Univar Solutions signs exclusive UK distribution deal for Petronas Lubricants

Univar Solutions is to exclusively distribute Petronas Lubricants in the UK from November, providing customers with lubricant products and services for cars, trucks, vans, agricultural vehicles, and motorcycles.

Univar Solutions uses a dedicated hub/spoke model, with an extensive warehouse, transportation and distribution network to meet the demand for finished lubricants from automotive and industrial market customers.

Under the agreement, Univar Solutions will help support Petronas Lubricants International’s (PLI) growth objectives for the territory to ensure the brand sustains a strong foothold in the third largest lubricants market in Europe. On behalf of PLI, Univar Solutions will continue sales of all product ranges currently available in the UK market. 

Nigel Hayes, senior vice president, Univar Solutions, said: “This is a strong strategic partnership for both Univar Solutions and PLI. Suppliers like PLI rely on us to help reduce supply chain complexity while providing enhanced service such as reduced lead times to the market.”

Giuseppe Pedretti, PLI EMEA managing director, said: “Univar Solutions has a strong footprint in the UK IML industry. This partnership will undoubtedly prove to be valuable for our business and growth ambitions in both OM and IML. Both parties are committed to a smooth transition process, and we are confident the team at Univar Solutions will provide our UK partners with the highest service level, whilst enabling an efficient supply-chain through their strong distribution network.”