This study evaluates the intangible assets represented by chemical and energy process technologies that are in the research and development (R&D) phase. These technologies are not yet commercialized but appear to have significant economic value. The study surveys twenty promising technologies and explains Nexant’s assessment of their value.
Ammonia & Urea SBA Program identifies the strategic trends and issues that shape the industry. Reviews the fundamental business drivers and dynamics, covering markets, pricing, technology, and delivered cost competitiveness.
The process technologies and production economics for LDPE are assessed. Four tubular processes and autoclave processes are reviewed and compared. The cost of production economics of LDPE are compared to LLDPE economics.
Presents the process technologies and economics for various polymers used as substitutes for polycarbonate in baby bottle manufacture, including polyethylene, polypropylene, PEN, PES, and Eastman’s new polymer, Tritan.
Chemistry, process technology and production economics for EO and EG are presented. Process technologies of the three main licensors, Scientific Design, Shell and Dow are described. Cost of production economics of EO and MEG are assessed including Shell’s new OMEGA process.
Methanol SBA Program identifies the strategic trends and issues that shape the industry. Reviews the fundamental business drivers and dynamics with respect to marekts, pricing, technology, and delivered cost competitiveness.