LONDON, October 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

ICIS, a leading authority on global petrochemical markets, has published the latest version of the World Plastics Annual Study.

The plastics industry has experienced steady, progressive growth since the 2008-2009 financial crisis, driven by Asian consumption and, more recently, higher margins following the crude oil price crash. Whilst the global outlook is positive, growth will be stronger in certain regions and commodities, and dependent on the fragile recovery of key markets.

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Offering in-depth analyses of plastics and their direction, the annual studies harness data from the ICIS Supply and Demand Database, accompanied by expert insights from ICIS analysts. Designed to give you a clear picture of the current market situation and outlook, the studies can help you understand the impact of recent developments on your business, and develop a robust strategy for the future.

'For many years, the growth of plastics markets was driven by consumption in Asia - particularly China. However, as the Chinese economy falters, it's crucial for industry players to take stock of the markets, understand the evolving competitive landscape and identify emerging regions to target. The ICIS Annual Studies dig deep into key commodities and markets, enabling you to stay one step ahead.' said Fabrizio Galiè, ICIS Consultant, Polymers

The new World Plastics Annual Study from ICIS offers an extensive review of global plastics in the recent year, analysing data and trends since 2000, as well as the market outlook, with forecasts up to 2030. Providing insights into commodities, consumption, production, capacity and regional dynamics, it is designed to give you a well-rounded view of the industry:

• Supply and demand historical and forecast volumes (2000-2030)
• Capacity and production data, existing and upcoming (2000-2030)
• Consumption forecasts per product and region (up to 2030)
• Trade analysis - forecast trade flows, supply-demand balances
• Historical prices and margins (starting from 2000)

Read more about the World Plastics Annual Study at http://www.icis.com/world_plastic

About ICIS 

ICIS is the world's largest petrochemical market information provider and has fast-growing energy and fertilizer divisions. Our aim is to give companies in global commodities markets a competitive advantage by delivering trusted pricing data, high-value news, analysis and independent consulting, enabling our customers to make better-informed trading and planning decisions. We have more than 30 years' experience in providing pricing information, news, analysis and consulting to buyers, sellers and analysts.

With a global staff of more than 800, ICIS has employees based in Houston, Washington, New York, London, Montpellier, Dusseldorf, Karlsruhe, Milan, Mumbai, Singapore, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, Yantai, Tokyo and Perth. Some 350 of ICIS's staff are journalists engaged in reporting market prices and news, and ICIS is fully committed to upholding the highest journalistic principles of verification, corroboration and authentication. ICIS has a compliance framework that along with its methodologies and business processes adheres to the requirements of the IOSCO PRA Principles.

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