14 May 2025
Lubrication Engineers, Inc. (LE), a leading provider of industrial lubricants and asset reliability solutions, has announced the acquisition of RSC Bio Solutions, a global pioneer in high-performance, biodegradable lubrication technologies. The deal, unveiled on May 6, 2025, strengthens LE’s sustainability focus and expands its reach in environmentally sensitive markets such as marine and industrial operations. The acquisition price was not disclosed.
Lubrication Engineers, Inc. (LE), a leading provider of industrial lubricants and asset reliability solutions, has announced the acquisition of RSC Bio Solutions, a global pioneer in high-performance, biodegradable lubrication technologies. The deal, unveiled on May 6, 2025, strengthens LE’s sustainability focus and expands its reach in environmentally sensitive markets such as marine and industrial operations. The acquisition price was not disclosed.
RSC Bio Solutions is internationally recognized for its Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs), including the well-known FUTERRA® and EnviroLogic® product lines. These advanced lubricants are widely used in applications where regulatory compliance and environmental protection are critical, especially in marine and other sensitive ecosystems. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, RSC Bio Solutions maintains a global footprint with offices across three continents, offering broad customer and technical support.
Eric Borland, Chief Executive of LE, highlighted the strategic alignment of the two companies, noting that the acquisition combines robust portfolios of sustainable technologies and shared values in delivering high-performance, eco-friendly solutions. He praised both organizations' strong records of innovation and commitment to quality.
RSC Bio Solutions President and CEO, Mike Guggenheimer, expressed enthusiasm about the merger, citing deep respect for LE’s leadership and reputation in the lubricant industry. He emphasized that joining forces with LE would accelerate innovation and help serve a broader customer base more effectively.
Founded in 1951 and headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, LE manufactures premium lubricants—including greases, gear oils, and specialty fluids—and operates in over 60 countries via a robust distributor and partner network. Its extensive global presence spans key industrial and energy sectors.
This acquisition represents LE’s second strategic move since partnering with Aurora Capital Partners in September 2023. The first was its February 2025 acquisition of the industrial business of Royal Purple from Calumet for USD 110 million. That deal included synthetic lubricants used in industrial settings, such as gear oils, compressor oils, and hydraulic fluids. LE also secured exclusive rights to manufacture and sell Royal Purple-branded industrial products, while Calumet retained its consumer automotive segment and the manufacturing facility in Porter, Texas.
Aurora Capital Partners, based in Los Angeles, is a private equity firm that invests in industrial, manufacturing, and service-oriented businesses valued between USD 100 million and USD 500 million. Through its ownership of LE, Aurora Capital holds a significant position in the lubricant industry.
Under LE’s ownership, RSC Bio Solutions will continue to offer its engineered lubricants, which are formulated with synthetic hydrocarbons and renewable base oils. These products will now be integrated under the LE brand, further advancing LE’s commitment to sustainable lubrication solutions for a wide range of demanding applications.
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