Shell and ExxonMobil go head to head over product compliance
ExxonMobil has hit back at Shell's claims of producing a diesel engine oil which doesn't comply with API CF-4 industry standards.
Published 03-Jul-2018
Tag: Lubes tech
China aims for new diesel truck lubes spec
A group of major Chinese vehicle manufacturers and energy giants are working on the nation’s first lubricant specification for diesel truck engines.
Published 20-Jun-2018
SN Plus rolls out in busy time for sequencing
API's SN Plus licences due to roll out at the start of May 18, as ACEA starts Euro sequencing revisions, but GF-6 hits further delays.
Published 18-Apr-2018
Efficiencies should manage energy demand to 2040 says Exxon
Exxon Mobil's latest Global Outlook predictions see efficiencies and technology playing important roles in influencing global energy demand.
Published 27-Feb-2018
Shell boosts Russian lubes production as market recovers
Shell Neft is set to incras productions at it's Russian plant as research shows positive consumer sentiment and improved lubes markets
Published 27-Feb-2018
New licensing date for API SN Plus
The American Petroleum Institute (API) has proposed a first licensing date of May 1, 2018 for API SN Plus.
Published 11-Jan-2018
Miller goes technical in Azerbaijan
UK-based Miller oils opens a new R&D and production centre.
Published 10-Jan-2018
Shell's opens giant production plant - third largest in the world
Shell has opened a 10-hectare integrated lubricants and grease production facility in Tuas, Singapore. \n
Published 14-Nov-2017
GF-6 tests near to completion but delays inevitable
The ILSAC GF-6 engine oil upgrade tests appear to be largely on track, but some delays mean a 2020 introduction is likely
Published 13-Nov-2017
Water could be new lubricant of the future
Specialty lubricants could be revolutionised by a new water-based lubricant developed by Kluber Lubrication.
Published 09-Nov-2017