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Fertilizer Matters EP26: Ammonia market, March 2025

Hear Argus’ analysis of current developments in the ammonia market, covering European production and costs, shipments through the Red Sea, Russian exports and global price sentiment. Join Ruth Sharpe, Editor - Ammonia and Lizzy Lancaster, Senior Market Reporter – Ammonia as they discuss these topics in the latest episode of Argus’ Fertilizer Matters podcast series. 

Key topics covered in the podcast:

• European production update – impact of Yara mothballing UK plant
• Status of ammonia shipments through the Red Sea
• The ramp up of Russian exports
• How high European ammonia costs are impacting import trends
• Direction of global price sentiment

Related links

• Request a sample report/trial: Argus Ammonia (price reporting service)
• More information: Argus Ammonia price reporting service
• Ammonia price reporting, short and mid to long-term outlook services
• Free sign up: Argus Fertilizer Market Highlights
• Fertilizer Matters podcast series

 

Developing standards for biocarbon: ISO Technical Committee 238

In this podcast, Argus senior reporter Hannah Adler talks with Chris Wiberg, Vice President of Biomass Energy Lab, about:  

• How the term “pyrogenic biocarbon” was chosen, and why the ISO Technical Committee 238 was selected to take it on 

• The timeline for creating biocarbon standards 

• What we can expect from the North American standard, and why it is being created 

• How the market can get involved in the development process 

Argus offers biomass prices, news, analysis, and consulting. Get more information and request a free trial. 

Argus Spotlight: Embracing change with Lauren Williamson, Head of Commercial Product, Chemicals at Argus Media.

Accelerating your career isn’t limited to a linear path, from understanding the industry landscape to adapting creative ways to deliver value as your authentic self. Find out how embracing changes can have a positive influence on your career.

 

Global LPG Conversations: US tariffs and implications for Canadian energy sector

In this episode of Argus podcasts, Argus’ Calgary-based reporters Brett Holmes and Yulia Golub discuss US tariffs that could be imposed on Canadian energy sector in March and how it might impact trade flows.

For the latest Global LPG news: https://www.argusmedia.com/en/commodities/lpg

Fuels Focus: Your Weekly Insight into the US Refined Products Market | Week in Review for 24 February

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence.

This week in review’s episode features:

• Atlantic coast gasoline stocks hit multi-year high
• Trump North American tariffs start March 4
• EPA upholds Midcon E15 expansion

Tune in every Monday for your weekly recap of the stories shaping the road fuels market. 

 

Chemical Conversations: Methanol Market Puts-and-Takes

Methanol Market Puts-and-Takes Episode 8 

In this episode, Argus global methanol consultant Dave McCaskill and senior analyst Cassidy Staggers discuss the following: 

• Are Atlantic Basin prices starting to soften after a year of monthly increases?
• New capacity outlook – possible Iran additions and MTO units
• Will market dynamics change after Methanex acquires OCI’s methanol assets? 

Argus offers methanol prices, news, analysis, forecasts, and consulting. Get more information and request a free trial. 

Chemical Conversations: Strengths and weaknesses of Europe’s ARG ethylene pipeline

Argus’ VP for Olefins and Derivatives Sara Raeis joined by Lead consultant for Ethylene and derivatives, Europe, Alan Williamson to present the first of a three-part Podcast series exploring the logistics of supplying ethylene to Europe and the export options from the US. In this first episode, our experts focus on the current landscape of the major West European ethylene pipelines, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of the European ARG ethylene pipeline system and its potential to import significant quantities of ethylene.   

This week, they discuss: 

• An overview of the major ethylene pipelines across Western Europe 

• How the ARG is currently structured including its strengths and potential weaknesses  

• The ability of the ARG to transport/distribute substantial amounts of imported ethylene from ARA to inland consumers. 

Further details and additional insights are available from Argus' Light Olefins services including: 

• Argus Ethylene https://www.argusmedia.com/en/solutions/products/argus-ethylene-and-derivatives 

• Argus Olefins Margins https://www.argusmedia.com/en/solutions/products/argus-olefins-margins  

• Argus Ethylene Analytics https://www.argusmedia.com/en/solutions/products/argus-ethylene-analytics  

Metal Movers: Is Japan a potential market for the European lithium producer?

Join Eramet's Tokyo-based market research analyst Antoine DE VEYRAC, and Argus’ Senior reporter, Yusuke Maekawa as they talk about recent development in Eramet's lithium productions and their views on the Japanese battery industry.

Key topics covered in the podcast:

• Eramet's latest development in lithium production
• Japan's lithium-ion battery industry updates
• Demand and Supply prospect for battery materials (li, Ni, Mn) in Japan

Speakers:

• Antoine DE VEYRAC, Market research analyst, Eramet
• Yusuke Maekawa, Senior Reporter, Argus

Related product: Argus Battery Materials

The content of this podcast came from the Argus Battery Materials service. Learn more about Argus Battery Materials here: https://www.argusmedia.com/en/solutions/products/argus-battery-materials

 

Biofuels Market Pulse - Exclusive podcast episode by Argus Media

In this episode, Senior Reporter Tom Woodlock speaks with Jess Bloomfield, the Executive Officer of the Australian Renderers Association.

Tom and Jess discuss what tallow is, what it’s used for and what makes Australian tallow a good biofuels feedstock. They also discuss how the Australian tallow market trades, where Australian tallow is being exported to for biofuels production, the chances of an Australian government announcing a biofuels mandate this year and why Argus has started pricing Australian tallow in its biofuels report.

Argus services cover biofuels and feedstocks news from around the world using transparent and market-appropriate methodologies. Find out more.

Fuels Focus: Your Weekly Insight into the US Refined Products Market | Week of Review for 17 February

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence.

 This week in review’s episode features:

• US retail fuel prices rise
• Chicago ULSK prices highest in four months
• HF Sinclair to benefit from tight western US supply

Tune in every Monday for your weekly recap of the stories shaping the road fuels market.

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