View from the Bridge - Bulletin 132 (Jan 2012)
2011 proved an 'interesting' year. What will 2012 hold? The initial global signs are generally positive.
2011 proved an 'interesting' year. What will 2012 hold? The initial global signs are generally positive.
China's economic growth is a concern for the global economy, but lubricants could benefit from the Chinese drive for better emissions standards.
The Eurozone crisis continues to dominate global thinking, but some glimmers of hope remain in the lubricants sector and CARS 21 approves report.
China's plummeting PMI and the knock-on effects of Europe's economic woes mean a long haul for manufacturers and the energy sector.
The UEIL Conference highlights resilience in the lubricants industry and a need for continued focus in tough economic times.
The Chinese economy continues to grow, although tough decisions may be required in the manufacturing sector. VW is set to be come the top global automaker.
Have the latest PMIs created a fog of indecision amongst the world's legislators as they look for a way out further economic crisis? What next for the lubricants market?
Europe's financial woes have an impact on China and the country struggles to balance pollution measures against a booming car population.
The Tenth Anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on New York's Twin Towers offers a chance to reflect on world progress in the lubes industry, technology and economics,
China's internal and external investment in the oil and automotive industries continues, despite a changing economic backdrop and safety issues.