Shell Lubricants has successfully acquired 100 per cent equity in Raj Petro Specialities from the Brenntag Group. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Shell’s efforts to expand its portfolio and strengthen its position in India’s dynamic lubricants sector.
The deal enables Shell to tap into Raj Petro’s longstanding expertise and diversified offerings across the power transmission, personal care, and pharmaceutical sectors. With manufacturing units in Chennai and Silvassa, the Mumbai-based company brings with it a legacy of over 80 years and a robust product range that includes transformer oils, white oils, petroleum jellies, waxes, and specialty lubricants.
Highlighting the strategic value of the acquisition, Jason Wong, Executive Vice President – Global Lubricants, Shell said, “The addition of Raj Petro Specialities will help maximise value for Shell through a complementary product portfolio and increased scale of business, positioning Shell Lubricants for further growth in line with our unwavering focus on performance, discipline, and simplification.”
For Shell, India continues to be a key growth market, and the integration of Raj Petro is set to drive new synergies and enhance economies of scale across its lubricants value chain. This move not only broadens Shell’s product capabilities but also deepens its customer engagement in sectors that demand high-performance, specialised solutions.