Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd — Important, 20-04-2026: Company Update

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has initiated restart activities for its Phenol and Cumene plants at the Kochi unit, which were temporarily shut down due to a force majeure event. This follows BPCL's resumption of LPG supply in line with Government directives. This operational update is significant as it signals the imminent end of the production disruption, paving the way for the resumption of commercial production. This development is expected to positively impact HOCL's manufacturing output and future revenue streams. Further updates on commercial production will be announced.