Volume 8 Issue 38
Hengmei to Build Lube Plant in Pakistan
September 17, 2021Chinese grease producer Hengmei Technology Grease Co. still plans to establish a lubricant blending plant in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province as part of a large economic development program, even though Saudi Aramco chose a new location for a refinery meant to anchor the project.
India Wants More Oil Palm
September 17, 2021An Indian government ministry approved money for a program to increase the country’s production of crude palm oil up to 1.1 million tons by 2025-2026 and up to 2.8 million tons by 2029-2030 to alleviate dependence on imports. Palm oil, the highest volume plant oil, is used primarily in foods and biofuels but also in renewable lubricants.
Hi-Tech Posts Higher Profits
September 17, 2021Pakistan-based blender Hi-Tech Lubricants Ltd. reported higher consolidated net profit for the quarter and for the fiscal year ending June 30.
From Other Editions of Lube Report
September 17, 2021New Search Starting for Isla Operator
Briefly Noted
September 17, 2021Shell India appointed Debanjali Sengupta country head of Shell Lubricants India effective Aug. 1. She succeeded Raman Ojha, who became vice president – global head for construction and roads.