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Michael Brown, Managing Partner

Michael BrownManaging PartnerTZ Chemicals What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

BASF Nylon Plant Closure Reflects a Global Shift in Demand

September 21, 2009

BASF to Close Permanently Nylon-6 Plant in Germany | chemweek.com

BASF's closure of the nylon 6 plant in Rudolstadt, Germany is reflective of the broader global trends affecting nylon - slower demand growth that is shifting toward China and away from Europe and North America.

Xi Fan (Alan) Zhong, Managing Director

Xi Fan (Alan) ZhongManaging DirectorShanghai SMT Management Consulting What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Challenges INEOS Phenol Will Face in Its Perspective Phenol Plant in China

September 7, 2009

INEOS Phenol confirms Chinese Government authorities re-approve investment plans for a 400 kte facility | yourpetrochemicalnews.com

The green light indeed confirmed INEOS Phenol’s higher process technology level, better scale efficiency and the known global reputation. However, once the perspective plant is put into operation somewhere in 2011, INEOS Phenol will inevitably face some immediate challenges

Xi Fan (Alan) Zhong, Managing Director

Xi Fan (Alan) ZhongManaging DirectorShanghai SMT Management Consulting What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Mitsubishi Chemical Wants to Leap Ahead

September 4, 2009

Mitsubishi Chemical in talks to buy rival | www.ft.com

In Mitsubishi Chemical's mid-term plan, Shift to high performance products and high value-added business and investment in alliances and M&A are listed as basic strategies to grow the business. The deal talk seems exactly on the right track; No matter whether it is Mitsubishi Rayon or others, one thing seems certain: Mitsubishi Chemical is ready to invest M&A to leap ahead.

Michael Brown, Managing Partner

Michael BrownManaging PartnerTZ Chemicals What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Chemical Industry Study on Greehouse Gases - an interesting framework

July 21, 2009

Chems industry reduced global GHG by 11% in 2005 - ICCA | www.icis.com

The International Council of Chemical Associations emissions be enabling applications and technologies that serve to reduce overall societal emissions. Of great importance are chemical-based insulation, crop fertilizer/protection chemicals and improved lighting.

Kevin BoyleConsultantKEVIN L BOYLE What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Sabic’s Dismal Q2 Results Unlikely Representative of the Petrochemical Industry

July 20, 2009

UPDATE 1-Saudi Basic Industries' Q2 profit plummets on crisis | www.iii.co.uk

Sabic buys feedstocks at a low, fixed price, so falling prices mean falling EBITDA.Market conditions for Sabic in Q2 of 2008 were different that for other non-Middle Eastern producers.

Kevin BoyleConsultantKEVIN L BOYLE What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

After Dow’s Petrochemical Plant Closures – More Yet to Come

July 5, 2009

Dow Chemical to Shut Three Louisiana Ethylene Plants (Update3) | www.bloomberg.com

This plant closure will have no immediate impact on the ethylene market.  There may be additional rationalization coming in petrochemicals.  What may close in the future is a big gamble.

Jeff MoserPresidentWest Branch LLC What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Dow Ag interest heating up again

June 22, 2009

ChemChina Taps JPMorgan for Dow Chemical Unit Bid | www.cnbc.com

Dow's hand is forced regarding more divestitures to pay down ROH leverage.  The only uncertainty is whether units like Ag will be sold outright or into a JV entity.

Jeff MoserPresidentWest Branch LLC What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

SCR Goes to Court

June 4, 2009

SCR court battle heats up | fleetowner.com

Navistar has petitioned a Federal court to overturn EPA certification of competitors' SCR systems for 2010 NOx compliance.  This could signal issues with Navistar's EGR only strategy as they seek to postpone the 2010 deadline.

Michael Brown, Managing Partner

Michael BrownManaging PartnerTZ Chemicals What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

BPA regulations pick up momentum

May 20, 2009

City of Chicago Bans BPA | chemweek.com

The recent regulation by the City of Chicago which bans the use of bisphenol A (BPA) in food/beverage containers for children continues the increasing trend that started in Suffolk County (New York).  Banning or limiting the use of plastics and resins containing (BPA) will impact the infant care and metal packaging markets the most.  BPA-free alternative technology is available but users and converters in these industries will have to make trade-offs and in some cases invest in new equipment and tooling to make the switch.

Jeff MoserPresidentWest Branch LLC What is a GLG Leader?|The Gerson Lehrman Group&reg; (GLG) Leader Program<sup>SM</sup> is our premium Member Program<sup>SM</sup>. Those identified as GLG Leaders are in the top 5% of GLG CouncilRank and have an exclusivity agreement with GLG.

Platinum Demand: Long Road to Auto Recovery?

May 19, 2009

Platinum auto demand drop signals global slowdown | money.cnn.com

Major softening in demand for automotive emission catalysts has kept Platinum prices at levels half of record peaks.  New CAFE and CO2 regulations may boost catalyst needs but overall vehicle builds may trump the demand curve.

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