LANXESS and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a leading Indian oil and gas company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance the availability of aviation and industrial lubricants in India and SAARC countries. The partnership aims to deliver technologically advanced, high-performance lubricant solutions, supporting improved standards and availability in India’s growing aviation and industrial markets.

Under the partnership, LANXESS and HPCL will explore short-, medium- and long-term marketing and business development opportunities for lubricants. The collaboration will enable broader local access to premium LANXESS-branded aviation and industrial lubricants, including in critical segments.

“This MoU marks a new chapter in our growth story. Together with HPCL, we will set new benchmarks for quality and performance while accelerating growth in India’s dynamic aviation and industrial markets,” said Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice President and Global Head of the Business Unit Lubricant Additives, LANXESS.

“We are excited to partner with LANXESS to provide Indian customers with cutting-edge lubricants that enhance efficiency and performance. With LANXESS’ expertise and our strong market presence, this collaboration will drive growth across aviation and industrial sectors,” said Srinivas Ch, Executive Director – Lubes, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited.

LANXESS’ Lubricant Additives business offers a premium range of synthetic basestocks, additives and finished fluids for aviation, automotive and industrial applications under the brand names Royco®, Anderol®, Reolube®, Additin®, Naugalube®, Synton®, Hatcol®, Hybase® and Lobase®.