The Société Pizo de Formulation de Lubrifiants (PizoLub S.A.) in Gabon has announced plans to recertify its plant by December 2026 to meet the country's growing demand for lubricants. According to a communiqué released by the company, this move aims to reduce the country's reliance on imported lubricants. Currently, the majority of lubricants used in Gabon are imported, with only a small fraction produced locally. PizoLub S.A. has taken steps to change this trend by opening its plant to international groups for collaboration.
The company's General Director, Hans Landry Ivala, expressed satisfaction with the recent visits from international brands. He stated that the market is now coming to them, and the international brands were impressed by the company's industrial capabilities and expertise. Ivala emphasized that the priority is to convert these exchanges into local manufacturing contracts, which will contribute to Gabon's industrial sovereignty.
The visits from international groups are a preliminary step towards signing agreements with partner brands. These agreements will enable PizoLub to create local value by controlling product quality and reducing dependence on imports. The company's efforts are supported by a ministerial decree issued on March 26, 2025, which redirects market supplies towards local production and allocates a significant market share to PizoLub.
The decree also requires international brands to engage in local production or quality control to access the Gabonese market. By recertifying its plant by December 2026, PizoLub aims to fully comply with regulatory decisions and consolidate Gabon's industrial sovereignty in the lubricant sector. This move is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economy and reduce its reliance on imported goods.
PizoLub's recertification process is seen as a crucial step towards achieving self-sufficiency in lubricant production. The company's efforts to collaborate with international brands and adopt best practices will help improve product quality and increase local production capacity. This, in turn, will create jobs and stimulate economic growth in Gabon.
The successful implementation of PizoLub's plans will depend on the company's ability to secure partnerships with international brands and comply with regulatory requirements. If successful, PizoLub's relaunch of local lubricant production will contribute significantly to Gabon's economic development and industrial growth.
Key points
- PizoLub S.A. to recertify its plant by Dec 2026 to boost local lubricant production.
- The company is exploring collaboration models with international brands to improve product quality and reduce imports.
- The recertification process aims to consolidate Gabon's industrial sovereignty in the lubricant sector.
