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As the energy world races toward decarbonization, demand for petrochemicals continues to climb—and one molecule is quietly stepping into the spotlight: ethane. Once considered a secondary byproduct of natural gas production, ethane has evolved into something far more important. Today, it’s a globally traded commodity, a go-to feedstock for et...

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Introduction Plastic Pyrolysis Oil (PPO) is a valuable product created from the thermal breakdown of waste plastics. It typically has a high energy content and can be refined into fuels and chemicals. However, refineries face challenges in effectively utilizing this resource to enhance plastic recycling efforts. PPO consists of a complex mix ...

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Trade has become increasingly politicized, with a rise in bilateral agreements and friendshoring replacing multilateral schemes, intensifying a deglobalization trend that is risking today’s economic status quo and is set to reshape chemical supply chains longer term. In the short term, US tariffs are poised to disrupt global trade, drive ...

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WORLD CHEMICAL FORUM

March 25-26, 2026 · The Woodlands, TX

 

The #1 Must Attend Event in the Chemical Industry is ready for YOU!

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Short-Term Chemical Market Outlook & Pricing Services

Market Advisory Service - Stay agile with real-time chemical pricing data and short-term market intelligence.

  • Pricing insights for 150+ commodity chemicals
  • across 30+ services.
  • Spot and contract pricing trends
  • Supply & demand movements
  • Trade flow assessments and forecasting
  • Long-Term Chemical Market Outlook & Strategic Forecasting

    World Analysis - Plan with confidence using our forward-looking chemical market forecasts through 2050.

  • Covering 150+ chemicals across 40 services, with a market outlook through 2050.
  • Global capacity, production, and trade outlooks
  • Long-range supply and demand modeling
  • Industry megatrends and scenario planning
  • Global Circular Plastics Analytics

    Accelerate your sustainability goals with expert insights from our Global Circular Plastics Analytics

  • Near-term and long-term circular plastics analysis
  • Recycling feedstock trends and technology tracking
  • Strategic planning tools for circularity transformation
  • Energy & Feedstock Market Outlook for Chemicals

    Track how energy and feedstock prices impact chemical markets.

  • Oil, natural gas, and gasoline market intelligence
  • Short- and long-term energy forecasts
  • Downstream chemical sector implications
  • Consulting & Advisory Services

    Partner with over 200 specialized energy & chemical industry consultants to solve your most complex challenges.

  • Bespoke advisory across the entire chemical value chain
  • Strategic planning, investment guidance, and market entry support
  • Expertise across 200+ core chemicals

  • Chemical Cost Curves & Competitor Benchmarking

    Understand your position with detailed chemical cost curve analysis.

  • Compare production costs and margins
  • Analyze global supply chain competitiveness
  • Optimize investments and supplier strategies

  • Who We Help

    We collaborate with entities of various sizes and structures.

    The individuals we partner with may include analysts, strategic planners, business managers, procurement professionals, chemical producers, chemical distributors, or traders, essentially, individuals at different stages of company’s growth and investment.
    Your requirements differ, and so do your budgets. Some may require comprehensive support for all their data and technology needs, while others may have more specific, niche requirements. Our clientele spans across diverse sectors, accommodating a wide range of needs and preferences.

    Strategic Planner

    • Deliver a credible business strategy
    • Validate investment plans
    • Identify market opportunities and risks
    • Access the competitive landscape
    • Business planning and investment evaluation
    • Make capital decisions and develop growth plans using forecasted price, supply, and demand evolution

    Business Manager

    • Build value-based commercial strategies
    • Develop realistic targets and budgets
    • Identify growth opportunities

    Procurement

    • Cost efficiency in sourcing chemical raw materials
    • Negotiate effective supply contracts
    • Optimize supplier portfolios
    • Make informed buying decisions
    • Optimize inventory management
    • Optimize transaction decisions with weekly real-time prices and monthly forecasts

    Producer

    • Operate facilities for maximum value
    • Closely monitor market dynamics across the chemical space in this intertwined industry
    • Plan for new investments or expansions with confidence guided by data and insight
    • Get a strategic industry outlook covering all major forecast trends and potential impact
    • Understand feedstock price movements and long-term market trends
    • Track short-term changes in price, cost and margin across the chemical chain

    Distributor/Trader

    • Settle contract prices with knowledge of historical and forecast price movements
    • Validate prices with our unbiased end of month price reporting
    • Track price movements and trade flows to spot arbitrage opportunities
    • Utilize comprehensive country by country trade flow movements

    Analyst

    • Execute M&A transactions with credible data
    • Understand industry cost drivers and producer competitiveness
    • Evaluate the success of projects and business units
    • Provide accurate and confident evaluations of investment feasibility
    • Understand the best method to deploy capital
    • Analyze a company’s fiscal performance
    • Assess margin forecasts vs historical performance
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