Idemitsu Kosan will permanently close its facility in Tianjin, China, by August 2025, citing weakening demand and rising competition.

Gero Thalemann explains how a new, patented polymer dissolving process can improve lubricant quality while increasing production efficiency.

Kline & Co. explains how technological advances, environmental legislation and evolving market dynamics are transforming the maritime industry.

Lubrizol examines the pros and cons of various types of extreme pressure additives in metalworking fluid formulations.

How can lubricant makers in the U.S. grow despite declining demand? Tom Glenn weighs in.

Sinopec has opened a production unit making marine lubricants and hydraulic fluids at its finished lube blending plant in Tianjin, China.

The discussion about sustainability has so far largely focussed on products’ immediate environmental impact. But there is a more pertinent and usefu ...

With the latest gasoline engine oil performance specification scheduled to come to market next month, automakers in North America are wasting no time ...

A recent survey in Russia indicates motorists are reducing the intervals at which they replace their passenger car engine oils – results that a cons ...

How do synthetic base stocks help automotive lubricant formulators to meet ever-increasing standards? Pennzoil’s Sean Nguyen weighs in.

Matias de Tezanos and Boris Zhmud explain how waste plastic can be converted into value-added products, including lubricants.

Arkema’s Woldemar d'Ambrières discusses the evolution of electric vehicle batteries as well as concerns about recycling, the limited lithium supply ...

PC-12 is in the works. How may the new category differ from its predecessor?

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd started the trial run at its new integrated lubricant complex at Manali, Chennai. Once fully up and running, Manali will be ...

German independent lubricant company Fuchs and automotive propulsion specialist Dumarey Group have codeveloped and launched an automotive lubricant fo ...

How is an increased reliance on industrial robots affecting grease demand, and how will grease technology evolve to cater to the specific needs of ind ...

Is the lubricants business on its way to commoditization? Tom Glenn weighs in.

Greases are an important part of the lubricants industry, but they are often less understood than fluid lubes. To help bolster that understanding, a t ...

Brazilian lube company Vibra completed expansion works of its Lubrax lubricant plant in Duque de Caxias to the tune of $16.55 million.

Steve Haffner explains how advances in lubricant technology are decreasing demand for engine oils.