Polyester value chain has seen a significant decline in recent weeks, driven by a 9.62 per cent drop in crude oil prices since July 2024. PSF prices have decreased by less than 2 per cent in China and
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Lummus Technology has secured a contract with Silleno LLP for an ethylene unit at Kazakhstan's first polyethylene plant, located in the Atyrau Region. The plant will enhance...
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In August, China's logistics market index increased to 51.5 per cent, up 0.5 percentage points from July, as per an industry report. The warehousing index also improved,...
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Operating conditions in China's manufacturing sector improved midway across Q3 2024, Caixin China PMI data show. Overall confidence levels rose to a three-month high in...
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PPG has expanded its Petaling Jaya, Malaysia plant to produce non-stick and low-friction coatings for kitchenware, bakeware, and industrial applications. The facility now...
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ICE cotton prices fell yesterday due to slow demand, improved crop conditions, and weaker crude oil prices. The December contract settled at 69.81 cents per pound, down...
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Kasturi Cotton is revolutionising the Indian cotton industry with its high-quality, transparent, and sustainable products. Using blockchain traceability, it ensures authenticity...
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In August, US manufacturing production fell for the first time in seven months, with Manufacturing PMI dropping to 47.9. Declining sales, weakened demand, and geopolitical...
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Turkiye's manufacturing sector saw subdued demand conditions in August, according to PMI data. Although new orders softened to a lesser extent than in July, the pace of...
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OEKO-TEX reported significant growth, issuing over 50,000 certificates from July 2023 to June 2024. Over 40,000 chemical products are now certified with the ECO PASSPORT....
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In July 2024, Pakistan's textile and apparel exports fell by 3.09 per cent to $1.271 billion, continuing a downward trend. The textile sector contributed 55.10 per cent to total exports, down from 63.54
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AGC will open the AGC Chemicals Technical Center in Hsinchu, Taiwan, in October 2024. The centre will offer technical services for semiconductor and electronic materials,...
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Rallis India and Bio-Gene Technology have completed pilot-scale production of Flavocide, a new nature-identical insecticide. Gyanendra Shukla of Rallis emphasised the commitment...
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Geopolitics, widespread domestic civil unrest and flooding have badly affected Bangladesh in recent times and the implications of these disruptions are serious, particularly...
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In August, cotton prices in Brazil fell below BRL 4 ($0.71) per pound, driven by increased domestic supply, lower international prices and reduced export parity. The CEPEA/ESALQ...
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India's cotton production may decrease by 10-15 per cent in 2024-25 season due to excessive rains in cotton-growing states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Telangana. Heavy rains have caused
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OCI has become the first Korean phosphoric acid manufacturer to supply SK hynix, strengthening its lead in the domestic semiconductor market. The company, which has been...
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North India cotton yarn prices remained steady in Delhi and Ludhiana due to average demand and rising cotton costs, which have increased production expenses. Cotton prices have surged due to reports
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Kemira has acquired Norit's UK reactivation business, Purton Carbons Limited. The acquisition, effective July 1, 2024, includes Purton's reactivation facility in the UK,...
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NRF is urging negotiations between ILA and USMX to prevent a potential labour strike at US ports. With the contract deadline of September 30 approaching, NRF President Matthew...
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Evonik has opened a new plant in Steinau, Germany, to produce sustainable cosmetic emollients using an enzymatic process. This investment boosts production capacity and...
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The ASEAN manufacturing sector recorded modest improvement in its health in August, according to S&P Global. However, growth cooled on the month and employment contracted....
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Tata Chemicals and BAIF signed an MoU to collaborate on producing Spineless Cactus and Hybrid Napier, aiming to support rural development, climate-smart agriculture, and bio-energy...
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Bharat Tex 2025, scheduled from February 14-17 in Delhi, is a major global textile trade fair organised by Textile Export Promotion Councils and supported by the Ministry...
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Eni and Snam have launched Italy's first CO₂ capture, transport, and storage project, Ravenna CCS, reducing emissions by over 90 per cent. Powered by renewable energy, the...
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