Unigel

Despite overcapacities, plans to lift output in Asia / Global consumption stands at 4m t/y / Decline in optical data storage devices pressures sector / Market unsettled by BPA controversy / Opportunities for lighting technology and automotive applications

Brazilian PS producer acquires competitor Innova / Only two polystyrene manufacturers left in the country

Chemicals company looking to sell BOPP packaging business / Rumours of PS consolidation in Brazilian market

ABS project planned in Brazil / Output will substitute imports

Styrenics division to be carved out as Styrolution / No news of a possible buyer / Copolymers included