European Union:
European Chemicals Update Q1 2017
01 August 2017
Duff and Phelps
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In this addition of the European Chemicals Update, Q1 2017, we
evaluate the key trends in the global polyurethane and
polycarbonate markets.
Polyurethane is one of the most versatile and durable plastic
materials. The global market size accounted for 15.2 million tons
in 2015, and it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4% between 2015
and 2020.
Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent amorphous thermoplastic
that is particularly useful when products require impact resistance
and/or transparency. Global polycarbonate demand in 2015 was 3.8
million tons and it is estimated to increase at a CAGR of 4%
between 2015 and 2020.
Also, featured in our report is Frank H. Lutz, CFO at Covestro,
a leading high-tech polymer supplier. This interview gives his
views on the market, their experiences and Covestro's strategic
initiatives.
To see how Frank responds, read
the full report.
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