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HDPE Market Soars in Europe and US Amid Supply Shortages and Surging Demand

HDPE Market Soars in Europe and US Amid Supply Shortages and Surging Demand

Polymer February 28, 2024

In the initial half of February 2024, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) experienced an upward price trajectory across Europe and the United States, primarily driven by supply shortages and a...

HPCL to Commission Barmer Refinery by January 2025: Company Executive S. Bharathan

HPCL to Commission Barmer Refinery by January 2025: Company Executive S. Bharathan

Polymer February 10, 2024

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) is set to commission the nation's newest oil refinery in Barmer, Rajasthan, by January next year, aiming to meet the escalating fuel demand...

Crude Realities: Factors Influencing Recent Price Movements

Crude Realities: Factors Influencing Recent Price Movements

Crude oil February 2, 2024

Over the past week, crude oil prices have seen a notable 5% decline, closing at $79.11 per barrel, contrasting with the 4% increase observed a month ago when...

Polymer Price Adjustments: Comprehensive Overview of February 1, 2024, Revisions by Domestic Polymer Producer.

Polymer Price Adjustments: Comprehensive Overview of February 1, 2024, Revisions by Domestic Polymer Producer.

Polymer February 1, 2024

The domestic polymer producer company has implemented adjustments to its polymer prices, effective from February 1, 2024. Here's a breakdown of the revisions:  Reliance Industries Limited (RIL): PET...

SABIC greenlights $6.4bn petrochemical complex in China

SABIC greenlights $6.4bn petrochemical complex in China

Polymer January 23, 2024

Saudi Basic Industries Corp. has given its go-ahead for a $6.4 billion investment to build a petrochemical complex in Fujian, solidifying its partnership with China.  To be developed in...

Plastics Industry Association Urges Unified Effort to Boost Recycling Rates

Plastics Industry Association Urges Unified Effort to Boost Recycling Rates

Polymer January 12, 2024

In response to a recent Curbside Recycling Report, the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) emphasizes the pressing need for collaborative efforts to enhance recycling practices. PLASTICS' President and CEO,...

Karnataka High Court Upholds Quality Controls on Plastic Imports, Supporting 'Make in India' Initiative

Karnataka High Court Upholds Quality Controls on Plastic Imports, Supporting 'Make in India' Initiative

Policy January 11, 2024

The Karnataka High Court has upheld the Union government's quality control order on the import of plastic raw materials, dismissing a plea by the All India HDPE/PP Woven...

Comprehensive Overview of Indian Domestic Polymer Price Revisions – January 11, 2024

Comprehensive Overview of Indian Domestic Polymer Price Revisions – January 11, 2024

Polymer January 11, 2024

As of January 11, 2024, Indian polymer producers have announced revisions in their Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE) prices. Let's delve into the details of these adjustments provided...

Haldia Petrochemicals to Invest Rs 3,000 Crore in India's First Phenol Plant and On-Purpose Propylene Unit

Haldia Petrochemicals to Invest Rs 3,000 Crore in India's First Phenol Plant and On-Purpose Propylene Unit

Polymer January 10, 2024

Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd (HPL) has unveiled plans to invest Rs 3,000 crore in establishing groundbreaking chemical plants in West Bengal. The project includes India's first on-purpose propylene plant...

Crude Oil Faces Volatility: Geopolitical Tensions and Oversupply Concerns

Crude Oil Faces Volatility: Geopolitical Tensions and Oversupply Concerns

Crude oil January 9, 2024

Crude oil experienced a rebound in Tuesday's session, recovering from a more than 3% loss on Monday triggered by Saudi Arabia's decision to cut oil prices. Despite the...