The Mumbai-based lubricant manufacturer has announced strategic alliances with three major construction equipment makers to supply OEM-approved lubricants designed for India's infrastructure development and demanding operating conditions.
19 Jan 2026 | 195 Views | By Sarthak Mahajan
Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. (GOLIL) has entered into partnerships with ACE - Action Construction Equipment Ltd, Ammann India, and XCMG to expand its presence in the construction and infrastructure segment. The collaborations will enable Gulf to supply specialized lubricants tailored for various construction equipment operating in Indian conditions.
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Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd. (GOLIL) has entered into partnerships with ACE - Action Construction Equipment Ltd, Ammann India, and XCMG to expand its presence in the construction and infrastructure segment. The collaborations will enable Gulf to supply specialized lubricants tailored for various construction equipment operating in Indian conditions.
The partnership with ACE builds upon an existing relationship, with Gulf introducing new products to the ACE Genuine Oil Range. These lubricants are formulated for ACE's equipment portfolio, which includes cranes, backhoe loaders, compactors, motor graders, forklifts, tractors, and harvesters.
Gulf's collaboration with Ammann India, which holds over 60 percent market share in asphalt mixing plants, designates Gulf as the official lubricants partner for Ammann's complete equipment range. The partnership will supply products under the Ammann Genuine Oil range, with plans to develop specialized formulations for future equipment.
The company has also partnered with XCMG, a global construction equipment manufacturer, to launch XCMG-branded genuine lubricants in the Indian market.
Ravi Chawla, Managing Director and CEO of Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd., noted that infrastructure has been a strategic focus for the company for over 15 years. He emphasized that the partnerships with leading OEMs would enable the delivery of application-specific lubricant solutions aimed at improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and optimizing total cost of ownership.
Gulf currently maintains more than 50 OEM associations across automotive, industrial, and construction sectors. The company reports consistent double-digit growth in this segment.
In addition to the partnerships, Gulf has launched a new lubricant range including Fire-Resistant Hydraulic Oil, Energy-Efficient Zinc-Free Hydraulic Oil, CEV V Diesel Engine Oil, synthetic formulations, and Synthetic Gear Oil 75W90.
Gulf Oil Lubricants India Limited, part of the Hinduja Group and Gulf Oil International, operates manufacturing and research facilities in Silvassa and Ennore, Chennai. The company distributes products across India and exports to over 25 countries.