Egypt – Chemical Industry 2019
Egypt's Chemical Industry is Expanding
Positive prospects in the major branches of the Egyptian chemical industry are attracting new investments. The need for equipment and planning offers opportunities for foreign suppliers.
Published: 07 June 2019
Russia – Chemical Industry
Russia Increases Massively Its Production of Polyolefins
Russia is in the process to cover more of its demand for thermoplastics by its local production facilities and import less. Large investment projects are reducing the dependence on imports.
Published: 25 April 2019
Kenya – Sector Overview 2019
Import Business Is Usually More Profitable Than Local Production
Kenya’s industrial growth is meager. In a regional comparison, the country is in danger of falling behind Ethiopia, a low-wage country. There are business opportunities for foreign providers of staple foods and used cars.
Published: 24 April 2019
Oman – Infrastructure Projects
Megaprojects Are Taking Place in the Duqm Region of Oman
Massive investments are pending in the Omani special economic zone of Duqm. Projects worth US$ 33 billion are planned.
Published: 17 April 2019
Iran
Exchange Platform for Iran Trade with Questions
The new special-purpose vehicle INSTEX, established to promote trade with Iran, will be able to facilitate transactions a few months from now, although overall expectations are subdued.
Published: 01 March 2019
Vietnam – Chemical Industry 2019
Vietnam's Chemical Industry Suffers from Slow Refinery Expansion
State enterprises such as Vinachem and PetroVietnam dominate this sector. However, Vietnam’s chemical industry is unable to meet domestic demand for chemicals, and imports are closing the gap.
Published: 11 February 2019
Ghana – Sector Overview 2019
Despite a Mixed Economy, Opportunities Persist in Many Areas
The performance of Ghana’s economy varies greatly from sector to sector, although the country is far from an economic boom.
Published: 11 February 2019