Corporate procurement of lubricants: how OilGroup helps businesses save

For modern businesses in Uzbekistan and Central Asia, the issue of cost reduction and efficiency improvement is especially pressing. With rising prices for fuel, spare parts, and service, enterprises are looking for ways to optimize expenses without compromising quality. One of the key areas in this process is corporate procurement of lubricants.

Lubricants — engine and industrial oils, hydraulic fluids, transmission oils — make up a significant share of operating expenses. According to the World Bank, transport and equipment maintenance account for up to 15–20% of enterprise costs in Central Asia, with oils and filters representing up to 10% of this budget.

OilGroup Uzbekistan™, the official macro-distributor of Shell and Donaldson in Uzbekistan, offers its clients a comprehensive solution in corporate procurement that significantly reduces costs and increases equipment reliability.

Corporate procurement is a centralized supply process in which a company purchases lubricants and filters from an official distributor under long-term cooperation terms.

Unlike one-time purchases from different suppliers, corporate procurement provides:

• price stability;
• budget transparency and predictability;
• guarantee of genuine products;
• comprehensive support (logistics, analysis, forecasting).

1. Special business pricing
Bulk purchases make it possible to reduce the cost per liter of oil. On average, according to the Uzbek market, the difference between retail and corporate pricing can reach 15–25%.
For example, with an annual demand of 50 tons of lubricants, savings amount to 200 million to 350 million soums.

2. Order and inventory forecasting
OGT Petrochemicals helps clients create a procurement schedule that takes into account seasonality and equipment workload. This prevents situations of shortages or overstocked warehouses.

3. Assortment optimization
As part of the audit, our specialists create a lubrication map of the enterprise, showing which products are actually needed. Often it turns out that the assortment can be reduced by 20–30% without affecting equipment performance, which lowers inventory costs.

4. Logistics savings
We organize delivery directly to the client’s enterprise, optimizing routes and schedules. For large orders, supply consolidation is possible, which reduces transportation costs.

According to industry research:

• The total lubricants market in Central Asia exceeds 400,000 tons per year, of which about 40% is accounted for by Uzbekistan.
• The country has more than 3.5 million vehicles and thousands of units of industrial equipment, creating high demand for quality oils.
• At the same time, the share of counterfeit or low-quality oils on the market can reach 20%, posing risks for businesses.

This data confirms that corporate procurement from an official distributor is not only about saving money but also about protecting equipment.

1. Official distributor of Shell and Donaldson
We guarantee the authenticity of the products and compliance with international API, ACEA standards and the requirements of leading equipment manufacturers.

2. Personalized terms
Corporate clients receive individual offers:

• special pricing;
• deferred payment (by agreement);
• flexible delivery schedules.

3. Technical support
OilGroup provides services for:
laboratory oil analysis;
selection of equivalents;
staff training;
disposal of used oils and fluids.

4. Comprehensive approach
We cover the entire cycle: from product selection and budgeting to delivery and ongoing support.

1. How do corporate purchases differ from wholesale market purchases?
Corporate purchases involve long-term relationships with an official distributor, fixed pricing, and ongoing support (logistics, analysis, forecasting). In the market, purchases are usually one-time transactions without guarantees of quality or terms.

2. Is there any savings if the company has a small fleet (10–20 vehicles)?
Yes. Even with relatively small volumes, savings can reach 10–15%, plus the risk of breakdowns due to counterfeits or incorrect oil selection is reduced.

3. Is deferred payment available?
For corporate clients, it is possible. Terms are discussed individually, and this format makes purchasing more convenient for businesses.

4. How is the quality of supplied oils controlled?
All products come directly from Shell and Donaldson, accompanied by quality certificates and documentation. Additionally, OilGroup can conduct laboratory analysis for the client.

5. What should be done with used oils and fluids?
We offer disposal and recycling solutions that help companies not only comply with the law but also improve their environmental image.

Cost savings on prices: up to 25%.
Reduction of assortment: up to 30%.
Increase in service intervals: up to 300–500 operating hours.
Reduction of equipment downtime: up to 20%.
Total savings for an average company with a fleet of 50–100 vehicles: from $100,000 to $300,000 per year.

Corporate lubricant procurement in Uzbekistan is a strategic decision that enables companies to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and protect equipment from premature wear.

OilGroup Uzbekistan™ as the official distributor of Shell and Donaldson provides clients with genuine products, favorable terms, and technical support.