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Castrol

Castrol is the principal company of the Lubricants division of the Burmah Castrol Group. Founded in 1899 by C.C. Wakefield, today Castrol is one of the world's leading international lubricants companies. Employing over 11,500 people, Castrol's marketing, manufacturing, distribution, research and development facilities are strategically located throughout the world.

Best known for its automotive lubricants, Castrol also produces a wide range of industrial and marine lubricants, and a wide range of other speciality products. Other businesses being developed include industrial cleaners and releasants.

The Company manufactures products in local plants and markets and distributes through operating units in over 50 countries, and an agency network covering over 100 others. Each Castrol unit concentrates on its own market, enabling quick and effective reaction to the specific needs of local customers, while using the knowledge and support of a worldwide infrastructure.

In order to provide high performance, technologically advanced products, Castrol carries out its own research and development at laboratories around the world, often working closely with leading manufacturers, scientific and technical centres and universities. This background has earned Castrol its unparalleled reputation for innovation and quality.

The central international headquarters in the UK provides co-ordinating and advisory services for Castrol's business throughout the world.



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