Dow to start production from Chengdu facility this year

US chemical firm Dow expects to start production from its coatings facility in Chengdu this year, according to Andrew Liveris, chairman and CEO of Dow.

"The western and northwestern regions of China are strategic emerging markets for us. Dow is committed to having a strong presence in these regions to better support existing customers who are moving their businesses from the traditional coastal areas to the inland markets, while addressing the needs of new customers with local markets," said Liveris.

"These are also key regions for implementing the Belt and Road Initiative, and we see strong opportunities for our solutions in infrastructure build-up and industrialization in that region," he added.