Harriet Brice
Technology Manager, Marine Diesel Engine Oils
Shipping's Journey to Decarbonization
October 15, 2021
As the shipping industry moves to a low carbon future, lubricant additive manufacturers will play a key role.
Fuel Demand Drives Evolution in Lubricant Testing
August 19, 2020
Lubricant additive packages may be the key to solving some of the problems associated with very low sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO).
Keeping Engines Running Amid 2020 Fuel Challenges
July 15, 2020
Early reports on the variable quality of very low-sulphur fuel oils confirm research highlighting the need for robust cylinder lubrication when using the new fuel blends.
Enabling IMO 2020 Compliance
February 05, 2020
Over the last decade, marine diesel cylinder lubricants have been focused on controlling corrosion, with higher base number (BN) lubricants being effective at neutralizing sulfuric acid generated by the combustion of high sulfur fuels.
The VLSFO Challenge: Looking Deeper for Lubricant Performance (Part 2)
January 29, 2020
Legacy cylinder oils may not protect ship engines from very low sulphur fuel oil; we look at the impact of 2020 fuels and how to lubricate for VLSFOs.
The VLSFO Challenge: Looking Deeper for Lubricant Performance (Part 1)
January 15, 2020
Legacy cylinder oils may not protect ship engines from very low sulphur fuel oil; we look at the role of lubricants and how to select the right one.