2025 60th UEIL Annual Congress

The 2025 60th UEIL Annual Congress will take place from 15-17 October in Stresa, Italy.

Join us at the Regina Palace along the shores of Lago Maggiore, as we bring together industry leaders and experts to explore the future of European manufacturing, and in particular the opportunities and challenges of the green transition, changing supply chains and AI and digitalisation. The event promises a platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration in a business-focused environment.

See below for further details about venues, agenda, speakers, sponsors and media partners as well as accommodation arrangements.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the UEIL Congress team (info@ueilcongress.org).

We look forward to seeing you in Stresa!

Programme

This congress will look to the future and explore how the lubricants industry can navigate our ever-changing world. Sessions will focus on global supply chains, sustainability, and digitalisation and AI.

Provisional programme

Pre-congress Seminar

Information coming soon.

Pre-congress President’s reception – Experience the best of Lago Maggiore

Get ready to experience the natural, architectural and gastronomic beauty of Lago Maggiore with UEIL’s President, Mattia Adani.

The evening will start with a short boat transfer to Isola Bella where you will be taken on an exclusive after-hours tour of the baroque Palazzo Borromeo followed by an aperitivo in its Italianate garden. You will then enjoy a traditional Piedmontese dinner on the island before returning to Stresa.

The event will take place on Tuesday 14 October at 5:30pm. This event is reserved for Isola Bella Package ticket holders only.

Location & Accommodation

Set against the stunning backdrop of Lago Maggiore, this milestone Congress will take place in the historic Regina Palace Hotel in Stresa, Italy.

To reserve the Regina Palace with UEIL’s preferential rates, please use the code UEIL2025 when booking via this link.

Gala Dinner

The Gala dinner is the social highlight of the Congress and a fantastic opportunity to network with other delegates and enjoy fine local cuisine and entertainment.

This year, the event will take place at the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées, a luxury five-star hotel featured in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, on Thursday 16 October.

The Gala dinner will be followed by an after party at the Grand Hotel’s Disco Inferno.

Gala dinner tickets are included in the price of a Congress ticket and can also be purchased separately for additional guests.

Wolf Oil Corporation is kindly sponsoring the Gala dinner.

Speakers

Mattia Adani

Mattia Adani is the President of UEIL – the European Union of the Lubricants Industry, the body representing at the European level the interests of the European lubricants industry.

Mattia is the owner and CEO of Nowal Chimica, an Italian SME, blender of lubricants, metalworking and other process fluids for the metalworking sector.

Mattia holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Politecnico di Milano, Italy, a degree in Production Engineering from the Ecole Centrale Paris, France, and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University, United States. He is a member of Italy’s Order of Merit.

Yelena Ageyeva-Furman

Yelena is a partner at Bain & Company, helping clients in chemicals, energy and industrials address the opportunities driven by energy transition and sustainability.

Her expertise is in strategic and commercial transformation, scenario planning, ESG strategy and circularity.

She has 25+ years of experience in industry and consulting, having worked at Kearney and Emerson prior to Bain.

Yelena has an MBA degree from Olin School of Business, Washington University, St. Louis, MO.

Stephan Baumgärtel

Dr. Stephan Baumgärtel has been the Managing Director of Association of the German lubricants industry VSI for over a decade. With extensive experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management, technical sustainability, lubricant technology and regulatory affairs, Stephan has a proven track record in leading technical groups and facilitating communication between industry stakeholders and policymakers.

Stephan holds an MSc and PhD in Chemistry from the University of Frankfurt.

Marc Blaser

Marc Blaser, born in 1975, is the CEO of Blaser Swisslube AG, a Swiss family-owned company in the lubricant industry, now in its third generation. Founded in 1936, the company develops, produces and distributes high-quality lubricants, in particular metalworking fluids for the metalworking industry, and operates in over 65 countries with more than 600 employees. Furthermore, since 2016, he has led Liquidtool Systems AG as Chairman of the Board, an internal corporate venture, that develops innovative digital solutions for the monitoring and maintenance of metalworking fluids. Since 2023, he has also been Chairman of the Board of Directors of KORAS AG, the Group’s parent company. Marc Blaser holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and has completed various further training programs in leadership and strategic management.

He began his professional career outside the family business, in the insurance industry, before joining Blaser Swisslube USA as an Area Sales Manager in 2003. After returning to Switzerland in 2004, he took over the position of Sales Director for Europe before being appointed CEO of Blaser Swisslube AG in 2010. Under his leadership, Blaser Swisslube has evolved into a solution provider with a unique value proposition and is now considered a knowledge and competence leader in the metalworking industry.

In addition to his role as CEO, he is actively involved in the boards of industry associations such as the Swiss Lubricants Industry Association (VSS lubes), the Union of the European Lubricants Industry (UEIL), and the Swiss Association of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Industries (Swissmem).

Jim Carroll

Jim Carroll has served on the ILMA Board of Directors since 2020 and will be President of the Board beginning in October 2025. Carroll has been with Schaeffer Manufacturing since 1998 and currently serves as executive vice president of operations. He is responsible for production, internal and external laboratory services, field support to over 500 sales associates, quality control, R&D, customer incidents and internal engineering for the production plant as well as materials management and traffic management/logistics. He holds a Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) certificate from the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers. Jim is a retired colonel in the U. S. Army and spent 30 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve.

Terry Dicken

Terry Dicken is a Chartered chemist and holds a BSc (Hons) degree in applied chemistry and an MSc in Instrumental chemical analysis. He has worked in the lubricants industry for almost 50 years in research and development, technical services & marketing and technology transfer.
Currently, he is Managing Director of Global Lubricants Ltd, a speciality lubricants company he founded in the UK in 1997, but also works as an independent consultant for several companies on REACH compliance, product development and plant construction.
He has published many papers on lubrication and is a regular speaker at international conferences.
Terry has been Chairman of ELGI (European Lubricating Grease Institute) since 1998 and is also Chairman of the Institute of Energy’s cutting fluids test methods panel, STC5, a role he has fulfilled since the early 80s, and he established and was first Chairman of ASTM – M committee for aviation greases.

Marco Digioia

Marco Digioia was appointed as President of ATIEL the Technical Association of the European Lubricants Industry in 2018. A Brussels-based transport industry expert, Marco has 20 years’ experience of operational management, positioning and lobbying in Brussels on behalf of sector associations.

Prior to his appointment, Digioia was Director for Government Affairs at Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and member of the European Sustainable Shipping Forum and other EU Commission working groups.

Prior to that, he worked for several transport organizations at the national and European level and was also expert representing businesses at the European Committee for Standardisation (CEN).

He holds a Master’s Degree in Law with a Specialization in European Affairs, International Relations and Diplomacy.

Markus Garb

Markus Garb is the Vice President Sustainability and Chief Sustainability Officer at FUCHS SE. He is a passionate driver of sustainability standards in the lubricants industry. With an academic background in Mechanical Engineering, Markus Garb began his professional career in the automation industry. Entering FUCHS in 2003, Markus has since spent 16 years in Automotive Lubricants Product Management for FUCHS Schmierstoffe GmbH, starting with application-focused technical roles on engine oils and transmission fluids and successively assuming management roles such as European and Global Product Manager Automotive. Since 2019 Markus Garb works for FUCHS SE and in May 2020, he took over responsibility for FUCHS’ Corporate Sustainability activities. For many years, Markus Garb has been serving the European Lubricant Associations ATIEL and UEIL in various roles, today he is the Chair of the Joint Sustainability Committee of ATIEL and UEIL.

Jonas Hoffman

Dr. Jonas Hoffmann holds a binational PhD in Molecular Chemistry, jointly awarded by the University of Bremen (Germany) and the University of Rennes I (France). Following the completion of his doctorate, he pursued postdoctoral research positions in Nagoya, Japan, and Groningen, the Netherlands. During this time, he developed a strong focus on sustainability and concurrently enrolled in the MBA program Sustainable Chemistry Management at Leuphana University Lüneburg (Germany). He was not only educated in sustainable chemistry but also in corporate sustainability management.

For the past two years, he has been working at GreenDelta, a consultancy specializing in sustainability and life cycle assessment (LCA). His work primarily involves research projects related to plastic recycling but also innovative PFAS destruction technologies. In the horizon project SiToLub, he is performing predictive sustainability assessments of lubricants in accordance with the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework. Most recently, he has been representing GreenDelta on the Environmental Footprint Technical Advisory Board of the European Commission, contributing his expertise to the development of harmonized LCA methodologies.

Guy Lanrezac

Guy Lanrezac has been active in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) space since 2001, with a strong focus on delivering practical, connected solutions across industrial sectors. Since May 2010, he has specialized in tank telemetry, helping to drive innovation and operational efficiency in the fuel, lubricant, and bulk liquid distribution industries.

He is currently the General Manager for Europe at Otodata Technologies, the global leader in tank telemetry, with over 2 million tanks connected worldwide. Guy brings deep market insight and extensive experience in deploying scalable IoT solutions that improve logistics, inventory management, and customer service.

Elisa Swanson-Parbäck

Elisa Swanson-Parbäck is responsible for Perstorp’ s business development in sustainable Engineered Fluids and Synthetic Lubricants. Since joining the company in 2018, Mrs. Swanson-Parbäck has been active in various market segments also leading digital transformation initiatives cross the company. Her current focus is on Perstorp’ s sustainability agenda and the transformative journey the lubricants industry is on to reach net zero.

Prior to Perstorp, Mrs. Swanson-Parbäck has over 12 years’ experience from senior marketing roles at Axis Communications, a market leader in network video solutions. Ms. Swanson-Parbäck holds both a master’s degree in economics and business administration and a master’s degree in work- and organizational psychology from Lund University, Sweden.

About Perstorp: As one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals innovators, we know little things make a powerful difference. Using nature’s tiniest building blocks, we can help advance everyday life – making it safer, more convenient and more environmentally sound for billions of people all over the world.

David Wright

David Wright is Director General of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association, the representative trade body for the industry in the United Kingdom. The UK Lubricants Association actively represents member company’s interests both at home and overseas and is actively on matters impacting the industry, through participation and consultation, representation and lobbying to UK and European Government and industry authorities.

Hadi Yassin

Hadi Yassin is a Climate and Energy Modelling Officer at Cefic, where he specializes in mathematical modelling for the chemical industry. He operates the iC2050 model, a linear optimization model for the chemical industry, running scenarios to explore data-driven pathways to climate neutrality. Before joining Cefic, he worked as an Electromechanical Engineer in the energy storage industry, specializing in product design and development. Hadi holds a Master’s degree in Energy Engineering from Politecnico di Milano, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Lebanese American University.

Sponsorship

For sponsorship opportunities, please consult the 2025 UEIL Sponsorship Brochure below.

Sponsorship Brochure

We are delighted to introduce you to the sponsors of the 60th Annual UEIL Congress

Diamond Sponsor

Since 1955, Wolf Oil Corporation has been at the forefront of lubricant innovation as one of Europe’s leading independent manufacturers. With 70 years of expertise, we are proud to be a “pure player” in our industry, dedicated to developing technology-enhanced, cutting-edge lubricants.

With a portfolio of over 450 products, covering all segments and applications, we are bringing products to market that are developed in our own research & development center and tested in the most high-performance conditions—both on and off the track. This ensures that every solution we deliver meets the highest standards of quality at every stage of production.

Through innovative lubricant and fluid solutions, we drive performance. Our passion for excellence and commitment to sustainability ensure lasting value for our partners and stakeholders.

Wolf Oil Corporation is kindly sponsoring the Gala dinner.

Gold Sponsors

Lubricant Expo is Europe’s largest exhibition and conference, connecting lubricant solution providers with the full range of end-user buyers, as well as the entire chemical and equipment supply chain with thousands of engineers and executives in attendance.

Visitors from both the lubricant community and end-users can find a comprehensive showcase of all lubricant technologies, including finished lubricants, additives, process equipment & machinery, condition monitoring, automation systems, testing & analysis, data technologies, lubricant manufacturing equipment, end-user application systems and more.

Lubricant Expo is kindly sponsoring the Welcome Dinner.

Silver Sponsors

Founded in 1972, Bellini SpA is an Italian company specialized in the formulation, production, and marketing of lubricants and fluids for industrial applications, with a strong focus on the metalworking sector.

Headquartered in Bergamo, Bellini stands out for its deep technical expertise, problem-solving approach, and customer-centric philosophy. Through continuous investment in Research and Development, the company delivers advanced solutions tailored to a wide range of industrial needs, while prioritizing innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Since 2007, Bellini has been a pioneer in the development of high-performance biodegradable lubricants based on renewable raw materials, demonstrating a clear commitment to ecological transition.

Bellini is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified, ensuring that the company adheres to the highest standards of quality, environmental management, and occupational health and safety. The company is equipped with a state-of-the-art in-house laboratory to guarantee superior quality standards.

Bellini is kindly sponsoring the delegate bags.

Yanbu United Company (YUNIGREEN), founded in 1979 in Saudi Arabia, is a global leader in the production of high-quality Base Oil, backed by an annual production capacity of 218,000 k.t. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions, our mission is to deliver a diverse range of products that meet the evolving needs of our customers while prioritizing environmental sustainability and a healthy ecosystem.

At YUNIGREEN, we specialize in the production of premium Base Oil, a critical component in the manufacture of various petroleum products, lubricating oil products and multi functional Oils. Our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and environmental stewardship drives our operations, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the industry.

YUNIGREEN is kindly sponsoring the lunch break on Thursday, 16 October.

Lube Magazine is THE European lubricants industry magazine and the official journal of UEIL, the European Lubricants association. Distributed to over one hundred countries around the globe, it provides a European perspective on the global lubricants industry. Lube magazine is a bi-monthly publication available both in print and digital which can be read online and is published on behalf of UEIL by UKLA.

Lube Magazine is kindly sponsoring the Cocktail Reception on Wednesday, 15 October.

Many years of experience, specialist know-how and intensive research & development make Oest Lubricants one of the most important manufacturers of high-quality lubricants. With numerous patents and more than 700 formulations, the product range includes a broad assortment of lubricant solutions for the automotive, industrial and metalworking sectors

Oest Lubricants is kindly sponsoring a coffee break on Thursday, 16 October.

The Zeller+Gmelin Group is represented internationally in 19 countries. Together with our subsidiaries and many partners, we deliver our high-quality lubricants to more than 80 countries. Whether it is high-quality industrial lubricants, greases, Divinol lubricants and release agents or chemical products, for more than 150 years Zeller+Gmelin is the competent partner for the highest demands.

Zeller+Gmelin is kindly sponsoring a coffee break on Thursday, 16 October.

Q8Oils is part of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), ranked as the world’s 7th largest oil company, and we develop, blend and deliver a comprehensive portfolio of more than 1,000 technology enhanced lubricants to suit every application, from the smallest engine to the largest machine. Based on extensive R&D activities in our European laboratories, we manufacture an extensive range of oils in our own blending plants. We use high-quality base oils and the latest technological innovation to guarantee products of the highest quality, approved by all major OEMs.

Q8Oils is kindly sponsoring a coffee break on Thursday, 16 October.

Ergon is a family of companies built to serve industries essential to global manufacturing and infrastructure. For seven decades, we have been delivering innovative products and service solutions for ever-changing needs.

A well-diversified organization, Ergon is engaged in a number of industries related to the refining and marketing of specialty oils, asphalt, thermoplastic resins, petrochemicals, propane, and the necessary infrastructure to support those businesses.

Ergon is kindly sponsoring the lanyards.

Media Partners

For more than 25 years, F&L Asia Ltd. has remained the preferred media choice for industry giants. Unparalleled thought leadership, stringent content quality standards and uncompromising journalism—gathering facts directly from the frontline, including from its permanent bases at the heart of the strategic Asian region are some of F&L Asia’s core strengths and the reason why it retains an unchallenged “first with the latest” position.

Since 1948, the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA) has been the voice of member companies that produce more than a quarter of the automotive lubricants and three-quarters of the metalworking fluids in North America for customers who use their products to improve performance and increase efficiency.
ILMA members make specialized lubricants for everything from backhoes to bone screws. Their products keep planes in the air; cars on the road; and the machines in businesses, households and hospitals running efficiently. Without lubricants and metalworking fluids, North American businesses and manufacturing would grind to a halt.

Since 2016, Lubricant World has been one of the major sources of industry news that brings together the entire lubricant sector on the same platform. Focusing on the latest developments of the industry, it appeals to more than 10,000 sector representatives in over 40 countries. Gathering together all segments of the lubricant industry with its bimonthly magazine, news portal and social media presence, Lubricant World stands out as the reference source for both lubricant producers and consumers.

Lubes’n’Greases is LNG Publishing’s flagship, award-winning, independent monthly magazine for and about the global lubricants industry. On the first of every month, print and digital editions deliver hard news, features and informed opinions covering automotive and industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids, greases, base stocks, additives, packaging, biodegradable and synthetic products, companies, people, issues and trends affecting the industry.

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