Castrol India Ltd. (India)

Castrol India Ltd. is a company located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The company was founded by Charles "Cheers" Wakefield in 1899 under the name "CC Wakefield & Company." It initially sold lubricants for trains and heavy machinery. As the automobile and aviation industries emerged, Castrol began developing lubricants for these new engines. They created a product called "Castrol" by adding castor oil to their oils. Castrol gained recognition when it was used to lubricate the engine on the first trans-Atlantic flight in 1919. The company became known for its sponsorship of competitive aviation events, auto races, and land speed record attempts. In 1960, the company changed its name to Castrol Ltd. and was later acquired by The Burmah Oil Company in 1966. In 2000, Burmah-Castrol was purchased by BP. Castrol is known for its innovation and performance, with products such as the Marine Bio range, lubricants for NASA's Curiosity rover, and bio-synthetic engine oil. The company is currently focused on developing and testing new products and business models to adapt to sustainability, mobility, and digitization. Castrol's success is attributed to its philosophy of working in partnership with customers. The company is exploring opportunities to provide solutions and services that complement its core lubricants business. Castrol's refreshed brand identity reflects its commitment to investing in the future and creating new opportunities for growth and success.