ICIS - Search Articles by Date : November 14 2011 - November 20 2011

NACD: US agencies get heavy-handed
  Chemical distributors wait while Capitol Hill considers legislation US federal agencies are taking an increasingly.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Chemical distribution sector has growth on the agenda
   Keep on trucking Copyright: RexFeatures This year the NACD celebrated its 40th anniversary; what sort.... more
(14 November 2011 13:11)

NACD: Responsible Distribution has changed chemical logistics for the better
   Responsible distribution boosts credibility Copyright: RexFeatures Caption: Initiated by NACD 20.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Chemical distributors resilient in the face of challenging economic climate
   Rolling ahead as sales rise Copyright: Rennett Stowe Chemical distributors have performed well in the.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Chemical distributors' group has spent 40 years building bridges
  NACD organized its first Washington Fly-In for members in 1985 Copyright: RexFeatures Caption: The.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: G.S. Robins wins Responsible Distribution Excellence Award
  Bryant Buescher (right) receives the award from NACD chairman Andrew Skipp Brenntag subsidiary G.S. Robins is.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Aging global population heralds new economic era
  "The aging of the global population will have a real impact on the business world" Dr Richard Jackson Director, Global.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Relationships with suppliers matter in chemical sales
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(14 November 2011 00:00)

NACD: Economic challenges breed opportunity
  "The high annual deficits are having a negative impact on the psychology of business owners and their confidence.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Change is a constant
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(14 November 2011 00:00)

ExxonMobil bullish on Asia petrochemicals
The company is aggressively expanding petrochemical operations in Asia to meet expected growth. Singapore will play a key role US-based .... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Prosperity could be threatened by red tape
Chemical distribution is enjoying a strong 2011, with a good performance in the third quarter for Germany's Brenntag ,... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Latin America petrochemical sector on the cusp of progress but it must execute
  APLA meeting in Buenos Aires generates a buzz Rex Features The region's petrochemical sector is on the verge of.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
ASIA CHINA POLYESTER FIBERS CUT ON WEAK DEMAND Most of China's polyester staple fiber (PSF) producers have decreased operating rates at their... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

News focus: CEPSA Quimica unveils growth strategy
The Spanish company has an ambitious strategy to increase capacities and for inorganic expansion   Capacity for.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Chemical profile: TDI
USES The main use for toluene di-isocyanate (TDI) is in the manufacture of polyurethane (PU) flexible foams. These foams are used in upholstery,.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Disappointing demand hits commodities
Steam cracker operating-rate reductions are affecting supplies of butadiene (BD) in Europe,... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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Think Tank: NE Asia cracker margins plummet
The steep drop in prices globally is hitting chemical companies hard, driving cash margins lower for both integrated and ­stand-alone producers. .... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Market Intelligence: Fed lowers outlook
  US unemployment is expected to remain stubbornly high Rex Features The eurozone crisis is having a.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Margin and costs may force cracker closures
Tough market conditions of rising costs and shrinking margins may mean capacity will have to be idled Dow Chemical's chief executive has.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Despite falling prices and weak demand, PET capacity is expanding
Despite falling prices and weak demand, PET capacity expansions are in the pipeline Weak demand, low consumption and falling feedstock prices.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US HEALTH GROUP SAYS NO TO PVC IN SCHOOLS The American Public Health Association has passed a resolution calling for schools, day care centers.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: Asian PA producers consider shutdowns to cut losses
High feedstock prices mean Asian producers of phthalic anhydride could be losing $110/tonne Asian phthalic anhydride (PA) makers have resorted.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
US OCTOBER ACRYLATES FALLS BY 10 CENTS/LB US acrylic acid and acrylate esters contract values for October were assessed down by an ­average of 10.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

New projects news in brief
APLA '11: MEXICHEM TO RAISE PVC CAPACITY Vinyl producer Mexichem plans to add approximately 460,000 tonnes/year of polyvinyl chloride (PVC).... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Plants and Projects: A new cracker for Mexico?
The country expands ethane feedstock production and pushes ahead with Ethylene XXI Mexico needs to raise its petrochemical production to cut.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: October 31-November 7, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor .... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Inorganics: US paint companies frustrated by continuous TiO2 price hikes
US TiO2 buyers relay customer frustrations on price hikes amid seasonal slowdown Chief executives from US paint and coatings manufacturers .... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Inorganics news in brief
US CAUSTIC EXPORT PRICES EDGE UP US caustic soda export prices are likely to rise as US Gulf producers cite tightening inventories from weakening.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Asian naphtha price rise stifled by poor demand
Ethylene margins in northeast Asia have fallen into negative territory Asian naphtha prices are expected to continue to rise in tandem with.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
MRC, LUCITE TO USE BIO-BASED MMA Japanese chemical producer Mitsubishi Rayon Co (MRC) and its UK-based subsidiary Lucite International have.... more
(14 November 2011 00:00)

Global shipping giants unite to reduce emissions
A coalition of global shipping companies and NGOs have set out a roadmap to meet sustainable objectives to 2040. The objectives, outlined in a.... more
(14 November 2011 11:13)

Northern Europe seaports the most efficient - report
Research by independent transport research agency, NEA, has shown that seaports in Northern Europe offer the most efficient route for container.... more
(14 November 2011 11:22)

Road freight - critical to the European economy
UK consultancy Transport Intelligence has published its latest report on European Road Transport and Logistics . The study examines the trends.... more
(14 November 2011 12:05)

Amyris moves toward bio-isoprene commercialization
  Made with natural ingredients Credit: Sweet Alternative Synthetic rubber producers have turned to.... more
(18 November 2011 12:54)

Lessons for the chemical industry from consumer markets
  Aging consumers are moving away from flashy designer labels and more toward creature comforts Copyright:.... more
(18 November 2011 12:54)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 14 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 14 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(14 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 14 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 14 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(14 November 2011 13:54)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 14 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(14 November 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 15 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 15 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(15 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 15 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 15 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(15 November 2011 12:50)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast November 15, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast November 15, 2011   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of November 14, 2011,.... more
(15 November 2011 18:13)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 15 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Tuesday from ICIS news TV. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(15 November 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 16 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 16 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(16 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 16 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 16 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(16 November 2011 13:13)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 16 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Wednesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(16 November 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 17 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 17 November from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(17 November 2011 06:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 17 November 2011
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 17 November from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(17 November 2011 14:10)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 17 November 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(17 November 2011 19:00)