Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL) plans maintenance shutdowns for its 90,000 BPD crude unit and secondary units in Oct-Dec 2026, while expanding Manali refinery capacity to 280,000 BPD from 210,000 BPD. The company also targets owning 300 fuel retail stations by May 2028, signaling robust expansion in refining and retail.
India's Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL), a key player in downstream oil refining, has outlined ambitious plans amid routine maintenance. The company will shut its 90,000 barrels per day (BPD) crude distillation unit along with select secondary units during October-December 2026 for planned maintenance, ensuring operational reliability post-upgrade.
Simultaneously, CPCL aims to boost its Manali refinery's capacity from the current 210,000 BPD to 280,000 BPD, enhancing output to meet rising fuel demand. In retail expansion, the firm targets owning 300 fuel stations by May 2028, strengthening its market presence beyond refining.
Key Highlights:
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Maintenance Shutdown: 90,000 BPD crude unit + secondary units in Oct-Dec 2026.
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Refinery Expansion: Manali capacity up to 280,000 BPD from 210,000 BPD.
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Retail Ambition: 300 owned fuel stations by May 2028.
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Strategic Focus: Balancing upgrades with long-term growth in refining and retail.
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Impact: Positions CPCL for higher efficiency and market share in South India.
Sources: Reuters, Economic Times, Business Standard, Moneycontrol.