The various process routes to phenol are assessed and their production economics compared. The conventional cumene-based process, Mitsui acetone recycle process, Solutia co-product free process, and Shell’s emerging phenol/acetone/MEK route are presented. Regional phenol supply/demend forecasts are also provided.

The technology, economics and new developments in thermoplastic polyolefin elastomers are presented. In addition, regional supply/demand forecasts out to 2011 are also provided.

The chemistry, process technology, and production economics for ammonia manufacture are presented. Production costs are compared for the Middle East, USGC and China (coal based). In addition, regional supply/demand forecasts are also provided.

The chemistry, process technology and production economics for the latest in aromatics manufacturing is presented.  Regional supply/demand forecasts for benzene and p-xylene is also provided.