The initiative will establish a traceable system for collecting used engine oil from Tata Motors’ authorised commercial vehicle service network in Karnataka before directing it to registered recyclers.
The companies said the pilot seeks to address the responsible management of used engine oil, which is classified as hazardous waste.
Under the partnership, Tata Motors’ authorised sales and service outlets in Karnataka will serve as collection points, while Castrol India will oversee the channelisation of the collected oil to approved recyclers, leveraging its lubricant expertise and experience from earlier used-oil collection pilots in southern India.
“Responsible used-oil management is central to building a truly circular automotive ecosystem in India,” said Vikram Agrawal, Head of Spares and Non-Vehicle Business at Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles.
“The volume of used engine oil generated across India’s roads each year makes responsible collection and recycling a matter of significant environmental consequence. By partnering with Castrol India, we are creating a credible, scalable model that links responsible collection at our service touchpoints to high-quality re-refined output,” Agrawal added.
The pilot marks Castrol India’s first collaboration with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) focused specifically on developing a structured used-oil management ecosystem.
“Creating a circular economy for lubricants requires collaboration across the entire value chain,” said Anoop Jindal, Vice President – B2B (OEM) Sales at Castrol India.
“We are working to strengthen every link in the circularity chain, from collection and channelisation to recycling and reuse. Together with Tata Motors’ extensive service network, this initiative can help create a more organised, traceable and scalable model for used-oil circularity in India,” Jindal said.
The collaboration builds on the long-standing relationship between the two companies and aligns with Tata Motors’ broader sustainability initiatives, including investments in electric vehicles, CNG-powered commercial vehicles and energy-efficient mobility solutions.
The companies did not disclose the financial details of the partnership or the timeline for expanding the pilot beyond Karnataka.
At the time of the announcement, shares of Castrol India were trading at ₹185.02, down 0.19%.
Meanwhile, shares of Tata Motors Ltd were trading at ₹425.60, reflecting a decline of 1.46%.
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