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HD Hyundai Oilbank and Shell are set to strengthen their joint venture by entering the high-performance Group III base oil market. Their joint company, HD Hyundai Shell Base Oil, plans to begin full-scale commercial production of Group III base oils by 2027 through an expansion of its Daesan plant in South Korea.

Audi has confirmed that it will continue producing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles beyond 2033, marking a shift towards a more flexible electrification strategy. This follows the company’s March announcement outlining a major strategic pivot to maintain a diversified portfolio comprising ICEs, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and electric vehicles (EVs).

Castrol has introduced its new suite of smart industrial lubrication solutions aimed at increasing equipment uptime, reducing maintenance costs, and extending machinery life for manufacturers.

Lubrizol has launched its new diesel fuel additive, Lubrizol® MF9145V, aimed at reducing diesel particulate matter (DPM) formation at the source, lowering the frequency of diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration, and ultimately cutting vehicle maintenance costs. The launch was announced in Shanghai, underscoring Lubrizol’s strategic focus on China’s diverse driving conditions and fuel qualities.

Brenntag Specialties and ExxonMobil have renewed and expanded their long-standing distribution agreement for white oils across the EMEA region, strengthening a partnership that has existed for over two decades.

INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe has begun producing virgin-quality recycled plastics at its Lavera facility in southern France, after modifying the site to process pyrolysis oil derived from post-consumer plastic waste. This achievement places INEOS at the forefront of advanced recycling in Europe.

Neste and Chevron Lummus Global (CLG) have achieved a key milestone in their joint efforts to develop an innovative technology that transforms lignocellulosic waste and residues into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel. This collaboration aims to tap into an underutilized biomass stream with the potential to significantly boost renewable fuel production and contribute to global decarbonization efforts.

India has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its renewable energy landscape, registering a threefold increase in installed renewable power capacity over the past ten years. As of May 2025, the nation’s total renewable energy capacity has surged to 232 GW, up from 75.5 GW in March 2014, according to data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Castrol has unveiled a comprehensive fluid management service tailored for liquid-cooled data centres, marking a major leap toward broader adoption of this high-efficiency cooling technology.

In a significant move to boost electric mobility, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has unveiled a new policy—Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India (SPMEPCI)—slashing import duties on electric vehicles from 110% to 15%.

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOC), a state-owned energy major, is accelerating its green energy transformation with the launch of the country’s largest green hydrogen initiative and a new partnership aimed at advancing bioenergy and bio-hydrogen technologies across India.

Shell has refreshed its flagship Helix motor oil line with a sleek, modern new packaging design and launched a worldwide campaign titled “Unleash the Power Within.” The rebranding emphasizes enhanced shelf presence, cleaner labeling for easier selection, and a connection between everyday driving and high-performance engineering.

Saudi Arabia-based Alfanar Group is preparing to enter India's green hydrogen market, contingent upon the finalization of the country's policy and regulatory framework. Mohammed Irfan, CEO of Alfanar Global Development - India, emphasized that the company is poised to leverage its international expertise, particularly from Egypt and Chile, to replicate successful models in India once assured offtake agreements are in place.

ADNOC Distribution, in partnership with TotalEnergies Marketing Egypt (TEME), has launched its ADNOC Voyager lubricants across Egypt for the first time at third-party retail outlets. Currently available in Greater Cairo, the Nile Delta, and online via Amazon and Noon, the companies aim to expand to 3,000 sales points nationwide by 2026.

German lubricant manufacturer FUCHS is investing more than BRL 220 million (USD 39 million) in a cutting-edge production facility in Sorocaba, Brazil, as part of its broader strategy to expand in Latin America. The project aims to double FUCHS’ market share in Brazil and enhance its presence throughout the region.

Honda Expands Vithalapur Plant to Become World’s Largest Motorcycle Manufacturing Facility

Infinium Breaks Ground on Major eFuels Facility in Texas to Accelerate SAF Production

Infinium has begun construction on its second commercial-scale eFuels facility in the United States, dubbed Project Roadrunner, located in Reeves County near Pecos, Texas. Once operational, the plant is poised to become one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has unveiled a major overhaul of its automobile electrification strategy in response to the slower-than-anticipated growth in global electric vehicle (EV) markets and rising geopolitical and regulatory challenges. While reaffirming its long-term commitment to carbon neutrality and smart mobility, the company has decided to scale back its short-term EV investments.

TotalEnergies Marketing Asia-Pacific Middle East has introduced a new range of advanced engine oils that comply with the latest API SQ and ILSAC GF-7 standards. These innovative lubricants are designed to deliver greater fuel efficiency, enhanced engine protection, and extended vehicle lifespan, aligning with the evolving needs of modern automotive technologies.

Kolkata – Himadri Speciality Chemical is set to establish India’s first silicon-carbon plant, following a strategic technology licensing agreement with Sicona, an Australian next-generation battery materials company. Under the partnership, Himadri gains the rights to access, localize, and commercialize Sicona’s proprietary silicon-carbon anode technology in India—a breakthrough widely recognized as one of the most promising innovations in lithium-ion battery performance globally, according to Chairman and Managing Director Anurag Chowdhary.