Training | 19th ICIS Pan American Base Oils & Lubricants Conference

19th ICIS Pan American Base Oils and Lubricants Conference

Hyatt Regency Jersey City, United States

Conference: 4-5 December 2025
Training: 2-3 December 2025

Markets and Cutting-Edge Technologies in Marine Lubricants

3 December 2025 | Hyatt Regency, Jersey City

This course aims to equip participants with a solid understanding of the key components, market dynamics, product development pathways, influencing factors, and future trends in the marine lube oils industry. Participants will gain insights into the latest advancements, regulations, and challenges in this critical sector, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute effectively to the maritime industry.

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Introduction to Marine Lubricants

Overview of the marine lube oils market size and growth trends
Key players in the industry and their interactions
Base oil types, additives, and their roles in marine lubricants
Overview of major marine lubricant products and grades

Current Market & Product Development

Importance of product development and OEM specifications
Role of additive and oil companies in product development
Challenges in innovation and market entry
End-user dynamics and product selection
Comparison with other industries’ product development

Influencing Factors on Marine Lube Oils

Key drivers shaping oil development, pricing, and regulations
Impact of fuel type changes and new engine designs
Regulatory factors and their influence on lubricant development
Factors affecting lube oil pricing and historical global impacts

Future Fuels Outlook

IMO targets and future fuel/propulsion options
Analysis of fuel types (biofuels, LNG, ammonia, etc.) and their pros/cons
Impact of fuel changes on lube oil requirements and formulations
Disruptive technologies and industry expectations
Environmental impacts and re-refined base oils

About the trainer

Mark Embleton | Maersk Technical Manager (Chemcore)

Mark is an expert in lube oil chemistry and application, currently managing Maersk Line's lubrication strategy. His responsibilities include product selection, usage guidelines, unique product development, environmental compliance, used oil analysis, and R&D. With a background in oil chemistry and formulation, Mark guides the Maersk fleet on best practices and oversees the used oil analysis program. He has worked extensively on the blend-on-board system and develops solutions to maximize efficiency and reliability. As an active member of the CIMAC Working Group 8, Mark is focused on future fuel readiness, emissions reduction, and energy efficiency, aiming to minimize the industry's environmental impact.

Pricing

Marine Lubricants Training Course

Marine Lubes Training Course - $1,750 3 December 2025

Hyatt Regency Jersey City, USA

Register now

Book your place at this year's 19th ICIS Pan American Base Oils & Lubricants Conference. The price paid includes access to all conference sessions, refreshments, lunches and networking events.

The following group discounts are available for attendee bookings from the same company at the same time and will be calculated off the standard rate.

5% discount for 3-4 attendees
10% discount for 5 or more attendees

Standard rate

Starting from:

USD$2,650

What's included?

Access to all content sessions
Access to all onsite networking activities
Refreshments and Lunch
Full access to the online Event Networking Platform