ICIS - Search Articles by Date : March 03 2008 - March 09 2008

Jennifer Clark tells the chemical industry how to attract young people
The industry and academia must make chemistry more appealing to young people, says Chemical Industries Association Young Ambassador Jennifer Clark .... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical companies battle against the lure of more glamorous jobs
Recruiting and retaining staff has become increasingly problematic in the petrochemical sector over the past decade. Are chemical engineers a dying.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

European petrochemicals looks for a sustainable future
Europe's petrochemical majors have been making hay for several years. But can the newfound confidence be translated into long-term sustainability? .... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical Educational Foundation says teaching youth about chemistry is key
Correction: In the ICIS Chemical Business story headlined "Chemical Education Foundation says teaching youth about chemistry is key," please read.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical industry employment levels continue to decline in the US and Europe
Employee numbers in the chemical industry are in decline. And an aging population will pose challenges   Sean Milmo/London .... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

This week's world news
Dow names business units it could sell Dow Chemical has identified several business units that it could sell, realign internally or incorporate.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical industry must win battle for talent
There is a struggle going on between different industries and regions of the world for the finite pool of brilliant talent that will ensure success. .... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Harmonious labor relations in Germany’s chemical sector face challenges
To outsiders, labor relations in Germany's chemical sector seem enviably calm. But a push for multiple unions could alter that more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Commentary: Start a positive chemical reaction
Correction: In the ICIS Chemical Business article headlined: "Commentary: Start a positive chemical reaction," in the third paragraph, please read.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Readers' letters
Former ICI executives give feedback on our coverage and analysis of the demise of the company, culminating in the sale to Akzo Nobel, which ended a.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

From our own correspondent: Is Turkey ready for pharma advertising?
Is turkey ready for pharma advertising? A poster in a big pharmacy made me once again think that globalization can be realized only in.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

China's government tightens environmental enforcement
THE ANCIENT proverb, "the mountains are high and the emperor is far away," has often been used by Western commentators to describe the difficulty in.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Think Tank: US climate change legislation is imminent
A seeming tsunami of climate change legislation in the US Congress and by state legislatures... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical industry appointments
LOUISE GUNNING-SCHEPERS has been proposed as a supervisory board member of Dutch life sciences and materials company DSM. The appointment of.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical profile: Toluene
USES Toluene is used in large quantities as an octane booster in gasoline. Its main chemical use is to make benzene and xylenes. In the.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

New projects, February 20-26, 2008
NEW PROJECTS REPORTED BY ICIS NEWS, February 20-26, 2008 more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Key chemical prices
SPOT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES (* denotes nominal range) CONTRACT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES AsiaEuropeUS $/tonne Change $/tonne Change cents/lb.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Supply is week's big issue
Indian PP imports may drop, Japan Energy cuts operating rates for benzene, and China's styrene stocks climb due to weak demand. Supply also central.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Endpoint: Solar proponent sues to cut down trees
Treehuggers versus solar babies? For some, that could be a dream come true - and it is starting to happen in California more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Newsbites: 125, and 25 years ago
THIS WEEK: 125 YEARS AGO ICIS Chemical Business traces its roots back to 1871, when one of the original publications was called Oil, Paint and.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

Chemical profiles available to buy on USB drive
CHEMICAL PROFILES are now ­available to buy on a USB drive. Previously ­featured on a CD, the 2008 ­version includes profiles published in 2007.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

DCAT TV: a sponsorship opportunity
THE DCAT organization, in conjunction with ICIS Chemical Business, is pleased to present a new opportunity for you to promote your company during.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

CBI China and ICIS insight Asia seminar covers the burning issues
THE CBI China and ICIS insight Asia seminar will be held on March 28 at the Hilton Post Oak hotel, in Houston, Texas, US. China is no longer the.... more
(03 March 2008 00:00)

ICIS Chemical Shipping News 3 March 2008
FEED Simon Robinson and Nick Savvides talk about developments in the world chemical shipping market last week. TT Club more
(03 March 2008 11:53)

ICIS radio Americas March 3 2008
FEED ICIS radio Americas March 3, 2008 A preview of the latest issue of ICIS Chemical Business, focusing on the topic of labor,.... more
(03 March 2008 21:40)

in-cosmetics CSC preview: Judi Beerling of Organic Monitor
in-cosmetics 2008, Judi Beerling of Organic Montior outlines the key points of her presentation at the Cosmetic Science Conference to be held at the.... more
(06 March 2008 15:55)

in-cosmetics CSC preview: Prof Jurgen Lademann
in-cosmetics 2008 Professor Jurgen Lademann, Center of Experimental and Applied Cutaneous Physiology at the Charite Unviersitatsmedizin Berlin talks.... more
(06 March 2008 16:04)

in-cosmetics CSC preview: Jan Knight
in-cosmetics 2008 Jan Knight of Knight Scientific talks about her paper on measurig anti-oxidants in skin-care products at.... more
(06 March 2008 16:13)

ICIS radio Chemical News Central 7 March 2008
Feed Simon Robinson and Nigel Davis discuss GAIL and Reliance Industries' plans to pursue joint mega petrochemical projects,.... more
(07 March 2008 11:01)

ICIS radio Americas March 10, 2008
FEED ICIS radio Americas March 10, 2008 This week's issue covers pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, and editors Clay Boswell and Feliza.... more
(07 March 2008 22:20)