Cylinder oil for 2015 ECA 0.1% sulphur distillate fuels

The company says that Talusia LS 25 will be available from late October 2014 in major shipping hubs worldwide. Global marketing manager Serge Dal Farra said: “Talusia LS 25 is an innovative solution for ship operators looking for a reliable lubricant specifically designed to meet the challenging requirements of running engines, including the latest generation of crosshead two stroke engines, on distillate fuel. Talusia LS 25 will protect engines by offering excellent cleanliness thanks to its low-ash chemistry.”

The new oil has undergone successful trials with engine manufacturers MAN Diesel & Turbo and Wärtsilä which have both issued ‘no objection’ letters confirming that the lubricant is suitable for use in their two stroke engines.

The oil joins Total’s other lubricants for low sulphur residual fuels, Talusia LS 40, and the single oil concept Talusia Universal, which is suitable for residual fuels with sulphur contents ranging between 0.5% and 3.5%. For modern engines affected by cold corrosion, Talusia Universal 100 is recommended for neutralisation to reduce the risk of severe wear.

“Whilst our latest lubricants will ensure that ship operators can comply with ECA whatever fuel they choose to use, we believe that modern chemistry is the key to a long-term solution for the marine industry and our laboratories are at the forefront of research in this area,” said Mr Dal Farra.