Shin-Etsu to Boost PVC Production Capacity in US
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4063) has announced plans to increase the production capacity of Shintech Inc., a U.S.-based subsidiary focused……Chemical Supply Chain
Tokyo Tech, AIST Team Doubles Capacity of Solid-State Battery
A research team from Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology……
Srithepthai Enters Bioresin Business With Both Upstream, Downstream Production Plans
Thai conglomerate Srithepthai is looking to get into the bioresin business, with plans to build a stable supply infrastructure running…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Major Japanese Chemical Players Advance Further Into Life Sciences Venture Tie-ups
Some big names in Japan’s chemical industry are broadening their scope of collaboration with venture companies as they look to…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Toray Ramps up Development of Advanced Materials for Hydrogen Production and Storage, Lithium Recovery
Toray Industries Inc. (TYO:3402) is accelerating its development of advanced materials in the bid to establish new circular systems involving…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Manufacturers Pursue Cheaper EV Batteries by Ditching Cobalt
As the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) continues worldwide, companies are working to reduce their use of expensive cobalt, allowing…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Kao, Kyoto University Set out to Create Carbonization Recycling System for Disposable Diapers
Kao Corp. (TYO:4452) and Kyoto University are getting to work to establish a carbonization recycling system for used disposable diapers……. Please subscribe to read the full story.
Interview: Mitsui Chemicals President Osamu Hashimoto Discusses Adaptions Amid Volatile Business Environment
Mitsui Chemicals Inc. (TYO:4183) President & CEO Osamu Hashimoto is fast approaching his first-year anniversary since taking up the mantle…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Interview: Asahi Kasei President Hideki Kobori Talks Industry Trends, Strategy
Asahi Kasei Corp. (TYO:3407) is working hard to deal with a changing society while still growing its business. Company president…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Interview: Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings President Hitoshi Ochi Talks Business Plans
Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corp. (TYO:4188) is set for a number of changes this year, with aims to both start up…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
