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Asahi Dyes and Chemicals has launched a US$ 20.4 million plant in Biyagama, adding jobs and local capacity for textile chemicals. The facility links Japanese technology with Sri Lankan manufacturing ambitions and is being positioned as a step towards deeper apparel-sector integration.

IndexBox expects molybdenum-based coating chemicals to grow steadily through 2035 as chromate replacement accelerates in automotive and aerospace applications. Supply tightness, raw material volatility and regional compliance demands will shape winners in the market.

Aditya Birla Chemicals is betting on an integrated strategy that links commodity strength with specialty growth, backed by energy efficiency and global manufacturing. In comments carried by Indian Chemical News, Jai Prakash Singh said the company sees sustainability, process innovation and chemical parks as key to long-term competitiveness.

Dhanuka Agritech reported a weaker June quarter, with net profit falling 35 per cent and income also declining year on year. At the same time, the company outlined a new ₹200 crore pesticide plant in Nagpur, signalling a continued push to expand capacity despite softer earnings.

Execution by October-end to support Q2-Q3; June quarter revenue more than doubles to ₹175 crore

China's PVC supply is tightening due to rising maintenance losses and falling inventories, though weak domestic and export demand will prevent a strong market rebound.

China's methanol prices moved lower during July 31-August 6, 2026, amid softer macroeconomic sentiment, weak downstream demand, and a loose supply-demand balance, despite cost-side support from elevated coal prices.

Asian Styrene Monomer (SM) prices declined by USD 25/mt across most regions last week, pressured by weaker feedstock benzene, energy costs, and subdued downstream demand.

PTT Global Chemical unveiled a five-year plan targeting a 30% specialty mix by 2030, cutting debt by 116 billion baht, and reporting a strong profit recovery.

India’s chemicals and petrochemicals sector is expanding through a mix of industrial clusters, foreign investment, quality regulation and skills development. The latest official figures suggest the industry is becoming a more integrated manufacturing base, with policy support now aimed at both scale and competitiveness.