Global Petrochemical Landscape: Trends, Pressures, and Prospects
October 26, 2024 – Global Petrochemical Capacity Faces Challenges Amidst Shifting Landscapes The global petrochemical industry is currently grappling with a lull in capacity building, yet the overhang of excess capacity remains a persistent hurdle. Xiao Bing, Deputy Director of the Marketing Research Institute at Sinopec’s Economic and Technology Research Institute, highlights that future expansions…
China Chemical Signs Major Contracts Worth Over 200 Billion Yuan in First Half of 2024
China Chemical recently announced that it had signed contracts worth a total of 203.569 billion yuan in the first half of 2024, with construction engineering contracts accounting for the majority, amounting to 194.434 billion yuan. These contracts cover multiple regions both domestically and internationally, with domestic contracts totaling 162.232 billion yuan and overseas contracts reaching…
From Shanghai to Semarang: Zhanchen’s Indonesian Factory Marks New Era in Global Coating Strategy
May 15, 2025 – Zhanchen New Materials Unveils Southeast Asia Expansion with Indonesia Production Hub Launch A pivotal milestone in Southeast Asia’s coating industry emerged on May 13 as Zhanchen New Materials officially commenced operations at its third overseas manufacturing facility in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Strategically located within the Kawasan Industrial Park, the plant…
Chroma Color Debuts ChromaFresh: Elevating Sensory Experience in Color Additives
December 4, 2024 – Chroma Color Unveils ChromaFresh: A Revolutionary Sensory Addition to Color Masterbatches In a groundbreaking move, Chroma Color has announced the launch of its innovative ChromaFresh product line, a series of color additives that not only introduce a new sensory dimension to color concentrates but also significantly enhance the appeal of various…
US Manufacturer Bucks Trade War Trend with China Production Move
July 3, 2025 – US Specialty Materials Firm Defies Tariff Logic with China Production Shift In a surprising reversal of Washington’s trade policy objectives, a 30-year-old American specialty materials manufacturer announced plans to relocate key production lines to China. The decision by the unnamed company – a leader in performance textile additives – highlights the…
Portugal’s IMG Group Invests €30M in Lithuania’s Sustainable PET Film Plant
June 11, 2025 – Portugal’s IMG Group Launches Groundbreaking PET Film Plant in Lithuania AsiaMB reports Evertis, a subsidiary of Portugal’s IMG Group, is making a strategic €30 million investment to establish an advanced PET film manufacturing facility in Lithuania’s Klaipėda Free Economic Zone. The project, backed by a €25 million loan from the European…
The Complex Landscape of Carbon Black: Trends, Threats, and Triumphs
April 27, 2025 – As a crucial foundational material in the industrial sector, carbon black plays an indispensable role across numerous industries, and its industry dynamics have always been a focus of attention. Currently, the carbon black industry is evolving in a complex landscape, presenting both new opportunities and a series of challenges. The market…
PLASTEC EAST 2025: Showcasing Innovation and Trends in Plastics
January 24, 2025 – PLASTEC EAST 2025: A Grand Gathering of the Plastics and Rubber Industry in New York The plastics and rubber industry in North America is gearing up for a major event as PLASTEC EAST 2025 is set to open its doors from June 10 to 12 at the Javits Center in New…
Landmark Achievements at Dusseldorf China’s 2024 Exhibitions, Paving the Way for International Growth
February 8, 2025 – Dusseldorf China’s 2024 Exhibitions Achieve Unprecedented Success, Boosting International Market Expansion for Businesses In 2024, Dusseldorf China’s 11 major exhibitions shone brightly, attracting a total of 9,800 domestic and international exhibitors and half a million professional visitors across a massive 710,000 square meters of exhibition space. The exhibitions, spanning various sectors…
Toughened Nylon Emerges as Top Choice for Motorcycle Outer Protection
March 31, 2025 – Toughened nylon materials are emerging as a game-changer for motorcycle outer protective panels, offering riders enhanced safety and aesthetic appeal. In the realm of daily motorcycle riding, the outer protective panel plays a pivotal role, serving as a robust shield for critical components and a key factor in boosting the vehicle’s…