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Value chain-wide expertise from upstream oil & gas to fuels and refining, power and utilities, the shift towards energy transition, and the intricacies of commodity and specialty chemicals.

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ADI’s global blue ammonia projects database

The global blue ammonia market is rapidly expanding, driven by increasingly stringent decarbonization policies and regulations that promote the production and adoption of low-carbon ammonia. Examples include the European Union’s (EU) Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which incentivizes low-carbon ammonia production by imposing a carbon cost on imports based on their embedded emissions. Besides, the […]

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The growing challenge of industrial R&D

For much of the 20th century, R&D was viewed as a long-term investment in scientific discovery, often insulated from day-to-day operational pressures. Success was measured in patents, breakthrough technologies, and the promise of future growth. Today, that view no longer holds. Across energy, chemicals, and broader industrial sectors, R&D has been reshaped by a combination […]

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IMO’s safety guidelines pave the way for ammonia-fueled ships

Ammonia has increasingly emerged as a potential low-carbon marine fuel to support decarbonization in the maritime sector due to its carbon-free combustion profile. However, compared to methanol, ammonia has lagged behind in commercial adoption as a low-carbon marine fuel. This is primarily due to its toxicity, which requires more complex storage and handling systems, as […]

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Global polyolefin foams

ADI Chemical Market Resources (ADI CMR) conducted a strategic study of the global polyolefin foams market, covering polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foams, including next-generation metallocene-based resins. These foams, which could be crosslinked or non-crosslinked, were used in protective packaging, automotive components, sporting goods, and medical applications. The development of high-melt strength […]

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2025 Refining and fuels outlook: Another challenging year ahead

The refining industry faced another challenging year in 2024, with crack spreads plummeting due to weak demand for petroleum products and rising global refining capacity. As we look ahead to 2025, refiners will likely encounter another difficult year with sluggish demand, tight margins, and potential supply disruptions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Key trends to watch […]

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