
Business Update12 Jun 2026, 12:02 pm
HOCL Phenol Plant Reopens for Commercial Production
AI Summary
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd (HOCL) has announced the reopening of its Phenol plant at the Kochi unit for commercial production, effective June 12, 2026. This follows a temporary shutdown undertaken for statutory testing of the BPCL LPG supply cross-country pipeline. The company had previously intimated stakeholders about the shutdown on May 22, 2026, and June 1, 2026. The resumption of operations is expected to contribute to the company's revenue and operational capacity.
Key Highlights
- Phenol plant at HOCL Kochi unit resumes commercial production.
- Resumption effective from June 12, 2026.
- Plant was temporarily shut for pipeline testing.
- Operations are now back to normal capacity.
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