The impact of new stringent environmental regulations on refineries and refining processes is assessed.

Analysis and forecast of supply and demand in the Asia Pacific vinyls markets.

Analysis of the economics of polyolefin production in each major producing region. Discussion of key factors underlying each regions cost estimates and topical issues are discussed.

Analysis of the trade statistics of processed plastic products for Western Europe, U.S., and Japan. Net importers or exporters of such products are identified. Export profile of processed polyolefins in Asia is reviewed.