Tunisia plans to increase phosphate production to 14 million tonnes annually by 2030, as discussed in a recent cabinet meeting. Key initiatives include upgrading sulfuric acid units, creating new industrial facilities, and implementing maintenance programs. Additional strategic measures such as tax incentives for green ammonia projects are also being explored.
Tunisia has announced plans to boost its phosphate production to 14 million tonnes annually by 2030, as reported by the TAP state news agency. This initiative was discussed during a government cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, where strategies for the phosphate sector from 2025 to 2030 were outlined.
Chaired by Prime Minister Kamel Madouri, the meeting resulted in the approval of a program focused on production, transport, and processing. Additionally, monitoring mechanisms were established to ensure the program’s effective implementation.
Key decisions made include upgrading sulfuric acid units and enhancing their operational readiness. Furthermore, a maintenance program for heavy machinery and trucks will be implemented. An industrial unit will also be established in Skhira for producing finely ground single superphosphate and granulated calcium phosphate, with a capacity of 250,000 tonnes annually.
Plans are in place to create another industrial unit in Skhira for purified phosphoric acid production, expected to yield 60,000 tonnes per year. Additionally, a cadmium removal unit in M’dhilla aimed at purifying phosphoric acid will have an annual capacity of 180,000 tonnes. Tunisia is also considering the development of green ammonia projects and associated tax incentives among other strategic measures.
The recent cabinet meeting highlights Tunisia’s commitment to enhancing its phosphate production capabilities, with ambitious plans to reach 14 million tonnes by 2030. Critical initiatives, including infrastructure upgrades and the establishment of several industrial units, are set to strengthen the phosphate sector significantly. These developments showcase Tunisia’s strategic direction toward sustainable production and regulatory support in the upcoming years.
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