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The article offers information on an initiative taken by Northern European paper firms that looking into an initiative to convert black liquor, a byproduct of papermaking, into industrial chemicals. Topics discussed include Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget (SCA) evaluating approaches for making high-value chemical products, Finnish paper producer Stora Enso looking to extract chemicals from black liquor and Lignin, the largest constituent of black liquor.

Reports on the efforts of the European chemical industry's to remain competitive in the world market. Reports from the Union of Industrial & Employers' Confederations of Europe and the European Round Table; White paper to be released by the European Commission; White paper calling for specific growth targets for the economy and for the need for stability in economic and regulatory policies; More.

Focuses on the reorganization of the European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC), headed by director general Alain Perroy. Goals of the reorganization; Areas of CEFIC operations affected by the restructuring; Modern management techniques being introduced; Restructuring priorities set by Perroy. INSET: EU White Paper Perplexes Chemical Industry..

The article discusses the outlook of the chemical industry in Europe in 2009. The author sees a bleak midwinter outlooke pointing to a long year ahead for European chemical companies. The paper provides information about chemical prices, international trade performance, supply and demand, production capacity and production efficiency in the region.

The article looks at the financial performance of Europe's chemical companies in the third quarter of 2006. Akzo Nobel CEO Hans Wijers expects 2006 to be a successful year with revenue growth and increased operational results at all segments. Lanxess experienced a slight decline in sales following divestments of its fibers and paper chemicals businesses.

Reports on the European Commission's (EC) launching of a consultation program examining environmental issues related to polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Adoption by the EC of a green paper evaluating the waste management of PVC including recycling and landfill disposal; Way to view the action of the EC according to environmental group Greenpeace.