A tit-for-tat tariff battle sees China responding to US legislation with proposed tax increases that would directly target US-made lubricants and base oils.
Tags: China, Lubes marketing, Lubricants, US
BP has entered a joint venture to boost its retail presences across three Chinese provinces as Shell looks to automation technology to help its retail across the region.
Tags: BP, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Shell
The latest news on EVs.
Tags: Asia, China, electric vehicles, N America, OEM Equipment, Toyota
Chinese online retail giant Alibaba has created a giant cat-shaped vending machine to help consumers book and take out vehicles for test drives. Ford is heavily involved in the project.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Ford, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
The UK has followed France in setting 2040 as the date to go all electric and China is considering the same, but the oil industry remains unconcerned.
Tags: China, electric vehicles, Europe, Lubes marketing, oil prices
Lubes specs, marketing and consumer education - along with the rise and rise of EVs - are the topics of discussion in the edition of the OATS Bulletin
Tags: API, automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, Lubricants, View from the Bridge
OEMS are investing heavily in EVs with Volvo planning to go all-electric, Toyota splitting from Tesla to speed development and SAIC-GM investing billions.
Tags: China, electric vehicles, General Motors, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Tesla, Toyota, Volvo
Japanese manufacturer accepts China pressure on EV development as VW announces new all-electric model.
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
E-commerce giant Alibaba is helping Chinese police keep tabs on wholesalers suspected of importing fake motor lubricants from Malaysia and selling them online.
Tags: Asia, Castrol, China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobil1, Shell
Chinese oil giant Sinopec claims its products will meet the latest emissions standards and announces a major refinery expansion programme
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CO2 emissions, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Increased travel for sightseeing in China and India could be significant factors in boosting global lubes sales according to new research.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, India, Lubes marketing, N America
Geely Auto Group is launcihng a new global car brand which challenges the way cars have been sold traditionally.
Tags: China, Europe, Internet marketing, Volvo
The Chinese government will not approve any applications by newcomers to the auto industry that want to produce petrol-powered vehicles in China.
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
A number of Chinese internet service providers are setting up EV production plants.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China Internet Marketing, electric vehicles, Internet marketing
Tech, oil major and Chinese independent lubes producer link up for a joint marketing and tech alliance.
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech
The German carmaker sees sales growing in the crucial Chinese market as group Q1 results are positive, although VW brand takes a hit.
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
BASF, Afton and Fuchs are investing in growth across the region
Tags: Afton Chemical, BASF, China, China Lubes Marketing, Fuchs, Lubes marketing
CNOOC and Lopal use digital marketing to help promote new engine oils
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
NEV sales grow as automakers continue to expand their hybrid ranges
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, hybrids, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
The US tech giant has made a $1bn investment in Didi Chuxing
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Premier lubes brand Castrol markets Hysol SL 35 XBB fluid in China
Tags: additives, Castrol, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
The Chinese social media giant and US ratings firm work together to enhance digital measurements
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
China's burgeoning city and digital highways are being stretched. Can the nation cope as more cars and app users put pressure on the infrastructure? Are lubes marketers behind the digital curve?
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Buoyant on growth prospects, the US major will more than double capacity at its Taicang plant
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech, Lubricants
Malaysian producer increases its holding in Yuchai lubricants JV
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Petronas
Discrepancies in subsidies payments may be behind surging demand for electric cars
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
Increased functionalities are cluttering the ubiquitous app, turning off end users
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Despite slowing growth executives remain bullish on China's digital ad economy in 2016.
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
More than 50 manufacturing companies lose their licenses in China as government cracks down
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Lubricants, OEM Equipment
In both cities and rural areas 358 million Chinese people made a payment from a mobile device last year
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Tencent and Alibaba are teaming up with Sinopec and CNPC, respectively
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, CNPC, Internet marketing, Mobile technology, Sinopec
Increasingly stringent emissions regulations in emerging markets will be a boon for producers
Tags: additives, Asia, Brazil, China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, India, Lubes tech
Geely and Aston Martin are both exploring the Internet of Things with new partnerships
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, Mobile technology, OEM Equipment
British additives leader expands operations in a key market
Tags: additives, China, China Lubes Marketing, Europe, Infineum, Lubes marketing
Lubes demand peaked in 2012 and the industry adapting to less favourable conditions
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Capitalising on low prices, China is buying near record amounts of Saudi oil
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Lubes marketers stockpiling National IV grade lubes should be prepared
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
Group I base oils lose share to Group II as production capabilities improve
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
New car sales will hit 23m units this year as total vehicle fleet swells
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
After years of slowing sales Japanese automakers are gaining ground in China
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, Japan, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
With sanctions lifted, German truck makers are looking to take back market share from China
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Daimler, Europe, Middle East, OEM Equipment
The global additives market grew by 1% last year, according to consultancy group Kline
Tags: additives, Africa, Asia, China, Kline, Lubes marketing, Middle East
Tech giant releases mobile payments systems to early glitches and mixed public response
Tags: Apple, China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Despite being the nation's capital, southern provinces lead in e-commerce
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Government will ease restrictions to allow dealers to clear inventory
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
A raft of jobs posted on LinkedIn suggest the tech firm is contemplating a return to the Mainland
Tags: Asia, China, China Internet Marketing, Google, Internet marketing
A group of Chinese industries form a confederation to monitor and maximise the use of Big Data
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Microsoft, Mobile technology
The Anglo-Dutch major is betting big on population and vehicle growth in the region
Tags: APAC, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Shell
Fuelled by rising demand from the APAC region, global marine lubes will reach 2.9kt in 2022
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, marine
Chinese vehicle deliveries rose to 21.1m cars last year as a late surge lifted sales
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, GM, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Tougher emissions standards are having an effect on China's OEMs
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Smaller lubes producers will no longer have to go through the Big Three as output surges
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Overall gobal economic momentum remains positive. While 2015 was bad news for the oil majors and machinery manufacturers, consumers are making the most of low oil prices.
Tags: Asia, China, Lubricants, oil prices, View from the Bridge
As 2016 dawns, OATS prepares for a busy year with an enhanced database and the lubricants industry holds its breath over oil prices, China growth and an Australian legal decision.
Tags: Africa, Australia, China, Lubricants, OATS, View from the Bridge
The two energy majors are deepening their cooperation in China
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNOOC, Lubes tech, Shell
Companies providing online-to-offline services should be treated with caution in China
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Chinese telecoms giant is betting big on 4G adoption across the region
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
NEV adoption rises on massive government stimulus promise
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia
China's capital will ramp up emissions standards in 2017
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Despite being sued by a local environmental group, VW remains committed to the growing market
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
The Indonesian lubes major is continuing its expansion across the Asia Pacific region
Tags: APAC, Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
The popular messenger app is making rapid gains in the competitive payments space
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Alibaba smashed its own records with 91.2bn yuan of goods transacted
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
The tech giant is banking on tougher emissions regulations to boost demand for advanced filters
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Manufacturers expect robust demand as government incentives spur demand
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
A Chinese billionaire is betting big on electric vehicles by building a plant in the US
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
The Anglo-Dutch major frees up capital and resources from sales completions.
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Shell
A new report shows the growth will increase at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2014 to 2022
Tags: additives, Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Europe, Lubes marketing, N America
The French major and Chinese petrochemicals giant are collaborating to promote products
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Total
As global growth swithes from China to the US, the lubes industry looks to increased viscocity and biolubes for a sustainable future.
Tags: China, Europe, Lubricants, N America, UEIL, View from the Bridge
The Chinese major may part with $3bn to purchase a controlling stake in the plant from Dragon Aromatics
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Volvo, London Taxi and Aston Martin are all developing electric cars for the Chinese market
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, OEM Equipment, Volvo
China's developing economy may soon surpass the US in specialist machine lubricants consumption, but new Euro metal laws could have significant impact on metalworking fluids.
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Environment, regulatory and standards, Europe, Lubes tech, N America
Foreign and domestic majors are increasing their presence in the port town
Tags: BP, Castrol, China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech
Reputational damage may slow VW in its global sales race against Toyota
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, CO2 emissions, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
The two iconic US brands find new ways of engaging potential customers both online and offline at lubes marketing day as ExxonMobil expands production to Singapore
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants, Mobil1
85% of Chinese shoppers research products and services online before purchase, according to PwC
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Sales rose 3.3% in September on strong SUV growth
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
The US car giant is doubling its efforts to crack the Chinese market with a focus on EVs
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Ford, OEM Equipment
The messaging giant is now able to track footfall in China's largest cities
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Is the VW crisis the auto-industry's Deepwater Horizon and will it prove to be a turning point? What role will lubricants play in helping meet the increasing environmental pressures now being placed on the auto sector?
Tags: BP, China, CO2 emissions, N America, View from the Bridge, Volkswagen
Mobile commerce drives online sales growth in China
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
The Chinese carmaker and German producer team up to corner after sales market
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, Fuchs, OEM Equipment
In a bid to reduce dependence on foreign technology China is releasing a new OS
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Microsoft
Industrial diesel sales slump as Chinese consumer class uses more gasoline
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing, PetroChina
Carmakers are adapting to waning sales by focusing on their most successful lines
Tags: BMW, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Porsche
Amidst major economic headwinds, the sector struggles to meet 7% growth estimates
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, GM, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Total Lubramarine is returning to normal function after a deadly blast disrupted local industry
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Total
China has yet again brought forward implementation deadlines for rigorous new auto standards
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
The Anglo-Dutch major has pioneered two new lubricants for trucks and buses in China
Tags: automotive industry, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Shell
The PRC aims to standardise quality control for locally manufactured lubricants products
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Is the rest of the world over-reacting to the Chinese stockmarket crash? Will China continue to lead the way in global economic growth and what impact will this have on the lubes industry?
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Mercedes-Benz owner feels confident it will deliver 300,000 units this year
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Daimler, Europe, OEM Equipment
An advertising campaign to raise awareness of Britain as a tourist destination yields hilarious results
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
As food quality concerns run high, food importers are continuing to reap the beneftis
Tags: And finally, Australia, China, China and finally
Harvard Business Review reveals four key principles for capturing consumers' attention
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
As the US grocer takes over an online competitor Alibaba looks to stunt its growth
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Johnson & Johnson and BMW are putting more resources online as consumer preferences shift
Tags: BMW, China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
The CNPC subsidiary achieves international standards with its Tianrun line of lubes
Tags: API, China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, ILSAC, Lubes tech, S America
The company's 75% holding will go to a US private equity firm and Tongyi's founder
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, N America, Shell
The new Sinapore facility will leave Afton in a prime position to service expanding markets
Tags: Afton Chemical, Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Middle East
Sales dipped for the first time since 2005 as VW opens its 20th plant in China
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
A gigantic chemical blast disrupts operations in northeast China
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Toyota
The French major is looking to expand across Asia with a large addition to existing capacity
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Europe, Lubes tech, Total
The Anglo-Dutch major has paved Lanzhou Airport expressway as part of a major redevelopment plan
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Shell
The US major is stopping operations at its lubricants blending plant after a major explosion
Tags: Chevron, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
In our 50th China View from the Bridge we look back at the last five years of China's development and examine the changes China has made in such a short space of time. We also make some predictions as to what we might see in the next few years of the China Bulletin
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
The global consumer goods group will collaborate with Alibaba to deliver targeted marketing
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
China’s auto industry body predicts sales will grow by just 3% this year, down from 7% in January
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
In the midst of falling sales and rock bottom prices, carmakers are doubling down on Chinese production
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
A Chinese carmaker has caused a stir with a copycat Macan, but cheap SUVs might actually be helping foreign carmakers
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Yoyi Digital pushes multi-screen approach to programmatic ad buying
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
The CCP is planning to move government officials out of the busy centre and forge a new mega city with 130m residents
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
ExxonMobil sees modest growth for the region with a shift towards higher quality base oils
Tags: Asia, base oil, China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech
The automotive industry in China is pushing PPD volumes across the Asia Pacific region
Tags: additives, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubrizol
In a bid to promote the authenticity and efficacy of their products, Chinese firms are seeking Western certifications
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubricants, N America
Asia Pacific and Latin America will be key drivers for lubricants growth, especially in recycled lubes according to the latest reports.
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Despite slumping markets, China has approved the independent producers IPO
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
For the first time in China adults will spend 50.4% of their daily media time online, according to eMarketer
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Did young adults lead to the fall in China’s stock market? The Economist believes so
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Enoc has opened a second blending plant in Dubai and will open plants in Africa and china.
Tags: Africa, China, Lubes marketing, Lubricants, Middle East
BP reviews the global energy market for 2014 with some surprising results.
Tags: BP, China, Lubes marketing, N America, Russia
Energy M&A slows down as Chinese firms concentrate on improving their domestic offering, creating more competition for international firms in the region
Tags: China, CNOOC, CNPC, e-commerce, Shell, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Demand for high-quality, energy efficient industrial lubricants is increasing in China
Tags: BP, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Consolidated functionality on WeChat creates economies of scale for marketers
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, social media
The Chinese tech giant is bolstering its online-to-offline presence with a near $1bn deal
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Weak demand in core markets continues to hurt China’s domestic automakers
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Chinese authorities bust an illegal syndicate peddling frozen meat from the 1970s
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
The Chinese tech giant has entered into a partnership with recommendation leader Taboola
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
A Hangzhou man inadvertantly releases a box of bees onto the city subway
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Two corporate giants team up to improve efficiency and share resources
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing
Global major boosts downstream operations with a 400-strong new hub
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Shell
LSE listed producer sees weaker demand in core markets
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
State-owned automaker suffers heavy losses as Jaguar Land Rover and Qoros ventures stumble
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Domestic firms are betting big on electric vehicles as they seek to diversify their offerings
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
South Korean lubricants producer is eyeing Shell's former venture in a bid to crack the Chinese market
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Shell
Sinopec, CNPC and CNOOC are scaling back on investments both at home and abroad
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Although vehicle sales have slowed, China's lubricants consumption continues to grow consistently with the question of when, rather than if, the Chinese market will overtake the US.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Member of the Fuchs Petrolub SE Executive Board, Lutz Lindemann, examines the industries, technologies, regulations and regions that will drive the global lubricants markets.
Tags: China, Fuchs, Lubricants, white papers
Miao Street enables bricks and mortar stores to reach pre-qualified netizens in their vicinity
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Tmall.com designs a quirky, low cost campaign to sell fruit to Chinese consumers
Tags: Apple, China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Chinese police uncover a commute that would put the Beijing subway squeeze to shame
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Chinese e-commerce giant teams up with carmakers on big data, financing and sales
Tags: automotive industry, China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Laowai for hire a popular promotional service in the Middle Kingdom
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Chinese producer sells 300m yuan of lubes online in just three days
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, e-commerce, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
Two majors to collaborate on a marine bunkering business through new JV
Tags: Asia, BP, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
As the heads of CNPC and Sinopec step down the NDRC prepares bold sector reforms
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Amid an economic slowdown new vehicles sales continue to decline
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
The German carmaker is proving popular with Chinese consumers
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Slower growth has spurred the US carmaker to up its game in the vital Chinese market
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, General Motors, OEM Equipment
Base oil growth across the region will grow by 3.5% CAGR over the next five years
Tags: Asia, base oil, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
The Dutch major has pioneered two new lubricants for trucks and buses
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, natural-gas, Shell
Global biolubes sales are slated to rise 6.3% over between 2014-2015
Tags: bio lubes, China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, Lubes tech
Mobile is the message this month, with the latest stats from China's digital world demonstrating brand value and the power of mobile data.
Tags: China, Mobile technology, View from the Bridge
Foreign and domestic automakers put their best foot forward to woo Chinese dealers and drivers
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Jiang Jiemin has admitted to taking bribes in one of China's most high profile corruption cases
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally, CNPC
Mobile and digital companies overtake banks and oilcos as China's most valuable brands
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, CNPC, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Sinopec
China's e-commerce giant is investing heavily into mobile ads as total industry revenues double
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Internet usage outside of China's largest cities varies greatly to their metropolitan counterparts
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology, social media
A curious tale of how an unsuspecting American became one of the most popular figures on China’s social media
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Chinese oil major partners with Caterpillar and CASIC
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing
After signing a major deal with NBA China, Castrol releases an innovative new video
Tags: BP, Castrol, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Many global majors would do well to wind down Chinese investments, says WSJ
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, PetroChina, Shell
Foreign auto imports to China have slid 1.5% year-on-year in the first three months of 2015
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Foreign and domestic automakers enjoy strong SUV sales growth
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Ford, OEM Equipment
The Sino-Malaysian venture has opened a new research centre in Guangxi province
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Petronas
Tougher regulations on diesel products have been brought forward by one year
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Environment, Lubes tech
Lanzhou fines a CNPC subsidiary for polluting while a fire at a Fujian paraxylene plant releases harmful chemicals
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, Lubes tech
Volvo has confirmed plans for a new vehicle assembly plant in the U.S.
Tags: China, N America, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia, Volvo
China's latest clampdown on pollution and vehicle emissions, along with volatile domestic and export sales of cars and trucks, is creating challenges for both lubes producers and vehicle makers.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Lubricants, View from the Bridge
Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and Switzerland have applied to help found the new bank
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Microsoft survey shows Chinese are happy for brands to use personalised information to improve customer experience
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Popular messaging app now boasts more than 500m users
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, social media
Ambitious plans stress the importance of improving emissions standards and conserving resources
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CO2 emissions, Lubes marketing
Chinese producer carries out an online to offline promotional campaign
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Great Wall, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
US major plans new facility in Ningbo to meet rising demand
Tags: additives, Asia, Chevron, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Exports fell in 2014 as home markets shrunk, causing concern for Chinese carmakers
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Both automakers are seeing sales rise at home and abroad
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia, Volvo
Beijing, Tianjin, Inner Mongolia, Shandong, Hebei and Shanxi unite to curb pollution
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
Stringent requirements are causing truck production to slide, but DEF solutions to grow
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
Volkswagen group makes progress on inexpensive line, despite improvements in luxury sector
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Fu Chengyu claims local authorities have more say in emissions controls than nationwide operators
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Sinopec
The rise of smartphones and online content consumption have contributed to the rise of digital
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
China's capital had 21.5m residents last year as the population continues to grow
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As China enters the Year of the Sheep falling GDP projections cause some to worry, but the lubricants sector continues to invest in innovate products
Tags: China, Great Wall, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Chinese independent looks to the construction sector for growth
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Despite slow GDP growth, the company is seeing an increase in high-quality lubes demand
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
The Chinese chemicals giant is bringing two facilities online in Q1
Tags: additives, Afton Chemicals, China, China Lubes Tech, Infineum, Lubes tech, Lubrizol
The auto venture will cover the losses of rising inventories
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
The JV will produce high quality recycled base oil for industrial and auto lubes
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
China's top statistics body reveals worrying growth data
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Confusion over a Chinese character troubles non-Mandarin speakers
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Ad and online spending continue to rise, but market differentiators are increasingly complex
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Beijing introduce real name registration, among other rules
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, white papers
Auto brands are harnessing the power of reviews, and lubes brands could learn a lot
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, e-commerce, Lubes marketing, social media
Two brands embark on a "made in China" collaboration
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Great Wall, Lubes marketing
KPMG sees electric vehicle sales picking up in China, but Tesla lags behind
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
While ownership is up some are predicting a dip in growth in 2015
Tags: Asia, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
China's online market has rocketed by 25%, comprising half of retail sales
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Falling oil prices are prompting lubes producers to revise product costs, but hard discounting can prove as troublesome as maintaining high prices in China's online marketplace
Tags: Castrol, Chevron, China, e-commerce, ExxonMobil, Shell, View from the Bridge
The government is opening up China's booming e-commerce sector
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Union set up to monitor blacklisted businesses and counterfeit goods
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Tencent and JD.com have invested in a car sales data business
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Slowing growth, vehicle and emissions restrictions will provide challenges and opportunities this year
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, CO2 emissions, OEM Equipment
Premier approves 62% salary increase - he now earns $2,440 each month
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US majors embrace modern technology for consumers
Tags: Chevron, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Mobile technology, Shell
As global oil prices tumble, China increases consumption tax on certain oil products
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CO2 emissions, Lubes marketing
Amid falling oil prices and increasing lubes tax, ExMo rethinks its pricing strategy
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, ExxonMobil, Lubes marketing, oil prices
The sky is not the limit in a record breaking year for Chinese buildings
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Despite falling sales for many of China's automakers some fared better than others
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Despite ambitious expansion plans, Toyota dealers are looking worried as vehicles remain unsold.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Toyota
China's largest company expands its presence in South East Asia
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
The oil major is bringing out a new line of pollution-reducing lubes
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Shell
eMarketer is predicting that although 2015 will see one billion tablet users worldwide, there will be a slowdown in growth.
Tags: China, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
China's 2014 GDP figures may be off target, but automotive and lubes producers remain bullish about the years ahead.
Tags: China, GM, Total, View from the Bridge
Thatcham Research Future Vehicle Engineer, Andrew Hooker, examines the tensions for automakers in the Chinese market. In particular challenge of low-grade metals and lube recycling on the country's accident repair industry.
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, Environment, Lubricants, waste, white papers
The French major continues to invest in high-end lubes and Asia's first dedicated grease unit
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Europe, Lubes tech, Total
Far from sedan chairs and firecrackers, China’s young are finding new ways to celebrate their union
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There are now almost as many drivers as people living in the US
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Online retail is booming in China as consumers prefer to wait for their parcels
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The Chinese lubes producer is making vast improvements to efficiency
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The Chinese major is pushing emissions reducing products in Western China
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Vehicle production has grown significantly as consumer demand remains strong
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The US car giant is looking to best rival VW in the Chinese market
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The dutch major may be looking to divest its Chinese lubes stake
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Despite slowing GDP growth China still set to reach lubes consumption targets
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Chinese lubes company is expanding its presence across Asia
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New data shows Chinese consumers are more swayed by peer recommendations than their Western counterparts
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Chinese internet giant now has more than 200m cloud users
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97 minutes is the average commute in Beijing
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Daimler and Dartz are doing more for the Chinese dollar with luxury models aimed specifically at China's luxury car buyers.
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
The outcomes of the APEC Summit include a new emissions alliance with the US. But will this hit China's manufacturing output including regional and national lubes producers?
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US major plans to expand its presence in China with a new lubes lab in Shanghai
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech
Chinese shipping giant sees an opportunity in the French lubes producer
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Elite Chinese military unit has been sent to West Africa to help combat the outbreak
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Xi and Obama pen an historic agreement to reduce emissions
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Despite healthy economic data, production is actually sliding in China
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Chinese consumers spend more time online than US counterparts thanks to mobile usage
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Chinese app expands into telephone territory with its latest function
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Chinese lubes producer promotes its brand during the APEC summit
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Chinese lubes producer promotes its brand during the APEC summit
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Maybach launches long-wheelabase Mercedes to China market with chauffeur-friendly features
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Maybach launches long-wheelabase Mercedes to China market with chauffeur-friendly features
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Expansion may slow but the German car giant is still bullish on China long-term
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
The Chinese oil and gas giant is stepping up exports and forming local partnerships
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The Chinese oil and gas giant is stepping up exports and forming local partnerships
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Single’s Day sales rocket in the first few hours and nearly double year on year
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Is China hitting an economic crisis and will the automotive and lubricants industries follow suit? OATS also appeals to the lubricants industry to help give aid towards the Ebola crisis.
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VW are leading the way in online car sales thanks to clever marketing
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The Chinese app is branching out into business and short videos
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Manufacturing giant sees fuel and performance demands improving technologies in China
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US truck giant to capitalize on increasingly stringent emission controls
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The Construction giant and French major establish a preferred suppliers network
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Total
On-the-go searching reveals potential opportunities for e-marketers
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Facebook CEO shows off Chinese skills after appointment to Tsinghua board
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US additives producer presents on latest advances at industry conference
Tags: additives, China, China Lubes Tech, drivetrains, Lubes tech, Lubrizol
The regional producer has added a new range of high-viscosity lubricants
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The government is planning to name and shame substandard manufacturers in a bid to improve fuel economy
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, CO2 emissions, GM, hybrids, Nissan, OEM Equipment, Porsche
With a $50bn injection the AIIB could be seen to rival the World Bank and Asian Development Bank
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The luxury carmaker and Chinese online giant have already started trials in Beijing and Shanghai
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A sluggish economy could reduce growth to 7% by the end of 2014
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Chinese producer conducts a comprehensive internal audit aimed at promoting quality and integrity
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Great Wall, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
OATS has announced new platform that is set to power the future of lubricants information and benefit China marketers
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants, OATS
Demand for shares in the online e-commerce giant pushed prices up 38% in market debut
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
The Chinese microblogging service drew in more than $1.5bn of orders during the promotional period
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Chinese lubes marketer promotes its fuel-saving products, according to Lube Report Asia
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Chinese producer makes strides towards better quality products
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China's mobile e-commerce market has risen 103% to $7.2bn, says iResearch Global
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UK government donates £1.5m to translate Shakespeare's entire works into Mandarin
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Chinese oil giant will focus on growing demand for aftercare products
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Ford, Hyundai and VW have all slated new plants for construction in China
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BASF and China’s Ministry of Environmental Protection sign a new strategic agreement
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Tesla, China Unicom and the government are all planning massive investments in EV infrastructure
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
Internet giant makes strides in food safety innovation with food-analysing chopsticks
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Analysts predict China's lube consumption could increase dramatically in the near future
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Chinese oil major pioneers a lubricant for tough taxi conditions
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, CNPC, Great Wall, OEM Equipment
Chinese lubricants producers feel the pressure and up their game as automakers face steep fines from Chinese authorities on parts price fixing.
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China's popular microblogging site has increased the number of engaged users by 30% year-on-year
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A McKinsey report has found Chinese e-tailers edged out the US by $25bn in 2013
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New legislation and questionable metrics could make life harder for WeChat marketers
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Tongyi tours the country to promote its trike-lube product
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Chinese producer introduces new range for use in the construction industry
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Lubes producer to explore opportunities in the Chinese market
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The joint venture is looking to build on the rural success of its MPV offering
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, General Motors, OEM Equipment
In response to generous government subsidies, neighbourhood electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid sales are soaring
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, Japan, N America, OEM Equipment
Foreign carmakers are coming under fire for their Chinese pricing strategies
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, Japan, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
Guangdong Inspection and Quarantine Bureau sees influx of incorrectly labelled products
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubricants
High-performance casting lubes firm expands its Qingpu plant to better service local OEMs
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Chinese lubes producer launches the high-end Tianrun aimed at top spec cars
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Tmall statistics show Great Wall lubes best international rivals Shell and Castrol in sales
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Refrigerated delivery van sales are rocketing in the Middle Kingdom
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Chinese internet giant launches new product for its cloud computing arm
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China hits a landmark figure as internet users move away from personal computers
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The new Shanghai facility will benefit heavy duty transport networks in Australia
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The limited liability company is part of Sinopec Group’s marketing arm reorganisation
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
The German automaker plans two more assembly plants as sales increase by 19%
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
New facility will develop high-end, low viscosity lubes for the Chinese HDDO market
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Shell
E-commerce adoption continues to thrive in China’s rural counties and villages
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The additives company has opened a new China Business and Technology Centre in Shanghai
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Infineum, Lubes tech
Japanese firm increases capacity to cater to growing demand for auto lubes
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The Chinese equipment firm will become the exclusive distributor for lubes testing kits, according to Machinery Lubrication
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Big name brands' reputation in question after expired meat scandal casts doubt over fast food industry
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As China continues its battle against smog and pollution, lubes and additives producers stand to gain significantly from new legislation.
Tags: additives, China, CO2 emissions, Lubricants, View from the Bridge
Chinese carmaker could begin exporting certain models as early as next year
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Diana Shen's insightful presentation on China's clean air crisis and it's impact on the lubricants and energy industries.
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Lubricants, white papers
German marque invited Weibo and Twitter users to compete for VIP tickets on social media
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, Porsche, social media, Twitter
Despite not coming to force nationally until 2018, new Chinese standards are already having an impact on lubes quality
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNOOC, Lubes tech
E-commerce giant develops a formula for calculating the cost of living online
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A local lubricants distributor holds customer interactions in high regard
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Companies specialising in pollution lowering products embrace China's ant-smog drive
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Chinese lubes maker upgrades anti-wear credentials
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A Chinese man has patented a novel solution to long walks in airports
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Advertisers spend millions to capture the football frenzy in the Middle Kingdom
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As mobile adoption booms, firms are finding new ways to monitor and monetize usage
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Google, Internet marketing
As Alibaba looks to the US market, JD is eyeing up it's domestic market share
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In a recent interview, an Exxon China rep highlighted the importance of word-of-mouth recommendation in the digital age
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Tianhe Chemicals will use the proceeds to fund R&D and overseas expansion plans
Tags: additives, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubrizol
In a bid to tackle pollution Chinese authorities aim to take 5.3m polluting vehicles off the road by the end of the year
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
Auto industry body claims sky-rocketing number of drivers could have a significant environmental impact
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Lubes production dipped month-to-month in April, but is set to remain steady across the year as demand grows
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Leading chemicals producer adds capacity at Shanghai technology centre
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OATS' Diana Shen will call on lubes producers to help China overcome its pollution and clean energy problems, at June's ICIS conference.
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech, Lubricants
30 years of OATS has seen plenty of change in the global and Chinese lubricants markets. Now China's oil majors are under pressure from smaller domestic producers and larger overseas competitors. 2014 is a time of convergence both nationally and internationally.
Tags: China, CNPC, ExxonMobil, Lubricants, Shell, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Great Wall lubes aligns products with international standards as demand for consistent quality booms
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Masayoshi Son’s $20m investment in Alibaba could be worth $58bn after the IPO
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Congestion reached an all-time high on the May bank holiday
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Chinese oil giant gains recognition for lubes tech developments in the shipping industry
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Lubricants, marine, PetroChina
Chinese internet giants buys navigation data and teams up with Shell for roadside assistance
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, Mobile technology, OEM Equipment, shale, Shell
A Baidu report reveals the search habits of Chinese vehicle enthusiasts
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E-commerce giant will separate its B2C and C2C offerings to target specific consumers
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China’s popular messaging service provides added customisation for marketers and consumers alike
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China’s online giant is developing AI with remarkable success – a recent poach from Google might also help
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Oil giants are streamlining operations, leaving more space for competitors
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes tech, Sinopec
French OEM supplier’s foreign sales exceed domestic ones
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Despite optimistic growth figures, foreign automakers look likely to dominate official car sales
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TOTAL Lubricants and Michelin sponsor the OAK Racing Team Asia for the 24hr circuit
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Europe, Lubes marketing, Middle East, motorsport, Total
Like-for-like sales volume at the company rose by 31.7% to 8.1m litres in the August to February period
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
Foreign and domestic companies are ramping up investment in EVs after government drives
Tags: BMW, China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, Nissan, OEM Equipment, Toyota
12 people arrested in connection with a multi-million dollar counterfeit lubricants ring
Tags: Castrol, China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech, Shell
The Municipality brought in the new regulations on April 30th, four years ahead of schedule
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
Sebastian Crawshaw celebrates OATS' 30th Anniversary with a nostalgic look back and makes some predictions for the next 30 years of the lubricants industry.
Tags: bio fuels, bio lubes, China, Europe, Lubricants, N America, View from the Bridge
OATS Chairman Sebastian Crawshaw looks back at OATS first 30 years in the lubricants industry, global developments and an interesting future.
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118 new models were exhibited at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, China OEM Equipment, Chrysler, General Motors, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
China's economic growth has significant bonuses for the lubes and automotive industries but could be constrained by the challenges of pollution and emissions control. Domestic manufacturers could fail in the EV sector against overseas rivals.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, electric vehicles, View from the Bridge
Inter-provincial travel can leave some out of the house for 16hrs a day
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Provincial bureaus are making a conscious effort to crack down on substandard products
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Chinese producer to distribute eco-friendly lubes for a modernising truck fleet
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
According to Sinopec analysts China’s oil industry is outpacing even steel
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Fear of purchasing restrictions in major cities has lead to panic buying, inflating vehicle sales
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, General Motors, GM, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
The Alibaba-owned marketing platform will build a data management platform to optimise ad value
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A Chinese farmer has built his own functioning helicopter from scratch
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Obtaining a license in South Korea is both cheaper and easier than at home
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A mobile taxi app has taken China by storm
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Upscale fruit supermarket a hit with wealthy spenders
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China's largest search engine lists its top ranking search terms from last year
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Online lubes retailer shows domestic brands still favoured over international counterparts
Tags: Castrol, China, China Lubes Marketing, Great Wall, Lubes marketing
The government is increasing incentives for carmakers and consumers in a bid to reduce pollution
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
Asia's largest refiner will divest a large portion of its downstream marketing business
Tags: BP, China, China Lubes Marketing, ExxonMobil, Lubes marketing, Shell, Sinopec
French lubes brand introduces a tailored approach to consumer solutions
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, electric vehicles, Europe, Lubes marketing, Total
Under increasing pressure in their domestic market, carmakers are looking further afield for sales
Tags: Africa, automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
WHO delivers the latest news on particulate pollution, ACEA claims EU emissions policies are working and the world waits on energy fallout from the Ukraine crisis.
Tags: ACEA, China, CO2 emissions, Europe, Russia
China's capital leads the charge against pollution with new emissions standards
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Environment, Lubes tech
Global oil major to provide technical lubricants solutions to Asian customers
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Western OEMs will need to look to developing nations and change their sales strategies according to new research.
Tags: Brazil, China, Europe, India, OEM and automotive, Russia
Overseas lubes and grease producers are looking to cash in on China's continued growth, but the product landscape is changing.
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The social networking for business site sets looks towards the Chinese market
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M-commerce is poised for significant growth in 2014, according to IDC
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, E and R Watch, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
A Zhengzhou man has fashioned a flashy car for just 5,000 yuan
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The oil major aims at capturing China’s growing renewable energies market
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Strong auto sales should drive engine oil revenues at an 11% CAGR till 2018, according to Research & Markets
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
Following the introduction of PurePlus technology, the Dutch major is revamping the marketing of its popular lubes line
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Helix, Lubes marketing, Shell, Tacoma
Tencent president claims China is “blazing its own trail” in mobile use
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Alibaba is planning to file its IPO in the US while Weibo also unveils a plan to sell shares in the States
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, white papers
The Chinese oil giant is partnering with national OEMs to promote lubes R&D
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Great Wall, Lubricants, OEM Equipment
Chinese independent lubes producer is expanding new lubricants markets in Malaysia.
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
The German lubes producer becomes the preferred supplier for machine tools giant
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, Fuchs, OEM Equipment
A local supervisory bureau finds seven batches failed to meet national requirements
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, grease, Lubes tech
The Chinese lubes producer has developed transmission fluid to cater for higher spec gearbox requirements.
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Europe, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Volkswagen
The government is backing a massive research project aimed at fighting the nation's stifling smog
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South Korean manufacturer is seeking to compete with European rivals in a lucrative market
Tags: Asia, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Volvo
Chinese take the illustrious title in the red wine category, but still trail the States overall
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Lubes companies targeting China for future growth with new plants
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Chinese major focussing heavily on Asia-Pacific for growth across all sectors
Tags: Australia, China, China Lubes Marketing, grease, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Electric carmaker will market its first model in China, but consumers may not be ready
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
Chinese automaker to streamline its diverse product range
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Buffett-backed automaker to collaborate with research institute on auto-pilot technology
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The Chinese lubes major is keeping the patent office busy with numerous projects
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Great Wall, Lubes tech, Lubricants
The “Penguin Empire” is showing no signs of slowing down
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Netizens were out in full force on the 31st of January 2014
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The Chinese producer is strengthening OEM ties and upgrading base oil quality
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, Lubes tech
China’s first Winter Olympics champion is helping retired athletes rediscover purpose
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Big bonuses handed out in bundles for Chinese workers
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Car sales growth fell below projections in January, with domestic manufacturers’ market share slipping
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Ford, General Motors, hydraulics, OEM Equipment, Toyota
Despite clampdowns, luxury goods buyers are increasingly prevalent in Asia
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Two adventurous thrill-seekers climb atop the 120-floor Shanghai tower
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The rise of integrated QR-scanning apps are attracting more and more shoppers
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, social media
Great Wall's Justar premium lubricants are proving popular in central China
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Great Wall, Lubes marketing
Expanding auto sector and an increase in industrial output helps lubes demand hit historic highs
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Great Wall, Lubes marketing
The AIM-listed producer's profits almost doubled after introducing newer, cleaner products
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Two recent incidents found lubes and diesel products were not in line with national standards
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, PetroChina
Sinopec lead the curve in environmentally friendly R&D for grease manufacture
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Sino-Swedish partnership to compete with international rivals in the lucrative segment
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Europe, OEM Equipment, Volvo
China's economic growth remains something for the rest of the world to aspire to, however, pollution is another matter. China's national lubes makers are under increasing pressure to enhance their product and reduce auto pollution.
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Europe, View from the Bridge
Popular e-commerce website shows the leaders in sales for 2013
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Chinese lubes producer prepares for National V with improved technology
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
Chinese lubes firm sees 2013 output increase 11% year-on-year
Tags: Asia, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Petronas
DEF certified technology is helping cut emissions nationwide
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A Hubei butcher hung out raw bacon strips across his entire apartment balcony to cure
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The Chinese search engine lists the most prevalent search terms and popular trends
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The popular networking app reveals the most engaging digital marketing efforts
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, social media
Premier Xi’s impromptu lunch boosts sales at local eatery
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China Consumer Reports compares five international and domestic brands in a comprehensive analysis
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech
Global major cleans up production in China in response to consumer demand
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Shell
Chinese producer allots 800m yuan to develop lubes for cars and construction equipment
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
Chinese electric carmaker will enter the American market with four new models
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, electric vehicles, OEM Equipment
A group of entrepreneurs are hoping to provide police forces with sophisticated electric motorcycles
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Technology agreement with construction partner to expand Swedish carmaker's share in China’s CE sector
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia, Volvo
Scientists disagree on the cause of smog in the capital as regulations continue.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
An increase in cooperation could mean more timely reporting of China's economic data
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Car sales in China top 22m units last year, foreign brands driving growth
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, GM, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
Good news for lubes producers as the International Energy Agency (IEA) revises its oil demand forecast upwards.
Tags: Asia, China, IEA, Lubes marketing
China's first space ship has touched down in outer space
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A Chinese scholar calculates exactly how far China has come
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Beijing's tax incentives on overseas EV tech collaboration could also benefit lubes companies
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, electric vehicles, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
As slower growth puts pressure on big city consumers, middle-income consumers in small cities will drive growth
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing
China's car market continues to grow, helped by recovery of Japanese brands
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Ford, GM, Great Wall, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
Chinese oil giant also continues upgrades at OEM oil testing facilities
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, marine, Sinopec
A series of joint seminars from Shell and Tsinghua University show quality lubes can reduce emissions by up to 25%
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants, Shell
A deadly explosion near Qingdao is causing energy producers to reevaluate their safety protocols
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, Lubes tech, Sinopec
China to invest 300m yuan to convert disused facility into a "red tourist" attraction
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China's under 25s are increasingly using mobile devices to purchase goods
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing, Mobile technology
Advertisers are harnessing the benefits of big data for targeted marketing
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing
Chinese governmental departments try to reach out to citizens on Weibo
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, social media
Sales rocket in south China city thanks to key learning by lubes providers which stresses the importance of local knowledge
Tags: Bikes, China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, Lubricants
Lubes Report confirm Dutch major is betting big on China with new expansion
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Lubes tech, Shell
In an unprecedented transaction, the German auto giant buys in to a Chinese manufacturer and takes a controlling share.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, Daimler, Europe, OEM Equipment
Dutch major cooperates more closely to improve lubricant fuel efficiency and durability
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, OATS, OEM Equipment, Shell
Chinese sales by the Japanese carmaker are rising again after diplomatic disputes affected commerce.
Tags: Asia, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment, Toyota
National reforms announced in October's plenary could be good news for China's smaller domestic lubes producers.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
As competition toughens at home, large and small domestic lubes producers are venturing overseas
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, grease, hydraulics, Lubes tech, Sinopec
In an attempt to curb pollution, new gasoline standards will come online on the first of January next year
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech
Real estate mogul Tang Guo has spent 30m yuan on building pmarket properties in his hometown for family and friends
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Former English teacher Li Xiaolai possesses six-figures of the surging digital currency, worth around $50m
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P1, an invitation-only social network, is gaining popularity in China
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, Internet marketing, social media
While a 2-3 second interval is sufficient in Berlin, 0.5 seems too long for Chinese commuters - and it's causing problems
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Nearly 50% of Chinese cars will be fitted with infotainment and telematics in five years time according to an ABI report.
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After a $600m recall last year, VW's gearbox problem is once again causing problems in China
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CNPC shows steady growth in the first three quarters, while Sinopec's lubes sales have grown 30%
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Policy makers are keen to curb smog in China's increasingly polluted capital with further radical measures on vehicle ownership.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
In a recent interview, Selda Gunsel discusses Shell's technical challenges in China's highly competitive marketplace.
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The North American company expands its operations across Asia-Pacific with a new facility in Nanjing
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A lonely celebration is turning into a Chinese online-shopping frenzy and firms are cashing in
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While consumers still tend towards imports, domestic companies are making increasingly convincing arguments to buy Chinese
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A report to the nation's top legislature revealed the extent of China's weather control
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Chinese companies look to Western names to promote their products.
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With limited official information, oil traders are turning to alternative sources for data
Tags: BP, China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing, oil prices, Sinopec
Sinopec's flagship lubricants products received over 10,000 hits on the popular B2B trading site
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Great Wall, Internet marketing, Lubricants, Sinopec
China's high-quality lubricants production is on the rise as the country's vehicle market and performance levels increases. Can local producers make the most of the trend?
Tags: China, CNOOC, OATS, PetroChina, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Chinese social media is expanding outside its domestic market
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In the aftermath of typhoon Fitow, a Chinese oil major steps up the relief efforts
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Companies using online mobile campaigns should pay heed to geographical location
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Chinese superstar Lang Lang becomes the first Chinese pianist ever to win the coveted music award
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Chinese car market continues to advance despite buying restrictions
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A Chinese sculptor creates an enormous riverside monument to the humble fugu
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Billionaires announce major projects at home and abroad as China's fixed investment in UK construction rockets
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A Chinese university has examined the spread of powerful emotions on Weibo: Anger wins
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China's government implements new vehicle regulations which could spell doom for small vehicle makers
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, GM, OEM Equipment, Shell, Toyota
Chinese major responds to national call for pollution reduction
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CO2 emissions, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Domestic producers look to reduce imports through cooperation on air compressor project
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, Great Wall, Lubes tech, Sinopec
A tech-sharing joint venture produces higher quality lubes for China's domestic market
Tags: Afton Chemical, BP, Castrol, Chevron, China, China Lubes Tech, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech, Lubrizol
Sales are likely to grow by around 8-10% each year over the next three years
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, Lubes marketing, North America
Scientists in China discover a fish with a distinct face which could be the oldest ever found.
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Chinese e-commerce giant processes billions of Yuan in a single day of online trading.
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Facebook, Internet marketing
Increasing competition amongst oil companies makes for a buyers' market for lubes blenders
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNPC, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Afton Chemical delivers an important paper which hints at aiming at Chinese markets, while Infineum forms a WOFE
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A multi-national joint venture shows significant benefits for lubes production
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New look China Bulletin, internet marketing and China's mobile marketing boom.
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Lubes predictions show continued growth for next five years.
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Lubes maker looks to public transport sector to boost synthetic lubes revenues
Tags: bio lubes, China, China OEM Equipment, Great Wall, Lubricants, OEM Equipment
Automakers in dispute over direction of China-based brand
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China mobile internet users hit record levels
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Latest data makes interesting reading about internet activity
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New official guidelines possibly lighter than expected
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National competition tests mettle of drivers using Shell lubes
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Rogue peer reviews under threat from Chinese regulators
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China's culture being promoted abroad through art
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Sichuan-based producer changes the game on lubes lifecycle.
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Another substantial Sino-Canadian deal goes ahead, despite government pledge
Tags: China, China Lubes Marketing, CNOOC, Lubes marketing, N America
Sinopec subsidiary boosted by construction and mining sectors
Tags: China, China OEM Equipment, Great Wall, marine, OEM and automotive, Sinopec
Projects suspended after failing Government regulations.
Tags: China, China Lubes Tech, CNPC, Lubes tech, Sinopec
China truck sector vehicle sales slightly increase year-on-year.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China OEM Equipment, OEM Equipment
High level probes cause trading pause JV oil maker
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Shangdong firm builds storage facility for industrial lubes
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PetroChina to test lubes quaklyt to help integration and save costs.
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Trade disputes, economic growth and collaboration. But the big question is "who needs who" when it comes to the relationship between China and the West?
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Farmers a cashing through online sales.
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Chinese oil major meets and exceeds the latest fuel regs with new production batch
Tags: China, CNPC, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes tech, PetroChina
Additives giant to strengthen Asian presence with new facility.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes tech, Lubrizol
Summer heatwave proves to be the hottest in more than 140 years.
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CADA to investigate luxury car brand pricing to mainland China
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes marketing
New science could help reduce NOx emissions for heavy trucks and commercial vehicles
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GM is set to drive its China operations as a separate unit from the rest of its international division.
Tags: automotive industry, China, GM, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Volvo
Nation spends multi-trillion Yuan budget on massive clean-up initiative
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Car makers top the nation's manufacturing sector despite increasing stockpiles.
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New vehicle stockpiles remain high as population seeks alternative car markets.
Tags: automotive industry, Bikes, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Acquisition brings UK business into China auto lubes arena.
Tags: additives, China, China lubes news, Europe, Lubes marketing
French oil major links up with Chinese automaker for R&D
Tags: automotive industry, China, China lubes news, Europe, Great Wall, Lubes tech, Total
Domestic lubes makers challenge overseas producers for quality to re-capture share of home market.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China lubes news, Great Wall, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Sinopec
Auto lubes producer takes educational approach to marketing.
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LNG market to expand dramatically over next seven years.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Forecasts, OEM Equipment
Eco-friendly lubes to help Sinopec into overseas markets
Tags: bio lubes, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Great Wall, Lubes tech, Sinopec
China sets new record with financial skyscraper.
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BRICS v The Old World - are the emerging countries losing ground to the economic 'old guard'?
Tags: Brazil, China, Japan, Lubricants, North America, Russia, View from the Bridge
GDP remains a thorny issue for Chinese legislators and lubes producers alike.
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US oil major opens its first technical laboratory in Asia Pacific region
Tags: Asia, China, China lubes news, ExxonMobil, Lubes tech
GM, Toyota, BMW and VW amongst the leaders fighting for share of Chinese market
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, Europe, GM, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
Chinese cities stung into action by recent emissions reports
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes tech
Single oil deal could transform global crude flows in the future
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes marketing, Rosneft
Shell's search for the most skilled Chinese truck driver is underway.
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China returns to two-wheels as cities incentivise riders to return to traditional transport methods
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Research & Markets Report shows China and Asian economies will drive lubes demand as Western Europe continues to decline.
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Chinese construction giant in doldrums and could reflect wider malaise
Tags: car auctions, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Epic Bohai tunnel set to eclipse Japan and Europe for Tunnel engineering record.
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Global base oil demand fell due to China's reduced need for finished lubes products, says Kline.
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Emerging markets have put the brakes on China's overseas vehicle sales ambitions
Tags: Asia, automotive industry, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
China's EV market receives a welcome boost
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Sinopec has established its first overseas production plant with more to come in the near future.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes marketing, Sinopec, Total
Auto giants fall short of requirements and unlawfully gain financial benefits
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, GM, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Shell keeps massive hydraulic machinery operating with Tellus
Tags: China, China lubes news, hydraulics, Lubes tech, Shell
Global petrochemicals set to continue to be supported by China and Asia-Pacific markets according to a new report
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Oil majors set to benefit from latest gas and diesel price rises.
Tags: China, Dexos, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Are Extraordinary Measures still required for the world's economies? Governments in the major continents each have their own challenges to combat.
Tags: China, Europe, North America, View from the Bridge
High interbank lending rates, continued downward economic forecasts and the challenge of implementing National IV emissions standards are all conspiring to put pressure on the Chinese economy, lubes producers and consumers.
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Chinese oil major targets Iceland for potential exploration projects
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
The 5th Paris Peking Rally has its usual share of drama, excitement and tragedy.
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Relaxed Sino-US meeting gets to grips with big issues.
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Domestic standards are improving lubes products.
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
Chinese oil producer could see further pressure on balance sheet through domestic and acquisition issues.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes marketing, PetroChina
Venezuelan oil producer gains China money for domestic production boost
Tags: Chevron, China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes marketing, S America
Fiat's tie-up with Gucci has failed to impress Chinese consumers.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, Fiat, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
US lubes producer boosts output with new plant opening.
Tags: Chevron, China, China lubes news, Lubes marketing, North America
German tyre maker aims at Chinese consumers with safety message
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Deep-diving sub starts a five year survey programme
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Chinese oil major records significant growth from Asian markets
Tags: Asia, China, China lubes news, Lubes marketing, Sinopec
China automaker aims at iconic SUV brand
Tags: automotive industry, China, Great Wall, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Over-production could threaten fuel prices even as emerging economies drive demand
Tags: China, China lubes news, IEA, Lubes marketing, OPEC
China's slowing economy reflected in national auto sales
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New emissions regs could have significant effect on Chinese lubes production and consumption
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes tech
Incentives back on the table for potential overseas auto investors
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Swedish automaker may struggle to win consumers after official approval.
Tags: automotive industry, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia, Volvo
Tensions between China's dipping PMI and expanding auto industry sending mixed messages. Is there a danger of over-reaction to short-term figures? Is China's lubes industry ready to cope with an increasingly competitive market?
Tags: China, CNPC, Lubricants, View from the Bridge
Chinese demand for large vehicles will drive oil demand.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Forecasts, OEM Equipment
Chinese Academy proposes scrapping of monopolies to promote fair trade.
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Henan artists does an amazing disappearing act.
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Chinese authorities are clamping down on dangerous traffic dodging by pedestrians
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China backs Indian oil giant with loan.
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Q1 2013 has brought mixed news for China's oil majors.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes marketing, PetroChina, Sinopec
China major mulls next steps in upstream and downstream investment.
Tags: Australia, China, CNOOC, Forecasts, Lubes marketing
Chinese airline compares biofuel with regular avgas and finds no noticeable difference in performance.
Tags: Aviation, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes tech
Chinese lubes maker to drop low-quality product in the face of quality competition.
Tags: China, CNPC, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes marketing
Chinese carmaker releases first car using Saab technology.
Tags: automotive industry, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Scandinavia
South Korean car maker looking to cash-in on booming China market.
Tags: Asia, China, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, UEIL
Crude processing drops as nation's industrial output slows
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes marketing, PetroChina, Sinopec
African nation looks East to boost local oil economy.
Tags: Africa, China, Forecasts, Lubes news
Chinese automaker looks to claim electric niche in US.
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, innovation, North America, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Volvo
Economic, technical and competitive issues could hinder nation's oil sector
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China's diesel output rose 3.8% in March, with oil demand also increasing after a sluggish start to the year.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes marketing, oil platform
China's latest drive for urbanisation could be good news for the OEM lubes sector and for 'cleaner' infrastructure development. But it could lead to a significant increase in local government debt.
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US Philanthropist and businessman invests heavily in foreign student's gaining a Chinese education
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Hollywood pays attention as a Chinese remake grosses more than $100m in a matter of days.
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Chinese automaker turns to Russia for transmission oils
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The US could drop to second place in the world's oil import league as China's energy hunger continues to increase.
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Close to one third of the Amazonian rainforest could be leased for Chinese exploration
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, S America
OPEC and Brent prices take a hit on China's growth news.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, oil prices
Latest heavy infrastructure investment could offer help to OEMs.
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Chinese golfer become youngest every to win amateur trophy at one of the world's highest profile golf events.
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Oil major subsidiary to help offset refining losses as it follows global trend.
Tags: China, China lubes news, ConocoPhillips, Lubes news, Phillips 66, Sinopec
China sales slow to rise, but still accounts for significant sales of motorcycle oil.
Tags: Asia, China, Forecasts, Lubes marketing, Lubes news
Chinese car maker drops subsidiary brand strategy
Tags: automotive industry, Chevrolet, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
China's major automakers fail to beat off competition in 2012 to post heavy losses.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Gazprom, OEM and automotive
CNPC and Development Bank bosses move into new roles
Tags: China, CNPC, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
China is eyeing a share of the US exploration giant's Kazakh oil interests
Tags: China, China lubes news, ConocoPhillips, Eastern Europe, Lubes news, North America
Two of the world's largest vehicle rental companies are seeking an alliance
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Helix, OEM and automotive
A new plant will produce the latest low-pollution eco-engine.
Tags: automotive industry, China, innovation, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Nissan boss moves the targets for growth after tensions.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Japan, Nissan, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
As the new Chinese leadership is sworn in, CO2 emissions top the agenda for the regime's plans for the future.
Tags: China, CNPC, CO2 emissions, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Record numbers recalled after gearbox fault is identified.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Volkswagen
Latest judgement could have expensive impact on test driving a new car in China
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Another China food scandal - concrete nuts!
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Chinese automaker to boost products output to keep up with market expansion
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State legislators examining possible pricing regs to smooth impact of global oil price fluctuations
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes marketing
Chinese major takes on US oil and gas properties
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, North America, Sinopec
China major set to refurbish UK and China Sea resources.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Europe
Failure to stimulate sales leads to governmental rethink on electric and hybrid policies
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, OEM Equipment
German automaker set to double production over next five years
Tags: China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
Chinese investors aim to buy iconic GM building in New York
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CNPC may form JV with Exxon to exploit Iraqi oil blocks.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, ExxonMobil, Middle East
China's largest oil producers likely to be hit by combination of increased refining costs and fluctuating crude prices and show falling profits for 2012.
Tags: China, CNOOC, CNPC, Corporate News, Forecasts, Renault, Sinopec
New centre aimed at maximising investment in booming auto market
Tags: automotive industry, China, China lubes news, innovation, Lubes tech, Lubricants, Shell
Cleaner fuel is motivation for refurbishment of refineries by China oil majors
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, Lubes tech, Sinopec
Domestic car vehicle brands are gradually starting to make inroads into foreign brand's share of China market
Tags: China, innovation, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Toyota, Volkswagen
Luxury vehicle sales will exceed US market within the next three years.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Forecasts, innovation, Lubes marketing, Nissan
SUVs and MPVs drive China car sales at start of 2013
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, GM, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
ONGC and Oil India have bid for a 20% stake in Mozambique's lucrative Rovuma oil & gas field, but China is also staking a claim
Tags: Africa, China, CNPC, Corporate News, India
The potential deal between CNPC and Rosneft will require careful balancing on both sides, but is the balance of influence in the energy sector shifting from West to East?
Tags: China, CNPC, Rosneft, Russia, View from the Bridge
New vehicle sales and production still buoyant despite expanding used-car market.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, GM, Holly, Nissan, OEM and automotive
English tea plantations turn the tables to export to their oldest tea trading partner
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Many Chinese decide to celebrate New Year abroad.
Tags: And finally, Asia, China, China and finally, Middle East
Cash-for-oil deal discussions underway between Chinese and Russian majors.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, Rosneft, Russia
Bohai Bay field ready to operate again after major spill in 2011.
Tags: China, CNOOC, ConocoPhillips, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Chinese oil major set to take a share in Australian exploration interests
Tags: Australia, China, China lubes news, ConocoPhillips, Corporate News, PetroChina
The oil sands deal has overcome its final major hurdle on the way to completion
Tags: China, CNOOC, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America, shale
Global crude prices may affect domestic adjustments for China's fuel.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Fuchs, Lubes news
China's used car market overtakes new vehicle sales in 2012.
Tags: China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
China's crude oil consumption increased dramatically in 2012 thanks to surplus oil imports
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
2012 is best-ever year for the luxury supercar marque.
Tags: And finally, automotive industry, China, Europe, Ferrari, North America
Non-oil e-commerce and CRM yield serious returns for Chinese oil major.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally, Sinopec
French tyre-maker opens new plant in Liaoning Province.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Europe, OEM and automotive
Chinese automaker likely to be hit by more than 600m Yuan losses after being hit be Japanese boycott.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
Output up but profits fall as China's petrochemical industry affected by economic cool-down.
Tags: additives, China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Lubes tech
Anti-pollution legislation is set a four year schedule
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes tech
Private sector companies set their sights on oil and gas exploration.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
Latin American nation is looking to fill a dollar gap with cash for oil deals with China and Chevron and
Tags: Chevron, China, Forecasts, Lubes news, S America
An outbreak of peace between the two Sudanese nations could mean a major new South-North oil pipeline build to start within the year.
Tags: Africa, China, CNPC, Lubes news
US Iranian sanctions are apparently having an impact on the country, but some exemptions are easing the energy situation.
Tags: China, Lubes marketing, Lubes news, Middle East, North America
Beijing's smog problem is reaching dangerous levels, but should the government be looking to the automotive and oil industries to solve the problem?
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, View from the Bridge
Next piece of Beijing's energy plan forecast to be in place by Spring
Tags: China, CNPC, Forecasts, Lubes news, Middle East
Chinese mllionaire opens car collection as museum.
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Beijing pollution major concern as it reaches record levels
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Luxury car-maker to build supercar exclusively for Chinese super-rich.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, innovation, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment, Porsche
CNPC's 2012 figures show a rise in output but the company still missed its annual oil and gas targets.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Sinopec
Robots bring service with a smile to diners
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Exports booming as China's car majors look abroad for business.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
Major car manufacturers see production levels improve after being hit by protests.
Tags: Asia, automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Japan, Nissan, OEM and automotive, Toyota
Dependence on overseas oil continues to increase even as domestic output increases.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
Latest regulatory decision means China continues imports from Middle East nation.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Middle East
Chinese authorities extend 'cash-for-clunkers' scheme to help in battle against polution
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, OEM Equipment
Record level of service from massive pipeline, with more to come over the next 20 years
Tags: China, China lubes news, Russia
Oilfield continues high output for domestic oil and gas
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, PetroChina
China overtakes Europe as it tops the passenger vehicle sales table
Tags: BMW, China, Corporate News, Europe, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
China's car parc could be significantly boosted again this year as vehicle sales continue to climb
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts, Lubes marketing
Chevron to explore Pearl River Basin with Chinese counterpart
Tags: Chevron, China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Chinese car enthusiasts much more likely to buy online as websites capitalise
Tags: China, China Internet Marketing, e-commerce, Internet marketing
Phillips 66 and Chevron plan 2013 capital budgets worth around $40bn, with Phillips 66 also announcing creation of an MLP.
Tags: Australia, Brazil, Chevron, China, Corporate News, Europe, Phillips 66, Russia
A generally positive outlook for 2013 for the global economy and the oil and lubricants sectors, but the legislators are likely to be the key influencers.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, Lubricants, North America, S America, View from the Bridge
A five year look back at China's growth and some five year predictions from OATS' Chairman, Sebastian Crawshaw as 2013 begins.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Lubricants, View from the Bridge
China major takes another bite out of Canada's oil patch.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America, PetroChina, shale
Resilient home owners expect cash 'on the nail' to move out of the way of progress
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New 2,300km national rail link increases 'harmony' between Chinese cities
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally, rail
Major Chinese supplier to maintain links with Iran despite sanctions
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Middle East, North America, Sinopec
Canada's largest shale oil deal still has a long way to go before completion, despite government approval.
Tags: China, CNOOC, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America, shale
Pressure for new regulation to open crude markets to overseas investors
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Chinese group beats US Johnson to bankrupt battery-maker's assets at auction.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, electric vehicles, North America, OEM and automotive
LNG stations are springing up across China, helped by oil majors' investment, as PetroChina buys into Australia's largest project.
Tags: Australia, China, China lubes news, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes news, Sinopec
China's major oil producers have had little success in a recent domestic auction for exploration blocks.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, CNPC
Forecast shows modest growth in world's fastest growing oil consumer's demand.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
One joint venture ends but another begins for Sino-US carmakers
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Ford, Japan, Mazda, OEM Equipment
German automakers' sales reach new milestone with forecasts for similar figures over the next three years.
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, Corporate News, Europe, OEM and automotive
China's new tax regulations could threaten the domestic LPG market.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Robots forecast to become the core manufacturing resource in China's automotive industry.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Forecasts, innovation
Western car maker looks to South West China for latest production centres
Tags: automotive industry, China, GM, OEM and automotive
Yokohama heads satisfaction table of tyre manufacturers despite Japan tensions
Tags: China, innovation, Japan, OEM and automotive
Japanese car sales are forecast to rally in China as cross-border tensions ease.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts, Toyota
New development zone requires 700 mountains to be 'flattened'
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The world's two biggest economies continue to drive the global money-go-round as Europe battles with its own financial issues. Meanwhile OEMs update their data and mobile technology advances.
Tags: China, ILMA, North America
Canada has give go-ahead tothe CNOOC-Nexen deal, but claims it will be the last foreign energy takeover
Tags: Asia, China, CNOOC, Environment and Regulatory watch, North America, Petronas, shale
OATS discusses the potential impact of China's new leadership on the nation and the lubricants industry.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
French major sells stake in African oilfield to Chinese.
Tags: Africa, China, China lubes news, Corporate News, Europe, Sinopec, Total
China appoints its new Chief and Standing Committee.
Tags: China, China and finally
Revealed: China's most exclusive and expensive business school with an impressive list of alumni
Tags: China, China and finally
New art gallery could rival the best in the world.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally, Europe, North America
Company blames domestic tariffs and gas import losses
Tags: China, China lubes news, Corporate News, PetroChina
China looks to Middle East nation to boost energy imports
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news, Middle East, Russia
Major Sino-European automotive venture is given government approval
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, test
China's desire to encourage the use of Electric Vehicles may be too early for an unwilling market.
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, OEM and automotive, OEM Equipment
People power halts Sinopec plans for new chemical facility
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Sinopec
Co-operation agreement will help energy output and boost national income.
Tags: Africa, China, China lubes news
Increased sales leave overseas competitors in the wake of domestic producers.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Nissan, OEM and automotive, Toyota
Nation's car manufacturers face internal and overseas challenges.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Toyota, Volkswagen
Chinese oil major starts drilling in troubled nation's northern provinces.
Tags: Asia, China, China lubes news, CNPC, PetroChina
Major Australian sell-off by UK-based energy group to Chinese state-owned producer.
Tags: Australia, China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Automakers form strategic alliance in Chinese industry first
Tags: automotive industry, Chevrolet, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
Thew latest forecasts show China's oil and gas output will continue to rise exponentially until 2013
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
Forecasts show new pipeline could be operating at full speed by 2014
Tags: China, Eastern Europe, Forecasts, Lubes news
Middle East bidders on shortlist for new Afghanistan exploration project
Tags: Asia, China, CNPC, ExxonMobil, Lubes news, Middle East
The latest Kline report shows base oil producers are finding new options from Group II stock to fill the declining Group I gap
Tags: China, innovation, Kline, Lubes tech, North America, Shell
Man-made climate change may have started in Roman times according to a new study.
Tags: And finally, China, CO2 emissions, Europe
Up or down? OATS' Chairman Sebastian Crawshaw examines the mixed messages emerging from China's economic numbers and their analysts.
Tags: China, UEIL, View from the Bridge
VW is planning a possible 14th car plant in China
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts
New car brand looks aims at already crowded auto market.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Middle East, OEM and automotive
Latin America increases cash-for-oil trade with China's Development Bank.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news, S America
Sinopec moves into coal and gas
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Sinopec
Saab brand re-vitalised with new electric vehicle production.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, innovation, OEM and automotive, S America
Chinese manufacturer's cut the frills to deliver 'good-enough' products
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, innovation
New regulations to curb sale of defective vehicles
Tags: automotive industry, Chevrolet, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
SUV joint venture announced despite tensions over Japanese producers
Tags: Asia, China, Holly, Japan, Nissan, OEM and automotive, Toyota
Shandong subsidiary takes on forklift maker.
Tags: China, Corporate News, Europe, OEM and automotive
West East pipeline adds to China's Asian gas imports
Tags: Asia, China, CNPC, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
A new lubes report for China to 2015 shows positive news for the nation's lubes industry.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CNOOC, CNPC, Forecasts, Helix, Lubes news, Lubricants, Shell, Sinopec
Virtual shopping is new craze as supermarkets try to catch up with online trend
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Philanthropist replaces cars for owners after anti-Japan protests
Tags: And finally, automotive industry, China, China and finally
CNOOC rivals Sinopec as it builds new storage facility
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Demonstrations and national tension has caused problems for Japanese car makers in China as their competitors take advantage.
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, Japan, Nissan, OEM and automotive, Toyota
First of twelve VLCCs arrives in Middle East.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Middle East
CNOOC's bid for Canada's Nexen has cleared a major legal hurdle on the way to completion.
Tags: China, Corporate News, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America, shale
African state will see significant price drop as China reduces loan rate.
Tags: Africa, China, Environment and Regulatory watch
China's oil majors face profits squeeze and increasing competition at home while looking to develop expansion abroad.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Summer production slow-down reduces dealer glut.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
China is planning to reduce emissions with a massive spend on conservation projects.
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Joint venture between US and Japanese car makers is positive for Ford.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, Mazda, OEM and automotive
A round the world rickshaw rider is taking on an Olympic-sized challenge.
Tags: And finally, Brazil, China, China and finally, Europe
Some of the world's wealthiest motorcyclists have formed a coffee club. Hardly Hell's Angels, then?
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
The mighty Yangtze River has turned a worrying colour for no obvious reason.
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Ford is set to sell its luxury brand in China within two years.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Ford, Forecasts, innovation
Carmaker Geely is looking to capitalise on First Half export sales growth.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Forecasts, innovation
Shale oil and gas producer reveals ambitious plans for the future.
Tags: China, Corporate News, Environment, regulatory and standards, shale
President Obama takes a hardline stance on alleged Chinese car part subsidies.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, N America, Obama
Shell sees mixed messages in China's official fuel and lubes growth figures against its own receding sales numbers.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts, Shell
Anti-Japanese protests damage production at major car plants across China.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Japan, Mazda, Nissan, OEM and automotive, Toyota
Car maker is forced to recal thousands of vehicles in South America, Asia and Australia.
Tags: Asia, Australia, automotive industry, China, OEM and automotive, S America
Chinese company to start business from its megaton energy facility as it eyes Mongolian expansion
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
Authorities give go-ahead for large refinery in Quanzhou
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Middle East, OPEC
Korean company to expand China presence
Tags: Asia, Chevron, China, China lubes news, Lubes news
State-owned oil giant is looking to international bidders for exploration blocks
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Sinopec and PetroChina look for overseas acquisition to offset losses
Tags: China, CNOOC, Corporate News, Forecasts, PetroChina, Sinopec
Sinopec is China's highest earning business again in 2011 with $402bn revenues
Tags: China, Corporate News, Forecasts, Sinopec
China's car sales may receive a boost as many younger buyers turn to loans and credit financing
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
The Olympics, overseas investment and a potential domestic crisis are the key points of this month's article.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
A Chinese-specific brand is set for launch by German automaker, BMW
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, Europe, innovation, OEM and automotive
Taxi crash deaths not caused by battery fire, says investigators.
Tags: China, electric vehicles, Environment and Regulatory watch, OEM and automotive
China's urban population goes shopping...and then goes to IKEA for rest and recouperation!
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
An abundant crop of medals as China's athletes triumph at the 2012 Olympics
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Shell looks to exploit nation's massive shale gas resources
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes news, shale, Shell
With space at a premium, horticulture in China is looking up.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
China oil major looks to $1bn clean energy investment
Tags: carbon capture, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America, Sinopec
Plans announced for country's first moon probe
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Gas production up as China's oil fields fail to deliver.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes news, Sinopec
Chinese oil major suffers the after-effects of last year's oil spill despite recent positive exploration news.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, ConocoPhillips, Corporate News
China's 13th storm causes ship spill.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, marine
Aircraft maker innovates with China's used cooking oil.
Tags: Aviation, bio fuels, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, innovation
ExxonMobil is set to expand its marine supply operations in Shanghai, while CAO has shelved plans to build avgas storage in Malaysia.
Tags: Aviation, China, China lubes news, ExxonMobil, Lubes news, marine
Country's largest annual oil and lubes conference to be hosted by Chengdu
Tags: base oil, China, Forecasts, Lubes news
New plant will strengthen operational activities in China.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Shell
Sharp drop in oil demand reflects slowdown in Chinese economy.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
China's Wanxiang's planned investment in a US battery maker is good news for A123 Systems, but causes unease over IP.
Tags: China, electric vehicles, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, North America
China majors increase investment in drilling rights overseas.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, CNPC, Lubes news, Shell
The Second Half of 2012 is set for growth in China's auto market, but dealer inventories continue to expand.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts
CNOOC announced a massive bid for Canada's Nexen, which has led to a political backlash across North America
Tags: China, CNOOC, Corporate News, North America, shale
The London Olympics brings some short-term cheer to continued economic gloom as the oil majors show depressed Q2 results. Technology could prove to be the salvation.
Tags: China, Europe, North America, View from the Bridge
OATS' Diana Shen's presentation to the 6th Annual ICIS Asian Base Oils & Lubricants conference asks if China's vehicle owners are using the right lubes.
Tags: automotive industry, China, white papers
Floods and the five-year plan; EV sales and China's stockpiling strategy
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
US sanctions do not apply after significant reduction in oil purchases
Tags: Asia, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Middle East
Canadian firm courting Chinese suitors to ease cost pressure
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, North America, shale
Luxury car sales boost JLR's first half figures to add to good news over production.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, OEM and automotive
Group II and III output boosted to meet demand for higher quality lubes.
Tags: base oil, China, China lubes news, Sinopec
China oil major looks to take on Pacifico operation.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, S America
The big-spending, high-roller luxury boom is feeling the effect of government cutbacks.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
New strategy outlined to protect energy and environment for world's fastest growing energy consumer.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts
China oil giant is on the hunt for JVs to operate South China Sea oilfield blocks.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CNOOC, Lubes news
China oil major set to develop major island shipping and storage operation
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news
Geely and Chery boost overseas output in developing countries.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
PetroChina's parent company reports healthy growth in overseas output.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Corporate News, Middle East, PetroChina
China's oil majors have committed to a significant drilling programme in two northern Iraqi oilfields.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, Middle East, Sinopec
After overcoming serious delays, Sinochem is set to boost China's petroluem reserve storage
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts
Energy service provider buys into oilfield services company to strengthen China links
Tags: China, China lubes news, Corporate News
More than half of China's car brands may disappear within five years according to analysts
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
I-phone ice-cream is the latest craze in China. But is it apple flavoured?
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Third time lucky hope for Fiat production in the world's largest auto market.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Fiat, OEM and automotive
China's first female astronaut makes successful space flight
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Ambitious plans for EVs set by national government.
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Further pollution regulations as South China city clamps down on vehicles
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
The US has filed a complaint against China's level import tariffs, while the EC thinks the S Korea agreement may be one-way traffic.
Tags: Asia, automotive industry, China, Europe
Global grease production was at record levels with China leading the way according to the NLGI.
Tags: China, Europe, grease, North America
Chinese automaker pushes for greater product innovation
Tags: automotive industry, China, Great Wall, innovation, OEM and automotive
As China's economy slows and global oil prices drop, there's new stimulus in the world economy. Meanwhile, China's oil majors cut back on overseas investments and China's auto industry continues to boom.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Chinese become hopelessly romantic over luxury cars.
Tags: automotive industry, BMW, China, China and finally, Europe
The Great Wall of China is longer than first believed.
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Chinese majors are reining back on their unconventional oil and gas acquisitions overseas.
Tags: Asia, China, CNOOC, Forecasts, North America, PetroChina, Sinopec
Saab may yet survive with Chinese help, but as an EV manufacturer.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Europe, GM, OEM and automotive
National commodity derivatives including oil set to go on sale to foreign investors.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts, oil prices
Shanghai Automotive has approved a deal that will strengthen GM's strategic position.
Tags: automotive industry, China, GM, North America, OEM and automotive
Kazakh government and oil industry is set to benefit from new deal with China, while CNPC begins operations in Iraq.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Middle East, Russia
China oil giant may collaborate with Norway's state-owned producer.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNPC, Europe, Lubes news, Statoil
Shell to build new storage to supply regional service stations.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Shell
Beijing puts and end to 'blue sky' measure of air quality
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Private car demand and emissions regs clash in auction for new licence plates.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Taizhou refinery is underway for completion in two years.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Nissan moves its luxury brand HQ in Hong Kong
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts, Nissan
China may - or may not - re-introduces scrappage scheme to help overcome sales slump.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Venezuela makes China its largest creditor in an oil for cash deal.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, S America
Auto manufacturing expansion continues as China sales slow
Tags: BMW, China, GM, innovation, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
Chinese automaker seeks permission to seal JV agreement and make initial investment in a new production plant.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
A shipping jam is underway Chinese ports as imports arrive to replace the Iranian oil gap.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Middle East
China's government is determined to cap energy consumption within three years.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts
April's oil demand figures show first annual decline in three years for the world's second largest oil consumer.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
China oil giant to purchase ailing 235,000b/d plant from Valero Energy
Tags: China, China lubes news, PetroChina, S America
Sinochem and Ecopetrol to develop a pipeline to feed Columbian oil to China.
Tags: China, China lubes news, S America, Sinopec
OATS celebrates the First Anniversary Edition of its China Bulletin with a look back at the last 12 months of China's economy and oil industry, with some predictions for the future.
Tags: China, View from the Bridge
Overseas automakers must continue to innovate if they are going to stay ahead in the Chinese market
Tags: automotive industry, China, innovation, OEM and automotive
China continues to pour money into Canada despite oil pipeline delay.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, North America
Stricter emissions regs in China's auto industry is driving up the cost of Palladium.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Tea prices could cause an economic 'bubble' for China's favourite drink
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Money from oil price fluctuations amongst OECD nations could work in China's favour to boost the country's economy.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
Chinese automakers are aiming for increased profitability in 2012 despite a poor 2011.
Tags: Africa, automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts, Great Wall
A Chinese publicity stunt by the Italian car maker hits a wall of internet censure.
Tags: And finally, automotive industry, China, China and finally, Ferrari
Audi is looking to the China market to boost sales beyond 1.5m as BMW opens new dealerships to play catch-up.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
Chinese Government gives go-ahead for acquisition of Galp's Brazilian unit.
Tags: Brazil, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
The fated ocean liner, Titanic, is set for a re-build - only with added safety features.
Tags: And finally, Australia, China, China and finally, marine
Analysts see lubes and grease demand continuing to grow over next five years.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
More luxury car dealerships are springing up across China as Porsche and Aston Martin announce new locations
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, Porsche
Lubrizol is aiming at significant expansion through increased capital expenditure in 2012 and 2013.
Tags: additives, China, Corporate News, Europe, Lubrizol, North America
Geely and Guangzhou look to JVs to boost business.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, Volvo
Chinese automaker SAIC sees 67% profit leap helped by VW joint venture and forecasts a good year to come.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts, Volkswagen
As the popularity of i-Phones rises across China's cities, so does the possibility of a major billing error.
Tags: China, China and finally
Mixed results for CNOOC and Sinopec but both on upward path
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Corporate News, Sinopec
As the West looks East, China's oil majors look to the West in a drive for expansion and profitability. Meanwhile emissions remain high on the agenda of the auto and lubes industries.
Tags: China, CNOOC, PetroChina, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
A comprehensive summary of the 3-day Diesel Emissions Conference and AdBlue Forum held in Beijing at the end of March 2012.
Tags: China, CO2 emissions, Environment, white papers
Argentina surprised the oil and finance world by 'nationalising' YPF, scuppering a potential Sinopec deal and is now looking to Brazil's Petrobras for production investment
Tags: Brazil, Chevron, China, ConocoPhillips, Environment, regulatory and standards, Repsol, S America, Sinopec, Total
China's fast food outlets prove not to be so fast as customers loiter.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Its' spend, spend, spend as new research shows China's rich keep on getting richer.
Tags: And finally, Aviation, China, China and finally, marine
New CNY 4.8bn plant planned for Hangzhou along with Chongquing expansion
Tags: automotive industry, China, Ford, Mazda, OEM and automotive
Petrochemicals giant to build multi-million dollar technology centre.
Tags: China, Corporate News, Middle East, OEM and automotive
China's largest aero fuel company is looking for new short-term supplies after a recent diesel price hike, but forecasts are for a boom in biofuels by 2020.
Tags: Aviation, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts
Foreign auto insurers are rushing to capitalise on China's relaxation of regulations.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Europe, North America
Celanese gains approval for Najing ethanol plant
Tags: additives, bio fuels, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Chinese car makers see profits nosedive after sales drop and Saab fallout takes its toll.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
Chinese automaker aiming to be the nation's largest vehicle exporter
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Europe, OEM and automotive
Ghana will use Chinese finance to develop a major natural gas project.
Tags: Africa, China, China lubes news, Lubes news
Sinopec is looking to acquire national gas provider, China Gas
Tags: China, China lubes news, Sinopec
Iranian oil exports squeezed by lack of Chinese processing and shipping insurance.
Tags: China, China lubes news, marine, Middle East, Sinopec
Xinjiang region targeted for shale oil project
Tags: China, CNPC, Forecasts, PetroChina, Shell
ConocoPhilips and CNOOC have reached agreement with fishermen for spill compensation as CNOOC announces a new Bohai oil find
Tags: China, CNOOC, ConocoPhillips, Environment, regulatory and standards
Superlubricity has moved up from Nano to Micro levels, which could have significant benefits for industrial lubes.
Tags: Australia, China, China lubes news, innovation
Exxon has been overtaken as the world's largest publicly traded oil producer by Chinese rival
Tags: China, China lubes news, Corporate News, ExxonMobil, North America, PetroChina
China is building a second phase of emergency oil storage as forecasts of oil price volatility and continued high demand persist.
Tags: China, Forecasts, Lubes news
Iconic British brands to invest on hopes of government approval of joint deal.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, India, OEM and automotive
Fiat-Chrysler and Volvo seek Chinese partners despite policy limitations
Tags: automotive industry, China, Chrysler, Corporate News, Fiat, OEM and automotive, Volvo
China's coal capital turns to alternative, green industries in an effort reduce dependency on single income source.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
China's annual oil and gas discoveries close to 70 year record high.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news
Dividends for villagers are literally worth their weight in gold.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Restaurants receive official translations for menus.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Organic panda dung tea is all the rage - at a price!
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Profit slumps blamed on weak domestic demand and market saturation
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
French analysts see drive for oil demand coming from the East
Tags: Asia, China, Europe, Forecasts, Lubes news
Rise in crude costs forces government action to hike prices for gasoline and diesel.
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, PetroChina, Sinopec
New EU emissions regulations could put major purchase deal on ice.
Tags: Aviation, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Europe
Sinopec and PetroChina to buy increased Libyan crude output
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Middle East, PetroChina, Sinopec
Private equity giant buys stake in Chinese lubes additive manufacturer.
Tags: additives, Asia, China, China lubes news, Corporate News
Sinopec is set to buy upstream and gas assets from China Petrochemical Corporation.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Corporate News, Sinopec
VW may be forced to recall vehicles fitted with its DSG gearbox following public pressure
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
China's analysts are taking a long, comparative look at growth predictions against reality as China's economy starts to slow, the drive for quality lubes continues but domestic automakers fail to perform.
Tags: China, GDP, Sinopec, View from the Bridge
Growth predictions may prove optimistic for foreign and domestic car makers this year.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Forecasts
Two new reports show significant growth in global oil consumption and specific US demand for synthetic lubes and functional fluids.
Tags: base oil, Brazil, China, India, Lubes news, Lubricants, North America, Russia
BP delivered a strong finish to 2011 and is set to sell Global LPG bottling assets and US natural gas processing operations in Kansas.
Tags: Africa, Asia, BP, China, Corporate News, Europe, North America
A Japanese traveller on a round-the-world trip wins the sympathy of social media users to recover his bike.
Tags: And finally, Asia, China, China and finally, Japan
China bans airlines from entering EU's green levy on long-haul flights
Tags: Aviation, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Europe
Sinopec has begun operations at one of China's largest oil reserve bases in Hebei Province.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Sinopec
China oil major set to boost production and capacity to take on PetroChina
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, PetroChina, Sinopec
Volvo to increase vehicle production through new joint enterprise
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive, Volvo
Two major suppliers to the Chinese vehicle market have set ambitious targets for the year.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Europe, Forecasts, Great Wall
China has a created a battery the size of a soccer pitch.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Multi-billion-dollar deal paves the way for new Guangdong province refinery
Tags: China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Middle East, Q8, Total
US car giant set to increase Chinese production by a third.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, OEM and automotive
French lube producer signs a co-operation deal with China's largest SUV manufacturer.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China lubes news, Corporate News, Europe, Great Wall, motorsport, Total
The ICIS Base Oils Conference provided excellent insights into changes in the global and Chinese lubes industry, particularly new trends in lubes market evolution
Electric vehicles set to overtake hybrids by 2:1 ratio
Tags: automotive industry, China, electric vehicles, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
China's largest oil producer looking for a massive acceleration in output.
Tags: China, CNOOC, Corporate News, Forecasts
Minor accident could cost impoverished chef a lifetime's wages.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Two auto majors to use joint venture to expand Chinese-based manufacturing operations
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, GM, OEM and automotive, Renault
BP and CNOOC are set to collaborate on South China sea drilling.
Tags: BP, China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
Only ten automakers are forecast to produce almost the entire output of China's vehicle production by 2015
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts
New regulations make make recalls and suspension more common for vehicles in China
Tags: automotive industry, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Slow revenue growth report for 2011 by China's oil major
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Corporate News
A slowing economy and New Year celebrations have slowed the auto market in China.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, OEM and automotive, Volkswagen
China's largest car rental company turns to North America to raise capital.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, North America, OEM and automotive
CNOC has agreed significant compensation payments for last year's Bohai oil spill
Tags: China, CNOOC, ConocoPhillips, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Chinese New Year sees massive migration; Sino-Russian relations are critical to China's oil supply and improved vehicle reliability means good news for lubes industry and
Tags: China, Russia, View from the Bridge
Tough EU oil sanctions on Iran may cause price squeeze and complications with China
Tags: China, Forecasts, Middle East
China's entire population moves twice to stay at home.
Tags: And finally, China, China and finally
Overseas car makers are set to have their ambitions trimmed when it comes to investing in China's auto industry.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, Ford, GM, OEM and automotive, Toyota, Volkswagen
Pollution on China's roads is increasing the death rates.
Tags: China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
Sinopec closes largest refinery for repairs with significant loss of output.
Tags: base oil, China, China lubes news, Lubes news, Sinopec
Domestic and overseas car makers aim to defy slowing China market in 2012
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
China Petrochemical is set to clinch two major refinery deals in the Middle East.
Tags: Aramco, China, China lubes news, Corporate News, Sinopec
China's leading offshore producer begins its first domestic drilling project.
Tags: China, China lubes news, CNOOC, Lubes news
IEA lowers short-term estimates but China still on target to lead world oil consumption.
Tags: BP, China, Forecasts, Lubes news
China's largest energy firm announces record output levels, with more to come over the next four years.
Tags: Africa, China, CNPC, Forecasts, Lubes news, Middle East
Additives specialist offers Asian support through new China lab.
Tags: additives, Afton Chemical, Asia, China, Environment, regulatory and standards, innovation
Luxury British automaker is latest to try tapping China's new wealth.
Tags: And finally, automotive industry, China, China and finally
Zhejiang Province is set to benefit from massive domestic investment from China's major oil producers.
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Lubes news, PetroChina, Sinopec
BP joint venture gives China supplier its first bunker fuel sale.
Tags: BP, China, China lubes news, marine, Middle East, Sinopec
CNPC and Afghanistan ink a long-term exploration deal in the Amu Darya Basin.
Tags: Asia, China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news
China car maker reports significant annual export increase.
Tags: China, innovation, OEM and automotive
China's Oil supplier to reach 1m barrels by 2015.
Tags: China, CNPC, Forecasts, Lubes news, Sinopec
2011 proved an 'interesting' year. What will 2012 hold? The initial global signs are generally positive.
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Daylight Energy's sale to Sinopec was sealed at the end of 2011.
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A new global report from ExxonMobil forecasts China's oil demand to peak in 2030, but Asia will still drive growth.
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China's economic growth is a concern for the global economy, but lubricants could benefit from the Chinese drive for better emissions standards.
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Swimmers across two continents brave freezing water for a holiday dip.
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A new banking report puts forecasts China's growth below 8%.
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China is building another massive landmark to rival Dubai's tallest.
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China is expected to become the world’s top buyer of luxury goods by 2015.
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Shell Lubricants has joined Tsinghua University for new friction and surface research
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CNOOC announces start of first oil and gas drilling in Cambodia.
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Car maker Daimler is looking for a Chinese investor to boost market share in domestic sales.
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A subsea pipeline leak ends CNOOC's year on a down beat.
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China is to impose anti-dumping tax on US-made vehicles.
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China's capital aims for highest vehicle emissions standards in 2012
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Two new agreements are set to boost lube storage operations in Oman and China
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Swedish car brand finally declared bankrupt despite last-ditch efforts to save it.
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China finances Latin American revamp of major refinery
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Oil guarantees will repay billion dollar loans to two Latin American countries.
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Individual managers face charges over China's worst oil spill
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China's thirst for oil is set to match the US according to a new report.
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New plant and increased exports in Kuwait but Libyan investments may stall.
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OPTI Canada sale completes as CNOOC builds LNG plant
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VW takes total Chinese assembly plants to 13 by 2013.
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Jordan deals with China and Estonia to develop world's largest shale oil power plants.
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China's plummeting PMI and the knock-on effects of Europe's economic woes mean a long haul for manufacturers and the energy sector.
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Success of China's female entrepreneurs has led to a new business in protection
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Car and battery maker suffers as debts mount
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Success for Chinese space technology with first unmanned space docking.
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World Bank consultant claims oil could exceed $150 within five years.
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China's wine market is cheery and foreign producers look to cash in.
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Russian sales help boost flagging Chinese automakers
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Chinese fans queue for new Apple phone as apps market booms.
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National oil producers given freedom to set refined prices themselves.
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Sinochem is turning to the Shanghai market to raise massive fund injection.
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Shell has disposed of its share in Petcen to Sinopec.
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Sinopec buys stake in Brazilian deep sea oil blocks.
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Canadian officials in negotiation with China as US fails to confirm XL Pipeline route.
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Scientists work on high performance fighter jet lubes and commercial biofuel testing.
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Chemical specialist to produce oxo derivatives from South China factory.
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Latest report claims South China Sea leak was due to inadequate operating procedures.
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Automaker to push for Brazilian market as domestic sales drop.
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Audi and Toyota have both announced strong sales so far in 011.
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South Korean carmaker to establish new factory in Jiangsu as truck manufacturer heads for India
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French oil major to build new Tianjin plant.
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Oil majors increase diesel supply to ease shortages at government's request.
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JD Power reports increasing ownership problems despite improvements over previous years.
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Chinese government's deal approval seemed like salvation for Swedish car maker, but GM proves otherwise.
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The Chinese economy continues to grow, although tough decisions may be required in the manufacturing sector. VW is set to be come the top global automaker.
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The Chinese government toughens auto subsidies to further reduce emissions.
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China's young super-rich put most World Saloon Car grids to shame.
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China is using forecasts of its massive shale gas reserves to attract domestic investment
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CNPC is looking to foreign resources to secure China's oil futures.
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Accommodation comes at a price in Beijing, but size isn't everything.
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China is pushing major auto manufacturers to help provide technology for electric vehicles.
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CNPC ignores tough political environment to broker major export contract
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A mixed third quarter for two of China's largest car makers.
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The launch of a luxury passenger boat ends in an unexpectedly wet result in Lanzhou.
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CNOOC reports a new oil spill in the waters of Bohai Bay.
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Pace accelerates on Chinese vehicle sales despite government restrictions.
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Joint venture signed for heavy truck production.
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CNOOC's purchase of Pan American Energy may fold for political reasons.
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China reduces fuel prices for the first time this year to help reduce the country's inflation.
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China oil major to take on Canadian oil and gas provider.
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OPEC has reduced its demand forecasts for the rest of 2011 and 2012 as global economy weakens.
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China's oil consumption is set for further growth in 2012, but at a slightly reduced rate.
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Hauxin China is set to build a new oil storage facility in the South East
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Chinese demand for crude and finished products at 10-month low.
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Have the latest PMIs created a fog of indecision amongst the world's legislators as they look for a way out further economic crisis? What next for the lubricants market?
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Belarus is extending its activities in Venezuelan exploration
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A Shanghai battery plant has been closed because of accusations of lead pollution leakage
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Europe's financial woes have an impact on China and the country struggles to balance pollution measures against a booming car population.
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A large, rare, litter of pandas have been born in a Chinese research centre.
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A new multi-billion dollar refining operation has received Chinese government go-ahead
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A mixed half for CNOOC, Sinopec and PetroChina
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A new report forecasts a significant rise in China's oil consumption over the next 10 years.
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Oil giant to create JVs with local Shandong refineries
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A new report reinforces the link between high-grade lubes and vehicle engine wear
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Lifan Automobile to build a new components export centre.
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China's main oil producers have cut short-term exports to avoid domestic shortage
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Beijing car owners face a lottery to register new vehicles.
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Nissan is aiming to take on European manufacturers in China's luxury car market.
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China's regulators have blamed TMC for defective Corolla parts
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VW and Daimler are set to invest billions of dollars in China operations.
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Asia's major oil pipeline conference announces key speakers as the event is held in Beijing for the third consecutive year.
Oil major adds to its global technology network with China Service Centre
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The car rental market is flourishing and set to rise further by 2015 according to latest forecasts
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World's major car makers fear China expansion could cause cheap dumping.
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China now second largest car market as vehicle ownership soars
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Firefighters battle to extinguish diesel oil fire.
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Automaker BYD has suffered a serious drop in year-on-year profits with job loses resulting.
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A three-way "farm down" deal could bring the start of Ugandan oil production to within a few months
Tags: Africa, China, CNOOC, Lubes news, Total
Cash-rich United Energy Group is on the lookout for potential purchases worldwide.
Tags: Asia, BP, China, Corporate News
Saab continues to fight closure thanks to a further cash injection while UK arm stays 'unaffected'.
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Demand for lubricants is set to rise steadily through to 2015 according to a new report.
Tags: Africa, Asia, China, Lubes news, Lubricants
Australia's AED Oil in administration after Puffin Oil field arbitration decision goes against them.
Tags: Asia, Australia, China, Corporate News
Indian buyers freed up to repay Iran debts as Ghana looks to payment in kind to offset China loan.
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Somaliland and Ethiopia are hoping new oil deals with China will help revitalise their economies.
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China's internal and external investment in the oil and automotive industries continues, despite a changing economic backdrop and safety issues.
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New report suggests that China's oil SOEs are making poor overseas investments.
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Questions remain over the Bohai oil spill as new leaks appear and private and state lawsuits are threatened.
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State researchers predict an upswing in China's car sales.
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Nissan's Chinese division plans to almost double annual sales within the next five years.
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China's rising inflation could be stemmed by increased pork supplies.
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Lubrizol's Q2 figures take a dip, but there are plans for a major R&D centre in China.
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China is showing an overall increase in sales, although some sectors are slow.
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Oil sands developer OPTI Canada is set for sale to CNOOC Luxembourg.
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Wrapping fashion catches on with Chinese car owners.
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Levies on China's energy industries could be significant under new reforms
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CNPC refinery catches fire in Liaoning Province and a furnace explodes at Gazprom's Omsk plant.
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China is set to secure Venezuelan crude imports to secure its oil futures.
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China's oil demand has slowed significantly and may stay below forecast levels.
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Guiyang is set to follow Beijing in restricting car sales in the city.
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North China sea oil spill continues to seep and spread according to the SOA
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Two major oil spills in China's Bohai Sea is followed by a CNOOC refinery explosion.
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Automakers from Asia and Europe are spurred on by China's booming car market.
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China is increasing its global oil presence with new investments in the Middle East, Africa and South America
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Chongqing Lifan is to set up an auto production plant in Brazil.
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PetroChina has signed a joint venture agreement for refining operations in Scotland and France.
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Overloading of trucks is causing havoc on China's roads, but tougher penalties are looming.
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Environmental issues dominate this month's View from the Bridge - from Europe to the US and China, automotive to aviation.
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Production at lubes plants now on-stream in Asian countries as part of a deal with UMW
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Statoil has made significant oil discoveries around its Peregrino Field in Brazil.
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Celebrations across the country as China's modern Communist Party celebrates its 90th Anniversary.
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July 1 has been announced as the mandatory date for all gasoline vehicles to meet China IV emissions standards
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CNPC and Shell set to embark on a major refinery in Zhejiang Province
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Regulations will force OEMs to keep up with higher performing fluids
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A potential joint venture for shale gas exploration has failed to materialise for PetroChina
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A return to real horse-power for a Chinese business man and his secretary.
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Zhengzhou is planning to boost the use of biodiesel over the next five years using local oil waste.
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Beijing is set to introduce a vehicle scrappage scheme in an effort to reduce pollution as JD Power predicts boom in China car sales
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South Korea's lubes makers are targeting new routes into the Chinese lubes market through the automotive industry.
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PetroChina reports significant losses for the start of 1011 but product sales keep it ahead.
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Saab returns to production as normal after two Chinese companies take a stake
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Shell pulls out of Kashagan oil project leaving it in doubt.
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Gas negotiations are set for a positive outcome while oil pipeline prices are agreed.
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, Gazprom, Russia
Volvo's global sales have been boosted by a buoyant Chinese market, along with Ford and Mercedes, but GM dips slightly.
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Australia's Petsec is set to sell its Chinese assets to invest in US shale oil.
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Ferrari have a presence in India and the International Space Station.
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China is a major investor in the Alberta region according to Canadian officials.
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China Offshore builds the country's largest deep rig and sells shares in China Sea and Middle East blocks.
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Bentley has seen record sales in China as local manufacturers push to increase sales
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Chinese and Russian producers are set to build a multi-billion dollar refinery for 2015.
Tags: car auctions, China, China lubes news, CNPC, Lubes news, Rosneft, Russia
A third Chinese company has now stepped forward as a likely saviour of the Saab brand.
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Statistics for March 2011 show China's lubes output continuing to grow.
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Lexus Lubrication Oil Ltd has gained API SN/GF-5 accreditation for its motor oil products.
Tags: China, China lubes news, GF-5, Lubes news, Lubricants
A new commercial lubricants guide is set to raise standards of lubes use across the sector.
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Forecasts from Sinolub predict a steady rise in the growth of the Chinese lubes market over the next three years.
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The biofuels market could supply almost one third of the transport industry's needs by 2050 according to IEA forecasts.
Tags: bio fuels, China, Environment and Regulatory watch, Forecasts, India
China, Beijing and the automotive manufacturers lay out their plans for combating and controlling emissions.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards
The auto industry continues a slow recovery after massive production losses following the earthquake but Nissan still posts a profit.
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There are mixed fortunes for Japanese lubes production and sales as the country recovers from the earthquake and tsunami.
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Sinopec is pushing its Great Wall brand to grow its share of the domestic high-quality lubes market despite external pressure.
Tags: China, China lubes news, Great Wall, Lubes news, Sinopec
Giant jellyfish are causing a massive problem for Japanese fishermen after floating from China
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A lucky escape for a truck driver and passenger after a massive hole appears in a Beijing road.
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The Saab brand has received more finance from China, this time through Hawtai Motor Group.
Tags: automotive industry, China, Corporate News, OEM and automotive
China's BAIC is looking to break into the top ranks of the auto manufacturers in the next five years.
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Major auto manufacturers and OEMs look ahead to a prosperous Chinese market at a Shanghai conference
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A new report shows growth potential for S.Asia in environment-friendly lubricants
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Citroen were involved in the closest World Rally event ever recorded.
Tags: automotive industry, China, China and finally, Middle East, motorsport
SK Group has posted record exports during a positive Q1.
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Q1 results from Shell and Exxon show a good start to 2011 as does BP and it's Russian subsidiary TNK-BP
Tags: BP, China, Corporate News, Europe, ExxonMobil, N America, Russia, Shell
Marine lubes need innovative performance lubes as costs and regulations change shipping use.
Tags: China, Environment, regulatory and standards, innovation, marine, Total
China and Brazil's leading oil producers join forces in co-operation deal
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Growth in the Indian lubes market will be driven by the automotive sector but won't be "huge" according to Castrol India's COO.
Tags: automotive industry, Castrol, China, Forecasts, India, Lubes news, Lubricants
A Vietnamese scientist has found a local mineral solution for recycling motorcycle lubes
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A joint venture between Sinopec and Infineum is topping China's national lube production chart.
Tags: China, Infineum, Lubes news, Lubricants, Sinopec
Total is to invest in a new lubes blending plant set to open in 2012.
Tags: China, Corporate News, Total
The European Commission has published its White Paper on Tranport, setting goals for the EU to 2050.
Tags: automotive industry, China, CO2 emissions, Environment and Regulatory watch, Environment, regulatory and standards, Europe, marine
AdBlue diesel additive demand set to increase in China according to new Integer report
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China's industrial lube prices are set to rise, while US and Russian base oil production moves ahead.
Tags: base oil, China, Lubricants, N America, Russia
Indonesia's Pertamina is set to invest in an Asian lubricants production plant
Tags: Africa, Asia, China, Corporate News, Japan, Lubricants
Singaporean company in joint venture to develop castor fields for bio projects.
Tags: Asia, bio fuels, China, Inovation and environment
Sales of Ferrari sports cars are hitting record levels in China and the US - VW delivers 7 million vehicles
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A new report keeps China and India in the driving seat for base oils, but the supply landscape may change.
Tags: Asia, automotive industry, base oil, China, India, Lubes news
Shell has laid the foundations for its largest global grease production plant in Zhuhai, China.
Tags: China, grease, Lubes news, Shell
Spain's Repsol has signed a five year distribtuion deal with UMW.
Tags: Asia, China, Corporate News, Lubricants, Repsol
GS Caltex and Samsung C&T are to join forces to push into China's rapidly growing lubes market.
Tags: Asia, China, Corporate News, Lubricants
China has announced the inclusion of coal-to-oil projects in its latest energy development plan.
Tags: China, Lubes news, Lubricants
Chinese tyre maker, DMACK, have signed an exclusive deal for the 2011 World Rally Championship.
Tags: And finally, automotive industry, China, motorsport
CNPC and Sinopec have announced increases in base oil prices from the beginning of May.
Tags: base oil, China, Lubes news
Ferrari launces its fastest ever road going sports car at the Bejing Motorshow
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Labelling and chemicals lead the news this month, ups and downs for BASF, China's Sinopec revealed its global ambitions for the lubricants market and why grease is good for the bottom line.
Tags: BASF, China, ILMA, Japan, Middle East, Nippon Oil, Sinopec
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