Coronavirus Report – Part 80: Impact on Western Economy
The spread of novel coronavirus infections has had a major impact on first-quarter (January–March) business results in the Western chemicals…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Asahi Kasei Launches New Department to Capture CASE-Related Demand
Asahi Kasei Corp. (TYO:3407) has opened a new department for mobility materials, launching this in April to focus on products…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 78: Chinese Economic Data for April Indicates Recovery
Key economic data from China for the month of April has indicated a full recovery in the country’s economic activity……. Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Weighs Heavily on Business Results of Japan’s Eight Chemical Giants
Seven of Japan’s eight major chemical companies have posted a decrease to both sales revenue and profits for fiscal 2019……. Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 77: Japan’s Pharmaceutical Companies Move in Quick Order to Treat Infection
Japanese pharmaceutical companies have lined up to develop a myriad of solutions to treat COVID-19 infections. One such company here…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 62: Methanol Demand in Asia Sinks to Lowest Level Since GFC
Methanol market conditions in Asia have plunged, with prices sitting at around $170 per ton – down by more than…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Danger Ahead for Materials Industry – Part 2: Digitalization Drives Improvement for Solid-State Batteries
Tokyo Institute of Technology Professor Taro Hitosugi is working to establish process technology that can boost the energy density of…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 50: Alcoholic Drinks See Production Increase Amid Disinfectant Demand
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a shortage of rubbing alcohol for disinfectant use. Looking to combat the situation, Japan’s Ministry…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 49: Is the COVID-19 Resolution in China for Real?
China is displaying confidence in having been able to tamper down and bring under control the novel coronavirus in quick…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 47: Fujifilm Plans Major Increase to Avigan Production
Fujifilm Holdings Corp. (TYO:4901) is ramping up production of Avigan, an anti-influenza drug that is being eyed as a potential…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
