SAN RAMON, Calif., May 14, 2025 -  Chevron Oronite is proud to announce its sponsorship and presentation of three technical papers at the 79th Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) Annual Meeting & Exhibition. The event will take place from May 18 to May 22 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Devin Wall, fundamentals research associate, and Ashish Jha, lead research scientist at Chevron Oronite, will present “Insights into Synergistic Workings of Additives Improving Engine Cleanliness” on Wednesday, May 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. This presentation examines how synergistic interactions within lubricating oil formulations may be harnessed to increase lubricant longevity and improve engine cleanliness.

Kuldeep Mistry, lead research scientist, and Devin Wall, fundamentals research associate at Chevron Oronite, will deliver a presentation titled “Bench Friction Evolution of Lubricant Formulations to Understand Engine Fuel Economy” on Thursday, May 22, from 3:20 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. This presentation will highlight how optimized high-performance lubricants improve engine fuel economy and performance through advanced additive technologies for automotive engine lubricants.

On Thursday, May 22, Jessica Tanuwidjaja, lead research scientist in the Chemistry Development & Fundamentals team at Chevron Oronite, will present “Structure-Property of Functionalized Sulfur-Containing Antiwear Additives for Driveline Applications” from 4:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. In this presentation, performance and properties of various sulfurized antiwear additives will be discussed to enable better componentry design addressing driveline wear needs. 

"We are excited to present our groundbreaking research at this year's STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition. Our innovative technology reflects our achievements in overcoming various challenges within the lubricant industry," said Lorraine Reyes, vice president, Global Technology, Chevron Oronite.

The STLE conference will feature a diverse array of technical presentations, application-based case studies, best practice reports, and discussion panels covering various technical topics and market trends. Additionally, the exhibition will highlight the latest products and services that are of interest to lubrication professionals globally, representing a comprehensive range of corporate, government, and academic institutions. 

For additional information about the STLE conference, please visit the official website: STLE.org. 

About Chevron Oronite

Chevron Oronite is a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of fuel and lubricant additives, helping provide solutions to customers globally. Headquartered in San Ramon, California (USA), Chevron Oronite maintains regional offices in Houston (Americas Region), Paris (Europe-Africa-Middle East Region), and Singapore (Asia-Pacific Region); operates manufacturing sites in Belle Chasse, Louisiana (USA), Gonfreville (France), Singapore, Ningbo (China) and Mauá (Brazil); an affiliated blending and shipping plant in Omaezaki, Japan; technology centers in the USA, France, the Netherlands, Japan and China and has interests in additive companies operating in other locations, including India.  Learn more about Chevron Oronite at www.oronite.com.

Chevron Oronite is comprised of numerous affiliates that are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Chevron Corporation. For simplicity in this news release, the terms “Chevron Oronite” and/or “Oronite” are used as abbreviated references to Chevron Corporation affiliates that are part of the Chevron Oronite business unit. Nothing in this document is intended to override or supersede the corporate separateness of these entities.

About Chevron
Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to enabling human progress. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We aim to grow our oil and gas business, lower the carbon intensity of our operations and grow new businesses in renewable fuels, carbon capture and offsets, hydrogen, power generation for data centers, and emerging technologies. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.