Procurement Outlook
Supply chain challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have underlined the importance of the partnerships between distributors, lubricant manufacturers, and raw material suppliers. The pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain, eventually leading to longer lead times for raw materials due to shortages in the industry. A shortage of truck drivers has also resulted in difficulty delivering finished lubricants.
Procurement specialists consider five key categories for evaluating lubricant suppliers:
Identification of strengths and weaknesses are crucial while considering the success of OEMs, distribution channel partners, and end-users. The engagement model between the client and supplier must be selected based on their unique criteria to ensure supply reliability and adequate support.
Demand Outlook
The global lubricants market size was valued at USD 125.81 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2021 to 2027. The growing manufacturing of vehicles and their spare parts is expected to fuel the demand for automotive oils and greases. Asia Pacific is the largest market for lubricants. Prominent trends that the market is witnessing include the evolution of bio-based lubricants, the improvement of low-viscosity lubricants to fit present machinery, demand for polyamide resins in industrial applications, and growth opportunities/investment opportunities
Lubricant prices and availability are highly driven by the lubricant stock (base oil) in the region. The US and Europe have shifted their base oil stock to Group 2 and Group 3 stocks respectively, while Asian and LATAM markets continue using Group 1 and Group 3 stocks.
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Cost Drivers
The increasing demand for high-performance lubricants is expected to fuel the growth for premium products, owing to better and improved properties, such as reduction inflammability, wear and tear reduction in gear mechanism, and improved service life. High-performance lubricants are designed for high and low temperatures, dusty, damp, or otherwise exceptional environment, but they also help to optimize the maintenance and servicing cycle of the equipment by using the best-suited oils and greases, resulting in cost- effective manufacturing process.
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