Welcome to the Oil Store blog, where we share the latest news, insights, and technical information from across the lubrication industry. Here you’ll find a range of articles covering lubricant technologies, product developments, industry updates, and practical guidance to help you better understand how lubricants support modern equipment and operations. From exploring new product ranges and manufacturer updates to explaining key technical concepts, our aim is to provide clear, useful information that helps you make informed decisions.
French President calls for further release of oil reserves
25/09/2026 by Joel Thompson
Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has said he will call a meeting of the G7 countries to discuss another emergency release of oil reserves.
TotalEnergies announces new joint AI programme
24/09/2026 by Jay Hatton
Integrated energy company TotalEnergies has announced a new partnership with Mistral to develop new AI (artificial intelligence) models for the exploration and development of hydrocarbon reservoirs.
Petronas announces new wave of educational sponsorship
23/09/2026 by Daniel Tait
The Petronas Powering Knowledge Education Sponsorship (PPKES) programme has welcomed over 600 high-achieving Malaysian school leavers.
IEA raises US oil production forecasts for 2027
22/09/2026 by Cameron Clarke
In its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, the US Energy Information Administration (IEA) has further raised its predicted US oil output for next year.
TotalEnergies announces Angola discovery
21/09/2026 by Joel Thompson
Integrated energy giant TotalEnergies has announced a new oil discovery in Angola’s Block 17.
Sail-assisted LNG carrier for Chevron named
18/09/2026 by Jay Hatton
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) of Japan has announced the naming of the first ever liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier to be equipped with rigid sails.
Shell to adjust US power portfolio
17/09/2026 by Daniel Tait
Through its subsidiary, UK-based Shell has agreed to sell its interest in one gas-fired power plant and acquire another generation business.
TotalEnergies gets closer to realising Papua LNG
16/09/2026 by Cameron Clarke
France-based TotalEnergies has made substantial steps towards making a final investment decision (FID) for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Papua New Guinea.
Shell to join BP in exploration opportunities
15/09/2026 by Joel Thompson
UK-based oil majors BP and Shell have agreed to partner on opportunities for deepwater exploration in the US Gulf of Mexico and offshore of Brazil.
TotalEnergies to take over as operator for Namibia licence
14/09/2026 by Jay Hatton
Integrated energy company TotalEnergies has announced the completion of a deal with Galp that will see it take over as operator for Namibia’s PEL83 licence with a 40% interest.
Shell to finalise ARC Resources acquisition
11/09/2026 by Daniel Tait
UK-based Shell has announced the completion of its deal to acquire Canadian energy company ARC Resources Ltd (ARC).
Chevron to build on Venezuela position
10/09/2026 by Cameron Clarke
US-based oil major Chevron has announced that it is extending its operations in Venezuela after securing new terms for its joint ventures.