"The super peso has been a major challenge for importers and exporters. However, paints manufacturers have benefitted from relatively lower raw material costs."
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ASPRI (ASSOCIATION OF PROCESS INDUSTRY (ASPRI)
"Recent trends in the process industries have been characterized by significant transformations, driven by technological advancements, sustainability goals, and regulatory changes."
"Being able to service this region from Singapore plays out as a significant advantage for us. With the future growth potential of China in question, I believe Southeast Asia will be the beneficiary."
VICE PRESIDENT VALUE CHAIN DEVELOPMENT, RENEWABLE POLYMERS AND CHEMICALS, NESTE
"By replacing fossil raw materials in the polymers and chemicals industry with Neste’s bio-based feedstoc, we can reduce GHG emissions by more than 85% over the life cycle."
"There are many opportunities for the chemical industry to support the development of better communication and efficiency across borders, fostering common regional interest."
LATIN AMERICA GENERAL MANAGER & AMERICAS POLE LEADER SPECIALTY FLUIDS, MOMENTIVE
"The growth of the automotive, aerospace, and electronics markets has ultimately helped our business, allowing us to provide added value in more areas."
"By providing recycled PLA, we help our customers design their products for recycling, while significantly lowering the carbon footprint of the end product."
Despite the challenges, Latin America has several opportunities: Its green energy mix paves the way for the energy transition. In this journey, the chemical and petrochemical industries will be critical, leveraging emerging technologies like AI to enhance their operations.