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Covestro Expansion Makes Top News

Last week, readers were most interested in news about Covestro’s polyurethanes capacity expansion.

November 20, 2017

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Shell Begins Main Construction on Pennsylvania Petrochemicals Complex

This announcement follows the completion of the site preparation and detailed design and engineering work.

November 17, 2017

Shell Chemical Appalachia LLC recently announced the official start of the main construction phase of its petrochemicals complex in Potter Township, Pa.

KEMAT: New Website

November 7, 2017

The new website has reportedly been created to deliver the ultimate user-friendly experience.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Royal/H.B. Fuller Acquisition Again Dominates News

Last week, readers were again most interested in Royal Adhesives and Sealants sale to H.B. Fuller.

Teresa McPherson

November 6, 2017

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Chemical Production Falls Due to Hurricane Disruptions

The steep decline in September reportedly reflected severe, but temporary, disruptions from Hurricane Harvey.

October 27, 2017

According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) fell sharply by 1.4% in September, following a 0.2% decline in August, and a 1% gain in July.

LyondellBasell Selects Fluor to Build New Propylene Oxide and Tertiary Butyl Alcohol Plant

The project reportedly represents the single-largest capital investment in LyondellBasell’s history.

October 11, 2017

Fluor Corp. was selected by LyondellBasell to perform the engineering and procurement for its propylene oxide and tertiary butyl alcohol project near Houston.