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.
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.
Interview: New Mitsui Chemicals President Osamu Hashimoto Looks to the Future
Osamu Hashimoto has recently taken the helm at Mitsui Chemicals Inc. (TYO:4183), taking over from Tsutomu Tannowa as company president…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Coronavirus Report – Part 34: Chemical Companies to Continue Operations as Japan Declares State of Emergency
Japan has officially declared a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus. While there…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Kuraray Sets Sights on Increased TPS Sales
Kuraray Co. Ltd. (TYO:3405) is aiming to increase the volume of its hydrogenated thermoplastic styrene (TPS) elastomer business by 5…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Sumitomo Chemical Eyes New Markets With Sensor Business
Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4005) is branching out with its sensor operations in a bid to venture into new fields……. Please subscribe to read the full story.
