Castrol South Africa
Castrol South Africa’s manufacturing and distribution of lubricants to a hose of industrial sectors remains unrivalled, as its numerous globally-significant partnerships continue to elevate the brand to new levels
Castrol SA
Second to NoneWriter: Matthew StaffProject Manager: Ben Weaver Castrol South Africa (SA) continues to leverage a brand name which stands head and shoulders above the majority of the global market competition, as its adherence to operational excellence and partnerships with some of the most renowned organisations drives the Company forward.As a world-leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of premium lubricating oils, greases and related services to the automotive, industrial, marine, aviation, exploration and production sectors, Castrol’s influence and recognition stretches far beyond the bounds of its UK headquarters with a presence in more than 40 countries as of 2015.Employing more than 7,000 people in the process, and also supported by a series of third party distributors ensuring that its products breach every corner of the globe, Castrol is one of a select few Groups who can truly claim to enjoy worldwide success.This is not to say that it adopts a one-size-fits-all approach, however, with the Company quickly realising that a commitment to local regulations and trends would be pivotal to its longevity.While these trends often catch up on an international scale in time, the ability to strike while the iron is hot, especially in the emerging market of Africa, is key, and Castrol is currently honing two vital areas in its South African operations to that end.Health and safety is clearly a key performance indicator in most manufacturing operations but in South Africa, there is still room for improvement, and Castrol continues to lead the way in introducing innovative approaches for the safety of its employees.On a more all-encompassing, external…
Castrol SA
Liquid EngineeringAs a world leader in oil and lubricant manufacturing, Castrol are moving with the times when it comes to designing an oil fit for the modern consumerWriter Emily JarvisProject Manager Ben Weaver Here’s a thought. When you are driving your car to work every day you don’t spend a great deal of time thinking about the engine lubricant. Although it is an essential component in your engine, it receives no more attention than the margarine in a sandwich. Castrol knows that for an engine to work to the absolute best of its potential you need oil that has been developed alongside the engine itself; which is exactly what the company has been doing for over a century.There can be no doubt that Castrol is the world leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of premium lubricating oils, greases and related services to the automotive, industrial, marine, aviation, oil exploration and production industries around the world. The company is headquartered in the UK and operates in over 40 countries, employing approximately 7,000 staff worldwide. In nearly 100 other markets, the company are represented by third party distributors who market and sell their products locally. Further, the Castrol delivery network extends throughout 140 countries, covering 800 ports, and the company has partnered with over 2000 distributors and agents globally.Put simply, nothing comes close to matching this internationally renowned business in terms of specialisation or longevity.Top of the Line ProductsCastrol offers lubricants for virtually all domestic, commercial and industrial applications. For automotive lubrication (including motorcycles 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, car petrol…
Castrol South Africa
Running smoothly Castrol South Africa has been making oil since men have been making cars. Writer Chris Farnell Project manager Sheridan Halls When you're driving your car it's possible you don't spend a great deal of time thinking about the engine lubricant. It's an essential part of your engine, sure, but it's like the margarine in a sandwich - you don't tend to think of it as the most essential component. And yet Castrol knows that for an engine to work to the absolute best of its potential you need an oil that has been developed alongside the engine itself. That's what it has been doing for over a century. "We're a global company that's been around over 100 years and we continue to shape the whole industry," explains Castrol South Africa's marketing director, Shren Moodley. "We're about driving new technology and leading the agenda for our market sector. We work in the automotive, the industrial, aviation, marine, and mining sectors. We've got a wide portfolio and a depth of over 100 years experience. There simply aren't many businesses in the market that can match us for specialisation or longevity." Castrol uses its experience to create a top of the line product. "We're a premium brand and a market leader," Moodley says. "We're slightly more expensive than most products on the market, but what most people don't know is that we invest that money right back into our research and development. We continue to keep our R&D breakthroughs going forward, just as we have continued to…
