Chevron Oronite enhances operations with new automated warehouse in France

Chevron Oronite has commenced the construction of a state-of-the-art automated warehouse at its Gonfreville l’Orcher Manufacturing Plant in France. Expected to be completed in late 2024, the facility is set to revolutionise the storage of drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) with the latest advancements in warehousing and logistics.

“The construction of this new warehouse in France is an important addition to our manufacturing capabilities,” said Brett Cooley, vice president of Manufacturing and Supply at Chevron Oronite. “This addition is crucial to our manufacturing capabilities, ensuring the safe and reliable supply of quality products while adding value for our customers.”

Laurent Jumelle, general manager of Sales and Marketing for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Chevron Oronite, elaborated on the customer benefits. “With  this new warehouse and its state-of-the-art automation system, we will be able to deliver products faster and  more efficiently, leveraging an accurate inventory management system to provide rapid response to customer  orders.” 

The warehouse is designed to comply with the latest French environmental and safety regulations, which have been strengthened in response to specific industry events. Olivier Clavaud, general manager of Manufacturing and Supply for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Chevron Oronite, emphasized the company’s commitment to operational excellence. “This project will allow us to meet the latest regulatory requirements in the field of fire protection,  while integrating one of the most advanced digital technologies in terms of automation and logistics flow  management,” he said.

Chevron Oronite, based in San Ramon, California, U.S.A., is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of fuel and lubricant additives. With manufacturing sites in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, U.S.A.; Gonfreville, France; Singapore; Ningbo, China; Mauá, Brazil, as well as an affiliated blending and shipping plant in Omaezaki,  Japan. The new warehouse in Gonfreville l’Orcher is a testament to the company’s ongoing dedication to enhancing its operations and services.

For more information about Chevron Oronite, visit www.oronite.com.