Naphtha
Coverage of Naphtha in the Nexus archive.
- Major Refineries Pulled Into Brazil’s Crime-Fuel Scandal
A Brazil fuel fraud probe has implicated major refineries that sold 100 million liters of naphtha to a firm accused of supplying crime-linked stations. The scandal involves a firm linked to criminal activities through its fuel supply chain.
- Japan sees shortage of plastic bags, trays and gloves, as Iran war-induced naphtha shortage worsens
Japan is experiencing shortages of plastic bags, trays, and gloves due to a worsening naphtha shortage linked to the Middle East crisis. The food sector, which uses nearly one-third of Japan's annual plastic, is heavily impacted by rising prices and supply disruptions.
- Petrochemicals Giant Braskem Seeks Support to Start Out-of-Court Rework
Braskem, a petrochemicals giant, is seeking support to initiate an out-of-court rework. Brazilian prosecutors allege that Braskem purchased naphtha at below-market prices from Petrobras, potentially costing the state-run oil company 6 billion reais.
- Naphtha Shortages Having a Growing Impact in Japan
Naphtha shortages are increasingly affecting Japan, as indicated by the article's focus on the growing impact of this issue. The article highlights concerns over supply disruptions in the country.
- South Korea Secures Extra Oil, Naphtha For Non-Hormuz Delivery
South Korea has secured additional oil and naphtha supplies for non-Hormuz delivery routes, enhancing its energy resource diversification. The move aims to reduce dependency on traditional shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Japan’s Asahi Kasei Says Seeking Alternative Sources of Naphtha
Asahi Kasei, a Japanese multinational corporation, is exploring alternative sources for naphtha, a key petrochemical feedstock. This move suggests potential supply chain adjustments or cost management strategies.
- Japan on tenterhooks over naphtha, even as US, India supply rises
Japan is experiencing anxiety over naphtha, despite increased supply from the US and India. Rising naphtha supplies from these countries contrast with Japan's concerns about the chemical feedstock.
- Japan on tenterhooks over naphtha, even as US supply ramps up
Japan is experiencing anxiety over naphtha, a chemical feedstock, as U.S. supply increases. The situation highlights concerns about energy or industrial material dependencies.
- Japan's naphtha imports recover to 80% of pre-Iran war levels
Japan's naphtha imports have recovered to 80% of their levels before the Iran war. The recovery indicates partial restoration of import volumes following disruptions linked to the conflict.