OCP announces Q2 production cuts

Morocco’s OCP is bringing forward its maintenance schedule and expects a reduction of up to 30% in output for the second quarter of 2026, the company said 2 April, with some plants beginning maintenance next week.

“In response to current geopolitical uncertainties, OCP is advancing its maintenance schedule,” the company said. “In Q2, up to 30% of the group’s production capacity would be affected, with some plants maintenance to start next week. This decision reflects a proactive approach to asset optimisation, operational planning and industrial flexibility. The Group remains responsive to market conditions and focused on ensuring production reliability.”

Though the company has not confirmed, concerns over supply of raw material sulphur are likely a key driver for the move, as a large share of sulphur supply comes through the Strait of Hormuz. Any reduction in output threatens to further tighten what is already an exceptionally tight global market for phosphates.