Lubes’n’Greases – July 2019
The Notorious PIB
Polyisobutenes have kept a steady beat in the market. Recently producers have been cranking up the volume to meet increased additive demand...read more
Lubes’n’Greases EMEA – July 2019
REACH: Opportunity or Obstacle to Innovation
The passing of the final registration deadline for REACH offers a chance to review the impact of the European Union’s landmark chemicals regulation. Has it fostered innovation to replace harmful substances or stymied business?...read more
Lubes’n’Greases – July 2019
Best Bang for Your Bike
Advances in four-stroke engines and emission regulations mean that passenger car oils aren’t a good deal for today’s motorcycles...read more
Lubes’n’Greases EMEA – July 2019
Waste Not, Lube Not
Waste plastic is a global problem with potentially ruinous consequences if mismanaged. It is keenly felt in countries like Rwanda where there is no formal lubricants packaging or waste oil disposal...read more
U.S. Base Oil Price Report
While a vast portion of the market appeared to have slipped into summer mode, a few suppliers reported a small jump in orders, likely from buyers securing product ahead of potential base oil price adjustments as crude oil values continued their climb.–by Gabriela Wheeler
EMEA Base Oil Price Report
Base oil markets throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa are stable, but local issues are affecting prices and availabilities in some regions. Europe availabilities have tightened, and the tensions with Iran loom as a potential threat to raw material costs.–by Ray Masson
SSY Base Oil Shipping Report
U.S. markets look fairly robust for the rest of July. Europe also seems as though it will get through the next couple of weeks without too much difficulty. Asia is not exactly busy, but owners are finding cargoes and there are clearly fewer prompt positions than before.–by Adrian Brown
Asia Base Oil Price Report
Gabriela Wheeler is away. Her column will reappear in the July 19 edition of Lube Report Asia.
Thom Smith of Valvoline died June 3.
Anna Mascolo will succeed Anne Anderson as VP at Shell Aviation.
Todd Cawley is vice president, sales and marketing at Novvi.
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