India
China to deploy first deep-see rig.
China is set to deploy its first deep see oil rig in the South China Sea oil fields.
Busy time for Chevron in Sri Lanka
Record earnings, a new plant site and political manouverings have kept Chevron Lanka busy at the start of the year.
Jaguar Land Rover invests heavily in Chery JV
Iconic British brands to invest on hopes of government approval of joint deal.
BRICs & US oil consumption to top nearly $2,000bn and US synthetics to grow
Two new reports show significant growth in global oil consumption and specific US demand for synthetic lubes and functional fluids.
Korea builds new refinery as India negotiates with Iran
Korea is joining with Shell to build a new base oil plant as India sends a delegation to Iran to negotiate oil payments.
Honeywell tech to help boost Pakistan output
Honeywell UOP technology will be used in a new refining plant in Karangi
Mumbai crowds wowed by drag racer
Gulf Oil took one of the world's fastest motorcycles for a blast in Mumbai
India warns on bunker fuel quality
Indian experts are urging ship owners to pay more attention to bunkered fuel quality to avoid engine damage and costs.
Kia to build its third plant in China as Foton heads for India
South Korean carmaker to establish new factory in Jiangsu as truck manufacturer heads for India
Pertamina targets Bangladesh
Bangladesh has become the latest export target for Pertamina
Lubrizol upgrades Indian lab
Lubrizol is set to refurbish its Mumbai laboratory
Debt repayment is order of the day
Indian buyers freed up to repay Iran debts as Ghana looks to payment in kind to offset China loan.
Mixed results for Castrol India
A Q2 slip in profits, but half year shows marginal improvement for Castrol's India operations.
UK set to invest in India after BP block purchase approved
The British Government has pledged to make significant investments in Indian commerce, helped by recent BP purchase approval.
Castrol closes India plant
Castrol closes its production plant in Chennai.
Suzuki opens workshop at top of the world
India's Maruti Suzuki has opened the world's highest altitude workshop.
Ferrari reaches India and space!
Ferrari have a presence in India and the International Space Station.
Biofuels could supply 27% of transport market
The biofuels market could supply almost one third of the transport industry's needs by 2050 according to IEA forecasts.
Indian lubes growth "not huge" predicts Castrol
Growth in the Indian lubes market will be driven by the automotive sector but won't be "huge" according to Castrol India's COO.
Maserati - Mumbia and Montante
Maserati is to open dealerships in India and launches a hand-built 'bike.
Essar bids for Shell refineries
Indian group Essar is bidding for Shell refineries including Stanlow.
China & India to drive Asian base oil markets
A new report keeps China and India in the driving seat for base oils, but the supply landscape may change.
Fuchs expands Indian operations
Fuchs is set to increase its share of the Indian lubes market with a news Mumbai development centre.
Mobil go public in Bangladesh
Mobil Jamuna is set for the a massive public share offering on the Bangladesh stock market.
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Balmer Lawrie plans auto lubes expansion
Kolkata-based Balmer Lawrie is investing in its auto lubricants business as it plans expansion
Tide Water looks to acquire, but holds on to shares
India's Tide Water Oil is looking to expand its lubes business through acquisition, while the state will retain its shareholding.
India could lead the way in friction technology
India's state-run BPCL are set to reveal friction technology which could have a major impact on the lubes industry.
Hinduja to float Petromin shares
Hinduja Group is planning a public sale of 30% of Saudi-based Petromin.
Mahindra takes electric car stake
Indian car maker has taken a stake in electric vehicle firm REVA
Indian lube quality driven by OEMs
Indian automotive lube market is set to see a dramatic rise in quality, driven by OEM recommendations according to Kline.
Ashland builds Valvoline plant
Ashland to build Valvoline packing and blending plant near Mumbai
