Analysis of the profitability of the Middle East refining and petrochemical industry for the second quarter of 2009.

Analysis of the profitability of the Western Europe refining and petrochemical industry for the second quarter of 2009.

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

Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for the first quarter 2009. A commentary on surviving the downturn-impact on polyolefins products is provided.