News and Media Releases
All media releases published by Shell Lubricants this year, and archived releases from recent years.
Latest media releases
Shell partners with Nissan to create hybrid rally concept car
May 18, 2022
Shell equips car with innovative lubricants and biofuel.
Shell leads global lubricants market for 15ᵗʰ year
Dec 16, 2021
Shell named number one global supplier in all three main categories – consumer, commercial and industrial
Shell retains its status as the leading global supplier of finished lubricants for a 15th consecutive year, according to the 19th edition of Kline & Company’s report Global Lubricants: Market Analysis and Assessment 2021.
Shell acquires a leading tolls solutions business to enhance customer road transport experience.
Dec 13, 2021
Shell Commercial Road Transport (Shell) has signed a sale and purchase agreement to acquire MS Europe BV (MSTS Tolls), a leading tolls solutions provider, from TreviPay. MSTS Tolls with its innovative product portfolio and deep tolling expertise will allow Shell to build a best in class tolling experience for customers in the European commercial road transport sector. The purchase is expected to close towards the end of 2021.
Shell Announces Gadus S3 Grease as First and Only NLGI Dual-Certified Grease on the Market Globally
Nov 11, 2021
Shell Lubricant Solutions (Shell) has announced the Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2 grease is now certified against the NLGI High-Performance Multiuse (HPM) certification, in addition to its previously held NLGI GC–LB performance classification, making it the first dual-certified grease currently available in the world. Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2 grease has also obtained the +HL tag for enhanced level of performance in the heavy load carrying capacity category.
Shell and ITOCHU join forces to deliver digitalisaton and decarbonisaton pathways for ITCOHU’S mining operations
Jul 1, 2021
Shell International and ITOCHU Corporation have announced they will collaborate to accelerate the digitalisation and decarbonisation of ITOCHU’s mining sites. Shell will offer its sectoral expertise in decarbonisation and digitalisation pathways expertise to find solutions that meet the specific needs of ITOCHU, an investment firm headquartered in Tokyo, which manages a Metals and Minerals portfolio that includes mining sites across the globe.
Shell acquires full ownership of MachineMax to drive next phase of global commercialisation to multiple industry sectors
Jun 24, 2021
Shell has become the sole owner of MachineMax, acquiring the stakes held by MachineMax’ s two other investors - BCG Digital Ventures and B Capital Group – as well as the company’s two founders. In addition, Shweta Saxena assumes the role of MachineMax CEO. MachineMax helps companies to maximise the profitability and efficiency of their off-highway fleets using smart sensors and next-generation analytics.
Shell and Penske announce strategic collaboration to help drive decarbonization and sustainability across sectors
May 28, 2021
Long-term global partners will aim to help their customers achieve sustainability ambitions.
Shell Naturelle takes lubricants beyond 'environmentally acceptable' to advance sustainable operations
May 20, 2021
With businesses worldwide coming under pressure to maximise output while also contributing to a more sustainable future, Shell has introduced a refreshed portfolio of Shell Naturelle biodegradable lubricants, designed to help reduce environmental impact without compromising on equipment performance.
Shell and Hyundai renew global cooperation to accelerate delivery of zero-emissions mobility solutions for customers
Mar 18, 2021
Shell continues as exclusively recommended lubricants supplier for Hyundai’s global aftermarket network
Maserati and Shell launch new exclusive co-branded motor oil for hybrid models
Mar 16, 2021
Shell and Maserati have extended their long-standing technical and commercial collaboration with the launch of the new Shell Helix Ultra Hybrid 0W-30 oil for Maserati hybrid engines.
The Future of Downstream: Decarbonisation, Collaboration and Digitalisation
Mar 2, 2021
Keynote speech at the Future Downstream conference, where Carlos Maurer, Executive Vice President, Sectors & Decarbonisation, Shell, outlines and explores three key trends driving downstream businesses – sector decarbonisation, the need for wide-ranging collaboration and the importance of digitalisation.
Carbon neutral lubricants: The next step in our journey towards net zero
Feb 23, 2021
Carlos Maurer, Shell’s Executive Vice President, Sectors & Decarbonisation, on how Shell Lubricants offers customers around the world an expanded portfolio of carbon neutral lubricants.
Shell introduces a global portfolio of carbon neutral lubricants
Feb 23, 2021
London - Customers in key markets worldwide can now choose carbon neutral1 lubricants across select brands, with Shell aiming to compensate for 700,000 tonnes of CO2e emissions per year.
Shell Lubricants and Whitmore Announce Definitive Agreement to Form Joint Venture to Provide Industrial Products and Services to North America Rail and United States Mining Customers
Jan 22, 2021
DALLAS, TX – CSW Industrials, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSWI) and Pennzoil-Quaker State Company dba SOPUS products (“Shell”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell Oil Company that comprises Shell’s United States (“U.S.”) lubricants business, announced today the execution of a definitive agreement under which Whitmore Manufacturing, LLC (“Whitmore”), a wholly owned subsidiary of CSWI, and Shell will form a joint venture (“JV”) to market, distribute, and sell lubricants, greases, coolants, reliability products, and related industrial services to the North America rail and U.S. mining sectors. The JV, which will be named Shell & Whitmore Reliability Solutions, LLC, is expected to be owned fifty percent by each of Whitmore and Shell.
What’s driving road freight decarbonisation? Planning, collaboration and a whole fleet of innovative solutions.
Jan 21, 2021
Carlos Maurer, Shell’s Executive Vice President, Sectors & Decarbonisation on how the next 10 years will be critically important for the road freight sector to introduce zero emission vehicles into the global fleet.
Road Freight sector close to tipping point to decarbonise faster than many expect
Jan 21, 2021
London - Shell and Deloitte today published a joint study on how to decarbonise the road freight sector, which is based on the views of road freight executives and experts from around the world. More than 70% of the 158 interviewees consider decarbonisation as the leading or top 3 priority for their organisation.
Shell completes acquisition of branded lubricants business in Japan.
Jan 5, 2021
Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd and Shell Overseas Holdings Limited have completed deal for Shell to acquire 100% of the shares in Shell Lubricants Japan K.K.
Digitalisation and Collaboration for a Lower Carbon Energy Future.
Dec 18, 2020
Speaking virtually at the NetEase Future Conference in Hangzhou, China, Carlos Maurer, Executive Vice President, Global Commercial, Shell, outlines how Shell can work with China’s digital leaders to help drive a lower carbon future.
Wärtsilä selects Shell as test oil partner for factory testing
Dec 1, 2020
The technology group Wärtsilä and Shell will further strengthen their partnership through Shell becoming Wärtsilä’s test oil partner for engines during the factory testing process.
Shell retains Leadership of Global Lubricants market for 14ᵗʰ consecutive year
Nov 26, 2020
Shell leads globally in all three main categories – consumer, commercial and industrial.
London, 26th November 2020 – Shell remains the leading global supplier of finished lubricants for 14 consecutive years, according to Kline & Company’s 18th Edition Global Lubricants: Market Analysis and Assessment 2020 report. Using 2019 as the base year, the report covers all leading lubricant consuming country markets, market segments, product types, and formulations. Shell retains the number1 global leadership position for the three lubricants categories tracked by Kline – consumer automotive, commercial automotive and industrial.
Shell special e-transmission fluid to feature in new Mahindra racing M7electro formula e racing car
Nov 25, 2020
FE co-engineering part of wider collaboration between Shell and Mahindra
Shell and Kreisel Electric form strategic alliance to offer high-performance electric battery solution
Nov 18, 2020
The combined battery technology system delivers industry-leading battery efficiency and fast-charging capabilities as well as superior safety and stability
London – Kreisel Electric and Shell have developed a unique and competitive battery solution combining Kreisel’s cutting edge lithium-ion battery module technology with Shell’s tailored thermal management fluid. The Kreisel and Shell battery technology system can be used in both passenger and commercial electric vehicles, as well as in other sector applications requiring high performance electric batteries. Kreisel Electric and Shell will jointly market the solution.
“Decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors”
Nov 3, 2020
Speaking at the virtual MENA Energy Meet event, Carlos Maurer, Executive Vice President Global Commercial Shell, says that urgency, innovation and collaboration are all vital to deliver sector decarbonisation
Shell launches E-Fluids for Electrified Commercial Vehicles
Oct 15, 2020
Shell E-fluids portfolio improves reliability, efficiency and performance for all passenger and commercial vehicles with electric powertrains.
London – Shell extends its globally available specialised fluids portfolio – Shell E-Fluids – to support battery electric (BEV) as well as fuel cell electric (FCEV) powertrains for commercial light, medium and heavy goods vehicles. Shell works with truck and bus manufacturers to co-engineer bespoke fluids that meet the specific needs of their different electric drivetrains for their commercial vehicle models.
Shell grows branded lubricants business in Japan.
Aug 6, 2020
Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd and Shell Overseas Holdings Limited have signed an agreement for Shell to acquire 100% of the shares in Shell Lubricants Japan K.K.
Shell and Ducati deepen technical partnership expanding distribution of Shell Advance Ducati engine oil
Aug 5, 2020
Shell continues supply of first fill engine oil for Ducati’s Italian and Thai production plants.
Borgo Panigale, Italy – Shell and Ducati announced the three-year renewal of their engine oil first fill agreement for all Ducati motorcycles produced at its factories in Bologna (Italy) and Rayong (Thailand). In addition, Ducati is extending to Germany, France and UK its aftermarket agreement with Shell for the exclusive Shell Advance Ducati engine oil, which already covered the Italian and North American markets.
Shell and IBM Team up to Accelerate Digitalisation in the Mining Industry
Jun 17, 2020
New online marketplace offers field-tested solutions that can help customers improve safety, efficiency and sustainability.
New York - Shell and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today launched Oren, a global B2B Digital mining services marketplace platform, co developed by the companies aimed at helping mining companies find solutions related to safety, sustainability, mine planning and operational efficiency. By hosting new technology and digital solutions in one place, Oren aims to accelerate the digitisation of the mining industry, speed up the transformation of mining workflows and build in more operational resiliency in a rapidly changing world.
Shell to double capacity in Indonesian lubricant plant to meet growing domestic demand
Mar 12, 2020
Bekasi, Indonesia – Shell Indonesia today announced its investment to double the production capacity of its world-class lubricants oil blending plant (LOBP) located in Marunda Centre, near Jakarta, Indonesia. Upon completion, the plant will be capable of producing up to 300 million litres of finished lubricants annually across the 9-hectare site. This expansion will enable Shell to meet the growing demand of the domestic lubricants market and contribute to the advancement of Indonesia’s downstream industry.
Shell retains leadership of global lubricants market for 13th consecutive year
Nov 7, 2019
Shell remains the leading global supplier of finished lubricants for 13 consecutive years, according to Kline & Company’s 17th Edition Global Lubricants Industry: Market Analysis and Assessment: 2019 report. Using 2018 as the base year, the report covers all leading lubricant consuming country markets, market segments, product types, and formulations.
Shell uses solar energy to help power lubricant plants in Europe and Asia
Aug 5, 2019
Shell is installing solar photovoltaic panels on the roofs of seven lubricant plants in China, India, Italy, Singapore and Switzerland. Combined, the panels are expected to generate over 7,500 MWh of electricity annually, and can result in the avoidance of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 4,500 tonnes on a CO2-equivalent basis per year, equivalent to taking about 2,600 cars off the road for one year.
Shell launches e-fluids to optimise electric vehicle performance
May 21, 2019
Shell has launched a new range of fluids specifically designed to work in battery electric vehicles (EVs). These E-Transmission Fluids, E-Thermal Fluids and E-Greases will make battery EVs perform better and be more efficient. This is part of Shell’s ongoing drive to support electric mobility and offer more and cleaner energy solutions for our customers.
Future Energy Mix
Mar 6, 2019
At Fuel + Lubes Week in Singapore, Richard Jory, Shell’s Vice President, Lubricants Supply Chain, spoke on how lubricants play an important role in making vehicles as efficient as possible while preparing for the transport system of the future.
Digitalisation in the Energy Industry: Adapt, or be Disrupted
Mar 5, 2019
At the Global Leadership Summit for the Asian Lubricant Manufacturers Union, Richard Jory, Shell’s Vice President, Lubricants Supply Chain, spoke on how Shell is extracting value from digital solutions while staying focused on delivering to customers.
Shell showcases the global vehicle trust ‘Ox’ at its Marquee event Make The Future in Chennai, India
Dec 8, 2018
Chennai, India: Shell India launches "OX to India" - a potential mobility solution for accessible, efficient, all-terrain transportation in developing regions
Shell remains as BMW’s recommended oil supplier
Sep 4, 2018
Shell-produced premium engine oils to be used for BMW service-fills until 2022
UK’s largest online car repair marketplace secures £4m investment
Aug 2, 2018
The UK’s largest online car repair marketplace has secured £4 million from investors including Shell Ventures, Sir Trevor Chinn, Active Partners and Venrex Investment Management. The marketplace currently has 11,500 garages registered to the site, has processed over 1 million repair requests from UK drivers and receives 60,000 new job requests every month from drivers.
Openbay Developing AI-Enabled Solutions Designed for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Secures Series A Financing
Jun 25, 2018
Shell and Openbay has closed the $8M Series A round of financing to help Openbay to bring to market artificial intelligence (AI) enabled solutions for businesses that provide automotive repair services and to grow existing and new markets across all its offerings.
Shell and Maserati launch new exclusive co-branded motor oil
Jun 20, 2018
Shell and Maserati are introducing a brand new co-branded motor oil known as Shell Helix Ultra Maserati 10W-60 - the only recommended on all Maserati’s 2018 models across the globe equipped with the V6 Gasoline engine. This new product follows the previous Shell Helix Ultra Maserati 5W-40 for Maserati’s 2017 models.
Shell and AirFlow Truck Company demonstrate a 248% improvement in freight tonne efficiency with the Starship truck
Jun 6, 2018
Rolling lab on wheels tests impact of technologies on efficiency and emissions in freight transport
Shell launches Artificial Intelligence Chatbot for B2B Lubricants customers and distributors
May 17, 2018
Shell Lubricants has introduced Shell LubeChat, the first artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot tool for B2B lubricants customers. Shell LubeChat is an online chat robot that is designed to give users around the world easy, real-time access to product support, technical services and lubricants data.
Shell and AirFlow Truck Company debut Starship - hyper-efficient truck
Apr 19, 2018
Collaborative process seeks energy efficiency improvements applicable globally
Shell to further power progress on the Global Vehicle Trust OX: the inventive flat-pack truck
Apr 11, 2018
Shell has announced that it will commission a pre-production prototype of the world’s first flat-pack truck and it will take this truck to India, which is home to almost 18% of the world’s population1.
Shell becomes Aggreko’s largest lubricants supplier in Russia, Asia-Pacific and Americas
Mar 7, 2018
Global leader in distributed energy services, Aggreko, has deepened its relationship with Shell Lubricants. This includes the extension of its existing lubricants agreement with Shell until at least 2020. Shell Lubricants is now Aggreko’s largest lubricants supplier and preferred choice in Russia, as well as the Asia-Pacific, North American and Latin American regions.
Shell becomes Aggreko’s largest lubricants supplier in Russia, Asia-Pacific and Americas
Mar 7, 2018
Global leader in distributed energy services, Aggreko, has deepened its relationship with Shell Lubricants. This includes the extension of its existing lubricants agreement with Shell until at least 2020. Shell Lubricants is now Aggreko’s largest lubricants supplier and preferred choice in Russia, as well as the Asia-Pacific, North American and Latin American regions.
Shell opens 430 Million-litre Lubricants Plant in Singapore
Nov 1, 2017
Singapore, November 1, 2017 – Shell today opened an integrated lubricants and grease production facility in Tuas, Singapore. At 10 hectares, the site size is equivalent to almost 25 football pitches. It is Shell’s 3nd largest lubricants plant in the world and 2nd largest in Asia-Pacific, capable of producing up to 430 million litres (equivalent to 390 kilotonnes) of lubricants and greases every year - enough to change the engine oil of over 12,000 cars, every hour, every day.
Shell enters its second decade of global lubricant leadership
Oct 20, 2017
Shell Lubricants has been recognised as the global market leader for the11th consecutive year, marking the start of two decades of undisputed industry leadership. This accolade was confirmed in the recently published Kline & Company’s 15th Edition ‘Global Lubricants Industry: Market Analysis and Assessment: 2016-2026 report. The report covers the sector in 2016.
Shell and Maserati Launch Exclusive Co-branded Motor Oil
Oct 12, 2017
Shell and Maserati announced that they have launched Shell Helix Ultra Maserati 5W-40 and 10W-60 new bespoke co-branded motor oils which will be the only products recommended by Maserati for Maserati engines in key markets globally. Shell Helix Ultra Maserati 10W-60 motor oil is recommended by Maserati for all 2018 models.
Shell and Ducati renew technical partnership, extends contract beyond first fill with new aftermarket Oil Deal
Jun 28, 2017
Borgo Panigale, Italy – Shell and Ducati today announced an extension of their technical partnership agreement for another three years, taking it past the 20-year mark. Shell also becomes Ducati’s exclusive supplier of aftermarket engine oils for the first time, with the launch of Shell Advance Ducati, Shell’s new motorcycle oil developed specially for Ducati road bikes.
Shell and Tsinghua University set up Mobility Research Centre
May 16, 2017
Beijing, China – Shell has officially opened its Joint Research Centre for Cleaner Mobility with Tsinghua’s Department of Automotive Engineering (DAE). Tsinghua University is one of the most prestigious universities in China.
Shell selected as exclusive supplier of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars genuine engine oil
Jan 10, 2017
Shell today announced that it has been chosen by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd as the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Genuine Engine Oil. From October 2016, this oil has started to become available to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dealers around the world.
Shell Lubricants Market Leader For Tenth Year In A Row
Nov 22, 2016
22 November 2016 - Shell Lubricants has retained its global market leading position in 2015 with 11.6% market share, according to Kline & Company’s Global Lubricants Industry: Market Analysis and Assessment 2016 report. This is the tenth consecutive year that Shell has been named the number one global lubricants supplier.
Shell Indonesia Lubes plant ramps up production, now producing Marine Lubricants
Nov 9, 2016
Jakarta, 9 November 2016 – Just over one year from the start of its operations, Shell’s newest lubricant oil blending plant (LOBP), located in Marunda Centre, near Jakarta, Indonesia, has more than doubled its production slate and is now producing 99 different products.
Effective lubrication can help mining industry lower costs and boost profits, reveals Shell Lubricants
Sep 26, 2016
Only 41% of companies have the right lubrication procedures in place1 and 40% admit incurring costs of over $250,000 from unplanned downtime
Shell launches into Strategic Cooperation with Faw Jie Fang
Sep 14, 2016
Zibo, Shandong - Shell today entered a strategic cooperation with FAW Jie Fang Truck Co. Ltd, China’s largest manufacturer of heavy duty trucks. The new agreement deepens Shell’s relationship with FAW, having been its premium lubricants supplier for first-fill and service-fill oils for many years. Shell and FAW also recently successfully trialled 100,000km long oil drain intervals for the entire powertrain system, including engine, transmission and axle via rigorous bench tests of over10,000 hours and 1.5 million km of road trials, a first in China.
Shell Named GE’s Recommended Oil Supplier For Jenbacher Type 4 and Type 6 Gas Engines
Jun 14, 2016
Shell Mysella gas engine oil to be supplied for use in GE’s Jenbacher gas engines in over 80 countries.
Shell unveils ultra energy efficient concept car
Apr 22, 2016
Shell has today (22 April 2016) unveiled a concept city car which, if it were ever to go into production, could deliver material reductions in energy use in the road transport sector. The three seater car is tangible proof of energy efficiency improvements that can be achieved by using cutting edge technology available today through a process of “co-engineering” whereby vehicle body, engine design and lubricants are all created together.