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  • SIP Speciality Oils and Fluids restructures senior leadership team for global growth

    Independent marketer SIP has announced a major restructuring of its senior leadership team. The move aligns executive responsibilities with the company’s ambitious global expansion plans and long-term strategic priorities. Established in 1987 by founders Michael Hind and Carlton Colcord, the business has officially transitioned into a dynamic second-generation family enterprise. Following a comprehensive organisational review, SIP has confirmed three pivotal executive appointments to drive its next phase of commercial growth. Frank Colcord takes the helm as Chairman, while Bead Oliver steps into the role of… Read more »

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  • ROWE strengthens its international sales and marketing expertise

    The ROWE Group is strengthening its international management team: the latest addition is Thomas Papez, who has been appointed Senior Vice President Global Sales & Marketing and a member of the Management Board. In this role, he is responsible for the global sales and marketing activities of the Worms-based family-owned company and will continue to drive forward its international growth strategy. In Thomas Papez, ROWE has gained an internationally experienced leader with more than 25 years’ experience in management, sales and transformation within the automotive… Read more »

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  • Duckhams CEO Mike Bewsey Steps Down Following Business Transformation

    Mike Bewsey is stepping down as CEO of the original British motor oil company, Duckhams. Mike became the CEO of Duckhams in 2024, bringing with him many years of experience managing multi-national lubricant brands.

    Over the past few years, Mike has led the company through its next stage of global transformation. Building on the brand’s immense heritage, Duckhams high-performance engine oils, trusted by mechanics and motorists alike, are now available across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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  • VBASE Oil Company awarded $2MM contract to demonstrate high efficiency, sustainable gear lubricants based on SPE® Base Oils

    VBASE® Oil Company has been awarded a $2MM Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II Sequential award through the U.S. Army, W51701-25-C-A184, titled “High Efficiency and Sustainable Gear Lubricants for Demand Reduction.” The program will deliver an Army-ready formulation built to exceed SAE J2360+ performance requirements, enabling measurable improvements in fuel efficiency, durability, and sustainability in military driveline systems.

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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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  • FUCHS UK looks forward to future with appointment of new CEO

    FUCHS Lubricants (UK) plc, the UK’s leading independent manufacturer of lubricants and related specialty products, are pleased to announce a significant leadership transition. Following the recent retirement of CEO Richard Halhead, FUCHS UK’s former Head of Industrial Division, Richard Rogers has stepped into the role.

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  • LUBE MAGAZINE SPRING SPECIAL: Lubricants Industry Rising Stars 2025

    It is with great enthusiasm and pride that we present this special issue dedicated to the rising stars of the European lubricants industry.

    In this edition, we shine a spotlight on a select group of individuals who have made remarkable contributions and left an indelible mark on the companies they represent. As the industry continues to evolve, these professionals stand out not only for their achievements but also for their innovative spirit, unwavering commitment, and capacity to inspire others.

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  • TRA Finds Evidence of Illegal Dumping in the UK Lubricants Market

    After thorough investigation, the UK Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has confirmed that lubricants imported from Lithuania and the UAE are being sold at unfairly low prices, constituting illegal dumping. This practice has been harming domestic producers, undercutting prices by an average of 37%.

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  • New Chairman of VLS Harald Oosting

    The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (UK) Ltd is delighted to welcome new Chairman Harald Oosting, succeeding Jacquie Berryman who stepped down in April.

    Currently President and Chief Executive Officer of Olyslager, Harald has been involved in the lubricants industry for over twenty years, on the Board of VLS since 2018, and is also currently Vice-President and Director of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association, a role he has had held since 2017.

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  • Exol reveals its 2023 ‘Distributor of the Year’

    Exol Lubricants has unveiled the winner of its prestigious ‘UK & Ireland Distributor of the Year 2023’ award. Midland Oil Company picked up the accolade for the company’s hard work and determination over the last 12 months.

    Based in Leicestershire, Midland Oil Company supplies lubricants to the commercial, automotive, agricultural and industrial sectors and has worked with Exol for 20 years.

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  • New Head of European Sales for 125-year-old British Brand Duckhams Oils

    Duckhams, the original British motor oil since 1899, is pleased to welcome Henrik Hansen as its new Head of Sales in Europe.
    With over fifteen years of experience in the lubricants industry, Henrik has worked in sales and export roles for Comma Oil, Cosan Lubricants and Moove Europe. He has led international sales teams and developed customer relationships in the European, Middle Eastern, African, North, and South American markets.

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  • New CEO for 125-year-old British brand Duckhams Oils

    Duckhams, the original British motor oil since 1899, is pleased to welcome incumbent UKLA President Mike Bewsey as its new CEO. With many years of experience managing multi-national lubricant brands, Mike has been appointed to lead the company through its next stage of global operations.

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  • Slicker Recycling announces Oil Monster acquisition

    Slicker Recycling, which collects and recycles over 75 million litres of used oil and commercial garage waste every year, has acquired fellow industry specialist, Oil Monster.

    Chester-based Oil Monster employs a team of 13 people and operates a fleet of 10 trucks which collects waste oil throughout the UK.

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  • VBASE Oil Welcomes Martin Greaves as CTO

    VBASE® Oil Company, a producer of sustainable and high-performance base oils located in Pendleton, SC, is proud to announce that Martin Greaves, PhD has joined the company as Chief Technical Officer (CTO). Martin brings over 25 years of experience in technical leadership positions within the lubricant industry, with a strong background in inventing, developing, and commercializing novel synthetic base fluids and formulations. As a British national, Martin has held positions in the U.K., Netherlands, USA, and Switzerland. He will be based in Baar, Switzerland. “I’m… Read more »

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  • Louise Tricoire named Vice President of TotalEnergies marine fuels

    Louise Tricoire has been named Vice President of TotalEnergies Marine Fuels replacing outgoing VP Jérôme Leprince-Ringuet who leaves to take up a new role within the TotalEnergies organisation in Paris.

    She arrives following a highly successful 20 year career with TotalEnergies, in which she has built a strong track record across a number of key positions including VP roles in Commercial Development and Strategy & Ventures, in the fields of liquefied natural gas, fuel marketing and other downstream marketing activities.

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  • Rebecca Liebert named President and CEO of Lubrizol

    The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, has announced that Rebecca Liebert has been named the company’s President and CEO, effective October 3, 2022. She succeeds Mary Rhinehart who has served as interim President and CEO since March of this year. Rhinehart will continue as the company’s Board Chair.

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