The much-anticipated Lubricant Expo and The Bearing Show North America returns to Huntington Place, Detroit, MI, from March 18-20, 2025. Building on the success of its debut last year, this second edition promises to deliver unparalleled insights and networking opportunities for professionals across the lubricant and bearing value chains.
The 2025 conference will feature a robust line-up of expert speakers from industry-leading organizations, including General Motors, Ford, Klüber Lubrication, SwRI, ExxonMobil, Bellini, Vertex, and John W. Stone Oil Distributor LLC. Attendees will explore key advancements in lubrication, maintenance, condition monitoring, bearing design, and more, all in one integrated event.
Highlights of the 2025 Agenda
With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and industry challenges, the event will tackle crucial topics such as:
- The impact of future fuels like hydrogen and alternative energy on drivetrain performance and lubricant formulations.
- Sustainability initiatives, including re-refined base oils, renewable feedstocks, lifecycle assessments, and product carbon footprint reduction.
- Trends driving lubrication and bearing requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles, heavy-duty vehicles, and industrial manufacturing.
- Best practices for lubricant and bearing selection, maintenance, and monitoring to prevent failures and enhance performance.
This year’s program includes an expanded focus on automotive sessions, with key presentations from General Motors, Nexteer Automotive, and Ford on day one. Attendees can also look forward to an expanded range of training courses and presentations dedicated to lubrication best practices, oil and grease analysis, and condition monitoring. Day three will feature a special focus on bearing applications and a panel discussion of results from an industry-wide survey conducted during the event.
Fleur Jonker, Conference Director, said: “We’re thrilled to release this exciting agenda for the second edition of Lubricant Expo and The Bearing Show North America. During our research for this conference, two themes emerged as particularly vital: the impact of future fuels on lubricant and grease formulations, and the industry’s continued efforts to reduce emissions and improve sustainability across industrial manufacturing, transport, energy, and heavy-duty applications. These themes serve as a foundation for many of the sessions scheduled over the next three days, featuring thought leaders from companies such as Infineum, Klüber Lubrication, Lubrizol, HF Sinclair, and Afton.
“Being in the heart of the automotive industry, we’ve expanded our automotive sessions, and visitors responsible for maintenance, reliability, and lubrication will appreciate the enhanced program of practical courses and presentations. We’re also excited to host a day dedicated to bearing applications and share insights from our industry-wide survey in a panel discussion on day three. It’s a privilege to bring together the sector’s most prominent minds to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future.”
Why Attend?
Attending Lubricant Expo and The Bearing Show North America 2025 offers a unique opportunity to stay ahead of industry trends and challenges. Discover the latest advancements in environmentally acceptable lubricants and innovative formulations designed to meet evolving OEM standards and emissions regulations. Gain critical insights into how the rise of hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as new powertrain technologies, is transforming lubrication and bearing requirements. The event also provides an unparalleled platform to learn about cutting-edge testing methodologies and solutions for improving energy efficiency and addressing regulatory challenges.
Networking with industry leaders, exploring solutions to supply chain issues, and collaborating on sustainability initiatives will empower professionals to navigate a changing market with confidence and expertise.
Secure Your Place
As North America’s leading event for the lubricant and bearing industries, Lubricant Expo and The Bearing Show North America 2025 offers unmatched opportunities to learn, network, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
For the full conference agenda and registration details, visit www.lubricantexpona.com
