Volume 10 Issue 41

VLS Starts Probe into False Stellantis Specification Claims

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications began an investigation and issued a warning regarding engine oils that claim to meet the Stellantis FPW 9.55535/03 specification.

No Disruption to Base Oil Output after Dumai Refinery Fire

Pertamina said it has redirected fuel supplies to parts of Sumatra following a fire at its Dumai refinery.

SK Minerals & Additives Goes for IPO

Specialty chemicals producer SK Minerals & Additives will open its initial public offering on Oct. 10, 2025, looking to raise about $4.9 million through a fully fresh issue of equity shares, according to The Business Standard. The bidding for anchor investors is scheduled for Oct. 9. The subscription period for the IPO will close on October 14. The allotment of shares is expected to be finalized the following day, with credit to investors’ demat accounts anticipated by October 16. SK Miner...

New Biodegradable Solid Lube Detoxifies Seed Planting

Researchers collaborating in four U.S. universities have developed a new biodegradable, nontoxic solid lubricant.

Career Moves

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