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20th ICIS Middle Eastern Base Oils and Lubricants Conference

Park Hyatt | Dubai, UAE
Conference: 15-16 October 2025
Site Visit: 14 October 2025
Greases Training: 16 October 2025 | Base Oils Training: 13-14 October 2025 | Marine Lubricants Training: 14 October 2025

Unlocking Secrets of Grease and Future Trends

This course provides a complete overview of greases, from fundamentals of composition, properties, and classification to advanced applications and future trends. Participants will learn how to select, apply, and manage greases to improve equipment reliability, reduce costs, and align with sustainability goals. Content covers innovations such as synthetic, bio-based, and EV greases, along with smart lubrication practices.

Designed for sales professionals, technical teams, and executives alike, the course bridges technical knowledge with business strategy - equipping attendees to strengthen client relationships, optimize maintenance practices, and make informed decisions that enhance performance and long-term value.


16 October 2025 | Park Hyatt, Dubai

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of greases — from their composition and classification to advanced applications.
  • Learn how to select the right grease to ensure equipment reliability and reduce operational costs.
  • Understand key properties, storage, and handling to maximize grease performance.
  • Explore future trends in grease technology, including innovations in automotive greases, Sustainability, Synthetic formulations, EV greases, smart lubrication etc. 
  • Bridge the gap between technical insight and business strategy to drive better decisions across your organization.

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Greases Training Course: 
$499 standard price
14 October 2025
Park Hyatt | Dubai, UAE

About the trainers

Siddharth Sachdeva | Director, Trinity Lubes and Greases (UAE), Siddharth Grease and Lubes Pvt. Ltd. Co. (India)

Siddharth is a leader in the global lubricants and greases industry, shaping strategy and driving innovation across the family business. With degrees in Computer Science Engineering from Warwick University, an MBA from IIM Bangalore, and advanced training in strategic marketing from the University of Michigan, he has combined technical knowledge with business acumen to transform the group into one of the world’s foremost private-label grease and lubricant manufacturers.

He has overseen the development of a state-of-the-art, fully automated lubricant and grease plant in the Hamriyah Free Zone, UAE - the first of its kind in the region - expanding the group’s global footprint and technological edge. Working with leading brands including Castrol, Shell, Mobil, Valvoline, Indian Oil, Timken, and SKF, Siddharth has positioned the company as a trusted partner recognised for quality, precision, and innovation.

Rohit Kumar Agarwal | CTO - Greases,  Siddharth Grease and Lubes Pvt. Ltd. Co. (India)

Rohit Kumar Agarwal is a seasoned expert with over 28 years in the grease industry, bringing deep technical and operational leadership to his work. He spent most of his career at Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited, one of India’s leading grease manufacturers, where he held senior roles including Head of R&D, Supply Chain Management, and Operations.

He has authored and presented multiple papers at NLGI India and USA chapters, as well as at mining and industry conferences, sharing insights on grease formulation and application. His contributions include the development of advanced products such as low-temperature greases for defense, biodegradable greases, high-temperature lubricants for steel, and long-life greases for automotive use.