ICIS - Search Articles by Date : August 06 2007 - August 12 2007

IOI Group expands palm oil businesses
The IOI Group is seeking palm oil's golden opportunity in food, chemical and biofuel markets through global acquisitions, expansions and joint.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China product quality under spotlight
China is scrambling to address the global uproar over tainted exports. What should chemical companies do to ensure product quality and reliability?.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Intellectual property rights in China
Degussa has 130 of them; CIba has an in-house team of them. Who are they? An army solely devoted to protecting their company's intellectual.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Can Taiwan teach China environmental lessons?
Chemical producers in Taiwan face some of Asia's toughest environmental controls, thanks to a powerful green movement. Could a similar model help.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China's chemical imports continue to rise, but will new capacity make it a net exporter?
China continues to draw record chemical imports for its booming economy. But will new capacity lead to a massive shift in trade flows? Stefan.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China imports plastic waste and exports finished goods
Exports of plastic for recycling from Europe to China are soaring thanks to political pressure and high commodity prices. But what impact is.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China to serve more of its own petrochemical needs
China's petrochemical imports will shift as newly assertive domestic producers bring a wave of local capacity online John.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China slashing VAT rebates hits chemical industry, but may spur long-term growth in higher value-added chemicals
China's slashing of value-added tax rebates on over 2,000 exports has caused a stir. Will this hurt or help the country's competitiveness? .... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Polymer markets face freight imbalance
Polymer markets in the Middle East and Asia must cope with a global container freight system skewed by China's export dominance. Will rates.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

ETFE makes Beijing Olympic stadium a reality
Without a lightweight, versatile new roofing material, the futuristic designs of the main stadiums for the 2008 Beijing Olympics would not have.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Mergers and aquisitions in China
Global companies are looking for acquisitions in China that will provide strong domestic market positions, but they should be mindful of the local.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Culture is an obstacle to human resources in China
Chemical companies continue to expand into China. But for all its promise, bureaucracy, cultural differences and skill shortages can make.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

New Projects, July 24-31, 2007
NEW PROJECTS REPORTED BY ICIS news, July 24-31, 2007 Company Product Capacity Process Contractor Cost Start-up .... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China struggles with pollution
If SEPA is to save China's environment, it will need the power and independence to impose transparency Philippa Jones/Paris SEPA, China's.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Eastman Chemical seeks to improve competitiveness with major gasification investments
Company seeks to change the rules of the game with investments in two major gasification projects. Will the US now be able to compete? Joseph.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

New Dow Wolff Cellulosics seeks growth following merger between Dow and Wolff Walsrode
Dow Wolff Cellulosics seeks accelerated growth as it moves closer to its customers. Can it leverage the strengths of its legacy businesses? .... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

This week 125 years ago, 6 August 2007
125 YEARS AGO ICIS Chemical Busines s traces its roots back to 1871, when one of the original ­publications was called Oil, Paint and.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Sympathy for the devilfish
Invasive species have hit the news again, but for those with a soft spot for critters like the deliciously ugly Asian snakehead fish, there is.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

CHEMICAL PROFILE: 1-octene
Uses The main use of 1-octene is as a comonomer to make linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE), which accounts for 56% of world consumption..... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

China makes moves on tax rebates to shift toward higher value-added products
THE NATURE of the Chinese chemical market is changing, as the government attempts to shift the focus away from low-value, resource-draining.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

People on the move, 6 August 2007
ALEX BLAKEMAN Superior Materials has added Alex Blakeman to the technical sales staff. He has over 20 years' experience in colorants and.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

What's on, August 6, 2007
Germany to host two-day fine chemicals conference THE 14TH ICIS European Fine and Specialty Chemicals Conference will take place at the Park.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Controversy over Chinese product quality will drive change
With all the hubub about imports of tainted Chinese goods and chemicals, it's hard to find a silver lining. Reports of toothpaste with diethylene.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Letters, 6 August 2007
A rigged market In response to the Peter Huntsman letter in the June 25 issue, I have done some eyeballing of the statistics on the US Energy.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Quotes of the week, 6 August 2007
"Carbon is emitted when we use energy. By not building one plant but another or by using older inefficient plants instead of new ones, we don't.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

The Week's World News, August 6, 2007
ICI rejects Akzo Nobel's improved offer UK-based coatings maker ICI has rejected Akzo Nobel's improved cash offer of 650 pence/share. In.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Most-read stories on ICIS news, July 25-31, 2007
JULY 25-31 1. High returns forEastman gasification NEW YORK (ICIS news) - Eastman Chemical will count on cost advantages to achieve high.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Industry movers and shakers, August 6, 2007
Shaker: Peter Ellwood for rejecting Akzo Nobel's improved takeover bid of 650 pence ($13.20, €9.63) per share, compared to the earlier 600.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Key chemical prices, August 6, 2007
                    SPOT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES (* denotes nominal range) Asia Europe US $/tonne .... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Lead paint on imported toys
Fred Seelig/New York There is nothing that teaches us about responsibility more than the act of becoming a parent. Every day, I endeavor to.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

Chemical Market trends 6 August 2007
Monthly contract settlements dominate proceedings as spot markets stay subdued. Asian naphtha prices fall on Indian export surge. LLDPE futures.... more
(06 August 2007 00:00)

ICIS radio Americas 6 August 2007
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