Hindustan Petroleum and Tata Motors Partner for Used Automotive Lubricant Recycling Initiative

Mumbai, India, May 26, 2026: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Tata Motors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a pilot project focused on the responsible collection and recycling of used automotive lubricants in India.

The collaboration aims to create a structured and scalable ecosystem for managing used lubricants classified as hazardous waste, supporting India’s circular economy ambitions and compliance with the country’s evolving Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework.

Under the initiative, the two companies will establish an organised and traceable process covering collection, storage, transportation and recycling of used automotive lubricants. The recycled material will be converted into high-quality re-refined base oil, improving resource efficiency while reducing environmental impact.

The pilot project is expected to establish new benchmarks for sustainable waste management practices in India’s automotive and energy sectors.

Speaking on the initiative, Ch Srinivas said the partnership represents an important step towards building a scalable circular economy model for used oil management.

“Achieving true circularity in used oil begins with reintegrating re-refined base oil into finished lubricants. Our collaboration with Tata Motors is a significant step towards building a scalable model for used oil circularity and reducing the carbon footprint across operations,” Srinivas said.

Vikram Agrawal highlighted the environmental risks associated with improper lubricant disposal and stressed the importance of organised recycling systems.

“Used automotive lubricant, if not handled responsibly, can cause long-term environmental harm. Addressing this challenge calls for credible partners, clear processes and the ability to operate at scale,” Agrawal said.

“HPCL has been a trusted partner to Tata Motors across multiple dimensions, and this collaboration allows us to take a meaningful step towards organised and responsible recycling.”

As part of the partnership, HPCL will oversee the aggregation and transportation of used lubricants through authorised collection channels while ensuring material is directed to registered recyclers.

Tata Motors will leverage its nationwide authorised service network to support structured lubricant collection and encourage responsible disposal practices across its customer and dealer ecosystem.

The pilot project will initially be implemented across select states and monitored by a joint committee comprising representatives from both organisations to assess operational efficiency and scalability.

The initiative also complements Tata Motors’ broader commercial vehicle ecosystem, including its Sampoorna Seva 2.0 platform that provides lifecycle support solutions such as maintenance contracts, genuine spare parts access and improved service turnaround times.

The company’s connected vehicle technology platform, Fleet Edge, further supports fleet optimisation and operational efficiency through data-driven vehicle management solutions.

With over 4,500 sales and service touchpoints across India, Tata Motors said the collaboration could help create a scalable nationwide framework for responsible lubricant waste management and sustainable industrial practices.