2026 Energy Trends
A look at what matters for the lubricant and base oils industry As we put together our view of the trends that will shape the
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A look at what matters for the lubricant and base oils industry As we put together our view of the trends that will shape the
Trend 1: Immersion cooling will expand beyond data centers, with power density driving demand Immersion and other liquid cooling approaches are moving past early trials and
Trend 1: Synthetics will continue to move mainstream, but the landscape will grow more complex Synthetics have shifted from a premium niche to the dominant
Trend 1: Capacity additions will reshape competitiveness, bringing market risk for buyers Capacity additions are reshaping—and will continue to reshape—the competitive dynamics of the base oils industry,
Africa’s lubricants industry is on the move. The continent’s growing vehicle population, industrial expansion, and infrastructure investments are fueling steady demand across both automotive and
Explore how lubricant marketers can navigate Europe’s fragmented landscape, uncovering high-value opportunities amid regulatory shifts, electrification, and industrial transformation. Europe is a mature lubricant market,
The Need for Green Energy for “Sustainable” Cloud Growth The world is racing to build digital infrastructure at an unprecedented pace. Every search, stream, or AI model
Is the Dominance of Water or Glycol Coolants at Risk? The challenge of boosting battery performance in electric vehicles (EVs) without compromising safety or incurring
The Thick End of the Market Brightstocks have long been recognized as the backbone of heavy-duty lubricant formulations. These ultra, heavy base oils have powered
A decade ago, immersion cooling was a niche fix for crypto miners trying to keep their rigs from overheating. Fast forward to today, and it’s
