PETRONAS and Lubrizol Forge Global Strategic Alliance to Redefine Fluid Technology

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November 2025 : A significant strategic partnership has been officially announced between PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) and The Lubrizol Corporation’s Fluid Engineering business. This alliance marks a major step forward, poised to accelerate advancements in the global lubricants industry and enhance operational reliability and performance worldwide.

The collaboration was formally solidified by Uday Kumar, Industrial Managing Director of PETRONAS Lubricants International, and O’Neil Pinto, Vice President of Lubrizol’s Fluid Engineering business. This partnership combines the formidable strengths of two industry giants to focus on innovation in high-demand sectors.

The strategic alliance is centered on driving significant innovation in fluid technologies critical for refrigeration, industrial, and heat-transfer applications. This focus underscores a joint dedication to technological leadership and a clear vision for sustainable growth.

Both organizations have established track records of expertise in industrial and specialty fluids. PLI, a global lubricants player, and Lubrizol’s Fluid Engineering business, known for its focus on complex compression and heat transfer solutions, are pooling their R&D and market capabilities.

By working together, PLI and Lubrizol aim to tackle challenging fluid demands across industrial sectors, providing solutions that not only increase machine reliability but also contribute to environmental goals. This strategic alignment is expected to set new benchmarks for fluid performance, operational efficiency, and sustainability within the global industrial lubricants landscape.

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