Acrylonitrile production via new propane ammoxidation and conventional propylene ammoxidation technologies has been reviewed. Detailed costs of production evaluations of both processes are included. Acrylonitrile supply/demand analysis is included.

Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for Q3 2011. Nexant examines the increasing importance of shale gas and the challenges faced in this segment of the industry.

Provides a comprehensive analysis of the key market issues expected to affect the future profitability of global refineries and the availability of petrochemical feedstocks.

Analysis of the profitability of the Asia Pacific refining and petrochemical industry for the third quarter of 2011.