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Editor’s Comment ....................................................................................... 3 Presidents’ Reports ...................................................................................... 4 Industry News & Moves ............................................................................... 6 UEIL News ................................................................................................. 54 GEIR ......................................................................................................... 57 VLS ........................................................................................................... 59 Local Market Report, UK ........................................................................... 67 ICIS Base Oil Report .................................................................................. 69 Forthcoming Events .................................................................................. 70
Cover image courtesy of BMA House, London
Why do we need to focus on friction reduction when wind power and photovoltaics are solely available? Dr Mathias Woydt, Matrilub
The future of lubricants: how technologies and product innovations are redefining the industry Anwesha Banerjee, Principal Consultant, Frost & Sullivan Europe
The missing link: how chemical distributors can drive sustainable supply chains Dr. Joana Diekmann, Technical Development Manager at KRAHN Chemie
Setting new benchmarks for performance with zinc free hydraulic fluids Jared Cornett, Product Manager, Lubrizol
Effect of waste oil on lubricant industry sustainability Srđan Sokolović, MBA, PhD, Business Development Expert, Owner, Sowa Solutions
Making wind turbine lubrication a breeze Charlotte Edwards, Industrial Senior Marketing Specialist, and Paul Norris, Industrial Advisor, Afton Chemical
Hydraulic fluids for construction machinery Rüdiger Krethe, Oildoc, Stephan Baumgärtel, VSI
Lube-Tech: Evaluation of engine oils: ‘suitable for use’ versus OEM-approved standards – Analysing quality, validation processes, and reliability Damien Browne, Product Manager, and David Growney, Senior Scientist, Lubrizol
Oxidation revealed: A deep dive into TOST testing Vincent Bouillon, Eurofins BfB Oil Research S.A.
A new way to decode the solvency of base oils Thomas Feischl, Director of Business Development, eralytics GmbH and Daniel Abbenor, Specialist Product Quality, Nynas AB, Nynäshamn
Roadmap for the European Lubricants Industry – Lube Conference 2025
More than just another industry event – this is where the future of the European lubricants sector is being shaped.
Editor’s Desk Dear Readers,
As we approach the mid-point of 2025, the June issue of Lube Magazine turns its attention to the vital role of lubricants in industrial performance — and the growing power of analytics to drive smarter, more efficient operations.
Across sectors like manufacturing, energy, and transport, lubrication is no longer just a maintenance concern — it’s a strategic lever. In this issue, we explore how condition monitoring, oil analysis, and predictive diagnostics are helping companies reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and maximise return on investment. It’s a shift that’s transforming how industry thinks about fluid management — from reactive to proactive, from routine to insight-led.
We’re also seeing innovative formulations designed to meet the dual challenge of extreme performance demands and tightening sustainability expectations. Through technical features, case studies and expert interviews, this issue highlights the cutting edge of industrial lubrication technology.
At the crossroads of chemistry and connectivity, this issue underscores the importance of collaboration between formulators, end-users, and data specialists. As always, our goal is to keep you informed, inspired, and equipped for the challenges ahead.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to welcome industry professionals to the upcoming Lube Media Conference, taking place on 11th June at BMA House, London. This one-day event will bring together leaders from across the lubricants and additives sector to discuss innovation, regulation, sustainability, and future trends shaping our industry. Full programme is on page 49.
Thank you, as always, for reading and engaging with Lube Magazine.
With best wishes, Tina Reading,
editor@ukla.org.uk
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