ICIS - Search Articles by Date : October 03 2011 - October 09 2011

Chemical market trends: Economy woes are weighing on markets
Weaker demand and lower spot numbers globally have led to a US butadiene (BD)... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(03 October 2011 00:00)

Think tank: Petrochemicals will need emerging markets growth
emerging markets growth needed Petrochemical producers performed remarkably well in 2010, benefiting from higher prices and expanding demand.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: A stark contrast has emerged between the views of chemical company managements and those on the ground
  The disparity in moods is becoming more apparent Rex Features There is a growing gap between the mood in.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Commentary: EPCA delegates seek clarity on 2011
This year's European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) conference in Berlin takes place against a backdrop of great... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Refining is the red-headed stepchild
  US gasoline may be better supplied by Gulf Coast sites Rex Features Owners of refining assets in the.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

News Focus: LyondellBasell to close France refinery after receiving no bids
  The Berre facility can process 105,000 bbl/day of crude oil Rex Features With not a single bid for its.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
AMERICAS DOW, K2 PURE OPEN US CHLOR-ALKALI PLANT US-based Dow Chemical and chlorine producer K2 Pure Solutions have opened a chlor-alkali plant... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

China Insight: China renews tax policy to boost oil an gas exploration
The country continues incentives to enhance production, as its self-sufficiency rate in crude oil declines China has exempted equipment,.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

China Insight: Sulfuric acid prices poised to weaken
Demand for sulfuric acid in China is expected to weaken further over the next month, even as feedstock values rise, keeping prices stable at low.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

China Insight: Southwest China methanol producers face tight natural gas supply
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(03 October 2011 00:00)

China Insight: China petrochemicals fall in volatile ride
Declines in late September are led by polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride Chemical prices followed a mixed trend in September, rising in the.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Projects: Azerbaijan's SOCAR plans PE, PP plants
The State Oil Company of the ­Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) plans to include polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) installations in a new.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

New projects and plant shutdowns: September 19-26, 2011
NEW PROJECTS AND PERMANENT PLANT shutdowns SEPTEMBER 19-26, 2011 NEW PROJECTS Company Location .... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Projects: Sibur expands Polyef PET, mulls pyrolysis project
Russian major confirms PET expansion in Bashkortostan and studies pyrolysis project Russian petrochemical company SIBUR ... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Projects news in brief
FORMOSA TO START UP EVA PLANT IN Q3 2013 Taiwan's Formosa Plastics Corp. (FPC) plans to start up phase one of its ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA).... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

US chemical profile: Ethanol
US, FELIZA MIRASOL profile last published May 25, 2009 Ethanol Uses Consumption of ethanol in renewable fuel applications has grown.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Flat polypropylene pricing may lead to lower production
Flat polyethylene pricing may force manufacturers to cut back production It is an uncertain market for global polyethylene (PE), with weak.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
TWO US PRODUCERS RAISE PVC PRICES At least two US polyvinyl chloride (PVC) producers have reported a 3 cent/lb ($66/tonne, €48/tonne) increase.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asia PX prices fall despite tight supply from turnarounds
A tight market was not enough to stop Asian paraxylene (PX) prices from sliding in the week ending September 23. After rising for five successive.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Lengthening benzene supply to depress operating rates
Worldwide growth in demand for ethylene and PX will outpace that of benzene Increasing length in global ­benzene supply seems unavoidable.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: BASF outlines strategy for styrene catalyst business
  The German producer has big ambitions BASF The purchase of the CRI/Criterion business has boosted the.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asian benzene market facing winter of discontent
Lingering doubts about the stability of the economy and a sudden slump in NYMEX crude futures have dropped Asian benzene prices down to.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: cracker margins increase
European and Asian ethylene variable margins spiked for the week ending September 23, amid global volatility, according to ICIS margin reports..... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: ACN falls on weak demand
Sluggish consumer markets constrain production of acrylic fibers, ABS and SAN Acrylonitrile (ACN) producers in Asia did not have a good.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
EU SEPTEMBER MEG UP TO €1,105/TONNE The European September monoethylene glycol (MEG) contract price rose €57/tonne ($78/tonne) from August, to.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Inorganics: Tronox strengthens TiO2 feedstock supply through ore acquisition
US Tronox strengthens global titanium dioxide position with the acquisition of Exxaro's mineral sands operations US titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ).... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Inorganics: China TiO2 price declines on weak demand
Despite rising international TiO 2 prices, prices in China are poised to continue their decline in line with poor demand China's titanium.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Poor downstream demand hits Asian naphtha prices
Heavy naphtha differentials on the US Gulf remain strong as a result of limited supply Asian naphtha prices are expected to fall following a.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: in brief
TRINIDAD GAS SUPPLY CUTS TO CONTINUE Methanol producers in Trinidad should expect more natural gas cutbacks in October, a seller said. According.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Collaboration is key in logistics
Cooperation along the supply chain and in logistics provision is increasing as producers look to carry lower stocks and improve their supply.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

LCA underlines committment to sustainability
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(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Green chemicals gather pace
Chemical companies and technology start-ups are making solid progress towards developing renewable feedstocks for petrochemical production as an.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Green strategy keeps Europe in the race
Europe's producers are realizing that bio-based chemicals offer an opportunity to compete in the rapidly developing global industry. More and more.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Value chains must bring advantage
A close focus on asset integration, energy efficiency and product portfolio are essential if Europe's petrochemical producers are to compete in the.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Strong rebound restores confidence
Petrochemical producers enjoyed a strong performance in 2010 and the first half of 2011. EPCA president Tom Crotty discusses recent developments.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

ECPA film promotes industry image
By improving the image and public awareness of chemistry and the chemical sector, the UN-backed International Year of Chemistry 2011 (IYC 2011) is.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Feeling the weight of regulation
Ill-advised and onerous regulation threatens the global competitiveness of the European chemical industry, with carbon emissions legislation top of.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Cautious M&A revival for petrochemicals
Petrochemical companies around the globe are beginning to engage in merger and acquisition activity once again, as they seek to expand geographically.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Styrenics face volume losses in key markets
   BASF has been developing PS bottles Credit: BASF Even before the global economic turmoil, Europe's.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: No construction pickup for PVC
The PVC sector has suffered longest from the economic troubles of 2008-2009. Activity is still well below pre-recession levels as the construction.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: No swift return to capital investment
Investment in new capacity in the petrochemical sector is still cautious, but some regions are more buoyant than others, with the US and Middle East.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

EPCA: Playing to our strengths
Europe's petrochemical companies must focus on expanding propylene and C4-olefin value chains, as ethylene and its derivatives come under increasing.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

Time for chemical firms to improve their performance
Specialty chemical companies need to restructure their operations internally, as well as via M&A, to improve performance and take advantage of.... more
(03 October 2011 00:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 3 October 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 3 October from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(03 October 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 3 October 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 3 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(03 October 2011 15:35)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 03 October 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(03 October 2011 19:00)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast October 3, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast October 3, 2011   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of October 3, 2011,.... more
(03 October 2011 22:31)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 4 October 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 4 October from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(04 October 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 4 October 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 4 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(04 October 2011 15:40)