This report provides a detailed understanding of the evolution of the Chinese petrochemicals market. This analysis focuses on the supply and demand balance in China and identifies the strategic trends and issues shaping the industry.

Definition of the techno-economic models used in the Quarterly Business Analysis reports in 2013.

Definition of the techno-economic models used in the Quarterly Business Analysis reports in 2013.

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.