By: Staff Writer
February 06, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s lubricant industry has received a significant boost with the formal entry of HP Lubricants, a subsidiary of India’s Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL).
Partnering with Sea World Lanka Ltd., this expansion not only enhances the country’s lubricant market but also fosters closer trade ties between Sri Lanka and India. The launch event, held in Colombo, marked a milestone for the industry, attended by prominent officials and industry leaders.
The grand launch was graced by Indian Deputy High Commissioner in Sri Lanka, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, who served as the Chief Guest.
Also present were HPCL Director of Marketing Amit Garg, along with senior executives such as Lube Business Unit Executive Director Ch Srinivas and General Manager of International Sales Shankar Jagannathan. Representing Carplan Lubricants, the exclusive distributor for HP Lubricants in Sri Lanka, were Chairman Mahen Thambiah, Managing Director Andrew Perera, and their team.
Carplan Lubricants, under the Sea World Lanka franchise, is set to introduce an extensive range of high-quality lubricant products to the Sri Lankan market. The lineup includes automotive oils, industrial oils, marine oils, specialty products, and greases.
These offerings will cater to both individual consumers and the country’s automobile assembly sector, meeting the stringent requirements of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
The automotive segment will feature a diverse selection of SLS-certified multi-grade oils, suitable for diesel, petrol, and hybrid engines, as well as motorcycles and three-wheelers. Additionally, the portfolio will include manual and automatic gear oils, brake fluids, railroad oils, electric vehicle-compatible oils, tractor oils, and greases.
A key highlight of HP Lubricants’ entry into the market is its extensive list of OEM approvals from prestigious global automobile brands, including Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Porsche, Volvo, Volkswagen, Renault, Mack, Caterpillar, and Ashok Leyland. The company also supplies lubricants to major industry players such as JCB, Bajaj, Royal Enfield, MRF, and BOSCH.
For the industrial sector, HP Lubricants will provide a wide array of products, including rubber processing oils, hydraulic oils, industrial gear oils, compressor oils, transformer oils, turbine oils, and synthetic and food-grade oils. The marine segment will also benefit from a range of high-performance oils designed for maritime applications.
Emphasizing quality and environmental responsibility, HP Lubricants manufactures products that offer superior engine protection, fuel efficiency, and high performance under extreme conditions.
To ensure widespread availability, SeaWorld Lanka has already secured distributors in key regions, including the Western, North Western, Central, and Southern Provinces, with plans to expand further.
With this strategic partnership, HP Lubricants is poised to redefine Sri Lanka’s lubricant landscape while strengthening economic collaboration between India and Sri Lanka.
