Europe’s Chemical Industry Faces Fight for Survival
The Cefic Chemical Trends Report published at the start of March underscores the perilous state of Europe's chemical industry and its fight for its survival, indicating urgent action is needed for the chemical sector to survive and support European industry as it has for much of the 20th century and the first decade of the 21st century. Read More
Restocking, Marginal Price Movement Define European Recycled Plastics in January
Throughout January, weak demand has dogged key end-users of recycled plastics in Europe, particularly the automotive and construction sectors, coupled with ample supply that sustained buyers' resistance to price increases. Read More
European Chemical Demand Set to Stay Flat at 2025 Levels
A slew of second quarter 2025 earnings statements from several chemical majors highlights just how parlous the European chemical industry is and how far off any significant recovery appears. Read More