A recent study by Grand View Research explores over 1,000 markets at regional and global levels, highlighting the CASE, paint and coatings, and packaging industries, among others, as drivers.
During a recent American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry Steering Committee meeting, industry leaders from BASF and Carpenter were chosen to serve as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively.
This edition of the ACD’s quarterly column focuses on the issues facing the chemical distribution industry as ACD President Eric Byer reflects on the legislative and regulatory priorities that are central to growth.
The DOE has selected Eastman's second U.S. molecular recycling project to begin award negotiations for up to $375 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act funding as part of the Industrial Demonstrations Program (IDP).
As one of the first phases of Evonik’s ‘Herne Green Deal’ to sustainably transform the Herne chemical site, the TORTE project will feed industrial waste heat from isophorone production into the district heating network.
The ACD President was joined by the office of U.S. Representative Laurel Lee (FL-15), the National Security Council, the Center for Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Agency, the American Chemistry Council, the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates, the Fertilizer Institute, and the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers to help explain the consequences of the program’s expiration back in July 2023.
Both the paint and coatings and chemical distribution industries are undergoing various changes, which have brought new technological advancements and sustainability initiatives to the forefront of their businesses. These changes ensure that companies, end users, partners, and producers remain competitive in an evolving global landscape.
Over the last few years, businesses of all sizes have faced significant challenges, from labor shortages to high inflation, and ongoing supply chain challenges. The NACD worked with PCI to convene members for a roundtable discussion to examine these pressing distribution issues, enhanced sustainability expectations, and the implementation of innovative technology into business practices.
