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The latest intelligence report from June 19, 2026 outlines ten pivotal developments reshaping procurement and trade in the chemical sector. From the Hormuz Memorandum of Understanding to surging methanol futures, discover how SCFI index movements and ChemCon Asia insights are guiding strategic decisions.

The Hormuz conflict has delayed major green ammonia projects in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, forcing global energy markets to reassess hydrogen export timelines. The pace of Gulf recovery will heavily influence green ammonia growth between 2026 and 2030.
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