ICIS - Search Articles by Date : January 24 2011 - January 30 2011

American Cleaning Institute CEO Rosenberg seeks clarity in sustainability claims
American Cleaning Institute CEO Ernie Rosenberg seeks to cut through the chaos and help send an unambiguous message to consumers The.... more
(24 January 2011 17:33)

Oleochemicals rebound but outlook cautious for 2011
2010 saw a healthy oleochemicals market, but rising feedstock costs pose a challenge for 2011 The oleochemical market, even glycerin, saw a.... more
(24 January 2011 17:33)

Africa shows great potential for caustic soda and soaps and detergents market
The caustic soda market sees optimism in high growth rates for soaps and detergents As market participants clean away the dust from the.... more
(24 January 2011 17:36)

Biofuels news in brief
GTI SIGNS BIOMASS-TO-GASOLINE LICENSE US-based research organization Gas Technology Institute has signed an exclusive global ­licensing deal.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals news in brief
AROMATICS MALAYSIA RESTARTS PX OUTPUT Aromatics Malaysia has restarted its 550,000 tonne/year paraxylene (PX) plant in Kerteh, Terengganu,.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Projects news in brief
PETRONAS STUDIES NEW PETCHEMS COMPLEX PETRONAS is studying the feasibility of building a new petrochemical complex in Kerteh, Terengganu state,.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
SIBUR BOOSTS LPG OUTPUT, CRACKING Russian petrochemical group SIBUR increased production and exports of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in 2010..... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Market intelligence: Shale gas faces obstacles to development in Europe
Environmental concerns could be sufficient to halt shale gas exploitation in the EU dead in its tracks. Europe has significant shale gas.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Think tank: Beware of operational risk in chemical mergers and acquisitions
Chemical companies won't be eschewing financial discipline any time soon, so one might expect the lid to be kept on capital spending, and merger and.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Crude prices keep pressure up on naphtha globally
Europe to Asia arbitrage now closed, but shipments threaten deluge as firms swap to LPG The Asian naphtha market is being undermined by an.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Biofuels: Green chems funding still a challenge for 2011
Investors may take a more critical look in 2011 as US renewable chemical firms step-up commercialization While 2010 finished as a very good.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Intermediates: Propylene drives up price of intermediates
Rising propylene prices have sent a wave of increases downstream through the intermediates sector Propylene prices in the US and Europe have.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: South Korean cracker fire to impact downstream markets
Unplanned shutdown will limit operating rates for three months until repairs are completed Asia's naphtha crack spread faces further downward.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US POLYCARBONATE PRICES RISE US polycarbonate (PC) price hikes of 6-10 cents/lb ($132-220/tonne, €102-169/tonne) out of nominations for 16-19.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Polymers: European polyolefins producers gain the upper hand in negotiations
Demand is up, and so are prices for polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) Following a better than expected 2010, European polyethylene (PE).... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Projects: Braskem studies butadiene project in Brazil
Discussions to locate project in Brazil's southern state of Rio Grande do Sul Braskem plans to invest Brazilian reais (R) 300m ($180m) in a.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Projects: Toray plans carbon fibre project in South Korea
Japan-based Toray Industries intends to build a 2,200 tonne/year carbon fiber production facility in South Korea to meet surging Asian demand. .... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Contracts see further price increases
After protracted discussions, January's polymer grade propylene contracts in the US finally emerged 28% - or 17 cents/lb ($375/tonne) - higher.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: US benzene and crude boosts Asian pricing
Asian benzene prices leapt to their highest levels for over a year in the week ending January 14, boosted by a sudden upturn in US pricing and.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Petrochemicals: China ethylene to tip into surplus
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(24 January 2011 00:00)

This week's world news
PRIVATE EQUITY TO ENTER 'GOLDEN YEARS' Private equity is poised to enter the "golden years" because of cheap financing and abundant equity.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Another golden age for private equity in chemicals
Financing markets have loosened up considerably, setting the stage for another golden age for private equity. Aside from the low interest rates,.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Commentary: Get involved in IYC!
This week sees the official launch of the United Nations International Year of Chemistry (IYC). Seldom does such a big opportunity present itself.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

European chemical profile: Ethylene oxide
USES Ethylene oxide (EO) is primarily used as an intermediate. About 65% of global output is converted to monoethylene glycol (MEG) for polyester.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

News focus: Red tape and costs are putting the surfactant and specialty sector under huge pressure
The chairman and CEO of UK surfactant and specialty group GRI says his sector is under enormous pressure Western markets, such as Europe and.... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(24 January 2011 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: January 10-17, 2011
NEW PROJECTS Company Location Product Capacity* Process Contractor Cost Start-up Status .... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

What's on: Free White Paper – Budgeting For Uncertainty
WHAT'S ON Free White Paper - Budgeting For Uncertainty This recently-published white paper will help you understand the key issues facing the... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

Soap suppliers fight for position
The gloves are off in Europe's soaps and detergents sector as rival firms compete for market share   Rex Features .... more
(24 January 2011 00:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 24 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 24 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(24 January 2011 04:41)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 24 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 24 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals.... more
(24 January 2011 13:11)

ICIS Podcast: Chemical News Central: 24 January 2011
FEED   Simon Robinson and Nigel Davis talk through the business of the week   Rhine Tanker.... more
(24 January 2011 16:01)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 25 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 25 January from ICIS TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(25 January 2011 05:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 25 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 25 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(25 January 2011 13:52)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast January 25, 2011
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast January 25, 2011 The latest issue of ICIS Chemical Business looks at the soaps and detergents.... more
(25 January 2011 22:18)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 26 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 26 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(26 January 2011 04:30)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 26 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 26 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(26 January 2011 13:07)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 27 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and.... more
(27 January 2011 05:16)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 27 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(27 January 2011 13:10)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 27 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(27 January 2011 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 28 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 28 January from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest chemicals and market.... more
(28 January 2011 04:40)

VIDEO - ICIS Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 28 January 2011
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 28 January from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(28 January 2011 12:54)