Shell Opens Grease Manufacturing Plant in Indonesia with Annual Capacity of up to 12,000 Tonnes
On September 15, 2026, Shell inaugurated its grease manufacturing plant in Indonesia, with annual capacity of up to 12,000 tonnes. Located within the Marunda lubricants complex in Bekasi, the facility will produce Shell Gadus greases.
Demand for industrial lubrication solutions continues to evolve alongside Indonesia’s manufacturing, mining, transportation and infrastructure sectors. Shell has expanded its local production footprint with a dedicated grease manufacturing facility, strengthening its existing lubricants operations in the country.
On September 15, 2026, Shell inaugurated its Grease Manufacturing Plant (GMP) in Indonesia. Located within the Marunda Lubricants Oil Blending Plant complex in Bekasi, the facility has an annual production capacity of up to 12,000 tonnes. Construction began in 2024. Shell describes the plant as one of its largest grease manufacturing facilities globally; it is wholly owned and operated by Shell.
The plant incorporates manufacturing technology including a contact reactor, designed to enhance operational flexibility and efficiency. It will manufacture Shell Gadus greases for applications such as bearings and gears, with packaging options including drums, pails and fluid bags. Target industries include manufacturing, pulp and paper, steel, smelting, power generation, transportation, construction and mining.
The new facility complements Shell’s existing lubricant blending operations in Marunda. According to Shell, strengthening local manufacturing capabilities is intended to improve supply resilience and bring products and technical expertise closer to customers. The investment also reflects the company’s continued commitment to Indonesia’s industrial development and long-term market potential.
