This third edition of the Ringsider Plastics Yearbook provides an extensive look at all aspects of the plastics industry. This edition also features a full LME Member directory.
Articles include:
Ringing the changes - A practical Q&A on the contract changes introduced on June 25, 2007.
Fit for purpose - David Paul explores the rationale for the introduction of regional contracts.
Market review - James Yong reports on the outlook for the coming year for polypropylene and linear low density polyethylene.
The foundations for pricing success - Sebastian Castelli explores some of the benefits that regional plastics contracts will bring.
China: driving Asia...and the world - China's thirst for plastics seems to know no bounds.
US plastics plateau in 2007 - The US plastics industry faces a challenging year, but export opportunities may mitigate problems at home.
Evolution in the Middle East - The Middle East plastics industry is developing fast, reports John Whitehead.
Technology gives Europe the edge - James Daley reports on the European plastics industry holding its own against intense competition.
Getting started with LME plastics futures - James Andrews provides a step-by-step guide to opening an account with an LME member.
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