Showa Denko Eyes Acquisition of Hitachi Chemical
It has become apparent that Showa Denko KK (TYO:4004) is looking at acquiring Hitachi Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4217). This would…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Interview: Showa Denko President Kohei Morikawa Discusses Acquisition Plans for Hitachi Chemical
Showa Denko KK (TYO:4004) recently announced that it intends to acquire Hitachi Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4217) for the sum of…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 14: Global Battery Industry Slows, But for How Long?
The impact of the novel coronavirus is slowing the global battery industry. According to survey results from Yano Research Institute…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 44: Southeast Asia Shows Hunger for Food and Beverage Packaging Materials
As countries in Southeast Asia look to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 through urban lockdowns, demand is standing strong…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 89: Japanese Materials and Chemicals Companies See Rush of Contract Production Activity
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan’s materials and chemicals companies are seeing a high level of activity for the contract development…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Eyes Synthesis of Chemical Raw Materials Using CO2
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Co. Inc. (TYO:4182) has set out on joint research into carbon recycling. Looking to make effective use…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Sumitomo Chemical Ramps up Efforts for LiB Components
Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4005) is looking to further strengthen and expand its business for battery components, with a particular…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Mitsubishi Chemical to Ramp up Marketing Efforts for PMMA in Automotive Applications
Mitsubishi Chemical Corp. is intensifying the automotive focus of its business for polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) molding materials. With the coronavirus…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Mitsui Chemicals, Mitsui & Co Make Takeover Bid for Honshu Chemical
Mitsui Chemicals Inc. (TYO:4183) and Mitsui & Co. Ltd. (TYO:8031) have announced a tender offer for Honshu Chemical Industry Co……. Please subscribe to read the full story.
Asahi Kasei to Enter PPA Market in 2023 With Strong, Heat-Resistant, CASE-Compatible Offering
Asahi Kasei Corp. (TYO:3407) has decided to add polyphthalamide (PPA) to the lineup of its polyamide (PA) business, with plans…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
