Shell Lubricants, the global market share leader in finished lubricants in collaboration with Putzmeister, the world's leading manufacturer of high capacity concrete machines from Germany, has jointly launched specially formulated lubricant - Shell Putzmeister Premium HO 68 - a premium quality hydraulic fluid developed for hydraulic requirements of Putzmeister concrete machineries. The product unveiling was done recently at an event held in Delhi in presence of both company representatives.

The specially developed hydraulic oil by Shell Lubricants will ensure that Putzmeister concrete machines are taken care of in the best way possible and helps achieve increased efficiency.

Speaking on the occasion Mr Nitin Prasad, MD, Shell Lubricants India said, "As part of Shell Lubricants commitment to developing superior lubrication solutions, we work closely with our OEM partners to broaden our understanding of future operational, equipment challenges and to provide technology solutions in developing advanced oils which help our customers get a competitive edge. This association with Putzmeister is yet another milestone for us in this direction. We aim to continue nurturing this partnership & work closely to increase the technical intimacy."

Mr Wilfried Theissen, Managing Director, Putzmeister Concrete Machines Pvt Ltd said, "Putzmeister is happy to get associated with Shell, which is known for supplying high quality Oil. We are sure that this tie up with Shell will lead to higher customer satisfaction, which is a common goal for both Putzmeister and Shell."

According to recent research, Indian construction equipment industry has been witnessing a consistent double-digit growth over the past few years. Rising investments in constructing roads, ports and power plants, and developing telecommunication sector and urban infrastructure have paved the way for the construction equipment demand to grow phenomenally.

Shell Lubricants partnership with Putzmeister in India started recently in January 2013. Both companies have a common vision of bringing latest world class technology to India and contributing in India's growth story.

Shell Lubricants collaborate with leading companies and, manufacturers that have some of the most exciting technology challenges, gaining expertise in lubricant technology and then applying it in a way that benefits customers.