oelheld GmbH, a German-based global specialist in high-performance lubricants with over 135 years of expertise, has announced the appointment of Vijay Mijar as Vice President for Indian Operations. This move reflects the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in one of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly growing manufacturing markets.
Founded in 1887 by Carl Christian Held, oelheld is today recognised worldwide for its cutting-edge lubrication technologies across metalworking, EDM, grinding, forging, punching, and industrial applications. Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, and led by Managing Directors Philipp and Martin Storr, the company has built its reputation on partnerships with OEMs, collaborations with universities, and its own state-of-the-art R&D centre. Its guiding principle, HUTEC – Human Technology for Man, Nature & Machine, underscores oelheld’s philosophy of combining performance with environmental responsibility.
Vijay Mijar, with extensive experience in the manufacturing ecosystem, will drive the strategic direction and operational execution for oelheld in India. His leadership comes at a time when India’s industry landscape is witnessing rapid transformation fueled by technological advancements, sustainability imperatives, and supportive government policies.
“India represents a market of immense potential, where precision, sustainability, and automation are shaping the future of manufacturing. At oelheld, we are committed to supporting this growth with tailor-made lubrication solutions that deliver measurable performance and long-term environmental benefits,” said Vijay Mijar, Vice President, oelheld India.
oelheld’s portfolio includes high-performance grinding oils, EDM fluids, forging lubricants, punching oils, hydraulic and slideway oils, industrial greases, and corrosion protection solutions. With a strong emphasis on sustainable innovation, the company designs fluids that are low-emission, heavy-metal-free, and engineered for extended tool life and operational efficiency.
With this strategic appointment, oelheld aims to strengthen its footprint in India, enabling manufacturers across automotive, aerospace, precision machining, forging, and allied sectors to enhance competitiveness through advanced fluid technologies.
Founded in 1887 in Stuttgart, Germany, oelheld GmbH is a global specialist in lubricants and fluid management technologies. The company’s product portfolio covers metalworking lubricants, EDM dielectrics, forging and punching oils, industrial lubricants, greases, and corrosion protection systems. Guided by its principle HUTEC – Human Technology for Man, Nature & Machine, oelheld combines precision, performance, and sustainability to support demanding manufacturing environments worldwide. With subsidiaries in the USA, UK, France, and China, oelheld serves a global customer base of OEMs, machine builders, and industrial manufacturers.
