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viscosity classifications
The first and most important task of lubricating oil is to keep moving metal parts separated from each other, thus avoiding metal-to-metal contact, which leads to destructive wear. Even finely machined metal surfaces have a certain roughness.
life of a lubricant: logistics & aftercare
Ensuring that the correct lubricants are readily available for owners as their vessels traverse the globe and dock in various ports presents a logistical challenge.
chevron sailing a collaborative route to support maritime’s lower carbon future
A key enabler of the maritime sector’s transition to a lower carbon future will most certainly be the adoption of alternative fuels. Already a mix of lower carbon fuels is emerging, and this trend will accelerate rapidly over the coming few years.
life of a lubricant: from concept to completion – the commercialization of new lubricants
Introducing a new lubricant into a competitive global market requires major marketing and training investment, as Chevron’s Baskaran Balakrishnan explains.
life of a lubricant: the complex world of lubricant testing
Set against a backdrop of emerging new fuels for marine propulsion and ever-increasing, stringent emissions regulations, formulating and testing new lubricants for the marine industry is a long and detailed process for Chevron Marine Products.
chevron's robert wolf on the growing popularity of biofuel
The Maritime Executive recently caught up with Robert Wolf, Senior Manager Strategic Initiatives at Chevron-owned Renewable Energy Group, a leading producer and distributor of biofuel bunkers. To discuss the growing popularity of biofuels, its production process’ and its future in the maritime industry.
life of a lubricant: developing new lubricants for the future
Chevron Marine Products new series ‘Life of a lubricant’ begins with ‘Developing new lubricants for the future’, where Chevron Marine Products’ Baskaran Balakrishnan, Manager, Global Marine Lube Support Products and Technology, outlines the process involved in the formulation of new lubricants for the marine sector.
a collaborative route to a decarbonised marine industry
Covering the latest industry alliance involving Chevron Marine Products and the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) this article underlines the significant advances in the use of biofuels in the marine industry.
taro ultra advanced 40 supports global emissions goals
Chevron’s new Category II lube oil, Taro Ultra Advanced 40, can contribute to meeting European and global carbon emissions reduction goals, believes Pat McCloud, Chevron’s General Manager for Global Marine Lubricants.
