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

APLA: Shale gas revolution changes outlook for US ethylene industry
   Copyright: RexFeatures The dramatic effect shale gas is having on the North American market will be of interest.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Global economics affect regional prices
A host of factors, from high tariffs to a strengthening US dollar, are interacting with polymer markets to create individual price dynamics in Latin.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Latin American infrastructure development has failed to keep pace with economic growth
   Copyright: RexFeatures Strong economic development in Latin America has not been accompanied by investment in.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Brazil's first major petrochemical company makes its mark
  Braskem intends to expand its operations - while staying true to its Brazilian roots Copyright: Braskem .... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Brazil grows bio-based materials effort
  Brazil is the world's largest sugarcane producer and is beginning to use it as a petrochemical feedstock Copyright:.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: petrochemical demand remains healthy
  Feedstock availability varies among Latin American countries Copyright: RexFeatures With economic growth in.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Latin America needs political and economic stability to sustain growth
  "At some point, this euphoria will end," he says. "So we must prepare for that situation." Latin America has withstood.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

APLA: Latin American economic growth offers petrochemical industry opportunities
  "The challenge for competitiveness and sustainability in the petrochemical chain is strong in Latin America" Pedro.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Debunking the myth of negative petrochemical and polymer margins
Producers will often cite negative or nonexistent profit margins. But it pays for buyers to look at the wider picture to see where the margins are .... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Can titanium dioxide prices rise further
joseph chang new york Can the surge in titanium dioxide (TiO2) prices continue? The white pigment has been virtually the only chemical that has.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Euro turmoil hurts chemicals
  Greece rescue plan is vital to recovery in Europe Rex Features Any delay to the implementation.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
EUROPE INEOS MAKES HEAVY PE CUTBACKS IN EUROPE Major polyethylene (PE) ­producer INEOS is making hefty cutbacks on PE production in Europe for... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Think Tank: Cyber attacks send a clear warning
An extended period of cyber attacks on 29 chemical companies globally seeking ­intellectual property is indicative of a ­broader trend, according to.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: False dawn in US housing
  The housing market has been under severe pressure Rex Features Some lukewarm improvements to US housing.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Chemical profile: Propylene
USES The primary outlet for propylene is ­polypropylene (PP), which accounts for nearly two thirds of global consumption. Other ­important.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asia nominates November PX prices
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(07 November 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Index slumps as global prices fall
The ICIS Petrochemical Index (IPEX) for November has slumped to 323.79, down by 7.7% from the revised October figure* of 350.98, and its lowest.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Styrene carcinogen worries spread
Markets fear CMR health ruling for the aromatic in Europe, just months after US listing causes players concern   .... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asia BD prices fall as supply outstrips demand
Supply is outstripping demand as derivative plants turn down operating rates Butadiene (BD) spot prices in Asia look set to weaken further.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Weak demand behind decline in contracts
Europe's ethylene contract has been agreed at €1,095/tonne, ­representing a drop of €20/tonne... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(07 November 2011 00:00)

China news in Brief
NANTEX CHEMICAL TO RESTART NBR PLANT Zhenjiang Nantex Chemical Industry planned to restart its 30,000 tonne/year nitrile rubber (NBR) plant on.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

China Insight: Resource tax to hit oil and gas sector
  Energy production is expected to get much more expensive Rex Features Nationwide value-based resource.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

China Insight: Benzene imports drive domestic prices down
China can expect a strong influx of imported benzene cargoes in ­November and December, which will likely keep downward pressure on domestic.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

China Insight: Methanol market fails to recover
Limited buying activity has kept downward pressure on China's domestic methanol prices in ­October - traditionally a season of high demand - as.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

China Insight: China chemical prices poised for a rebound
Markets believe further credit tightening is unlikely from the Chinese central bank Chemical prices in China ­continued to fall through.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Polymers: PS prices weaken on soft demand
Polystyrene falls on lower feedstock styrene monomer contracts and weak markets Polystyrene (PS) prices in Europe and the US fell in late.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Polypropylene prices weaken
Lower offers from producers in the Mideast and Asia drive down EU, Africa rates Polypropylene (PP) prices are ­declining in Europe and.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
EUROPE PMMA DOWN IN FOURTH QUARTER Fourth quarter contracts for European polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) fell by €0.05/kg (7 cents/kg) from the.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Oleochemicals: Oleochemical feedstock price expected to go up in 2012
Consultant projects oleochemicals and biofuels markets could see higher prices for feedstocks if supplies tighten After prices started.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Oleochemicals: Renewable diesel could tighten EU tallow supply
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(07 November 2011 00:00)

Oleochemicals: Solvay's Epicerol plant will not impact Asia glycerine demand
Firm does not expect its Thai and Chinese schemes to affect Asian glycerin fundamentals Contrary to glycerin trading ­reports circulating.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: US barge acetone takes a tumble in October contracts
An uptick in November propylene values could prepare acetone prices for a recovery  Low feedstock values and ­softening demand.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
US OCTOBER MIBK PRICE SLIPS ON SOFT MARKET US October methyl isobutyl ­ketone (MIBK) contract prices weakened on seasonally soft market.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Poor global demand pushes spot naphtha prices lower
Asian intermonth spreads narrow, indicating flat demand for the months ahead Global naphtha markets remained subdued, undermined by bearish.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
EX-IEA CHIEF WARNS OF NEGATIVE IMPACT OF OIL High oil prices of above $100/bbl will derail global economic growth and spending on oil imports by.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Projects: Dow/Davy win contract for China alcohols project
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(07 November 2011 00:00)

Projects: Oxea to build its first plant in China
German producer expects to start up oxo derivatives plant in Nanjing in 2013 Germany-based Oxea has ­announced plans to build its first.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

Projects news in brief
OLEFINS PROJECTS PLANNED IN CHINA US-based CB&I has won a ­contract to design and provide technology for two planned light olefins recovery units.... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns, October 24-31, 2011
NEW PROJECTS AND PERMANENT PLANT shutdowns october 24-31, 2011 NEW PROJECTS Company Location .... more
(07 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Funding drive raises regulatory pressure
US chemical distributors are facing punitive regulation and uncertainty, says NACD president and CEO Chris Jahn, as the US political impasse.... more
(11 November 2011 13:12)

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

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 7 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 7 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(07 November 2011 13:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 7November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS news TV. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(07 November 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 8 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 8 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(08 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 8 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 8 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(08 November 2011 13:20)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 08 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Tuesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(08 November 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 9 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 9 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(09 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 9 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 9 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(09 November 2011 13:53)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 10 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 10 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(10 November 2011 06:00)