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ExxonMobil฀Lubricants฀&฀Specialties฀provides฀
long-term value by being both the No. 1 supplier
of lube basestocks and the market leader of high-
technology and globally recognized synthetic lubricant
brands. We are also a leading supplier of asphalt and
specialty oil products manufactured across our global
network of refineries.
At the forefront of our high-technology finished lubricant
brands are
Mobil 1 and Mobil SHC . Major automotive and
industrial equipment manufacturers trust us to deliver value
through leading-edge technology that protects engines and
equipment. Our products provide sustainable solutions such
as energy efficiency, fuel economy, and extended equipment
life, while maintaining peak performance.
Technology Leadership
Technology leadership allows ExxonMobil to offer innovative
products and services that help deliver tangible performance
and sustainability-related benefits for both consumers
and industry.
Our products have been developed and manufactured
through many decades of close relationships with original
equipment manufacturers. In motorsports, for example,
we develop products that are able to withstand severe
performance tests. Our leadership is also demonstrated
through our association with the wind turbine industry.
Approximately 60 percent of gear-driven wind turbine
manufacturers use Mobil-branded industrial lubricants in
their products.
World-Class Brands
Technology leadership, supply reliability, and customer
trust underpin the commercial success of our brands. Our
globally recognized synthetic oil brands continue to grow
their presence in this high-value sector of the market.
Endorsements of Mobil 1 oil by the makers of advanced and
prestigious cars such as Aston Martin, Bentley, Mercedes,
Porsche, Cadillac, Corvette, and Lexus continue
to strengthen our position as the market leader in synthetic
oils. These relationships also demonstrate the implicit value
of our products to these high-performance cars.
Strategic Global Alliances
ExxonMobil has strong and established relationships
with strategic and global partners such as Mercedes-Benz,
Caterpillar, Toyota, and Volvo. These important global
alliances support our industry-leading success in the
high-value and high-growth segments of the lubricants
market.
Integration and Operating Efficiencies
As a leading producer of lube basestocks and high-
performance synthetic lubricants, we continue to leverage
the strong integration between our Refining and Supply,
Chemical, and Lubricants and Specialties businesses.
We maintain a disciplined approach to improving the
productivity of our asset portfolio while capturing
operational efficiencies such as those in support services.
The combination of our integration advantages, portfolio
management, continued focus on efficiency, as well as
further development of our leading-edge technology
results in a resilient business model.
Continued Growth in Emerging Markets
We have demonstrated sustained growth and have
continued to invest in emerging markets such as China,
India, and Russia.
Building on our technology, world-class brands, and
strategic relationships, ExxonMobil Lubricants & Specialties
is well-positioned for the future.
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ExxonMobil Synthetic Lubricants Market Share (1)
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
(1) ExxonMobil estimates based on available industry data and public information.
Increasing investments at our facilities support the growth of
synthetic lubricants.
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