ICIS - Search Articles by Date : April 04 2011 - April 10 2011

Recycling interest rises but R-PET supply is short
Limited supplies and increased consumption have pushed R-PET prices to record highs   Oli Oviyan In the most memorable.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Polypropylene market squeezed by feedstocks
Although its price is soaring and buyers are looking to substitutions, polypropylene is still essential to many manufacturers and is likely to stay.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Sustainable polymers packaging engages retailers and suppliers
US retail giant Walmart leads sustainable packaging initiative, with goal to reduce packaging volumes by 5% US mega retailer Walmart is.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Biodegradable plastics growth linked to composting infrastructure
Consumers are increasingly seeking sustainable solutions. This will boost demand for biodegradable plastics - as long as the composting.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Polyethylene margin gaps widen between grades
Most producers continue to enjoy healthy margins but this varies depending on grade and geographic region. However, LDPE is certainly in the sweet.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Asia naphtha heads downwards as Japan demand falters
Asian naphtha prices are expected to drop, despite Japan's JX Nippon resuming production at its cracker, traders say. JX restarted the 460,000.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
EXXONMOBIL SEEKS NEW CHINA STRATEGY US's energy giant ExxonMobil plans to develop unconventional natural resources in China to help meet the.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Inorganics: Dow Chemical's new polymer reduces TiO2 use in paint by 20%
Dow's new acrylic-based precomposite is expected to reduce titanium dioxide use in paints by 10-20% US-based Dow Chemical is once again.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Inorganics: Asian vinyl chloride monomer price rise on tight supply
Vinyl chloride monomer supply in Asia is tight on the back of maintenance and shutdowns Prices for vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) in Asia are.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
EUROPE CX DELTA RISES BY €2, TO €145/TONNE The second-quarter European cyclohexane (CX) contract delta has settled at €145/tonne.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: European acetone prices rise as outages loom
Producers are said to be stockpiling for imminent turnarounds at many plants European acetone producers ­report a tight market and spot.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: Biofuel targets to drive ETBE demand
Demand in Europe for ethyl tertiary butyl ether (ETBE) will ­increase as EU-mandated biofuel targets rise, according to Willemien Terpstra,.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: US MMA supply strained through 2011
Allocations in the US methyl methacrylate (MMA) market will likely last until the end of the year, continuing a trend that began in the first half.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Projects news in brief
KAZAKHSTAN SEEKS NEW POLYMERS INVESTOR Kazakhstan's deputy oil and gas minister, Aset Magauov, has announced plans to select a new foreign.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Tighter supply good demand lifts contracts
European ethylene (C2) and propylene (C3) contracts for April have settled up by €10/tonne and €25/tonne, respectively. The rise takes ethylene to.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: Shale gas opens up a host of chemical opportunities
Availability of the feedstock ethane at prices which have decoupled from crude oil is stimulating a burst of  capacity building activity in.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Think tank: Making money as market pulls away
nigel davis london Making money as market pulls away Ethylene (C2) producers in North America can be confident as recovery turns to growth in... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

European chemical profile: VAM
USES Vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) is mainly used in polyvinyl acetate (PVA) which has outlets in water-based paints, adhesives, acrylic fibers,.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

What's on: ICIS petrochemical training courses in Bangkok
ICIS training courses in Bangkok will help you to get a clearer picture of petrochemicals and the markets. Petrochemicals I - an in-depth.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

News Focus: Future to bring rising volatility, prices
Huge, rising economies will make for a bumpy economy journey, according to Huntsman CEO Peter Huntsman more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
NPRA 2011: INEOS MAY START BUILDING US EO INEOS Oxide could start construction on an ethylene oxide (EO) plant and its derivative units in 2015.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
STYRON, BAYER SEEK HIKES ON US PC BayerMaterial Science and Styron are seeking price increases on US polycarbonate (PC) of 25 and 22 cents/lb,.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Polyester prices and US outlook are on the rise
Higher feedstock costs are affecting global providers, but more so in Asia than in the US Although global dynamics are increasing the price of.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Projects: Chevron Phillips mulls US cracker project
Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) is studying the construction of a worldscale ethane cracker and ethylene derivatives plant at one of its.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Projects: ExxonMobil weighs Fujian, China expansion
The producer studies options for its joint-venture petrochemicals plant in Fujian ExxonMobil Chemical is evaluating options to expand.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: monthly methanol pricing will ease volatility
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(04 April 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: US may add ethylene capacity
The country's advantaged ethane feedstock will spur plant expansions and crackers The US may add 1.2m tonnes of ethylene (C2) capacity by 2015.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Japan's benzene supply drops
Monthly output is expected to decline as some plants are still closed in the aftermath of the earthquake Japan's monthly benzene supply is.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(04 April 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: March 21-28, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor Cost Start-up .... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Commentary: US ethylene cracker may be the first seed sown for the downturn
The bulls run at the National Petrochemical & Refiners Association's meeting in San Antonio and a watershed announcement is made. But seeds of.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Commentary: buoyant demand pressures green plastics
The market for recycled and biodegradable plastics has reached an interesting stage of development. In both markets, rising consumer demand is.... more
(04 April 2011 00:00)

Europe 2020 Project Bond consultation
The Europe 2020 Project Bond Initiative has launched a consultation to get feedback and gauge demand for the scheme. The idea is to give EU.... more
(07 April 2011 14:19)

UK DoT consults on ADR regs
The UK’s Department for Trade has opened a consultation on possible changes to the carriage of dangerous goods (ADR) regulations, to take.... more
(07 April 2011 14:21)

Mediterranean maritime boost
The European Commission, the European Investment Bank and the International Maritime Organization are co-operating to promote the maritime.... more
(07 April 2011 14:23)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 4 April from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market news.... more
(04 April 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 4 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 4 April from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(04 April 2011 13:07)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 5 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 5 April from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(05 April 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 5 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 5 April from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(05 April 2011 13:39)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast April 5, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast April 5, 2011   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of April 4, 2011, covers.... more
(05 April 2011 16:25)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 6 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 6 April from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(06 April 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 6 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 6 April from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(06 April 2011 13:06)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 7 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 7 April from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(07 April 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 7 April 2011
  Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 7 April from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(07 April 2011 12:37)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 7 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(07 April 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 8 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 8 April from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(08 April 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 8 April 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 8 April from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(08 April 2011 13:00)