The Chemical Show: Executive Interviews on Leadership, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Digitization, Customer Centricity and more and key trends

What factors are driving petrochemical markets today?  Join this conversation between Victoria Meyer and industry-expert John Richardson of ICIS as they discuss the trends and influences on the Asian and global petrochemical markets.  Including:
  • Excess capacity due to overbuilt olefins and polyolefins assets
  • Global co-dependence on China for petrochemical consumption and demand growth
  • China's shift to "mature" growth of 1-3% p.a. from "fast growth" 6-8% p.a.
  • How leaders are handling economic and market challenges
Download John's latest analysis on petrochemical markets here. 

Killer Quote: "2024 and beyond will be a roller coaster ride for the industry, with China's dominance in global demand dictating the trajectory. The key will be for companies to navigate this landscape, whether they are giant international players or small local companies.” –John Richardson

Prior interviews with John:

Episode 102: China’s Aging Demographics and the Future of the Chemical Industry with John Richardson

Episode 79: How The China Market Affects Chemical Prices With John Richardson

Episode 36: How China’s Response To Chemicals Is Affecting the World With John Richardson of ICIS

Episode 22: Understanding Market Demand To Manage Your Business Amid Uncertainty With John Richardson

Creators & Guests

Host
Victoria Meyer
Host of The Chemical Show; founder and President of Progressio Global

What is The Chemical Show: Executive Interviews on Leadership, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Digitization, Customer Centricity and more and key trends?

Welcome to The Chemical Show™, where chemicals mean business. Featuring interviews with industry executives, you’ll hear about the key trends impacting chemicals and plastics today: growth, sustainability, innovation, business transformation, digitalization, supply chain, talent, strategic marketing, customer experience and much more.

Episodes are published every Tuesday.

Hosted by industry veteran Victoria Meyer, The Chemical Show brings you the latest insights into the industry. You will hear from leading industry executives as they discuss their companies, business, markets, and leadership. You’ll learn how chemical, specialty chemical, petrochemical, material science and plastics companies are making an impact, responding to the changing business environment, and discussing best practices and approaches you can apply in your business.