Economy - 29 July 2026
Engen DRC Launches Commercialisation of Shell Lubricants
Kinshasa, July 29, 2026 - Engen DRC announced the commercial launch of Shell-brand lubricants on the Congolese market, expanding the company’s downstream offering in fuels and related products.
Kinshasa, July 29, 2026 - Engen DRC announced the commercial launch of Shell-brand lubricants on the Congolese market, expanding the company’s downstream offering in fuels and related products.
The move reflects continued competition in petroleum distribution and industrial lubricants as transport and mining fleets remain major consumers.
Companies present brand partnerships as a way to standardise product quality in a fragmented market.
This detail was included in the mid-to-late July DRC briefing.
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