ICIS - Search Articles by Date : February 07 2011 - February 13 2011

Refocused strategies build a better outlook in construction
Major players were left reeling by the economic crisis, but the prospects for the important construction sector are looking brighter .... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

US construction sector on the road to recovery
While the housing and nonresidential construction markets should continue to recover into 2011, weakness is persisting   .... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Projects news in brief
INEOS AND SINOPEC PROGRESS PROJECT INEOS has signed an agreement with Sinopec on a joint venture to build a 400,000 tonne/year phenol plant in.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Projects: Borouge awards final contract for phase 3 expansion
The final major contract is awarded for the Borouge 3 expansion in Abu Dhabi Borouge has awarded a $169m (€123m) contract to Hyundai.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Polymers: PS and PET in Mexico expected to get price hikes
Polystyrene and PET in Mexico expected to see price hikes on back of persistent feedstock pressure more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Polymers: PVC price targets fall short of targeted increase
Europe PVC falls short on targeted price increase Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) producers in Europe fell short in their bid to achieve targeted.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Polymers: PP and PE continue to grow
Strong demand for polyolefins in China and India are expected to keep momentum going Polyolefins demand in China and India registered strong.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: EU capro and ADA rise on benzene
Producers push for increases because of tight supply, strong demand and the increasing gap between Europe and Asia more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
US JANUARY ACETONE SETTLEMENT SOARS A large US methyl methacrylate (MMA) acetone buyer settled January contracts with three major sellers for.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: PTA shortages afflict the European PET industry
The strong Asian market has left little room for producers to maneuver more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US PET RISES IN JANUARY ON FEEDSTOCKS US polyethylene terephthalate (PET) prices rose by 3 cents/lb ($66/tonne, €49/tonne) in January based on.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Benzene rockets to two-year peak
Price spikes and short supplies see benzene values soar more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Supply/demand behind BD price boost
Soaring Asian prices boost European BD contracts The €100/tonne ($137/tonne) hike for February butadiene (BD) contracts in Europe was.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Refocused strategies build a better outlook in construction
Major players were left reeling by the economic crisis, but the prospects for the important construction sector are looking brighter The.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Oleochemicals: Oleochem users squeezed on rising prices
Price increases are on the horizon for oleochemical consumers as fat and oil prices rise Consumers of fatty acids and fatty alcohols,.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Oleochemicals news in brief
GERMAN TALLOW PRICE HITS RECORD HIGHS Raw tallow prices in Germany have hit record highs at €800-850/tonne ($1,096-1,164/tonne) FD (free.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: January 17-28, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor Cost Start-up .... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: European downstream chemical producers in margin squeeze
European downstream intermediates and polymer margins are hit hardas producers find it difficult to pass along higher costs to customers more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
BP to sell texas city, carson refineries UK energy major BP plans to find buyers for its Texas City and Carson refineries as it focuses on US.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Asia naphtha falls but post-holiday outlook is strong
Asia naphtha prices have fallen, undermined by weak naphtha prices in Europe. However, the outlook remains healthy for after the Lunar New Year.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

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

Think Tank: Petchem prices, margins gain in 2010
Petrochemical producers are expected to post strong profits for the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2010, despite a seasonal slowdown and much improved.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Players still reporting price hikes globally
Too much naphtha in Europe has seen the crack spread slump to minus $4.85/bbl - down $8.55/bbl in four weeks. Poor demand has left the market.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asian and European PX prices surge
Snug supply in Asian markets is boosting spot and contract prices, which are then pushing up numbers in Europe Asian nominations for February.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Upsurge seen for China olefins imports
The growth of olefins imports is expected to continue through 2011 China's olefins imports rose year on year in December amid tight domestic.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

News Focus: Wall Street boosts 2011 earnings forecasts for chemical companies
DuPont, Solutia and Cytec Industries post upside Q4 surprises, and analysts boost 2011 earnings forecasts Wall Street analysts are raising 2011.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Commentary: IYC launch events fail to reach wider media
Can the International Year of Chemistry really get the message out beyond the industry and the scientific community that chemicals can actually help.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Commentary: International Year of Chemistry must seize the year with broader media attention
The chemical sector has the opportunity to seize the year with the International Year of Chemistry activities. But it must get more mainstream.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

US chemical profile: SBR
USES Styrene butadiene rubber (SBR), the largest volume synthetic rubber, is predominantly consumed in the manufacture of tires and tire products..... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
EGYPT UNREST HITS CHEMICAL SUPPLY CHAIN Civil unrest in Egypt continued to cause heavy disruption in local petrochemical markets as of last.... more
(07 February 2011 00:00)

Projects: Saudi Kayan plans n-butanol project with Dow/Aramco
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(07 February 2011 12:47)

What's on: ICIS and MRC unveil Russian plastics reports
ICIS is extending its presence in the Former Soviet Union (FSU) plastics market via a joint venture with Russia-based benchmark price provider.... more
(07 February 2011 13:33)

Bottle-grade PET in high demand
Global demand for bottle-grade polyethylene terephthalate is strong but a slew of capacity additions could pressure prices in the long run .... more
(08 February 2011 18:26)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 7 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 7 February from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(07 February 2011 05:39)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 7 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 7 February from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(07 February 2011 13:39)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 8 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 8 February from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(08 February 2011 04:25)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 8 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 8 February from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(08 February 2011 13:17)

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

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 9 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 9 February from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(09 February 2011 13:25)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast February 9, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast February 9, 2011   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of February 7, 2011,.... more
(09 February 2011 16:50)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 10 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 10 February from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(10 February 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 10 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 10 February from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(10 February 2011 15:19)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 10 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(10 February 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 11 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 11 February from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(11 February 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 11 February 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 11 February from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(11 February 2011 13:45)