Description

This study covers the product and investment trends of the South African chemicals industry, examining drivers and restraints for growth, and an analysis of production, demand and investment trends. Following from these, market growth for market segments are forecasted. In addition, an in-depth analysis of the investment trends within the industry, including key manufacturer capital expenditures is performed, along with highlights of key investment projects. The base year is 2009 with production and investment forecasts running through to 2016. The market is further divided into five subsegments including polymers and plastics, base chemicals, inorganic chemicals, intermediate chemicals and specialty chemicals.