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Industry News
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Chevron Oronite announces change in leadership
Chevron Oronite has announced the appointment of Laurent Jumelle as President of Chevron Oronite, effective December 16, 2025. Jumelle succeeds Cary Knuth who has assumed the role of Vice President of Specialty Sales in Chevron.
“I am honored to lead Chevron Oronite at a time of exciting opportunities and transformation in the additives industry,” said Laurent Jumelle, President, Chevron Oronite. “Our focus will remain on delivering innovative, value-driven solutions that help our customers succeed in a rapidly evolving market. By leveraging our global expertise and strong partnerships, we will continue to drive growth and create long-term value.”
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ATIEL releases Code of Practice Issue 26 addressing Re-Refined Base Stocks (RRBS) for the first time
ATIEL, the Technical Association of the European Lubricants Industry, has released the 26th issue of its Code of Practice (CoP 26)—a significant milestone that, for the first time, incorporates a statement on the use of Re-Refined Base Stocks (RRBS) in…
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ATIEL & UEIL Joint Sustainability Committee Re-Certifies Groundbreaking PCF Methodology with TÜV Rheinland
The ATIEL & UEIL Joint Sustainability Committee (JSC) is proud to announce the successful re-certification of its Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Calculation Methodology for lubricants, greases, and other specialties by TÜV Rheinland Energy GmbH, marking a continued commitment to scientific…
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Digital Exclusives
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Argus Executive Summary, Global Base Oil report 2025
2025 has been a tumultuous year for the base oils and finished lubricants industry. Geopolitical upheavals, tariff negotiations, as well as vessel attacks and the…
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Lube Magazine Artificial Intelligence Special Issue
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant promise, it is here, reshaping how industries think, plan, and operate. From predictive maintenance and smart manufacturing…
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Making the shift to modern ATF
ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) has evolved significantly over time, its formulation style reflecting the changing demands of transmission hardware. The launch of GM’s (General Motors)…
