Mehran Oils

What Mehran Oils does

Mehran Oils Pvt. Ltd. is a Pakistani lubricant manufacturer and distributor founded in 1984 and headquartered in Karachi, with manufacturing operations in Hyderabad and a regional office in Islamabad. Operating primarily under the Double Horse brand, the company produces and sells automotive and industrial lubricants organized into four categories: motorcycle engine oils (Rapido, Rapido Gold, Breeze, D-2), car motor oils (Diamond and Platinum, both fully synthetic with Group 3 base oils imported from Korea), diesel engine oils (DH200, DH300, DH400, DH600 and DH Power across multiple viscosity grades), and industrial and generator oils (MOL Energizer, MOL Compressor, MOL CNG Station Oil, MOL Circulating Oil, and Mehran SMO 220/680). Formulas are engineered for Pakistan's climate extremes and heavy traffic conditions, with API certifications ranging from SG to SN depending on the line.

The company monetizes primarily through wholesale lubricant sales via a three-region distributor network covering all five Pakistani provinces, supplemented by retail through company-sponsored MOL Service Centers offering oil change, car wash, and maintenance services, plus a direct online storefront. Its customer base spans consumer-facing segments (motorcycle, passenger vehicle, and commercial diesel vehicle owners) and B2B industrial clients across cement, textile, fertilizer, power generation, port/terminal, logistics, maritime, and engineering sectors, with named enterprise accounts including Fauji Fertilizer, Pioneer Cement, Nishat Textile Mills, Pakistan International Container Terminal, and Saif Power. A technical collaboration with Chevron (Caltex) Pakistan supports formulation and production know-how.

Mehran Oils is a privately held company with no disclosed institutional investment, no funding rounds, and no M&A history. Management is led by Executive Director Ozair Bokhari, and the company markets through national radio, television, distributor incentive events, and a 2017 brand revamp. The company claims 40 years of lubricant blending experience, 30+ years of Double Horse brand presence, and approximately 1 billion liters of cumulative engine oil sold, with owned blending plants in three of Pakistan's five provinces.

Name

Mehran Oils

Legal name

Mehran Oils Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://mehranoils.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Mehran Oils is a Karachi-headquartered Pakistani lubricant manufacturer operating under the Double Horse brand since 1984, producing automotive and industrial lubricants distributed across all five provinces via a three-region distributor network, MOL Service Centers, and an online store, serving both consumer vehicle owners and B2B industrial clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Lubricants

NAICS

Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing (324191), Automotive Oil Change and Lubrication Shops (811191), Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing (3241)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations) (5172)

akta.pro primary industry

Lubricant Formulation & Blending (Finished Lubricants) (EUALAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Lubricants (PCMO, HDMO, ATF, Gear Oils, Coolants) (EUALAJAH), Industrial Lubricants (Hydraulics, Gear, Compressor, Turbine, Metalworking) (EUALAJAG), Retail & E-commerce Lubricants Sales (Auto Parts, Quick Lube, Online) (EUALAJAF), Packaging, Filling & Private Label / Contract Manufacturing (EUALAJAD)

Keywords

• Automotive lubricants
• Engine oil manufacturing
• Industrial lubricants
• Motorcycle engine oil
• Diesel engine oil

Headquarters

HQ city

Karachi

HQ country

Pakistan

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Lubricant Sales: Sale of automotive and industrial lubricants including diesel engine oils, gasoline oils, motorcycle oils, and industrial/generator oils through distributors and retail.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mehran Oils manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of automotive and industrial lubricants under the Double Horse brand in Pakistan, including motorcycle engine oils, car motor oils for gasoline/LPG/CNG vehicles, diesel engine oils, and industrial/generator oils. The company operates owned blending plants in 3 of 5 Pakistani provinces and sells products through a national network of appointed distributors and retailers, supplemented by company-sponsored MOL Service Centers offering car wash, oil change, and auto maintenance services.

Product overview

Mehran Oils (also known as Double Horse Motor Oil) is a Pakistani lubricant company operating in the lube blending industry for over 40 years. The company offers a diversified portfolio of engine oils organized into four main product categories: (1) Motorcycle Engine Oils including RAPIDO (synthetic blend), RAPIDO GOLD (fully synthetic), BREEZE, and D-2; (2) Car Motor Oils including DIAMOND and PLATINUM (both fully synthetic with Group 3 base oils from Korea); (3) Diesel Engine Oils including DH200, DH300, DH400, DH600, and DH POWER in various viscosity grades; and (4) Industrial & Generator Oils including MOL ENERGIZER, MOL COMPRESSOR, MOL CNG STATION OIL, and MEHRAN SMO grades. The company also operates MOL Service Centers providing car wash, service, and oil change facilities. Products are distributed through a network of loyal distributors and retailers serving all 5 provinces of Pakistan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Double Horse: Primary brand under which Mehran Oils operates. Present in the market for over 30 years with established brand loyalty.
• Super DHL

Products and services

• Rapido Synthetic blend lubricant for motorcycles with API SJ certification and SAE 20W-40 viscosity. Made from Group 2 base oils, engineered for heavy traffic and extreme temperature climates common in the Pakistani market. Available in 0.7 litre packaging.
• Rapido Gold Highest quality fully synthetic lubricant for motorcycles with API SL/CF certification and SAE 20W-50 viscosity. Replaced Super DHL Group 2, providing greater mileage and engine quality. Available in 0.7 litre and 1 litre bottle packaging.
• Breeze Motorcycle engine oil with API SG certification. Designed for reliable engine protection in motorcycles.
• D-2 Motorcycle engine oil designed for standard engine protection and performance.
• Diamond Fully synthetic car motor oil made with Group 3 base oils imported from Korea. API SN certified, SAE 10W-40 viscosity. Provides maximum engine life, utmost power and performance with excellent mileage. Minimizes maintenance costs and lowers petrol consumption. Suitable for electronic transmission vehicles. Available in 3 and 4 litre packaging.
• Platinum Fully synthetic car motor oil made with Group 3 base oils imported from Korea. SAE 20W-50 viscosity. Provides maximum engine life and power performance with excellent mileage. Formulation minimizes maintenance costs and lowers fuel consumption. Suitable for electronic transmission vehicles.
• DH200 Diesel engine oil with API SD/CD certification and SAE 50 viscosity. Made from base oils procured from National Refinery. Available in multiple packaging sizes from 1L to 205L.
• DH300 Diesel engine oil with API CF4/SG certification. Provides enhanced protection against engine friction and increases engine life while reducing fuel consumption.
• DH400 Diesel engine oil with API CF4/SJ certification and SAE 20W-50 viscosity. Made with imported base oils from renowned refineries like Hyundai Shell Oil. Provides enhanced protection, increased power, and smooth drives for heavy duty vehicles.
• DH600
• DH Power Diesel Engine Oil SAE 50 High-performance diesel engine oil for heavy duty diesel engines. Available in 205 litre drums.
• DH Top Gear Oil SAE 80W-90 Gear oil for automotive transmissions and differentials. API GL-5 certified.
• MOL Energizer 68 Industrial hydraulic oil for various applications.
• MOL Compressor Compressor oil for industrial compressor systems.
• MOL CNG Station Oil 150 Specialized oil for CNG station equipment.
• MOL Circulating Oil Industrial circulating oil for machinery lubrication.
• Mehran SMO 220, 680 (ISO VG) Industrial Industrial lubricating oil available in ISO VG 220 and 680 grades for industrial applications.
• MOL Service Center Company-sponsored oil change centers providing car wash, car service, auto mechanic, and oil change facilities with air-conditioned customer waiting lounges and complete range of MOL products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1 billion liters of quality engine oil sold
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• HabibFida AliminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 22 September 2017Renowned architect HabibFida Ali designed MOL retail centers. Previously involved in mega projects such as Karachi airport, LU.M.S., Aitchison College, Shell House.
• Chevron (Caltex) Pakistan Pvt LtdcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnical collaboration with Chevron (Caltex) Pakistan for technology and expertise sharing in lubricant formulation and production.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Fuchs Petrolub: Global German lubricants manufacturer specializing in industrial oils, including hydraulic, gear, compressor, and metalworking fluids. Direct competitor to Mehran's MOL Energizer, MOL Compressor, and industrial SMO lines.
• TotalEnergies Lubrifiants: Global lubricants arm of TotalEnergies producing automotive and industrial motor oils across multiple viscosity grades. Comparable in finished lubricant formulation, blending, and additive technology to Mehran's products.
• Gulf Oil International: Global lubricants major (Hinduja Group) with significant Pakistan distribution via Gulf Oil Pakistan. Directly comparable in motor oils, motorcycle oils, and industrial lubricants at a multinational scale.

Direct peers

• Total Parco Pakistan: Pakistani fuel and lubricants marketing joint venture offering Total-branded motor oils and industrial lubricants. Overlaps directly with Mehran's automotive and industrial product lines and uses a similar nationwide distributor network.
• Hascol Petroleum: Pakistani fuel and lubricants company distributing motor oils and industrial lubricants across Pakistan. Comparable product portfolio and distribution-led GTM model to Mehran Oils.
• Pakistan State Oil (PSO): State-owned Pakistani fuel marketer with its own lubricant manufacturing and marketing operations including automotive and industrial oils. Competes directly with Mehran in the domestic Pakistani market across most product categories.
• Shell Pakistan: Subsidiary of Shell plc producing and marketing Shell-branded lubricants, motor oils, and industrial oils across Pakistan. Directly competes with Mehran across automotive, motorcycle, and industrial segments through a similar distributor-led model and strong brand power.
• Chevron Pakistan (Caltex): Pakistan lubricants and fuels marketer operating the Caltex brand — simultaneously Mehran's technical collaboration partner and a direct competitor across motor oils, diesel engine oils, and industrial lubricants. Highly comparable product portfolio and channel strategy.

Emerging players

• ZIC (SK Lubricants): South Korean lubricant brand (SK Lubricants) expanding in Pakistan with synthetic motor oils. Competes in Mehran's premium automotive and motorcycle segments, particularly where Group 3 base oil positioning is emphasized.

Regional players

• Petromin (Saudi Arabia): Saudi Arabian lubricants and petroleum marketer with motor oil and industrial lubricant offerings across MENA and parts of South Asia. Comparable in product range (auto, diesel, industrial) but primarily serves a different geography than Pakistan.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mehran-oils-pvt-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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