SINGAPORE
–
Media
OutReach
Newswire
–
17
July
2025
–
With
the
global
lubricants
industry
still
adjusting
to
the
lasting
impact
of
U.S.
trade
policy
enacted
during
the
first
presidential
term
of
U.S.
President
Donald
Trump,
supply
chains
are
undergoing
dramatic
shifts—and
Asia
is
solidifying
its
role
as
the
sector’s
global
hub.
While
the
U.S.
tariffs
primarily
targeted
a
broad
range
of
Chinese
industrial
chemicals
under
Section
301,
some
specialty
additives
used
in
lubricant
formulations
were
affected.
In
response,
U.S.
manufacturers
have
faced
increased
costs,
sourcing
uncertainties,
and
production
delays,
prompting
a
re-evaluation
of
procurement
strategies.
These
disruptions
have
had
ripple
effects
across
the
automotive,
industrial,
and
specialty
lubricant
markets
worldwide.
Strategic
Realignment:
From
the
West
to
the
East
As
regulatory
complexity
and
economic
uncertainty
mount
in
the
U.S.
and
European
markets,
many
lubricant
producers,
OEMs,
and
blenders
are
redirecting
investment
and
operational
focus
toward
Asia.
The
region
already
accounts
for
the
world’s
largest
share
of
lubricant
demand
and
continues
to
post
some
of
the
fastest
growth,
driven
by
expanding
industrialization
and
vehicle
ownership.
Asia’s
strong
manufacturing
base,
growing
consumer
markets,
and
expanding
infrastructure
for
lubricant
production
make
it
an
attractive
destination
for
global
expansion.
Companies
are
deepening
their
presence
in
countries
such
as
China,
India,
Malaysia,
and
Singapore—tapping
into
local
production
advantages,
aligning
with
regional
OEMs,
and
building
supply
chain
resilience.
The
Asian
Lubricant
Exhibition
2025:
Spotlighting
the
Industry’s
Transformation
The
challenges—and
potential
advantages—of
this
strategic
global
shift
will
take
center
stage
at
the
Asian
Lubricant
Exhibition
2025,
held
September
9–11
at
the
Suntec
Singapore
Convention
&
Exhibition
Centre,
Hall
403,
Level
4.
As
Asia’s
only
dedicated
trade
show
focused
on
the
lubricants
value
chain,
the
event
provides
a
timely
platform
for
addressing
trade
disruptions,
supply
chain
realignment,
and
emerging
opportunities
across
the
region.
The
exhibition
and
exhibitor
presentations
are
open
to
the
public,
free
of
charge.
Pre-registration
is
highly
encouraged
to
be
eligible
for
door
prizes
and
exclusive
onsite
offers.
Co-hosted
by
the
Asian
Lubricants
Industry
Association
(ALIA)
and
F&L
Asia
Ltd.,
the
three-day
event
brings
together
global
players
navigating
today’s
volatile
landscape—from
base
oil
producers
and
additive
specialists
to
blending,
packaging,
quality
and
compliance
services,
logistics,
and
end-user
service
providers.
With
over
60%
of
booths
already
sold,
and
exhibitors
including
ExxonMobil,
Chevron
Oronite,
CPC
Corporation,
Kangtai
Lubricant
Additives,
Kemipex,
Patech,
Huntsman,
Master
Fluid,
Axel
Christiernsson,
Metal-Chemie,
ML
Lubrication,
Songwon,
Vanderbilt,
BRB,
Hyrax
Oil,
and
Universal
Analytical,
the
exhibition
offers
a
unique
opportunity
to
showcase
solutions
that
address
the
current
challenges
of
global
trade
volatility—especially
those
tied
to
tariffs
and
regulatory
pressures.
Training
and
networking
events
such
as
the
Base
Oil
101
Training
Course
and
the
ALIA
Anniversary
Dinner
Executive
Briefings
on
market
forecasts
and
trade
realignment
The
ALIA
Sustainability
Session
on
future-ready
lubricant
strategies
Join
the
Conversation
on
Supply
Chain
Transformation
Whether
you’re
a
supplier,
OEM,
blender,
technology
provider,
or
logistics
expert,
this
is
the
moment
to
engage
with
Asia’s
lubricant
leaders
and
align
your
strategy
with
where
the
market
is
headed.
For
booth
bookings,
program
details,
and
registration,
visit:
Let’s
shape
the
future
of
lubricants—together
in
Singapore.
Hashtag:
#AsianLubricantExhibition2025
#ALE2025
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