Afton Taps SSKTama to be Indonesia Distributor
Afton Chemical named PT Sari Sarana Kimiatama (SSKTama) as its distributor for the independent lubricant segment in Indonesia. The country is one of the region’s largest lubricant markets, with annual consumption of about 1.3 billion liters. SSKTama imports and distributes industrial chemicals, speciality additives, processing oils and lubricants to the automotive, coatings, plastics, consumer goods and manufacturing sectors. Afton said the partnership will support expansion by leveraging SSKTama’s market presence, logistics capability and relationships with independent blenders. Afton executive Sean Spencer said in a press release that Indonesia is a priority market and the collaboration will enhance local support. SSKTama President Director Donna Kurniawan said the company looks forward to serving Afton customers.

New Bike Brake Fluid from Ravenol
Germany’s Ravenol expanded its performance fluids portfolio with Racing Brake Fluid R 340+, launched at the end of November. Developed for professional motorsport, it is also approved for on-road use under the DOT 4 specification. R 340+ is formulated with borate esters and glycol ethers, among other additives to withstand severe thermal, chemical and mechanical stress. Ravenol says the fluid provides high density, low compressibility and strong material compatibility for precise braking response under demanding conditions. The company reports a dry boiling point of 342°C and a wet boiling point of 210°C, giving performance margin for sprint and endurance racing in cars and motorcycles. Ravenol says the fluid maintains stable braking power under sustained heat, offering racing-grade capability with dependable road use.