Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for the second quarter 2008. The overall outlook of the potential impact of declining economic growth and rising oil prices on polyofelins demand and margins is included.

This study analyzes the economics of an integrated coal-based gasification complex producing electric power via IGCC technology and chemical derivatives.

Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for the first quarter 2008. In addition, an overall outlook on the propylene market and discussion on the implications on price are included.

Comparative regional analysis of the cost position of polyethylene and polypropylene are provided. A detailed view of feedstocks, fixed and variable costs, are also provided.