Chemical Innovation: Unveiling the Dynamics of Japan’s Thriving Chemical Industry
Introduction Japan’s chemical industry stands as a testament to the nation’s unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainable practices, and manufacturing excellence. With a rich history of pioneering advancements, Japan has positioned itself as a global leader in the chemical sector. This…
Polystyrene Production for January–June Increases 5%
Polystyrene production in Japan from January to June 2016 totaled 327,600 tons, a 5 percent increase compared to the same…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
PhoenixBio to Supply Human Liver Cell-Bearing Mice to Overseas Drug Firms
PhoenixBio Co. Ltd. (TYO:6190) has begun U.S. marketing of experimental PXB mice with human liver cells. Many large pharmaceuticals manufacturers…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Tokuyama Targets Sales of 50B Yen in Health Care Field
Tokuyama Corp. (TYO:4043) is looking to grow its health care business, which consists of dental materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients, diagnostic…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Toray Targets Development of CASE-Compatible Materials at Automotive Center
Toray Industries Inc. (TYO:3402) is looking to better respond to the automotive megatrend referred to as Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Toray Aims for New Businesses to Generate 1T Yen Sales Revenue in 2030
Toray Industries Inc. (TYO:3402) is looking to create 1 trillion yen ($9.17 billion) in sales revenue for 2030 through a…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Mitsui Chemicals Develops New Self-Adhesive Sheet
Mitsui Chemicals Inc. (TYO:4183) has developed a sheet material with self-adhesive properties. Thin and transparent, these sheets can easily be…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Sets Sights on Modified PPE for EVs
Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corp. (MEP) is making changes to its modified polyphenylene ether (mPPE) business. Looking to better capture demand in…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
Interview: MGC President Details Path to Sustainable Growth Under New Medium-Term Management Plan
With Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Co. Inc. (MGC; TYO:4182) having launched a new medium-term management plan for fiscal 2021–2023, the company…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
The Push for Monomaterial Packaging – Part 1: Industry Ramps up Creation of International Standards
Global brands engaged in food, drinks and daily necessities are increasingly seeking to adopt monomaterial packaging, which is well suited…… Please subscribe to read the full story.
