September 2024

 

Castrol Partners with Lunar Outpost for Lunar Mission

Lunar Outpost has partnered with Castrol for the upcoming Lunar Voyage 1 (LV1) mission, which is set to launch in late 2024. This mission will explore the Shackleton Connecting Ridge near the lunar South Pole, marking a significant achievement in space exploration. Lunar Outpost, a U.S.-based company specialising in advanced space robotics and lunar mobility, will deploy the Mobile Autonomous Prospecting Platform (MAPP) rover, the first to explore this uncharted lunar region.

With over 60 years of experience providing lubricants to the space industry and a history of collaboration with NASA dating back to the first Apollo missions, Castrol will play a key role in the Mission Control Center. This collaboration is part of Castrol’s Castronomy™ initiative, which focuses on advancing space mobility through strategic partnerships.

The Lunar Voyage 1 mission aims to accomplish several historic milestones. These include deploying the first rover to the lunar South Pole, landing the first commercial rover on another celestial body, and enabling the first-ever commercial transaction of space resources. Castrol’s lubricants, engineered to endure such extreme conditions, will help ensure the mission’s success.

 

Learn more about Castronomy™ at: https://www.castrol.com/en_us/united-states/home/about-castrol/castrol-in-space.html

 

Product Spotlight: Castrol’s New VECTON Lubricant

Castrol has expanded its VECTON range with the launch of VECTON LONG DRAIN 5W-30 E6/E9, a fully synthetic engine oil designed to meet the latest ACEA 2022 specifications for Heavy-Duty (HD) engines. This new product offers enhanced protection and performance, including compliance with the latest ACEA HD specifications E8 and E11, which address the increasing complexity of engine hardware and the rising use of alternative fuels.

Castrol VECTON LONG DRAIN 5W-30 E6/E9 represents significant advances in lubricant performance levels, offering increased protection against oxidation and deposits. The new product also incorporates the latest American Petroleum Institute (API) tests, leading to greater global synergies across API and ACEA.
Castrol’s commitment to staying ahead of industry trends is reflected in the rigorous testing and development of the new VECTON LONG DRAIN 5W-30 E6/E9. This new product has gained a number of global approvals from major OEMs, including MAN, Volvo, and Deutz, making it suitable for a wide range of heavy-duty diesel engines.

Note the new VECTON lubricant isn’t yet available in New Zealand. However, our existing range of Castrol VECTON products have also gained approval against the new ACEA E8 and E11 performance categories and are available now. Explore our VECTON range here or contact us for more information.

Some benefits of the Castrol VECTON Range:

• Superior Engine Protection: Offers advanced protection against wear and tear, helping to extend the lifespan of engines and reduce maintenance costs.
• Improved Fuel Efficiency: Designed to optimise fuel consumption, contributing to better fuel economy and lower operational expenses.
• Enables Longer Service Intervals: The durable formulation allows for longer intervals between oil changes, saving you time and money.
• Exceptional Performance in Extreme Conditions: Engineered to perform reliably under extreme and challenging temperatures.

 

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