Tunisia aims to elevate its phosphate production to 14 million tonnes yearly by 2030. The government has approved a program focusing on production, transport, and processing improvements, including new industrial units and modernization efforts in relevant sectors.
Tunisia has set an ambitious target to boost its phosphate production to 14 million tonnes annually by 2030, as reported by the TAP state news agency. This objective was discussed during a government cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Kamel Madouri on Wednesday, September 5, focusing on the phosphate sector’s strategic development for the 2025-2030 period.
The meeting resulted in the approval of an initial program designed to enhance production, transport, and processing capabilities in the phosphate industry. Key decisions included updating sulfuric acid units for improved functionality, establishing a maintenance program for heavy machinery and trucks, and setting up an industrial facility in Skhira for finely ground single superphosphate and granulated calcium phosphate with a production capacity of 250,000 tonnes annually.
Further initiatives include plans for creating a purification unit for phosphoric acid in Skhira with an annual capacity of 60,000 tonnes, alongside a cadmium removal unit in M’dhilla aimed at purifying phosphoric acid, which will have an annual output of 180,000 tonnes. Additionally, the government intends to explore the development of green ammonia projects and implement tax incentives to support these advancements.
Tunisia’s strategic plan to increase phosphate production reflects its commitment to enhancing the phosphate sector’s capabilities by 2030. With the establishment of various industrial units and modernization initiatives, the country aims to not only meet production targets but also improve the overall efficiency of its phosphate industry.
Original Source: anba.com.br
