ICIS - Search Articles by Date : January 23 2012 - January 29 2012

This week's world news
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(23 January 2012 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
Intermediates news in brief more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Chemical profile: 2-ethylhexanol
USES An oxo-alcohol, 2-ethylhexanol (2-EH) is used in the construction, appliance and automotive industries, as well as those industries that.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Chemical profile: Epoxy resins
USES Epoxy resins have high chemical and ­electrical resistance and outstanding adhesion, as well as durability at high and low temperatures, and.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

News Focus: Georgia Gulf likely to attract bidders
While the company has thus far rejected Westlake's hostile takeover bid, a deal is likely to materialize with a higher offer more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Intermediates: Asia's PA market is a sea of red ink
Three facilities scheduled to come on line before 2014 despite poor outlook more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Market intelligence: Asia polyethylene producers face a tough 2012
Greater volumes of polyethylene from the Middle East into China and a muted growth outlook for China's economy means tough times for Asia's.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Commentary: Brazil's EBDQUIM meet to highlight opportunities in raw materials and chemical distribution
Raw materials - and bio-based raw ­materials in particular ­­- will have a profound impact on the future of Latin America's chemical sector. The.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Commentary: Dragon still breathing
Although growth slowed through the end of 2011, China still offers a spectacular long-term future for companies that can establish a strong.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Full steam ahead for China aromatics in 2012
Healthy domestic demand growth will be complemented by a swathe of new projects coming on stream in 2012 China will undoubtedly be the main focus.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Top 15 China ethylene projects map
Chemical producers in China are forging ahead with ethylene project plans. Many of the largest, shown here, are still in the planning stage. If they.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Projects: BASF to locate TDI project in Ludwigshafen, Germany
Credit: BASF Caption: BASF will invest about €1bn in TDI production at Ludwigshafen The 300,000 tonne/year single-train plant is expected to... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Think tank: Fracking scares do little damage to the outlook for a petrochemical production boom
The hydraulic fracturing of shale deposits in the US is heralding a new, low-cost gas age - one which is expected to underpin a petrochemical boom. .... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Projects news in brief
SABIC and SINOPEC PLAN CHINA PC PROJECT SABIC and Sinopec have confirmed plans to build a 260,000 tonne/year polycarbonate (PC) plant in Tianjin,.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: January 10-17, 2012
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor .... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
EUROPE PC CONTRACT PRICES FALL FOR Q1 First-quarter contract prices for European polycarbonate (PC) fell by 5-10 euro cents/kg (6-13 US cents/kg).... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Polymers: PVC prices rise on looming tightness
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(23 January 2012 00:00)

Polymers: PE prices in North America rise on supply tightness
Buyers surprised at success of end-of-year price hike, further rises possible in February Low inventory levels and some supply tightness are.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Inorganics news in brief
Inorganics news in brief more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Inorganics: Falling aluminum output will drive decline in caustic soda demand
US aluminum producer Alcoa warns caustic soda producers on potential fall in demand as caustic prices continue to rise more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Inorganics: High Asia TiO2 price continues on tight supply
Titanium dioxide producers in Asia continue to hike prices, citing prolonged tight supply more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Energy: Asia naphtha prices head downwards as supply increases
Petroplus refinery closures in Europe have very little impact on the naphtha market Naphtha spot prices in Asia are expected to drift lower.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Energy news in brief
NON-OECD NATIONS TO DRIVE 2012 OIL DEMAND Global demand for oil in 2012 is expected to grow by 1.1m bbl/day, driven by demand from.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Morgan Stanley lays out the bull case for global petrochemicals, driven by China
China's PE demand has been vastly understated, says Morgan Stanely analyst Vincent Andrews. He sees China leading the way to high ethylene.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Worrying outlook for China chemicals in 2012
China's leaders are going to be hard-pressed to repeat the country's economic boom years, especially with eurozone problems threatening to cause.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

China still attracts all the petrochemicals attention
Until recently Asian markets, especially China, have led the way in global chemicals growth- but the slowdown in the region raises many questions,.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(23 January 2012 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Energy costs and euro rate pull up prices
Asian benzene prices hit a five-month high on January 18, tracking gains in US prices as crude values... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Naphtha crackers see poor margins in early 2012
Ethylene margins based on naphtha feedstocks have suffered in early 2012, according to the ICIS Weekly Margin reports. The variable cash margin.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Volatile outlook for Asian methanol
Price swings could become more erratic as capacity additions lag demand growth Demand growth in China and few additional capacities suggest.... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Asia styrene prices on uptrend
Players expect the uptrend in regional prices to resume once plants go into turnaround next month, tightening supply Asian styrene monomer (SM).... more
(23 January 2012 00:00)

Global pharma certification scheme launched
A voluntary international scheme was launched on January 25 to provide independent third-party certification of manufacturers, suppliers and.... more
(23 January 2012 14:45)

Rotterdam 2011 throughput edges up
The final figures for throughput in the Port of Rotterdam last year show a 1% increase compared with 2010. Total throughput reached 434.6m.... more
(23 January 2012 14:57)

EU climate chief calls for much care on biofuels
EU's climate commissioner Connie Hedegaard has warned about expanding the use of biofuels as greenhouse gas emissions may exceed those of.... more
(23 January 2012 15:06)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 23 January 2012
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 23 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(23 January 2012 13:19)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 23 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Monday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(23 January 2012 19:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 24 January 2012
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 24 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(24 January 2012 12:44)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 24 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Tuesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(24 January 2012 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 25 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 25 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(25 January 2012 05:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 25 January 2012
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 25 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(25 January 2012 12:40)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 25 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Wednesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(25 January 2012 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 26 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 26 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(26 January 2012 05:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 26 January 2012
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 26 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(26 January 2012 13:13)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast January 26, 2012
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast January 26, 2012   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of January 23, 2012,.... more
(26 January 2012 17:49)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 26 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(26 January 2012 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 27 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(27 January 2012 05:00)

VIDEO – ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2012
This is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 27 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(27 January 2012 13:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2012
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Friday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(27 January 2012 19:00)