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Shell and Komatsu Mark 25 Years Of Partnership

Tokyo, Japan – Shell Lubricants (“Shell”) and Komatsu have reinforced their long-standing global collaboration, renewing a 25-year commitment to technical co-development, equipment longevity and continuing focus on delivering value for customers across the construction and mining equipment sectors.

Shell tops global lubricants market for a record 20th consecutive year

London - Shell Lubricants has been confirmed for a record 20th time as the number one best-selling global lubricants supplier. This two-decade run of industry leading momentum was recognised in the latest edition of Kline & Company’s report, Global Lubricants: Market Analysis and Assessment.

Shell Starts Production at its Grease Manufacturing Plant in Indonesia

Jakarta – Shell Indonesia (‘Shell’) today officially inaugurated its Grease Manufacturing Plant (GMP) in Indonesia. With a production capacity of up to 12 kilotonnes per year, the plant complements Shell’s existing Marunda Lubricants Oil Blending Plant (LOBP) in Bekasi, Indonesia.

Shell and FAW TRUCKS advance Immersion Cooling Battery Technology for Commercial Vehicles

Changchun, China – Shell Lubricants (‘Shell’) and FAW TRUCKS have reached an important milestone in the development of battery thermal management technology for commercial vehicles.

Shell and Hyundai Motor strengthen 20-year partnership with renewed global cooperation agreement

Seoul, Korea – Shell Lubricants (“Shell”) and Hyundai Motor Company have today announced a five-year renewal to their global partnership, reinforcing a shared commitment to delivering performance, innovation and value.

Shell unveils its Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car

London - Shell has today unveiled its Triple 10 Challenge concept car, a ground-breaking proof-of-concept vehicle designed to inspire a new design philosophy for the next generation of battery electric vehicles (EVs).

Shell and Ducati celebrate 100 years of Ducati and 27 years of partnership

London, UK - Shell and Ducati have marked a historic milestone during World Ducati Week – Ducati’s 100th anniversary – alongside more than 27 years of technical partnership with Shell that has helped shape performance, innovation and success on track and on the road.

Shell UK and AutoAngels Announce Strategic Partnership to Support Skills, Diversity, and Innovation in the UK Automotive Sector

London, UK - Shell UK Lubricants and AutoAngels today announced a new partnership designed to strengthen support for the UK’s independent workshop community, empower the next generation of automotive talent, and champion greater diversity and skills development across the sector.

Shell and BMW M Motorsport announce renewal of long-standing partnership at Le Mans 2026 with enhanced R&D commitment

London - Following the thrilling conclusion of the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans, Shell Lubricants (“Shell”) and BMW M Motorsport have announced the renewal of their long-standing partnership, extending their agreement with a strengthened focus on research and development (R&D) including sustainable fluid technologies for both motorsport and passenger vehicles.

Shell and Genesis debut Hypercar at FIA World Endurance Championship 2026

Shell and Genesis will unveil an all-new endurance model – Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar - at the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).

Shell Lubricants Launches the Master Academy in Partnership with BMW M Motorsport and Ducati Corse

Skills and training initiative commits to support the global community of mechanics