Petro Chemical
Updated 21:43:04 UST, 13 Jun 2013
European petrochemical production hugely hit by devastating floods
BERLIN (Scrap Monster) : The petrochemical production and distribution in several Central European nations have been disrupted by heavy floods across the region.
The PS, PVC and PE industries across several countries including Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania are reported to be struggling due to incessant rains and devastating floods that lashed out in these regions…
GCC petrochemical output grew 5.5% regardless of global slowdown
The yearly report published by the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) states that the petrochem output by GCC countries recorded a growth in 2012 despite global slowdown
India hikes import tariffs on a range of major polymers
All imports of polymers are going to cost 50% higher in India. The government has decided Thursday to hike the import duty on a range of polymers by a 2.5%
Freight flows between US and NAFTA partners turn sluggish during February
According to the recent data published by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) under the US Department of Transportation, the surface trade between the US and its NAFTA partners slumped during the month of February
Saskatchewan exports keep booming in 2012; outshines B.C for the first time
The total exports by Saskatchewan province surged higher in 2012 to beat B.C for the first time in history
Australia on the brink of becoming largest LNG exporter by 2020
According to estimates released by a British business process research group, Australia may surpass Qatar to become the largest exporter of LNG by 2020
Shell to exit from Australian refinery; around 500 jobs at risk
The petroleum major Shell has announced its decision to quit from the Australian Geelong refinery.
Kitimat refinery has likely potential to boost B.C economy, comments industry expert
The Kitimat petroleum products refinery may have a significant impact on the B.C economy, according to industry expert.
US crude oil imports hit 16 year February lows : API
According to the monthly statistics released by the American Petroleum Institute (API), the US crude oil imports have hit new lows during the month of February.
NS and NL may fare well ; growth forecasts lower for majority of provinces: RBC Economics
The 2013 Provincial outlook released March 19th by RBC Economics states that natural resource-intensive provinces will continue to lead growth in 2013. The Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador provinces may rebound and shine during the year.
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China's petrochemical output growth seen moderating
Chinese petrochemicals output growth appeared to be moderating in 2011 as tightening lending conditions led to lower rates of domestic consumption growth
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Truck dealer uses recycled oil for heating system
MHC Kenworth, a truck dealer in Oklahoma is using recycled engine oil for its heating system as a part of its environment friendly initiatives
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US-EPA Removes Chemicals from Former Wabbaseka School
The Environmental Protection Agency has removed abandoned chemical containers from a demolished school in Arkansas that included inflammables, corrosive acids and toxic material
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