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Chris He posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Need silicone rubber(HCR & LSR) buyers.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:48:44 +0100

Need silicone rubber(HCR & LSR) buyers.

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: SABIC withdraws from Teesside: What the site closure […]

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:29:47 +0200

SABIC withdraws from Teesside: What the site closure means for Europe’s ethylene supply

Less ethylene from Europe – and another sign of deindustrialisation: SABIC has confirmed the permanent closure of its Olefins 6 cracker in Teesside, UK.

What may seem like a local site decision in reality touches the structural foundation of European chemical…

Jia Hailey posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: 🌟Unleashing the Power of Organic Peroxides in Polymers! 🌟

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:49:50 +0200

🌟Unleashing the Power of Organic Peroxides in Polymers! 🌟
🍀 Organic peroxides are the unsung heroes in the polymer industry.
As initiators, they trigger radical polymerization, key for producing polymers like polystyrene.
🍹 In rubber and thermosetting plastics, they act as crosslinkers, enhancing mechanical strength, heat resistance, and…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Kuwait’s Strategic Move: 25% Stake in Wanhua – A New […]

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 11:45:13 +0200

Kuwait’s Strategic Move: 25% Stake in Wanhua – A New Chapter in Arab Influence on the Global Chemical Industry

The strategic expansion of Arab states into the global chemical industry is entering its next phase.

As reported by Arab Times, Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC), a subsidiary of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, has acquired a 25%…

arabtimesonline.com

Kuwait Petroleum subsidiary acquires 25% stake in China's Wanhua Chemical Group

KUWAIT CITY, April 26: Kuwait's Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC), a subsidiary of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), has secured a significant partners...

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Saudi Arabia and the Global Chemical Industry: How […]

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:43:18 +0200

Saudi Arabia and the Global Chemical Industry: How Vision 2030 and

COTC Are Shifting the Balance of Power in Chemical Trade

A fact-based perspective from a European procurement professional with responsibility for

Asia

Note on context

This article is based exclusively on publicly available information and sources, which have

been compiled with care.…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: SABER Certification from 2025: What It Means for […]

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:59:23 +0100

SABER Certification from 2025: What It Means for the International Chemical Trade

The global chemical industry is not only facing market shifts but also constant changes in regulatory requirements. A recent example is Saudi Arabia’s introduction of mandatory SABER Certification from 2025. Without the required Product Certificate of Conformity…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Aramco and PetroVietnam: A New Step in […]

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 04:54:24 +0100

Aramco and PetroVietnam: A New Step in Asian Petrochemicals

As I dive deeper into the chemical industry across the Middle East and Asia, I’m constantly amazed by the dynamism in this field – especially with the strategic moves from companies like Saudi Aramco. The new partnership with PetroVietnam is a strong example of how Aramco is expanding…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: 📉 Oil Prices, Overcapacity, and Saudi Arabia’s Influence […]

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 08:22:23 +0100

📉 Oil Prices, Overcapacity, and Saudi Arabia’s Influence in China: A New Perspective on Chemical Procurement 📉

At first, I thought the article on oil price developments for 2025 and 2026 would be of interest primarily to my friend Steven Green who closely follows these trends. But on closer inspection, and in connection with my own research and…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: S-Oil’s Shaheen Project in Korea – A Global […]

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:32:22 +0100

S-Oil’s Shaheen Project in Korea – A Global Petrochemical Landmark with Aramco’s Strategic Investment

With the growing global decarbonization targets, the chemical and raw materials industry is undergoing a profound transformation, prompting many companies to realign their strategies. S-Oil, a leading player in South Korea, is setting a major…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Why Saudi Arabia’s Chemicals Push Deserves Our Full […]

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:24:56 +0100

Why Saudi Arabia’s Chemicals Push Deserves Our Full Attention – Current Insights and Global Market Opportunities

It’s Wednesday morning in Mönchengladbach, and before I head to work at Oqema, I’m sharing this analysis based on a recent article from Bloomberg (“Saudi Arabia Looks for More Global Investments in Chemicals Push,” October 29). 🌍…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Current Insights into Saudi Arabia and China’s Oil and […]

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 05:41:07 +0100

Current Insights into Saudi Arabia and China’s Oil and Petrochemical Developments 🌍

In the latest report from SP Global, Aramco CEO Amin Nasser highlights that global oil demand could remain stable over the coming decades, even with the shift towards renewable energy. This outlook, along with Aramco’s commitment to Liquid-to-Chemicals (COTC),…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Saudi Aramco’s Transformation: From Oil to Chemicals – A […]

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:10:37 +0200

Saudi Aramco’s Transformation: From Oil to Chemicals – A Strategic Shift in Focus 🌍🏭

Lately, I’ve been diving deeper into the strategic developments of Saudi Aramco – and I must say, the more I explore, the more captivating the topic becomes. In the quiet of my evenings, sitting in my single apartment, I’ve found plenty of time to delve into…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Liquid-to-Chemicals: Saudi Arabia’s Strategy for the […]

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:38:53 +0200

Liquid-to-Chemicals: Saudi Arabia’s Strategy for the Future of the Chemical Industry

The latest Reuters article sheds light on Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser’s optimistic outlook for rising oil demand in China, especially for liquid-to-chemical projects. These projects, which involve converting liquid hydrocarbons like naphtha into chemical…

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Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: 💡 Saudi Arabia’s Transformation: From Oil Supplier to […]

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 01:22:55 +0200

💡 Saudi Arabia’s Transformation: From Oil Supplier to Global Chemical Producer

In our Asia Chemical Network Group, we’ve been discussing a very insightful article from Bloomberg that analyzes the strategic decisions made by Saudi Aramco. Once known as one of the world’s leading oil suppliers, Saudi Arabia is steadily evolving into a global…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: Liquid-to-Chemicals: Why the Middle East Will Transform […]

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 08:30:42 +0200

Liquid-to-Chemicals: Why the Middle East Will Transform the Chemical Trade in the Coming Years 🌍⚗️

Some people start their day with coffee ☕ – I start mine by reviewing past analyses. Today, I revisited my old assessment of Saudi Arabia and the Arab countries and realized: “Something is missing!” The Liquid-to-Chemicals approach is one of the…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Arab-European Chemical Industry Exchange: 🌍 Saudi Arabia and the Arab countries: Will they become […]

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 08:38:50 +0200

🌍 Saudi Arabia and the Arab countries: Will they become the new key producers for European chemical distribution? 🌍

Once again, it’s an early Sunday morning, and as I start my day full of energy 💪, an article in Arab News caught my attention 👀, inspiring me to reflect on the latest developments in the Arab chemical industry.

The article…