Chemical tech boosts lubes bio products and circular economy
Chemical technology is helping to create new bio-lubes, while majors are collaborating with non-lube giants to recycle chemicals and plastics.
Published 09-Jan-2020
Tag: N America
Green lubes technology advances around the world
Research and development reveals new, climate positive sources, testing and environmental benefits.
Published 18-Dec-2019
Majors hit by low prices and high costs in Q3 2019
The oil majors delivered disappointing short-term news to thier shareholders after earning and profits were hit across the board as a result of lower oil prices and increased costs.
Published 06-Nov-2019
Global lube demand remains flat, but energy demand will skyrocket.
Analysis of the last 25 years' of global lubricants demand shows a relatively flat market - with a tip towards China and India, but energy demand is set to soar from now until 2050.
Published 23-Oct-2019
A tale of two agendas: why lubes portfolios may be too far ahead of the game
With a global drive towards high-performance, low emission engine oils, it would seem lubes product portfolios are only going in one direction. But what happens if local consumers are on a different journey? Russia is a case in point.
Published 15-Oct-2019
Long life and low emissions on the agenda for new engine lubes
Extending engine life while meeting the latest emissions regulations and OEM demands are the main focus of a range of new products announced by majors and independents including Pennzoil, PetroCanada, Shell and Petronas.
Published 09-Oct-2019
VW regains US public sector after 'dieselgate' but may not be ready for new Euro tests
VW no longer excluded from US public sector contracts, but is among other automakers that may not be ready for Euro WLTP regs.
Published 18-Sep-2019
GF-6 sparks process review, but roll-out could be fast
The API is set to review the standards development process following the nine year development period for the lastest GF-6 spec. But the approved spec could now roll-out faster than expected across EMEA.
Published 11-Sep-2019
Grease and Lube producers gear up for new tech demands
New vehicle technologies require grease and lubes producers to stay ahead of the curve.
Published 28-Aug-2019
Emissions Standards see manufacturer rebellion in US as China and India increase pressure
US automakers & State of California combine to drive up emissions standards; China & India add regs pressure on lubes producers.
Published 21-Aug-2019