As cleaner mobility, stringent emission norms and smarter fleet operations reshape the commercial vehicle industry, Nandan Petrochem is investing in advanced lubricant technologies, sustainable manufacturing and continuous innovation to support the journey towards 2030.
The commercial mobility industry is entering a transformative decade driven by sustainability, digitalisation and the growing need for operational efficiency. Sharing his outlook for 2030, Mr. Vikas Gupta, CEO, Nandan Petrochem Limited, believes India’s rapidly expanding manufacturing, logistics and transport sectors will create significant opportunities for companies that continuously innovate to support cleaner and more efficient mobility.
“The future of mobility will be powered by cleaner technologies, smarter lubricants and collaborative innovation across the automotive ecosystem,” said Mr. Gupta. “The industry’s focus is steadily shifting from vehicle ownership to efficiency, sustainability and total cost of ownership.”
Lubricants Evolving with Future Mobility
According to Mr. Gupta, the lubricant industry must continuously evolve alongside changing vehicle technologies and stricter environmental regulations. The transition to BS VI and the proposed BS VII emission norms is increasing demand for advanced lubricants and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (AdBlue®), while the growing adoption of alternative fuel technologies is creating new opportunities for product innovation.
He emphasised that modern lubricants must go beyond basic engine protection by improving combustion efficiency, enhancing fuel economy, lowering emissions and contributing to reduced operating costs. As commercial fleets focus more on uptime and lifecycle performance, lubricant manufacturers will play an increasingly important role in supporting sustainable transport.
Mr. Gupta also highlighted that collaboration between OEMs, lubricant manufacturers, fleet operators and policymakers will become essential to build an integrated ecosystem that delivers both environmental benefits and higher operational profitability.
Strengthening Innovation for 2030
Looking ahead, Nandan Petrochem is focused on expanding its portfolio of advanced lubricant and fluid technologies under the VELVEX brand for commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, agricultural machinery and industrial equipment. Alongside continuous product development, the company is investing in sustainable manufacturing practices and eco-friendly packaging to meet evolving customer and environmental expectations.
Research and development remains central to the company’s long-term strategy as it strengthens its presence in both domestic and international markets while supporting the automotive industry’s transition towards cleaner mobility.
“Our vision is to be a preferred partner in the high-performance lubricants space by continuously investing in innovation, sustainability and operational excellence,” Mr. Gupta shared. “By delivering products that improve efficiency, reduce emissions and support evolving mobility technologies, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the future of India’s automotive and commercial mobility ecosystem.”
“The future of mobility will be powered by cleaner technologies, smarter lubricants and collaborative innovation across the automotive ecosystem.”