ICIS - Search Articles by Date : June 22 2009 - June 28 2009

Dow Corning transforms to focus on sustainability and also expands Xiameter silicones business model
Dow Corning transforms its business strategy to sharpen focus on sustainability, while expanding its Xiameter standard silicones business model .... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

U.S. Chemicals thrives despite recession
Challenged by the economic recession and driven by survival instincts, distributor U.S. Chemicals has made some bold moves and is thriving IN A.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

New regulations drive plastic additives research
Restrictions on the use of many traditional plastics additives are challenging producers to innovate PLASTIC ADDITIVES manufacturers are.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Plastics compounding market set for shake-up
The economic downturn has caused demand destruction, hitting plastic compounders hard and potentially leading to a shake-up of industry players .... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

What's on: Last chance to enter the innovation awards
JULY 6 is the final date for entries for this year's ICIS Innovation Awards. The awards, now in their sixth year, give you and your company the.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Market intelligence: Frack attack on US natural gas
US ENERGY producers and chemical makers were alarmed as Congress took up legislation that many fear could severely retard domestic US natural gas.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

The Endpoint: Dow helps Olympic ski jump stay slick
IT TURNS out that my physics teacher was wrong. He told my classmates and me that skaters glide with ease over ice because the pressure of the.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Think tank: Tough time to renegotiate chemical debt covenants
INEOS is expected to put forward a new business plan to its principal lenders within weeks, as the July 17 deadline for its debt covenant waiver.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Nanotube production set for growth
Carbon nanotubes might finally be on the verge of commercial success, as major manufacturers announce plans to ramp up production Lou.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Recycled PET market hit by downturn
Although its long-term future looks bright, the recycled PET market is under intense pressure, as prices have plummeted in the downturn WHEN.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

What's On: ICIS offers free pass to International Plastics Showcase
THE POLYMER industry's flagship US event will return to Chicago's McCormick Place on June 22-26 as the sector steps towards a recovery. The.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

New projects reported by ICIS news, June 10-15, 2009
  Company Product Capacity Process Contractor Cost Start-up Status Andhra.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

From our own correspondent: Favorite food on road trips
Yeah, yeah, yeah, it's an express elevator to heart-attack city, but every once in a while, I just love to eat a good plate of gravy-smothered.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Newsbites: 50 and 20 years ago
50 YEARS AGO ICIS Chemical Business traces its roots back to 1871, when one of the original ­publications was called Oil, Paint and Drug Reporter .... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Songwon returns to profitability
After steep losses caused by running a new plant at low capacity, the Korean antioxidant maker is poised for profit and has plans to expand in the.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Indian plastic compounding sector is expanding
With its burgeoning middle class buying more goods, such as Tata's Nano car, India's plastics compounders should thrive in years to come .... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Commentary: Why we need smart thinking about PR
When the European Chemicals Agency unveiled its top picks of chemicals of high concern to be dealt with most urgently under the EU's chemical.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Readers' letters
The use of OXO degradable additives will not help Europe move towards sustainable recycling of plastics, according to the trade group representing.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

This week's world news
EVONIK MAY REQUEST LOAN FROM GOVERNMENT German specialty chemical producer Evonik is considering applying for a loan from Germany's state-backed.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Chemical industry appointments
EXECUTIVE BRIEFING: SERGIO SANTOS Brazilian petrochemicals major Quattor has named Sergio Santos as its manager for economic planning and.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Sellers try to boost prices
Climbing energy values force producers to seek increases, despite weak downstream demand. Phosphoric acid prices settle lower for Indian buyers more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Key chemical prices
  SPOT BULK CHEMICAL PRICES (* DENOTES NOMINAL RANGE) Asia Europe US $/tonne .... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Chemical profile: Hydrochloric acid
uses Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is used in producing chlorides, acidizing petroleum wells, ore reduction and ore refining in the.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

ICIS Heren energy news, roundup & data
Isabel Save/London The Belgian government is launching a probe into alleged price manipulation by power incumbent Electrabel, a spokesman from.... more
(22 June 2009 00:00)

Shipping lags in CO2 reduction
A UK Parliament, House of Commons committee report published this month on reducing CO2 and other emissions from shipping has accused the.... more
(23 June 2009 12:21)

High transport costs hold Africa back: World Bank
The Africa Competitiveness Report 2009 , developed by the African Development Bank, the World Bank and the World Economic Forum, concludes.... more
(23 June 2009 12:24)

Which is the most efficient transport mode?
The International Tank Container Organisation and LCP Consulting assess the environmental impact of tank containers with other methods of.... more
(23 June 2009 12:27)

ICIS Pod: Chemical News Central: 26 June 2009
Feed Simon Robinson talks over the business of the week. Huntsman settles with banks Ineos reschedules loan covenants WTO fun with .... more
(26 June 2009 14:56)