market Restraints
• 3.4. Opportunities
• 3.5. Industry Trends
• 3.6. Porter's Five Force Analysis
• 3.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
  • 3.7.1 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Grade
  • 3.7.2 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Application
  • 3.7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis By End Use Industry
  • 3.7.4 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Region

4 . VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS

• 4.1. Value Chain Analysis
• 4.2. Raw Material Analysis
  • 4.2.1. List of Raw Materials
  • 4.2.2. Raw Material Manufactures List
  • 4.2.3. Price Trend of Key Raw Materials
• 4.3. List of Potential Buyers
• 4.4. Marketing Channel
  • 4.4.1. Direct Marketing
  • 4.4.2. Indirect Marketing
  • 4.4.3. Marketing Channel Development Trend

5 . GLOBAL POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE MARKET ANALYSIS BY GRADE

• 5.1 Overview by Grade
• 5.2 Historical and Forecast Data
• 5.3 Analysis by Grade
• 5.4 Extrusion Grade Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 5.5 Thermoforming Grade Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 5.6 Other Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions

6 . GLOBAL POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE MARKET ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION

• 6.1 Overview by Application
• 6.2 Historical and Forecast Data
• 6.3 Analysis by Application
• 6.4 Films, Sheets & Bin Liners Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 6.5 Coatings & Adhesives Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 6.6 Molded Products Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 6.7 Fibers Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 6.8 Other Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions

7 . GLOBAL POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE MARKET ANALYSIS BY END USE INDUSTRY

• 7.1 Overview by End Use Industry
• 7.2 Historical and Forecast Data
• 7.3 Analysis by End Use Industry
• 7.4 Packaging (Food Packaging, Non-Food Packaging) Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 7.5 Consumer Goods Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 7.6 Agriculture (Mulch Films, Netting, Others) Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 7.7 Bio-medical (Medical Devices, Medical Consumables, Bone Implants) Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions
• 7.8 Other (Textiles, Electronics) Historic and Forecast Sales by Regions

8 . GLOBAL POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE MARKET ANALYSIS BY GEOGRAPHY

• 8.1. Regional Outlook
• 8.2. Introduction
• 8.3. North America Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.1. Overview, Historic and Forecast Data Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.2. North America By Segment Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.3. North America By Country Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.4. United State Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.5. Canada Sales Analysis
  • 8.3.6. Mexico Sales Analysis
• 8.4. Europe Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.1. Overview, Historic and Forecast Data Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.2. Europe by Segment Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.3. Europe by Country Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.4. United Kingdom Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.5. France Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.6. Germany Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.7. Italy Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.8. Russia Sales Analysis
  • 8.4.9. Rest Of Europe Sales Analysis
• 8.5. Asia Pacific Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.1. Overview, Historic and Forecast Data Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.2. Asia Pacific by Segment Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.3. Asia Pacific by Country Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.4. China Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.5. India Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.6. Japan Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.7. South Korea Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.8. Australia Sales Analysis
  • 8.5.9. Rest Of Asia Pacific Sales Analysis
• 8.6. Latin America Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.1. Overview, Historic and Forecast Data Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.2. Latin America by Segment Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.3. Latin America by Country Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.4. Brazil Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.5. Argentina Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.6. Peru Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.7. Chile Sales Analysis
  • 8.6.8. Rest of Latin America Sales Analysis
• 8.7. Middle East & Africa Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.1. Overview, Historic and Forecast Data Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.2. Middle East & Africa by Segment Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.3. Middle East & Africa by Country Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.4. Saudi Arabia Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.5. UAE Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.6. Israel Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.7. South Africa Sales Analysis
  • 8.7.8. Rest Of Middle East And Africa Sales Analysis

9 . COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE OF THE POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE COMPANIES

• 9.1. Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Market Competition
• 9.2. Partnership/Collaboration/Agreement
• 9.3. Merger And Acquisitions
• 9.4. New Product Launch
• 9.5. Other Developments

10 . COMPANY PROFILES OF POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE INDUSTRY

• 10.1. Company Share Analysis
• 10.2. Market Concentration Rate
• 10.3. BASF SE (Germany)
  • 10.3.1. Company Overview
  • 10.3.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.3.3. Products
  • 10.3.4. Recent Developments
• 10.4. Novamont S.p.A (Italy)
  • 10.4.1. Company Overview
  • 10.4.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.4.3. Products
  • 10.4.4. Recent Developments
• 10.5. Willeap (South Korea)
  • 10.5.1. Company Overview
  • 10.5.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.5.3. Products
  • 10.5.4. Recent Developments
• 10.6. Kingfa (China)
  • 10.6.1. Company Overview
  • 10.6.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.6.3. Products
  • 10.6.4. Recent Developments
• 10.7. Hangzhou Peijin Chemical Co. Ltd (China)
  • 10.7.1. Company Overview
  • 10.7.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.7.3. Products
  • 10.7.4. Recent Developments
• 10.8. Zhejiang Biodegradable Group Advanced Material Co. Ltd (China)
  • 10.8.1. Company Overview
  • 10.8.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.8.3. Products
  • 10.8.4. Recent Developments
• 10.9. Anhui Jumei Biotechnology (China)
  • 10.9.1. Company Overview
  • 10.9.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.9.3. Products
  • 10.9.4. Recent Developments
• 10.10. Go Yen Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd (Taiwan)
  • 10.10.1. Company Overview
  • 10.10.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.10.3. Products
  • 10.10.4. Recent Developments
• 10.11. Jinhui Zhaolong Advanced Technology Co. Ltd. (China)
  • 10.11.1. Company Overview
  • 10.11.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.11.3. Products
  • 10.11.4. Recent Developments
• 10.12. Mitsui Plastics Inc. (US)
  • 10.12.1. Company Overview
  • 10.12.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.12.3. Products
  • 10.12.4. Recent Developments
• 10.13. Chang Chun Group.
  • 10.13.1. Company Overview
  • 10.13.2. Company Revenue
  • 10.13.3. Products
  • 10.13.4. Recent Developments

Note - in company profiling, financial details and recent development are subject to availability or might not be covered in case of private companies