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Caterham and Motul have renewed their partnership, uniting Caterham’s lightweight sports car engineering with Motul’s more than 170 years of expertise in high-performance lubrication. The renewed collaboration will support both road and motorsport activities worldwide, including across the Asia-Pacific region.

ZF Friedrichshafen AG and the BMW Group have reinforced their long-standing collaboration by signing a multi-billion-euro supply agreement for passenger-car drive systems. Running into the late 2030s, the contract centres on the ongoing development and supply of ZF’s 8-speed automatic transmission (8HP).

Lubrizol has named Elite Supply Inc. as its newest authorised channel partner for the distribution of refrigeration fluids, industrial compressor lubricants, and heat transfer fluids across the US Midwest. The partnership covers the states of Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Indiana.

TotalEnergies Marketing UK has launched a new waste-oil collection and recycling service for customers across the United Kingdom in partnership with Enva. The initiative offers automotive and industrial customers a fully licensed resource-recovery solution aimed at reducing carbon footprints through improved recycling.

Eni and Q8 Italy have approved a major strategic investment to develop a new biorefinery at the Versalis industrial complex in Priolo, marking a decisive shift toward a long-term, lower-carbon industrial operation. The decision follows Q8’s binding offer and formal approvals from the boards of Eni and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, further strengthening a partnership that began with the Milazzo refinery in 1996.

Nishat Group, through its automotive arm Hyundai Nishat Motors (Private) Limited, has teamed up with Idemitsu Lube Pakistan (Private) Limited to introduce N-SPRINT, a new line of genuine engine oils developed specifically for Pakistani driving conditions, fuel quality, and road environments.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Castrol India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the development of a Re-Refined Base Oil (RRBO) ecosystem in India, supporting the country’s transition toward circularity in the lubricants value chain.

Mumbai-based Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. (GOLIL) has announced strategic partnerships with three leading construction equipment manufacturers—ACE (Action Construction Equipment Ltd.), Ammann India, and XCMG—to supply OEM-approved lubricants tailored for India’s infrastructure sector and demanding operating environments.

ExxonMobil has commenced construction on a significant expansion of Group III base stock production at its Baytown complex in Texas, aiming to address growing global demand for high-performance lubricant base oils used in automotive and industrial applications.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has entered into a long-term Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Company (ALNG), a wholly owned subsidiary of ADNOC Gas. The 10-year agreement represents a significant step toward reinforcing India’s natural gas supply ecosystem.

Valvoline Global has entered into a partnership with U.S.-based design-build firm Gray to develop liquid cooling solutions for next-generation data centres, as rising computing densities and artificial intelligence workloads intensify thermal management requirements.

The venture will be backed by supply flows from Bapco Energies’ refinery and is designed to reinforce Bahrain’s downstream value chain while improving access to international markets. BxT Trading will function as a regional trading hub, integrating local production with global market connectivity.

Mercedes-Benz India has begun locally assembling the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, making India the only market outside the United States to produce the ultra-luxury SUV domestically. The move is part of the company’s broader strategy to localise more models and strengthen its presence in the high-value, top-end luxury segment.

Bio-bitumen is a sustainable, bio-based alternative to conventional petroleum-derived bitumen used as a binder in road construction. Developed in India through collaborative research, it offers a practical way to reduce fossil fuel dependence while maintaining road performance.

Indonesia is targeting diesel self-sufficiency by 2026 as state-owned energy company Pertamina prepares to bring its expanded Balikpapan refinery to full operational capacity, according to government officials.
Located in East Kalimantan, the Balikpapan refinery upgrade is a central component of Indonesia’s strategy to reduce dependence on imported fuels and strengthen domestic energy security. Once fully operational, the facility is expected to significantly increase national diesel production while improving fuel quality to comply with more stringent environmental standards.

China is set to implement the world’s first mandatory energy consumption limits for electric passenger vehicles from January 1, 2026, marking a significant shift from voluntary guidelines to binding efficiency standards that are expected to influence global EV development.

Repsol Lubricants has extended its exclusive distribution agreement with Green B Co. Ltd. in South Korea for an additional three years, reinforcing its growth strategy across the Asia-Pacific region.
Under the renewed arrangement, Green B will continue as the exclusive distributor of Repsol’s automotive lubricants in South Korea. The partnership, which began in 2024, is focused on strengthening sales performance and expanding brand visibility in one of the region’s most competitive lubricants markets.

India’s electric mobility journey has reached a decisive moment. What began as a policy-driven effort to curb oil imports and urban air pollution has rapidly evolved into a large-scale industrial transformation. Electric vehicle adoption has surged over the last few years, supported by government incentives, localisation mandates, and growing consumer acceptance.

Ford Motor Co. has announced a shift in capital investment toward trucks, hybrid models and more affordable electric vehicles as it works to restore profitability and impose tighter discipline on its electrification strategy.

Under the agreement, Energy Core Lanka has been appointed as the authorised distributor of TotalEnergies lubricants in the country. The partnership aims to strengthen market access to OEM-approved lubricants for passenger vehicles, commercial fleets, and industrial equipment across Sri Lanka.