Algerian Ammonia Unit to Remain Offline for Two Months after Explosion, an Industrial Info Market Brief

An ammonia unit in Fertial Spa's Annaba fertilizer complex in Algeria is expected to remain shut down for two months following an explosion and fire on May 11 that injured an employee. The blast occurred in the unit's syngas compressor section.

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the explosion. The unit is expected to remain offline until the first half of July.

Industrial Info is tracking the situation and will provide information on any new developments.