Abstract
This research service provides a detailed insight into the latest R&D trends
of refinery catalyst industry. Thee service starts of with the best practices
identified in the sphere followed by an analytical piece on the positioning of
the key R&D trends in the refinery catalyst industry. A forced field analysis
of the industry drivers and challenges substantiated with a strategic
evaluation of the possible initiatives has been provided. An strategic
analytical piece of the major challenges is then followed by a detailed
evaluation of the global economic crisis and its impact on the refinery
catalyst industry. Profiling of the potential opportunities and a technology
roadmap completes the study.
Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Overview and Research Highlights
- Overview of the Refining Industry
- Research Highlights
Scope and Methodology
- Scope and Objectives
- Research Methodology
2. INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES AND R&D POSITIONING
Best Practices in Refinery Catalyst Processes
- FCC Catalysts
- Hydroprocessing
- Alkylation and Isomerization
AHP--R&D Positioning of the Refinery Catalyst Industry
- Sneak Preview of the AHP Tree
- AHP Process and Computation--Level 0 and Level 1 Criteria
- AHP Process and Computation--Alternatives
- Calculation of Final Priorities
- Analyst Insights
3. TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS--A STRATEGIC EVALUATION
Forced Field Analysis
- Push Forces
- Pull Forces
- Analysis and Change Initiatives
Technology Management
- Impact Assessment of Challenges
- Strategic Recommendations to Address Industry Challenges
4. THE CURRENT ECONOMIC SCENARIO AND FUTURE PROSPECTS
Impact of Global Recession
- The Economic Crisis and the Refining Industry
- The US Economic Stimulus Package
Future Opportunities and Technology Roadmap
- Current and Future Opportunities
- Technology Roadmap for the Refinery Catalyst Industry
5. KEY PATENTS; CONTACTS AND APPENDIX
Patents
- Applied Patents
- Issued Patents
Database of Key Industry Participants
- University and Research Institutes
- Corporates
Appendix
- Appendix A--Analytical Hierarchy Process
- Appendix B--Challenge Impact Analysis Grid
6. DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE
Critical Reference Tables
- Crude Oil Production (2002--2012)
- Liquefied Petroleum Gas Production (2002--2012)
- Petroleum Consumption (2002--2012)
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