--- title: Astron Energy Latest Insights description: Astron Energy Latest Insights --- # The Latest Insights THE LATEST BLOGS ON INDUSTRY TRENDS AND INSIGHTS, TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS IN LUBRICANTS, HOW DIGITAL AI IS IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY, LUBRICATION BEST PRACTICES FROM TECHNICAL AND THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY FROM ASTRON ENERGY EXPERTS, PARTNERS AND CUSTOMERS. - All - Commercial Fuel - Industry Insights - Commercial Lubricants - Transport - Mining - B-BBEE - Engine Coolants - Manufacturing - Commercial Fuels and Lubricants Friday, December 1, 2023 ### [How Industry Professionals Can Reduce Diesel Water Contamination](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/how-industry-professionals-can-reduce-diesel-water-contamination) The integrity of diesel fuel is paramount for the seamless operation of machinery in various industries. Water contamination in diesel is a pervasive challenge that can undermine f... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/how-industry-professionals-can-reduce-diesel-water-contamination) Wednesday, November 29, 2023 ### [Winter Diesel Gelling Guidelines for Industry Professionals](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/winter-diesel-gelling-guidelines-for-industry-professionals) As the temperature drops, industry personnel in charge of enormous stores of diesel must deal with a recurring winter problem: diesel gelling. During the colder months, this phenom... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/winter-diesel-gelling-guidelines-for-industry-professionals) Tuesday, November 28, 2023 ### [Diesel’s Colour vs Quality](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-the-colour-of-diesel) While the colour of diesel fuel is sometimes overlooked in the context of fuel performance and engine maintenance, it contains a plethora of information. Professionals in sectors t... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-the-colour-of-diesel) Friday, April 14, 2023 ### [Base Oil Pricing and The Exchange Rate](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/base-oil-pricing-and-the-exchange-rate) Base oils are necessary for the creation of lubricants, which are required for the smooth operation of machinery in a variety of industries. The cost of base oil is a crucial facto... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/base-oil-pricing-and-the-exchange-rate) Tuesday, April 11, 2023 ### [Predicting the Future Pricing of Diesel in South Africa](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/predicting-the-future-pricing-of-diesel-in-south-africa) Locally, diesel dominates the market as a fuel source used in transportation and energy generation. The price of diesel has an impact across the board. Consequently, there is a nee... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/predicting-the-future-pricing-of-diesel-in-south-africa) Thursday, April 6, 2023 ### [Storage, Stability and Estimated Shelf Life of Finished Lubricants](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/storage-stability-and-estimated-shelf-life-of-finished-lubricants) Most materials deteriorate over time, including finished lubricants. That is why knowing what to look for in lubricants, including their shelf life, is critical in determining whet... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/storage-stability-and-estimated-shelf-life-of-finished-lubricants) Thursday, April 6, 2023 ### [This April we look at the ins and outs of fuel price dynamics](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-ins-and-outs-of-fuel-price-dynamics) The cost of diesel has a considerable impact on the operational efficiency of a business. If businesses don’t take an intelligent, informed approach toward cost optimisation, they ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-ins-and-outs-of-fuel-price-dynamics) Thursday, March 23, 2023 ### [Astron Energy At The 2023 Mining Indaba](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/astron-energy-at-the-2023-mining-indaba) At the recent Investing in African Mining Indaba, the spotlight was put firmly on new sources of sustainable energy, with South Africa said to be strategically placed to be a regio... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/astron-energy-at-the-2023-mining-indaba) Thursday, October 13, 2022 ### [Changing landscape of route planning](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/changing-landscape-of-route-planning) The transport industry has seen a significant improvement in route planning over the past decade with many more advancements to come. In this article, we take a look at how this la... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/changing-landscape-of-route-planning) Thursday, October 6, 2022 ### [What The Rest Of 2022 Holds For The Manufacturing Industry](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-the-rest-of-2022-holds-for-the-manufacturing-industry) For the first quarter of 2022, the manufacturing industry showed a positive trajectory, but the recent Absa Manufacturing Survey underscores the noteworthy constraints the sector u... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-the-rest-of-2022-holds-for-the-manufacturing-industry) Thursday, October 6, 2022 ### [Global Supplychain Constraints On Local Lubricant Stock](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/global-supplychain-constraints-on-local-lubricant-stock) The factors that influenced the current global and domestic shortage of base oil and lubricants all impacted on each other. Supply chain disruptions are nothing new, especially in ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/global-supplychain-constraints-on-local-lubricant-stock) Monday, October 3, 2022 ### [Recuperating Fuel Spend with Schedule 9 Tax Claim](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/recuperating-fuel-spend-with-schedule-9-tax-claim) In 2000 South Africa introduced a system whereby qualifying primary industries could apply for a tax rebate for their spending on diesel in their activities or production processes... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/recuperating-fuel-spend-with-schedule-9-tax-claim) Friday, September 23, 2022 ### [What The 4th Industrial Revolution Means For South Africa](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-the-4th-industrial-revolution-means-for-south-africa) The recent Manufacturing Indaba underscored the power of the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) to revolutionalise SA’s 3.0 level industries. Benefits include increased productivity, ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-the-4th-industrial-revolution-means-for-south-africa) Monday, September 5, 2022 ### [The Advantages Of Advanced Fuel Filtration](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-advantages-of-advanced-fuel-filtration) Clean diesel fuel helps the performance and durability of modern diesel engines. Inorganic particles in diesel fuel can cause abrasive wear to the injection fuel system and piston ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-advantages-of-advanced-fuel-filtration) Tuesday, August 30, 2022 ### [Keep the wheels rolling with commercial oil and lubricant offerings ](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/keep-the-wheels-rolling-with-astrons-commercial-oil-and-lubricant-offerings) As the owner and operator of one of South Africa’s largest crude oil refineries, Astron Energy is a leading supplier of petroleum products in the country. Astron Energy as licensee... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/keep-the-wheels-rolling-with-astrons-commercial-oil-and-lubricant-offerings) Monday, August 29, 2022 ### [Diesel fuel differentiation – the role of multifunctional additives](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/diesel-fuel-differentiation-the-role-of-multifunctional-additives) Innovation is an ongoing requirement to remain competitive in the fuel additives business, often driven by legislation that demands higher quality fuels. For example, diesel produc... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/diesel-fuel-differentiation-the-role-of-multifunctional-additives) Thursday, August 25, 2022 ### [The Impact Of High Crude Oil Prices On Lubricant Costs](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-breakdown-of-how-lubricants-are-priced) Higher crude prices have led to an increase in transportation costs. Lubricant price increases are directly tied to the economy as a whole and can be influenced by many external fa... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-breakdown-of-how-lubricants-are-priced) Friday, August 19, 2022 ### [The Preservation Of Diesel Product Integrity](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-customer-diesel-supply) There are many misconceptions about customer diesel supply in South Africa. In this article, we take a look at a follow-up on our Life of Diesel article and delve into the importan... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-customer-diesel-supply) Thursday, June 30, 2022 ### [Astron Energy Retains Level 1 B-BBEE Status](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/astron-energy-retains-level-1-b-bbee-status) South African petroleum company Astron Energy has retained its Level 1 B-BBEE status for the second year running. Astron Energy, a licensee of the Caltex brand in South Africa, was... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/astron-energy-retains-level-1-b-bbee-status) Wednesday, May 25, 2022 ### [Winter Diesel](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/winter-diesel) Over the winter months in South Africa, the low-temperature operability of diesel fuel becomes increasingly important. During this period, and for the most part only in the coldest... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/winter-diesel) Thursday, May 12, 2022 ### [Understanding Gear Oils](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-gear-oils) There’s often confusion about the American Petroleum Institute (API) classifications used for gearbox or transmission oil specifications. Therefore, individuals responsible for sel... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-gear-oils) Thursday, May 5, 2022 ### [Water contamination in diesel: How to reduce the risk](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/water-contamination-in-diesel-how-to-reduce-the-risk) Fuel contamination is a common topic when discussing diesel storage. Those who keep diesel for extended periods of time will often worry about what will happen if water leaks into ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/water-contamination-in-diesel-how-to-reduce-the-risk) Friday, March 25, 2022 ### [Minimizing costs and downtime in the Energy Sector](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/minimizing-costs-and-downtime-in-the-energy-sector) At Astron Energy, we don’t accept the status quo, particularly when challenges are industry-wide and costly. We sat down with David MacIntyre, Finished Lubricants Technical Manager... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/minimizing-costs-and-downtime-in-the-energy-sector) Tuesday, March 22, 2022 ### [Four lubrication tips to extend diesel engine life](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/four-lubrication-tips-to-extend-diesel-engine-life) Known as the workhorses of the engine world, diesel engines are rugged, economical, and reliable. Over the years, these engines have advanced to include many unparalleled mechanica... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/four-lubrication-tips-to-extend-diesel-engine-life) Tuesday, March 22, 2022 ### [Oil viscosity and how to choose the right grade](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/oil-viscosity-and-how-to-choose-the-right-grade)   Engine oils are essential to a vehicle’s performance and lifespan, and viscosity is an important attribute. Knowing how to determine the right oil viscosity for your vehicle is v... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/oil-viscosity-and-how-to-choose-the-right-grade) Tuesday, March 22, 2022 ### [What fleet operators need to know about commercial lubricants](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-fleet-operators-need-to-know-about-commercial-lubricants) Today’s challenges on modern fleet maintenance are becoming more demanding, predominantly defined by changes in equipment, regulatory controls, and the constant pressure to keep th... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/what-fleet-operators-need-to-know-about-commercial-lubricants) Wednesday, February 23, 2022 ### [Myth Buster: Aftermarket fuel additives in tanks improve engines.](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/diesel-aftermarket-fuel-additives-added-to-tanks-are-better-for-engines) In this third delivery of our Myth Buster blog series, we address two commonly-held perceptions in South Africa – that diesel vehicles are the primary source of nitrogen oxide (NOx... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/diesel-aftermarket-fuel-additives-added-to-tanks-are-better-for-engines) Friday, December 10, 2021 ### [The life of diesel](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-life-of-diesel) Diesel begins its life as a crude oil fraction, which undergoes a number of processing steps starting with fractional distillation. The crude oil is heated and pumped into a tall d... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/the-life-of-diesel) Wednesday, November 24, 2021 ### [Busting the myths on diesel fuel – Part 5](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel-part-5) Diesel density and stability - In this blog, the last in our five-part Myth Buster series, we explore the myth that diesel density is too close to petrol to justify claims that it ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel-part-5) Saturday, November 13, 2021 ### [Myth Buster: Busting the myths on diesel fuel](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/myth-buster-busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel) In this penultimate delivery of our Myth Buster blog series, we take a brief look at the often misguided assumption that new diesel engines need less care and treatment. We also di... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/myth-buster-busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel) Thursday, October 28, 2021 ### [Women are the Heartbeat of Astron Energy’s Operational Efficiencies](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/women-are-the-heartbeat-of-astron-energys-operational-efficiencies) More than two decades after South Africa achieved democracy, women's empowerment is still a topic of discussion in the corporate and business world. Many companies are still laggin... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/women-are-the-heartbeat-of-astron-energys-operational-efficiencies) Wednesday, October 20, 2021 ### [Myth Buster: Modern diesel technology drives the future](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/modern-diesel-technology-drives-the-future) The advent of alternative fuels and the potential of all-electric vehicles have given rise to some misconceptions about the future of diesel, with some proclaiming that diesel is o... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/modern-diesel-technology-drives-the-future) Wednesday, August 18, 2021 ### [Myth Buster: Busting the myths on diesel fuel](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel) Diesel is the undisputed lifeblood of commercial land transport that keeps the economic wheels rolling in most countries, yet it’s often touted as the ‘bad boy’ when it comes to po... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/busting-the-myths-on-diesel-fuel) Wednesday, August 4, 2021 ### [Paying Attention to the Future](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/paying-attention-to-the-future) If there is one takeaway from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is the fact that we’d better start paying attention to something beyond what happens daily. It’s very easy to fall into the ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/paying-attention-to-the-future) Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ### [Learning from the Pandemic](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/learning-from-the-pandemic) Looking back over this past year, there are some key learnings regarding how the pandemic has impacted customer behaviour. In our last article we spoke about the need to take time ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/learning-from-the-pandemic) Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ### [Realising diesel savings to boost your bottom line](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/realising-diesel-savings-to-boost-your-bottom-line) Transporters can meet contracted rates effortlessly when they have the option to use an extensive network of service stations offering special diesel prices – thus providing signif... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/realising-diesel-savings-to-boost-your-bottom-line) Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ### [Key trends shaping the international and local mining sector](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/key-trends-shaping-the-international-and-local-mining-sector) According to the latest data from the Minerals Council of South Africa, mining contributed R376-billion to GDP*, and remains the mainstay of our economy. But the world of mining is... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/key-trends-shaping-the-international-and-local-mining-sector) Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ### [Factors affecting the price of lubricants](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/factors-affecting-the-price-of-lubricants) Finished lubricants keep the world running, ensuring performance and safety in a vast range of dynamic, high-temperature applications. But as dynamic as these applications are, so ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/factors-affecting-the-price-of-lubricants) Friday, May 14, 2021 ### [Ransomware attack forces shutdown of largest fuel pipeline in the U.S.](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/ransomware-attack-forces-shutdown-of-largest-fuel-pipeline-in-the-u.s) Colonial Pipeline, the operator of the America’s largest fuel pipeline, fell victim to a cybersecurity attack on Friday 7 May that involved ransomware, forcing it to temporarily sh... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/ransomware-attack-forces-shutdown-of-largest-fuel-pipeline-in-the-u.s) Friday, May 7, 2021 ### [3 things that can help SA logistics firms rebound after the pandemic](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/three-factors-that-will-drive-the-post-pandemic-recovery-of-logistics-companies-in-south-africa) Like so many other industries, the logistics services sector experienced mixed fortunes during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, there is light at the end of the tunne... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/three-factors-that-will-drive-the-post-pandemic-recovery-of-logistics-companies-in-south-africa) Wednesday, April 7, 2021 ### [Understanding South Africa’s Carbon Tax](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-south-africas-carbon-tax) Despite the economic slowdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 remained the hottest year on record globally, tied with 2016. It's clearer than ever that now is the time to ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/understanding-south-africas-carbon-tax) Monday, February 15, 2021 ### [A day in the life of a commodity trader](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-commodity-trader) Keeping the economy turning through sourcing essential resources. Behind every liter of diesel used to transport goods, is a team of commodity traders. Commodity traders source ref... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-commodity-trader) Thursday, December 17, 2020 ### [E-commerce boom drives need for updated fleet maintenance programmes](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/e-commerce-boom-drives-need-for-updated-fleet-maintenance-programmes) Back in 2018, the industry was just coming to terms with the growth of e-commerce and its transformative effect on freight transportation, with particular emphasis on the final log... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/e-commerce-boom-drives-need-for-updated-fleet-maintenance-programmes) Monday, December 7, 2020 ### [Preventing Your Engine From Overheating](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/preventing-your-engine-from-overheating) Say your driver is out on the road and notices something wrong—liquid is leaking from the engine area. The driver suspects a coolant leak, but how can he or she know for sure? It’s... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/preventing-your-engine-from-overheating) Thursday, December 3, 2020 ### [Ten Things You Need To Know About Your Trucks’ Coolant](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/ten-things-you-need-to-know-about-your-trucks-coolant) Coolant experts in the industry were surveyed about the most important things fleets should know when it comes to their coolant. Below is a brief guide to your trucks’ coolant, in ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/ten-things-you-need-to-know-about-your-trucks-coolant) Tuesday, November 3, 2020 ### [A Perspective into South Africa’s Fuel Supply Dynamics](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-perspective-into-south-africas-fuel-supply-dynamics1) For its more than fifty-five million people, South Africa’s transport sector is the live-wire underpinning economic and social development. Tied to the movement of goods, be it bul... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/a-perspective-into-south-africas-fuel-supply-dynamics1) Monday, October 26, 2020 ### [Risks of excluding routine oil analysis in your fleet PMP](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/risks-of-excluding-routine-oil-analysis-in-your-fleet-pmp) Among our trucking customers, we are seeing more and more mixed fleets of older and newer trucks from different OEMs, and that presents a challenge from a preventive maintenance pe... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/risks-of-excluding-routine-oil-analysis-in-your-fleet-pmp) Friday, October 9, 2020 ### [Accelerating South Africa’s transformation in the Mining sector](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/accelerating-south-africas-transformation-in-the-mining-sector) South Africa’s population is estimated at around 60 million people, equivalent to 0,76% of the global population. It is regarded, however, as the country with the highest rate of m... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/accelerating-south-africas-transformation-in-the-mining-sector) Wednesday, September 23, 2020 ### [Future of customer relationships - Cris-atunity!](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/future-of-customer-relationships-cris-atunity) Future-Fit recently researched the impact of COVID-19 on commercial relationships and perceptions of the future ‘new normal’. Insights gained were distilled into seven lessons. In ... [Read More](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/future-of-customer-relationships-cris-atunity) Wednesday, September 16, 2020 ### [Heavy Duty Motor Oil Trend toward Synthetic Oil](https://www.callagenda.aecrm.co.za/blog/heavy-duty-motor-oil-trend-toward-synthetic-oil) While the global lubricants market is estimated at a massive 46 billion litres, it has shown minimal volume movement over the past few years, mainly due to economic conditions. How... 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