Business Update22 May 2026, 05:31 pm
HOCL Phenol Plant in Kochi to Shut Down Temporarily for 10 Days
AI Summary
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd (HOCL) has announced a temporary shutdown of its Phenol plant located in Kochi, Kerala, for 10 days commencing from May 23, 2026. The shutdown is to facilitate the statutory testing of the BPCL LPG supply cross country pipeline. During this period, the company also plans to conduct shutdown activities on some equipment and pipelines. However, the Hydrogen Peroxide Plant will remain operational.
Key Highlights
- HOCL's Phenol plant in Kochi will be temporarily shut down for 10 days.
- The shutdown is scheduled to begin on May 23, 2026.
- Statutory testing of the BPCL LPG pipeline is the reason for the shutdown.
- Shutdown activities will also be carried out on some equipment and pipelines.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Plant will continue operations during this period.
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