In the December 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we highlighted major global developments, including Borouge’s $6.2B expansion in the UAE, ICE’s launch of Asia ethylene futures, and trade policy shifts in Brazil. We covered rising concerns in the U.S. fertilizer sector, global economic recovery trends, and surging momentum in circular economy initiatives—from recycled […]

ADI’s blog series examines the refining industry in Latin American import-reliant nations, including Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Ecuador. The latest installment focuses on Peru, drawing from their study, “Market Outlook for U.S. Refined Products Exports to Latin America.”

Ammonia is a compound that is primarily used in fertilizers to increase crop yield and other agricultural purposes. In addition, it is also used in the chemical industries as a refrigerant and to manufacture synthetic fibers, resins, and other products. Because of its various applications, there is an existing commercial distribution network for ammonia globally […]

ADI’s blog series analyzes Latin American refining, focusing on import-reliant nations. Previous blogs covered Brazil, Mexico, and Chile; today’s discusses Ecuador, based on their study, “Market Outlook for U.S. Refined Products Exports to Latin America.”

ADI’s blog series examines Latin American refining and fuel demand, previously covering Brazil and Mexico. Today’s blog focuses on Chile’s import reliance, drawing from their study, “Market Outlook for U.S. Refined Products Exports to Latin America.”

In the November 2021 editionn of the ADI newsletter, explored key global energy and resources trends shaping industrial strategy. Topics included the rising potential of ammonia as an energy carrier in the transition to cleaner fuels, and whether oil majors’ investments in hydrogen projects mark a true strategic shift toward decarbonization. We also examined Mexico’s […]

In the November 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we explored industry highlights including Dow’s $10B net-zero expansion in Alberta, ExxonMobil’s investment in China, Milliken’s acquisition of Encapsys, and partnerships like Bazan with UBQ and Dow with Gunvor for circular plastics. ADI also shared recent consulting insights on pyrolysis oil pricing, plant site selection, […]

A key growth driver behind liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand has been environmental policy and regulatory pressure driven by decarbonization and air quality improvement goals. The Paris Agreement signed in 2016 aims to restrict greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and slow the global temperature rise to 2 °C above pre-industrial levels. The Philippines committed to the […]

Silver’s main domestic use in 2020 was electrical and electronics (28%), surpassing jewelry and silverware (26%). Its industrial applications, including pharmaceuticals and solar cells, are driven by its superior conductivity and resistance properties.

Several countries have laid out hydrogen strategies in the journey to energy transition. For example, South Korea is aiming to quadruple current annual demand for hydrogen to 2 million tons per year (MMTPA) by 2030 and grow to 5 MMTPA by 2050. Similarly, Japan is aiming to consume 3 MMTPA by 2030, rising to 20 MMTPA by 2050. However, […]

In the October 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we spotlighted key developments in sustainability, recycling, and petrochemical investments. This issue highlighted ExxonMobil’s upcoming advanced plastic recycling plant, Dow’s major decarbonization and pyrolysis investments, and Nestlé’s partnership with Yes Recycling for hard-to-recycle plastics. We also cover Clover Sonoma’s launch of PCR milk jugs, TotalEnergies […]

In the October 2021 edition of the ADI newsletter, we examined evolving dynamics in energy and materials markets with a focus on sustainability and future demand. This issue featured an outlook on asphalt market growth in emerging economies as refiners seek alternative revenue streams. We also assessed the environmental challenges facing lithium mining for electric […]