About DANA Lubes — Lubricant Manufacturer & Exporter, Dubai UAE
DANA Lubes is a lubricant manufacturing company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operating under the DANA Group. We manufacture automotive, industrial, commercial vehicle, and marine lubricants for export to 80+ countries worldwide and for the UAE domestic market.
Company Overview
| Founded | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Manufacturing Facility | Dubai Free Zone, UAE |
| Export Markets | 80+ countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, Middle East, Europe |
| Certifications | API SN/SP/CK-4, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ESMA |
| Parent Group | DANA Group (Steel · Lubricants · HVAC · E-Commerce) |
| Port | Jebel Ali Port, Dubai (JAFZA) |
| Business Models | Own brand · Private label · OEM manufacturing |
Product Range
DANA Lubes manufactures over 50 lubricant SKUs across all major categories:
- Automotive Engine Oils: Passenger car (PCMO) and heavy-duty diesel (HDEO) in all SAE grades from 0W-20 to 20W-50
- Transmission Fluids: ATF Dexron III, Dexron VI, CVT fluid, manual gear oils GL-4/GL-5
- Hydraulic Oils: ISO VG 32, 46, 68, 100 to Denison and Bosch Rexroth standards
- Industrial Lubricants: Compressor oil, turbine oil, chain and bar oil, cutting fluid, rust preventives
- Greases: Lithium, calcium, and complex base greases in NLGI 1, 2, 3
- Marine Lubricants: Trunk piston engine oils, system oils, stern tube greases
Manufacturing Capability
Our Dubai facility blends lubricants from Group I, Group II, and Group III base oils sourced from leading global refineries, combined with additive packages from major international additive companies including Lubrizol, Infineum, and Afton Chemical. Every batch is tested in our in-house laboratory before packaging and shipment.
Quality & Certifications
- API Licensed — API SN, SP, CK-4, CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CH-4
- ISO 9001:2015 — Quality Management System (third-party audited annually)
- ISO 14001:2015 — Environmental Management System
- ESMA Certified — Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology
DANA Group
DANA Lubes is part of DANA Group, a Dubai-based conglomerate with operations in steel distribution (DANA Steel UAE), lubricant manufacturing and export, HVAC and water cooling equipment, and e-commerce. The Group has been operating from Dubai since 2002 with export relationships across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is DANA Lubes’ factory located?
DANA Lubes’ manufacturing facility is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, within a UAE Free Zone. Our export logistics operate through Jebel Ali Port (JAFZA), the Middle East’s largest container terminal.
How many countries does DANA Lubes export to?
DANA Lubes exports to 80+ countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe. Key markets include Nigeria, Kenya, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Ghana, Ethiopia, Colombia, Mexico, and the GCC states.
What certifications does DANA Lubes hold?
DANA Lubes is API-certified (SN, SP, CK-4, CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CH-4), ISO 9001:2015 certified, ISO 14001:2015 certified, and ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology) certified.
Does DANA Lubes offer private label lubricant manufacturing?
Yes. DANA Lubes manufactures lubricants under customer brand names (private label). MOQ 1,000 litres per grade. In-house label design service. Full export documentation. This is one of our core services for international distributors.
Who are DANA Lubes’ target customers?
DANA Lubes serves B2B customers globally: lubricant importers and distributors, automotive parts traders, fleet operators, industrial manufacturers, OEM vehicle and equipment manufacturers, and private label brand owners in 80+ countries.
Request a Quote from DANA Lubes Dubai
DANA Lubes ships direct from our Dubai factory to distributors, importers, and OEM partners worldwide. Minimum order 200 litres. Full export documentation: COA, MSDS, Certificate of Origin, Proforma Invoice, Bill of Lading.