Major Chinese blenders believe investing in differentiation, efficiency and expansion is the only way to attract big clients, speakers said at a side talk held during the Technology Innovation and Industry Development Forum in Guangzhou on April 11.

United States-based D-A Lubricant Co. announced it will establish its brand in Asia through a new partnership with Chinese lubricant toll blender Shanghai Dalian Petrochemical Co.

Saudi Aramco said this week that it may take a minority stake in a Chinese oil company – a deal that would give it an interest in yet another base oil operation.