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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of HYDROX 21
Renowned as ‘First Aid for sterntubes’, Vickers’ HYDROX 21 was launched in 1971 for use where vessels require emergency assistance in reducing oil leakage past a damaged sterntube aft seal. HYDROX 21 has been used in (tens of) thousands of vessels, typically reducing the rate of leakage by around 70%, while yet providing an…
Vickers Oils expands operations with its purpose-built facility for Food Grade Lubricants and Greases in Hunslet, Leeds
Vickers Oils proudly announced the formal opening of its second manufacturing facility in Hunslet, Leeds, dedicated to the production of Vickers Oils Food Grade Lubricants and greases range. This momentous occasion marks a significant milestone for the company. The inaugural ceremony, graced by respectable guests including The Rt Hon Hilary Benn, Labour MP for Leeds…
The propeller blade now adorns our reception at Vickers Oils, Leeds
The ship’s propeller blade in our garden, outside reception at Airedale Mills, was a spare Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) blade for use by either of two sister ships, in case one of the existing propeller blades were damaged and needed replacement. (The abrasion wear on the upper surfaces/edge show that indeed the blade was used…
Another successful year at SMM, Hamburg
After being cancelled in 2020 due to COVID restrictions, SMM, the world leading trade fair for maritime industry, returned in 2022 on its 30th anniversary. There were 2,000 exhibitors and 30,000 people in attendance from more than 100 countries. “The exhibition was very international in feel and overall, the atmosphere was ‘normal’ and people seemed…
Our 2023 Sustainability Report has landed
We’re pleased to have launched our 2023 Sustainability Report. This document outlines our sustainability goals as a business in terms of our planet, our principles, our people and our community as well as what we have achieved and what we are working towards achieving in the upcoming years. Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword it’s a…
Vickers Oils at APM 2024
Vickers Oils are excited to be exhibiting at the 18th edition of APM this year in Singapore, between the 13th and 15th of March. The last time the company attended APM was 6 years ago in 2018. Therefore, the 18th edition will be a great opportunity to meet maritime industry leaders whilst focusing on this…