What is the dropping point in grease?
03/08/2026 by Daniel Tait
The term dropping point is commonly found in the data sheets provided by leading lubricant makers producing grease like Fuchs and Shell.
BP agrees to sell Austrian businesses
03/08/2026 by Cameron Clarke
UK-based BP has come to an agreement with volenergy AG to sell its Austrian mobility, electric vehicle (EV) charging and convenience businesses.
What type of lubricant should I use for bearings?
02/08/2026 by Joel Thompson
Ball bearings are critical components in a myriad of mechanical systems and machinery, from large industrial plant machines to small appliances.
How often should hydraulic oil be changed?
01/08/2026 by Cameron Clarke
A critical factor in lubrication is understanding how frequently it requires replenishment.
When should you use dry lubricants instead of grease?
31/07/2026 by Daniel Tait
Mechanical equipment with moving parts critically requires adequate lubrication to operate efficiently.
TotalEnergies gives go ahead for UAE gas cap investment
31/07/2026 by Jay Hatton
France-based Total Energies has announced a final investment decision (FID) for its 20% interest in developing the Umm Shaif gas cap.
What's the difference between calcium and lithium grease?
30/07/2026 by Joel Thompson
Choosing the right type of grease for an application is critical to optimising mechanical performance and preventing damage to components.
Lubrizol signs memorandum of understanding with SIRIO
30/07/2026 by Joel Thompson
Speciality chemicals firm Lubrizol has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SIRIO to jointly advance microencapsulated nutritional solutions.
Libya confirms viability of oil discovery
29/07/2026 by Daniel Tait
OMV, an Austrian energy firm, and Libya’s state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC) have declared the commercial viability of the Essar oil discovery.
Oil production in Nigeria at six-month high
28/07/2026 by Cameron Clarke
Nigerian oil production recently reached its highest level in six years with no major outages, thanks to the continued stabilisation of operations.
ConocoPhillips to acquire interest in BP’s Kirkuk redevelopment
27/07/2026 by Jay Hatton
UK-based oil major BP has announced that it has agreed a deal for ConocoPhillips to buy a substantial stake in the BP Energy Company of Kirkuk Limited (BP ECKL).
Chevron releases new Energy Tailgate episode
24/07/2026 by Joel Thompson
A third episode of the Energy Tailgate podcast is now available, with the focus being on how innovations are helping to meet global energy needs.