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SUMMARY:2026 ILMA Engage
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2026-ilma-engage/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Coconut Point\, 5001 Coconut Rd\, Bonita Springs\, FL\, 34134\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILMA Engage,No Link
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T182435Z
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SUMMARY:Changing Regulations: RCRA\, Rule 3 and Impacts on DOT
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/changing-regulations-rcra-rule-3-and-impacts-on-dot/
CATEGORIES:Members-Only Webinar
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LOCATION:https://ilma.org/event/changing-regulations-rcra-rule-3-and-impacts-on-dot/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20260120T184149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T184801Z
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SUMMARY:SPCC Compliance for the Lubricants Industry
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/spcc-compliance-for-the-lubricants-industry/
CATEGORIES:Members-Only Webinar
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LOCATION:https://ilma.org/event/spcc-compliance-for-the-lubricants-industry/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20231105T220326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T184042Z
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SUMMARY:2026 ILMA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2026-ilma-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa\, 5350 E Marriott Dr\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,No Link
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20260120T184310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T182629Z
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SUMMARY:PFAS Risk Assessment: How Do You Set a Cleanup Level\, and How Do You Know What to Regulate (or Deregulate)?
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/pfas-risk-assessment-how-do-you-set-a-cleanup-level-and-how-do-you-know-what-to-regulate-or-deregulate/
CATEGORIES:Members-Only Webinar
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LOCATION:https://ilma.org/event/pfas-risk-assessment-how-do-you-set-a-cleanup-level-and-how-do-you-know-what-to-regulate-or-deregulate/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270409
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20240624T222946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T001452Z
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SUMMARY:2027 ILMA Engage
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2027-ilma-engage/
LOCATION:Omni La Costa Resort & Spa\, 2100 Costa Del Mar Rd\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92009\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILMA Engage,No Link
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270929
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20240617T195657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T001447Z
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SUMMARY:2027 ILMA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2027-ilma-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa\, 23808 Resort Pkwy\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78261\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,No Link
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280406
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20241108T184124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T184124Z
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SUMMARY:2028 ILMA Engage
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2028-ilma-engage/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Tampa Water Street\, 510 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:ILMA Engage,No Link
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20281014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20281018
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20240617T200036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T001440Z
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SUMMARY:2028 ILMA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2028-ilma-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa\, 74-855 Country Club Dr.\, Palm Desert\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,No Link
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20290922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20290926
DTSTAMP:20260404T204818
CREATED:20250929T192745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T192928Z
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SUMMARY:2029 ILMA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ILMA has received a formal response from General Motors about the Association’s request for temporary flexibility under the OEM’s Dexos licensing program because of the ongoing disruptions to global Group III base oil supply. While GM acknowledged the severity and likely duration of current supply constraints\, it declined to provide enforcement relief for affected licensees. Here are the key takeaways from GM’s response: No enforcement pause — GM explicitly stated that it “does not intend to suspend license terminations or other enforcement actions.”Expedited reviews available — GM will expedite evaluations of alternative base oils and formulations submitted by blenders and additive companies.Case-by-case evaluation — All submissions will be reviewed by GM on their individual technical merits.Ongoing monitoring — GM will closely monitor the situation and support transitions to approved alternatives\, but without relaxing compliance obligations.Despite clear acknowledgment that the current Group III base oil supply disruption is outside the control of blenders\, GM is maintaining strict compliance expectations under its Dexos licensing program. ILMA members with Dexos licenses have noted that\, because of customer demand and for other reasons\, it is typical for them to carry approximately one month’s forward supply in inventory. Once that inventory is depleted\, companies that have not secured approved alternatives from GM may face serious commercial and licensing risk\, including potential termination. ILMA urges members with Dexos licenses to act now: Submit alternative base oils immediately to GM — Identify and submit technically justified Group III alternatives for GM evaluation without delay. Do not wait until existing inventory is exhausted.Engage additive suppliers to accelerate formulation adjustments and supporting data packages.Assess current base oil inventory and supply commitments to determine your timeline to potential disruption.Document compliance efforts\, including supplier communications and efforts to source alternative base oils.“ILMA appreciates GM’s response; however\, we remain concerned by the OEM’s decision not to provide temporary enforcement flexibility under these extraordinary circumstances\,” said ILMA CEO Holly Alfano. “While ILMA will continue to advocate for reasonable accommodations that reflect the realities of the global supply chain for Group III base oils\, members should proceed on the assumption that GM’s current enforcement practices for its Dexos licenses will remain in place.”
URL:https://ilma.org/event/2029-ilma-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek\, 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane\, Orlando\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,No Link
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