Tribotsav 2025: Tribotsav: Spirit of Togetherness

September 12 2025

At Mosil, we believe our people are the true strength of our success story. To honor their contributions and achievements, we celebrate Tribotsav, our annual flagship event that brings the entire Mosil family together.

This year, Tribotsav was celebrated on 11th January 2025, with great enthusiasm and joy. The event was a special occasion to recognize and applaud the outstanding performers who have gone above and beyond in their roles, embodying our values and driving our growth.

The evening was filled with energy, laughter, and togetherness – from recognition awards to engaging activities that made the celebration truly memorable. Tribotsav continues to be one of the most cherished traditions at Mosil, reminding us that success is best celebrated as a team.

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The ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran, now in its third week as of March 2026, has triggered sharp spikes in global crude oil prices, directly threatening India's lubrication industry. This sector, valued at around USD 4.92 billion in 2025 and projected to grow at 4.85% CAGR, relies heavily on imported base oils derived from petroleum. Overview of India’s Lubricant Industry India's lubricants market serves automotive (engine oils, transmission fluids) and industrial segments (hydraulics, greases), driven by vehicle ownership growth and BS-VI norms favoring synthetic formulations. Base oils, comprising 70–90% of lubricant content, are hydrocarbon-derived from crude refining; India imports most Group I and II grades amid limited domestic capacity. Impact Area Effect from War Example Sectors Affected Raw Materials Base oil prices up 20–40% Paints, chemicals, lubricants Pricing Lubricant hikes imminent Engine oils, industrial greases Supply Chain Hormuz blockade risks Petrochemicals, ceramics Effect on Specialty Lubricants Industry Specialty lubricants companies in India—producers of high-performance synthetics, greases, and formulations for niche uses like aerospace, food-grade, or high-temp applications—face mixed impacts from the US-Iran war. While raw material costs rise, their premium pricing and lower crude dependency offer relative resilience compared to commodity lubes Cost Pressures Base oils and additives (e.g., PAOs, esters, moly/graphite) comprise 60-80% of costs, surging 15-25% with crude at $120+ and Hormuz disruptions. Smaller firms like Jetex Industries or Balmer Lawrie struggle more than giants (e.g., Shell, FUCHS), as 50% of inputs tie to crude derivatives; margins may dip 5-10% if not passed on Supply Disruptions Gulf-sourced specialty feedstocks face delays, with LPG shortages hitting blending plants in ceramics/glass sectors that use these lubes. Imports from Qatar/UAE (40% of LNG/gas for petrochem) compound additive scarcity, forcing 20-30% production cuts in affected units. Demand Opportunities Niche resilience shines: industries like steel, mining, and power prioritize high-stability specialties for longer drains amid volatility, boosting volumes 5-8% via premiumization. EV/hybrid growth favors electric vehicle fluids (EVGFs), a specialty segment growing 15% CAGR. Strategic Responses Firms hedge via Russian imports and re-refining; Balmer Lawrie leverages govt ties for steel lubes. Long-term, bio-based specialties reduce oil reliance, positioning leaders like Gulf Oil ahead. Overall, smaller players risk 10-15% revenue dips short-term, while scaled ones gain market share. C O N C L U S I O N The US-Iran war squeezes India's lubricants sector with 20-40% base oil cost spikes and supply risks, hitting commodity lubes hardest while specialties like Gulf Oil's gain via premiumization and synthetics. Strategic hedging, EV fluids, and bio-shifts promise resilience and market share growth in this $5B industry. Reference https://www.anandrathipms.com/blog/us-iran-conflict-2026-india-economy-impact.php https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/india-industrial-lubricants-market/companies https://www.palco.co.in/lubricant-prices-in-india/

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Choosing the right industrial lubricants requires giving into detail not only individual needs but also knowing how products in the market will meet those needs. This can be quite challenging to those who are not prepared about what comes ahead. There are many ways through which individuals can make sure they are making the right decision about choosing a certain product Some of the factors that are worth considering when it comes to picking the right industrial lubricants are as follows: 1. Increasing Demand Growing demand for machinery is placed on the machinery because businesses want higher output and lower operating cost. This not just means machinery is pushed further but also they are required to maintain the productivity without leading the business to downtime. This increasing demand have led companies to require high quality lubricants that will enable the machinery to function at high speeds also making sure they are in good condition 2. Special Applications When picking a lubricant, one of the main factors to take into consideration is their specialized applications and the characteristics that the ideal lubricant will have. While most of the lubricants generally have characteristics such as corrosion protection, reducing wear and tear etc, there are certain products that are specifically made for special machinery such as aircraft. It is important to be aware of the needs to ensure that you pick the right type of lubricant for the right machinery. 3. Synthetic or General purpose The next step is to decide whether you need a synthetic or general purpose lubricant. Synthetic lubricants work under extreme temperatures and are more durable. Also there are certain types of machinery that cannot function without them. Also these products are more expensive and this should be noted down while picking it. What are they manufactured from? Most of the industrial lubricants are manufactured from 95 per cent oil and 5 per cent additives. While base oils are actually mineral oils, there may be certain types of synthetics added if required for a special application to function. In order to choose the right industrial lubricant for a machine, individuals should invest some time to actually know the contents of the products and make the selection when the time comes.

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