ICIS - Search Articles by Date : March 21 2011 - March 27 2011

AkzoNobel innovates for global growth
The company's strategy aims squarely at the mid-tier China market, while retaining a focus on high-end developed regions As the world's largest.... more
(21 March 2011 21:59)

Chemical financing market remains open
Nonbank debt issuance continued at strong levels in 2010, although down from a record 2009, while equity financing needs remained modest Last.... more
(21 March 2011 21:59)

Prospects for North American petrochemical producers improve
Ethane cracking from abundant shale gas boosts worldwide competitiveness, but what are the challenges? It was not long ago that the North.... more
(21 March 2011 21:59)

Intermediates news in brief
EU MARCH FLEXIBLE POLYOL PRICES GO UP European flexible polyol contract prices were assessed by ICIS in March between €1,780-1,880/tonne.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Green chemicals news in brief
Evonik buys medical bioplastic businessGermany-based Evonik Industries has acquired the entire Resomer biopolymers business of Boehringer Inghelheim.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US SBR producersseek march increase US styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) producers pushed for 4.0-5.5 cent/lb ($88-121/tonne, €63-87/tonne).... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Markets feel the force of Japan disaster
The Japanese earthquake on March 11 sent reverberations throughout the petrochemicals markets (see page 18) and resulted in a $31/tonne drop for.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Japan's petchems take a big hit
Crackers close as nation learns extent of damage. Players to expect reduced demand, tighter markets and power rationing Asia may face tightening.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Increased ethylene output requires more shipping
The ethylene (C2) shipping market is expected to remain balanced-to-tight until at least 20 vessels are built to cope with an influx of material..... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: BD market tight on US ethane surge
Butadiene (BD) supply in the US is expected to remain stretched for the foreseeable future because olefins plants in the region will be cracking.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Asia PX prices jump
Spot paraxylene (PX) prices in Asia may continue to rise as end-users in the purified terephthalic acid (PTA) sector scramble to secure cargoes.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: Feedstock costs set to raise acetone prices
acetone clay boswell new york Feedstock costs set to raise acetone prices Acetone imports into China are expected to drop this month Acetone... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: IPA up on tight supply
Exports from the US have fallen to a trickle, leaving Europe high and dry more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Polymers: Exports driving US PVC
Despite the slowdown in domestic construction, exports are helping keep US PVC healthy Despite the slowdown in domestic construction, exports are.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Green Chemicals: Investor interests in green chemistry is rising
Investors are enthusiastic on green chemistry despite early-stage technology offerings There is significant investor interest in the equity.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Green Chemicals: Still a long wait for algae biofuels commercialization
US microalgae developer Martek sees negative impact from overpromising algae biofuels to investors more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Green Chemicals: Coatings application testing underway for Novomer's CO2-based polymers
Application testing is underway for CO2-based polymers using Novomer's proprietary catalyst more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Think tank: Two Japans and the chemical industry deal with adversity after the earthquake
nigel davis loNdon 'two japans' deal with the disasters For some, life goes on. For others, everything is lost. An email to UK broadcaster the... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: Japan's petrochemical industry hit hard by earthquake and tsunami
Japan's biggest earthquake in living memory and the devastating tsunami that followed have hit the country's petrochemical and chemical industry..... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
REFINERY DEAL MAY HIT UNIPETROL EXPANSION Italy's Eni has told Czech Republic company Unipetrol that it is in talks to sell its 32.5% stake in.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Projects: Total forms bioethylene alliance
France-based Total Petrochemicals has teamed up with research group IFP Energies nouvelle (IFPEN) and its subsidiary Axens to develop new.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Bonded warehouses in China used sparingly by foreign chemical producers
Correction: In the article headlined: "Bonded warehouses in China used sparingly by foreign chemical producers," please read, in the second.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Acrylates prices refuse to fall
Buyers hoping for relief have been disappointed by the persistent tightness of supply in both Europe and the US Last year, unplanned outages.... more
(21 March 2011 14:48)

Global chemical profile: MEK
USES Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is mainly used as a low-boiling solvent for nitrocellulose, acrylic and vinyl surface coatings. Over half of.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(21 March 2011 00:00)

What's on: ICIS runs petchem training courses in Amsterdam
ICIS training courses in Amsterdam will give you a clearer picture of petrochemicals and the markets. In Petrochemicals I - an in-depth introduction.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

News Focus: IMCD outlines expansion plans
Bain Capital's recent purchase of the specialty chemical distribution group will spur on its ambitious expansion plans Piet van der Slikke is a.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
LOGISTICS, FUEL ISSUES HINDER PETCHEM DELIVERY Logistics problems and fuel shortages in the wake of the March 11 earthquake are hindering the.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Japan will seek to reconstruct its economy and chemical sector
The earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crisis will have far-reaching implications worldwide. But the country will seek to start the next critical.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: March 1-11, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor .... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Asian naphtha pricing may plunge on demand dip
Around 22% of Japan's refining capacity has been shut in, while damage to nuclear plants meant that utilities may have to resort to the direct.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Projects: SABIC, ExxonMobil relocate elastomers project to Al-Jubail
Locating the elastomers development in Al-Jubail allows the firms to have increased integration with existing activities Saudi Arabia-based.... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

Projects: Indorama studies Uzbek PE project
Thailand-based chemical company Indorama and Uzbekistan's national gas firm Uzbekneftegaz are studying the... more
(21 March 2011 00:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 21 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 21 March from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(21 March 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 21 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 21 March from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(21 March 2011 13:56)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 21 March 2011
  Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(21 March 2011 18:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 22 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 22 March from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(22 March 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 22 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 22 March from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(22 March 2011 13:11)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 22 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Tuesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(22 March 2011 18:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 23 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 23 March from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(23 March 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 23 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 23 March from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(23 March 2011 14:33)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast March 23, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast March 23, 2011   The cover story and primary focus of the issue of ICIS Chemical Business .... more
(23 March 2011 17:28)

VIDEO - ICIS ASIA Lunchtime Bulletin 24 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 24 March from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(24 March 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 24 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 24 March from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(24 March 2011 13:12)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 25 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 25 March from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(25 March 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 25 March 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 25 March from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(25 March 2011 13:00)

Podcast: ICIS Chemical News Central: 28 March 2011
FEED   Simon Robinson and Nigel Davis talk through key stories this week The Japanese Situation more
(25 March 2011 14:11)