ICIS - Search Articles by Date : August 31 2009 - September 06 2009

Clariant and Huntsman restructure textile businesses
Clariant and Huntsman restructure textile chemicals to boost global competitiveness and recharge growth AMID THE global recession and.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

China textile chemicals move up the value chain
China's textile industry and the chemical firms serving it are steadily moving up the value chain. Are they leading the way out of.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Market intelligence: Broader use of US natural gas requires more drilling
SUDDENLY A lot of people are calling for greatly expanded use of domestic US natural gas in power generation and even as a transportation fuel for.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Think tank: Venezuela's artificially high prices squeeze converters
After years of having some of the lowest plastic resin prices in Latin America, the global economic crisis has changed the equation for Venezuela..... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

From our own correspondent: Chinese knock-offs
Press trip fails to live up to its promise I was really looking forward to my visit to the Far East. As soon as the invitation for a press trip.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Newsbites: 75 and 10 years ago
ICIS Chemical Business traces its roots back to 1871, when one of the original ­publications was called Oil, Paint and Drug Reporter 75.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Consumers embrace textile innovations
Functional improvements migrate from technical niches into everyday clothing. And consumers approve FASHION AND functionality are converging..... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Global fibers markets see signs of a recovery
Global fibers markets have been hit hard by the downturn. But there are signs of an upswing that may lead to full recovery Consultant's corner.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Chemical industry appointments
EXECUTIVE BRIEFING: MARTIN LUNDIN will become the new ­president and CEO of Swedish chemical group Perstorp... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Chemical profile: Fatty acids
USES Fatty acids are largely used in cosmetics and toiletries such as shampoos, liquid detergents, fabric softeners and body lotions. They are.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

This week's world news
BASF SHARES spike on takeover speculation Shares in BASF spiked last week to an 11-month high after German magazine WirtschaftsWoche reported... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Readers' letters
The European Plastics Recyclers association, whose membership covers 80% of the European market, takes a stand against sending plastic waste to Asia.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Commentary: Sometimes there is no single strategy for a specialty chemical company
IN TODAY'S age of restructuring, companies are seeking cost savings and synergies left and right. A global and more competitive chemical industry.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Endpoint: PETA protests fishmongers' demonstration
It's almost too easy: this time criticizing PETA is like shooting fish in a barrel more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

New projects: August 18-24, 2009
Company Product Capacity Process Contractor Cost Start-up Status China... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Market emerging for green textile chemicals
Manufacturers of fibers and textile chemicals are developing new products and processes to enhance the sustainability of textile production .... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Textiles manufacturers compete to create more functional fabrics
Textiles manufacturers are scrambling to create new fabrics that are more functional and green - the   Fashion house.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

What's on: ICIS TV news, three times a day
ICIS news, ICIS Chemical Business's sister real-time news service, has a new daily video reporting service, ICIS news TV. The short, easy-to-watch.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

ICIS Heren energy news, roundup and data
ROMAN KAZMIN AND KATYA ZAPLETNYUK/LONDON RUSSIAN PRIME Minister Vladimir Putin has said the government could introduce temporary regulation of.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

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

Chemical market trends: Mixed demand for markets
Players report varied consumption. US PVC sellers eye hikes despite soft demand. Contract talks continue, while Tampa ammonia climbs by 25% .... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Chemical innovation makes emergency uniforms safer
Without chemicals, the armed forces and emergency services would find it far tougher to do their jobs THERE'S NO doubt that the military and.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Scavenger hunt set to engage students
      A new ICIS Chemical Business initiative aims to spark interest among students for a career in.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Mexichem seeks to consolidate in the Latin American PVC market
    Photolibrary Mexichem aims to put the finishing touches on its acquisition spree, as it seeks to.... more
(31 August 2009 00:00)

Readers' letters
The CEO of the UK's North East Process Industry Cluster (NEPIC) offers insights into the complex challenges facing the Wilton site, as well as new.... more
(03 September 2009 00:00)

New projects: August 24-30
NEW PROJECTS REPORTED BY ICIS August 25-30, 2009 Company Product Capacity Process Contractor Cost Start-up Status Braskem .... more
(03 September 2009 18:37)

Chemical industry appointments
EXECUTIVE BRIEFING: FRANCOIS VLEUGELS has become the new general manager of Czech Republic-based chemical firm Spolchemie. Vleugels has.... more
(03 September 2009 18:37)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 31 August 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 31 August from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(31 August 2009 06:00)

VIDEO - ICIS lunchtime bulletin Asia September 1 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 26 August from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all.... more
(01 September 2009 06:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 1 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 1 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin.... more
(01 September 2009 13:00)

Copy of VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 2 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 2 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all.... more
(02 September 2009 05:41)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 2 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(02 September 2009 13:12)

VIDEO – ICIS news Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 2 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Wednesday from ICIS news TV. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(02 September 2009 19:00)

Copy of VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 3 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 3 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all.... more
(03 September 2009 05:33)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 3 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 3 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you.... more
(03 September 2009 13:00)

VIDEO – ICIS news Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 3 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Thursday from ICIS news TV. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(03 September 2009 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 4 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 4 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(04 September 2009 05:47)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 4 September 2009
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 4 September from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin.... more
(04 September 2009 13:00)

ICIS Podcast: Chemical News Central: 7 Sept 2009
FEED Simon Robinson delivers a round up of the key news stories. Huntsman bids for most of Tronox; and looks for fibre operations in Asia.... more
(04 September 2009 14:42)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast September 7, 2009
FEED This week’s issue of ICIS Chemical Business looks at Mexico and its petrochemical industry, with articles on the oil and gas outlook,.... more
(04 September 2009 20:47)