History of Caltex

Formation of Caltex through the merger of Standard Oil Co. (SoCal) and The Texas Co.

Caltex’s logo features a red star intersected by the word “CALTEX”.

Post-World War II expansion includes increased bunkering services and manufacturing of lubricating oil.

Significant refining capacity boost with access to Bahrain and Ras Tanura Refineries in Saudi Arabia for growing markets.

Introduction of Caltex’s own branded products spurs sales, establishing a strong presence in petroleum products.

Acquisition of 40 surplus tankers leads to Caltex having the world’s 5th largest fleet.

Annual product sales growth of over 10% as operations extend to over 70 countries.

Japan becomes a prominent market, purchasing 11 million barrels of Caltex products.

Official name change from California Texas Oil Corp. to Caltex Petroleum Corp.

Subtle logo change with the word “CALTEX” printed over a white stripe intersecting the red star.

Launch of a global advertising campaign focusing on Caltex’s multicultural employee base.

Caltex Oil Refining (India) Ltd. (CORIL) taken over by the Government of India in 1976 and merged with HPCL in 1978.

Transition to using oil not produced by Caltex or its parent companies, becoming a trading company dealing on the open market.

Kosan Gas Company merged with HPCL

Launch of a new brand identity campaign, including updated signage, designs, and colour schemes.

Celebration of Caltex’s 50th anniversary, emphasizing its reputation as a responsible corporate citizen in 56 countries.

Focus on high-growth areas with an emphasis on trading, logistics, and marketing of bunker, aviation fuels, and lubricants.

Sale of a 50% interest in Nippon Petroleum Refining Co., Ltd.

Introduction of the Delta Star logo and re-imaging of retail outlets.

Name change to Caltex Corp., accommodating non-petroleum products.

Headquarters move from Dallas to Singapore.

Introduction of the “One Stop Worth Making” campaign.

Receipt of Singapore’s first-ever Global Headquarters Award, recognizing organizational transformation.

Becoming a part of ChevronTexaco Corp., fostering synergies with shared standards of performance.

Significant earnings improvement driven by growing energy demand, solidifying Caltex’s position.

ChevronTexaco Corp changes its name to Chevron Corporation.

Caltex Lubricants continues its journey in 29 countries worldwide.

On 10th August 2023, Caltex Lubricants establishes its first manufacturing unit of the Delo brand in India through a partnership with HPCL, marking its entry into the Indian market.