L&T, Gulf Oil jointly launch genuine oils for CE
Construction and Mining Machinery Business of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T-CMB) and Gulf Oil Lubricants India have collaborated to launch a range of genuine oils to cater to the distinct and technologically progressive needs of the Construction Equipment sector.

This strategic agreement was signed between Ravi Chawla, MD and CEO, Gulf Oil and Arvind K Garg, EVP and Head, L&T-CMB, in Bengaluru in the presence of senior executives –Deepak Tiwari, Head-Infra, Mining and Fleet Management Business and Vivek Tomar, Head-Construction OEM of Gulf Oil and Vivek Hajela, Vice-President-CEB and KA Sravan Kumar, Head – Product Support of L&T-CMB.  

The range of products include hydraulic oil, specially formulated for wheel loader and genuine grease, which meets the needs of the Road Construction equipment, manufactured by L&T Construction Equipment (LTCEL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of L&T. These genuine iils will be distributed by L&T-CMB exclusively through its authorised dealers pan-India. Other products, which are under development and will be released progressively, are hydraulic oil and roller oil for compactors and transmission oil for wheel loaders. 

Speaking on the launch, Chawla said, “We are extremely delighted to have partnered with L&T-CMB. Our association aims at collectively working towards offering constructive and effective solutions to the ever-advancing demands of the industry. I am sure this partnership will grow to benefit the industry and aid in raising the service standards."

In his address, Garg said, “Coinciding with the 75 years of valued association with the construction and mining machinery Industry, we have been working on enhancing industry-specific initiatives. This partnership with Gulf Oil is yet another effort to provide a larger platform for our Made-in-India products and a superior offering to customers to ensure higher machine uptime and a distinctive machine-owning experience.â€

Gulf Oil Lubricants India is a leading Lubricant manufacturing and marketing company in the country today. A part of the Hinduja Group owned Gulf Oil International, Gulf Oil India offers premium products and services to a wide customer base spreading across a multitude of sectors. Through its focused, sector wise approach, Gulf Oil is the leader in the Infrastructure segment, consistently delivering on its promise of quality products and reliable services, to help play a part in the overall building of the nation’s infrastructure.

Larsen & Toubro is an Indian multinational engaged in EPC projects, hi-tech manufacturing and services. It operates in over 50 countries worldwide. A strong, customer–focused approach and the constant quest for top-class quality have enabled L&T to attain and sustain leadership in its major lines of business for eight decades.

Established in 1945, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery is a pioneer in Excavator technology in India and has been at the forefront of introducing digital and customer-centric initiatives. Over the years, L&T has nurtured business partnerships with global leaders, Komatsu-Japan and Scania-Sweden to offer products, that conform to international standards of quality, safety and reliability. L&T Construction Equipment Limited is involved in manufacturing an entire range of Road Machinery, Wheel Loaders and Special Attachments using indigenous technology. Inspired by the legacy of 75 glorious years, L&T-CMB will cross new milestones in its journey as a trusted partner in nation-building as well as in fulfilling the mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat.