ICIS - Search Articles by Date : December 05 2011 - December 11 2011

US chemical profile: expandable polystyrene
USES Expandable polystyrene (EPS) is a rigid ­cellular form of polystyrene with good thermal insulation, shock absorbing properties, high.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Think Tank: Arkema vinyls fit well with Klesch
Pressure on European vinyls participants is intense. Downstream construction markets remain weak and the prospects for growth are poor. The.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Market Intelligence: Petrochemical sanctions hit Iran
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(05 December 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
AMERICAS SASOL MOVES AHEAD WITH STUDY ON US CRACKER South Africa-based energy and chemical firm Sasol's directors have approved a feasibility... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Time to prepare for the ICIS holiday quiz
Do you know your polyethylene from your polypropylene, your aromatics from your olefins? Get your thinking caps on because the countdown to the new.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Chemical markets given a shot of liquid courage
A boost of liquidity for European banks is just what the doctor ordered. Along with China's move to loosen monetary policy, it could signal a major.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Contract talks get underway as month ends
As the month drew to a close, an ethylene contract for December emerged down €15/tonne in Europe.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
EXPERTS CALL FOR CO2 AS RAW MATERIALChemical firms, research institutes and governments need to co-operate closely to explore ways of utilizing.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Iran petrochemical projects will be delayed by US sanctions
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(05 December 2011 00:00)

Petroperu, Braskem sign deal to study PE project
Peru-based refiner Petroperu and Brazil-based plastics producer Braskem have signed a memorandum of understanding to study the viability of an.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
US MEK WEAKENS ON SUPPLY, DEMANDUS methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) contract values slipped by an average of 10 cents/lb ($220/tonne, €163/tonne) from.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: China MMA prices to fall further on weak demand, oversupply
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(05 December 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: Is ACN on the rebound in Asia?
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(05 December 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
SPOT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES (*denotes nominal range) CONTRACT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES Asia Europe US $/tonne .... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Asia naphtha prices rise amid uptrend in derivatives
Heavy naphtha tightens in US Gulf on low crude runs plus closed arbitrage windows Naphtha prices in Asia are expected to rise with the margins.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Green Chemicals: Growing number of chemical firms enter bio-butanol space
Bio-based butanol is becoming more alluring to buyers of petroleum-based butanol There is an increasing number of global chemical companies.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Green Chemicals news in brief
Arkema buys china's hipro, casda France-based chemical company Arkema has acquired Chinese companies Hipro Polymers, a producer of biosourced.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asian ethylene margins lowest for over 10 years
Asian spot ethylene variable cash margins for the month of November have been negative and are the lowest... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Challenges in the styrene market
Oversupply, soaring production costs and lackluster margins still loom large but Styrolution is optimistic for the future After a sustained.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Neither producers or customers can agree on polyethylene pricing
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(05 December 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US SBR PRICES DOWN ON FEEDSTOCK, DEMANDSpot prices for US styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) were assessed in late-November to have fallen by 5 cents/lb.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns, November 15-27, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor .... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Macroeconomic Outlook: Global economic growth to slow, hitting petrochemicals
Global economic growth will rise modestly in 2012 and beyond. China's growth rate is poised to slow while Western economies struggle Global GDP.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

Flostock develops forecasting model
A pioneering forecasting model could change the way businesses plan their stock levels and investments Robert Peels, a former employee of.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players: Ones to watch
These up-and-coming industry leaders will have their work cut out guiding their businesses through the turbulent macro environment in 2012 .... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players: No. 5–40
5 ELLEN KULLMAN CHAIR AND CEO DUPONT The head of the US-based chemical giant has engineered a remarkable turnaround since taking the reins... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players No. 1: LyondellBasell CEO Jim Gallogly
1. JIM GALLOGLY, CEO, LYONDELLBASELL The head of one of the world's largest polyolefins producers has led the company out of bankruptcy.... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players No. 4: INEOS Chairman Jim Ratcliffe
4 JIM RATCLIFFE CHAIRMAN INEOS Switzerland-headquartered INEOS has continued to be reshaped by Jim... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players No. 3: Shell Chemicals EVP Ben van Beurden
3 BEN VAN BEURDEN EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT SHELL CHEMICALS In close to five years as head of Shell... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

The ICIS Top 40 Power Players No. 2: Dow Chemical CEO Andrew Liveris
2 ANDREW LIVERIS CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT, CEO DOW CHEMICAL Few can boast the game-changing project slate of the head of the world's second largest... more
(05 December 2011 00:00)

GPCA: Middle East aromatics producers look to export to China
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(09 December 2011 16:16)

GPCA: Association to use aqueous urea solution to reduce engine emissions
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(09 December 2011 16:16)

GPCA: Association states position on plastics recycling
The Gulf Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association (GPCA) Plastics Committee has recently produced several position statements, one on polymer.... more
(09 December 2011 16:16)

GPCA: Association sounds alarm on maritime piracy
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(09 December 2011 16:17)

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

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 5 December 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 5 December from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(05 December 2011 13:13)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 05 December 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(05 December 2011 19:00)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast December 5, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast December 5, 2011   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of December 5, 2011,.... more
(05 December 2011 23:46)

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

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 6 December 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 6 December from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(06 December 2011 13:46)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 6 December 2011
The Americas Lunchtime Bulletin for 6 December will not appear as a result of technical issues. more
(06 December 2011 19:00)

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

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 7 December 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 7 December from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(07 December 2011 12:42)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 7 December 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Wednesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(07 December 2011 19:00)

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

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 8 December 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 8 December from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(08 December 2011 13:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 8 December 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(08 December 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 9 December 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 9 December from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(09 December 2011 05:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 9 December 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 9 December from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(09 December 2011 12:50)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 09 December 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Friday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(09 December 2011 19:00)