Development of gas crackers in the Middle East and switching to shale gas ethane in the U.S. have shorted the market of propylene and other heavier streams normally in abundance from naphtha-fed crackers. Consequently, more on-purpose propylene is required to bridge the shortfalls. This report evaluates the options for meeting future demand growth.
Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis, and capacity expansions are provided for Q1 2013. A discussion on resurgence of the U.S. polyolefins industry is included.
This report provides an analysis of key developments in the methanol industry, including capacity updates, profitability and pricing developments over the past quarter.
The QBU report provides an analysis of key developments in the ammonia and urea industry, including capacity updates, profitability, and pricing developments over the past quarter.