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Komal Vaity posted an update in the group China Chemical Industry: Exchange, Products & Companies in Focus: I wanted to share that I am offering vessel […]

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:54:46 +0200

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Komal Vaity posted an update in the group Industrial Chemicals: I wanted to share that I am offering vessel […]

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:54:04 +0200

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Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group News from the chemical industry: Dow structurally withdraws from Europe – a warning sign […]

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:46:57 +0200

Dow structurally withdraws from Europe – a warning sign for the chemical industry?

Dow announced on July 7, 2025, the shutdown of three major European assets by 2027: the ethylene cracker in Böhlen (Germany), chlor-alkali and vinyl production in Schkopau (Germany), and a siloxane facility in Barry (UK). The move follows April’s strategy update…

Yong Wan KIM posted an update in the group Korea: In fact, what is important is the survival strategy […]

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 23:57:16 +0200

In fact, what is important is the survival strategy after consolidation. The biggest problem in the chemical industry right now is the absence of a leader who understands the business, overcomes crisis, and finds growth opportunities. Now they are trying to escape somehow. I miss the late former LG Chairman…

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Petrochemical industry restructuring faces setback amid growing conflict - 매일경제 영문뉴스 펄스(Pulse)

Concerns are growing that South Korea is missing a critical opportunity to restructure its petrochemical industry due to stalled progress in consolidation efforts. Although discussions around restruct

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: Just read about the devastating explosion at […]

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:47:50 +0200

Just read about the devastating explosion at Sigachi Industries in Pashamylaram, Telangana, on June 30, 2025. Reports say a reactor blast caused a massive fire, killing at least 36-40 people and injuring many others. It’s so tragic to hear about the workers, many of them migrants, caught in this disaster. The factory, which makes pharmaceutical…

thehindu.com

Telangana pharma factory blast: Death toll reaches 44, rain hampers rescue operations

35 dead in pharmaceutical blast, Patancheru hospital receives charred remains, conducts DNA tests for identification, officials monitor situation closely.

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: Good news for farmers! India’s agrochemical industry is […]

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:14:19 +0200

Good news for farmers! India’s agrochemical industry is growing strong, thanks to a promising 2025 monsoon that’s 2% above average. This means better crops and more demand for local chemicals, with exports like herbicides jumping by 20% this year. New rules also protect Indian makers from cheap imports, helping keep prices steady. A bright…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group News from the chemical industry: Austria’s coatings sector under pressure: construction […]

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:50:39 +0200

Austria’s coatings sector under pressure: construction slump, export weakness, raw material risks

503 million euros in sales – but no growth, no recovery. Austria’s coatings industry remains under pressure in 2024. For strategic buyers in Europe, this is more than a regional signal.

What stands out: Weakness in private residential…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group Korea: South Korea’s chemical industry remains – but not as […]

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 04:51:54 +0200

South Korea’s chemical industry remains – but not as before: What we need to understand in procurement now

Saturday morning. Coffee. And a few thoughts on South Korea – a market that has been part of our supply landscape for years, but one that is now repositioning itself.

Lotte Chemical is selling its membrane production business. Not a major…

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…

Jia Hailey posted an update: Hi, Friends,I'm new here, we are organic […]

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:26:09 +0200

Hi, Friends,

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Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: India’s agrochemical industry, valued at $11.2B in FY25, […]

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:03:03 +0200

India’s agrochemical industry, valued at $11.2B in FY25, is on track to hit $14.5B by FY28 with a 9% CAGR, a testament to its resilience despite a 22% export slump in FY24. Stabilizing global supply chains and India’s cost-competitive edge are fueling this recovery, bolstered by recent anti-dumping duties on Chinese Pretilachlor and PEDA,…

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Indias agrochemicals market eyes $14.5 billion by 2028 with 9% CAGR: Report - The Tribune

Indias agrochemicals industry remains resilient and is projected to grow to USD 14.5 billion by 2027-28, with a CAGR of 9 per cent, despite global headwinds, according to a report by Rubix Data Sciences -- a leading provider of risk … Continue reading

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: India’s petroleum product demand is set to grow at a 5.37% […]

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:56:54 +0200

India’s petroleum product demand is set to grow at a 5.37% CAGR through 2030, driven by manufacturing and transportation, supporting the petrochemical segment of the chemical industry. Geopolitical risks, such as potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, could impact crude supply, but India’s diversified imports (e.g., 2–2.2 million…

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India shifts oil sourcing as conflict threatens Hormuz; boosts imports from Russia, US in June - BusinessToday

Indian refiners are expected to import 2–2.2 million barrels per day (bpd) of Russian crude in June — the highest volume in two years.

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group News from the chemical industry: Benzyl Alcohol: A classic product with […]

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:13:25 +0200

Benzyl Alcohol: A classic product with strategic relevance

I’ve been working with benzyl alcohol for over two decades – as a purchaser, product manager, and market analyst. And while it may seem like a “standard” product, it remains a valuable indicator of broader industrial trends – in both Asia and Europe.

The latest export data from China…

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: India’s Chemical Boom: Grabbing Europe’s MarketIndia’s […]

Thu, 22 May 2025 07:52:47 +0200

India’s Chemical Boom: Grabbing Europe’s Market

India’s $220 billion chemical industry has a big chance to grow in Europe. A May 17, 2025, report by B&K Securities says Europe’s chemical market is struggling. It expects only 0.5% growth in 2025, down from 2.5% in 2024, due to high energy costs. This opens doors for Indian exporters.

Here’s how…

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

European chemical industry woes present market opportunity for India: Report - Times of India

India Business News: A B&K Securities analysis indicates that disruptions in European chemical operations offer Indian manufacturers a chance to expand, despite challenges

Yong Wan KIM posted an update in the group Korea: They say it's not 20%, but 30%. Since everything is […]

Tue, 20 May 2025 02:11:37 +0200

They say it’s not 20%, but 30%. Since everything is new, there are no principles and some of them earns money.

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GS Caltex leads change in bio-marine fuel transport IMO rules - 매일경제 영문뉴스 펄스(Pulse)

South Korea’s GS Caltex successfully persuaded the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to amend rules governing the transport of bio-marine fuel, allowing fuels with up to 30 percent bio content

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: India-UK FTA: A Game-Changer for Organic […]

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:39:57 +0200

India-UK FTA: A Game-Changer for Organic Chemicals

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), finalized on May 6, 2025, is set to transform India’s chemical industry, particularly the organic chemicals sector. With bilateral trade projected to double to $120 billion by 2030, the FTA eliminates UK tariffs on 99% of Indian exports, including organic…

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Chemical, apparel, auto parts exports to UK to double under trade pact: FIEO

Following the free trade agreement, India's exports to the UK are poised for significant growth across various sectors. Organic chemicals are expected to surge by 130% to $966 million by 2027, while woven apparel exports could more than double to … Continue reading

Bhushan Fegde posted an update in the group India: Powering EVs: India’s Chemical Firms Bet on Battery […]

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:36:29 +0200

Powering EVs: India’s Chemical Firms Bet on Battery Materials

India’s chemical industry is charging into the electric vehicle (EV) boom. On May 9, 2025, Himadri Speciality Chemical invested $10–12 million for a 10–12% stake in U.S.-based International Battery Company (IBC), tapping into advanced battery material R&D. With firms like Gujarat…

Asia Chemical Network posted an update in the group News from the chemical industry: Storm clouds over the Atlantic – and Germany’s chemical […]

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:42:17 +0200

Storm clouds over the Atlantic – and Germany’s chemical industry is feeling the pressure.

Despite signs of short-term stabilization, business expectations in the German chemical and pharmaceutical sectors have deteriorated again in April. One of the main concerns: the renewed U.S. tariff policy under President Trump. It’s not only putting…