Analysis of the profitability of the West European refining and petrochemical industry for the fourth quarter of 2005

The chemistry, process technology and production economics for epoxy resins and key precursors including epichlorohydrin and bisphenol A are presented. Tri-regional supply/demand forecasts for epoxy resins are also given.

The chemistry, process technology, and production economics for nylon fiber manufacture are presented. Chinese versus USGC economics are highlighted. Regional capacity and production out to 2015 are also provided.

Analysis and forecast of the annual profitability of the U.S. refining and petrochemical industry