The hidden hazard in transformers: PCB
PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) are an organochlorine class of synthetic oil-like compounds. They were described in the technical literature for the first time in 1881, and...
Prof. Dr. Ali Erdemir: Plastic waste can be used to produce high-performance lubricants
Prof. Dr. Ali Erdemir, a world-renowned Turkish scientist who has conducted groundbreaking studies in the fields of materials science, surface engineering, and tribology, gave an...
Bright future for black grease
In a comparative study, Nynas researchers conclude that a heavy specialty oil is a viable alternative to bright stock in grease formulations. It is cost-effective...
Our planet and the year 2022
Lubricants, which are essential for our industry and vehicles, should have the least possible negative impact on biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change throughout their...
Digital transformation exemplar in the lubricant industry: Lubrico
Lurbico Oil International with its 44 years of experience has been the leading figure in the Turkish lubricant market. Guiding the industry for four decades,...
Chevron launches synthetic lubricant for final drives and axles
The US based manufacturer of full range lubrication and coolant products Chevron Products Company has introduced Delo TorqForce Syn FD-1, a high-performance, fully synthetic lubricant...
Vitol’s Petrol Ofisi appoints new CEO
Petrol Ofisi, Turkey’s leading distributor of fuels and lubricants which is owned by VIP Turkey Holding B.V., a subsidiary of Vitol Investment Partnership Ltd, announces...
Evonik Oil Additives appointed ADCO as new distributor in CIS region
The Oil Additives business line of Evonik has restructured its distribution setup for its products in CIS countries, announcing ADCO as its new distribution partner....
Aramco to acquire Valvoline’s Global Products Business for $2.65 billion
The Saudi Arabian Oil Company (“Aramco”) announced the signing of an equity purchase agreement to acquire Valvoline Inc. global products business (“Valvoline Global Products” or...
Rolls-Royce appoints Tufan Erginbilgic as Chief Executive Officer
Rolls-Royce announces that Tufan Erginbilgic has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and an executive director of Rolls-Royce Holdings plc. Tufan will take up his new...