This supplement provides a cost of production for olefins and polyolefins in many locations around the world. In addition, the effect of ethane from U.S. shale gas and bio-ethylene from sugar cane and Russian ethane has been studied.

Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for Q3 2011. Nexant examines the increasing importance of shale gas and the challenges faced in this segment of the industry.

Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for the second quarter 2011. In addition, Nexant examines the extent of the global recovery and current state of the olefins and polyolefins market.

Analysis and forecast of supply and demand in the global aromatics market.