Shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing petrochemical companies to fundamentally rethink global supply chains, with vessel routing decisions becoming increasingly complex as companies navigate sanctions, regulations and geopolitical tensions. The disruptions are intensifying scrutiny across supply chains. Industry leaders warn these constraints will remain a constant feature of global trade. However, US Gulf Coast ports are capitalizing on the uncertainty. The Port of Houston...

The Americas’ PE surplus is expected to average at close to 617,000 ton in 1Q26. In February, US polyethylene spot prices continued to show upticks in spot prices across all grades on tight supply conditions. INEOS Olefins and Polymers USA issued a force majeure in January that due to equipment breakdown and affecting its polyethylene supplies (470 kta). Baystar's Bayport Polymers planned a two- to three-week turnaround at the end of January and will affect the high-density film-grade product...

Zeon Corp. held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new cyclo-olefin polymers (COP) production plant being built in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The facility, on which construction will begin next month, will increase the company’s annual COP production capacity by about 30%.  Completion is expected in the first half of fiscal 2028. Meeting the robust demand for COP has been a long-held dream, so it is deeply moving to begin construction in such an optimal location. Company intends...

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