Overview
On September 11, 2026, a press release announced that Discovery will air a special documentary titled The Power Behind Progress, streaming on Discovery+. The film takes viewers inside IndianOil’s Integrated Lube Complex at Manali Industrial Area in Chennai, which is described as the world’s largest lubricant blending plant.
Manufacturing Scale and Capability
The Manali facility is built on an extraordinary scale with a planned capacity of 672 tons per annum (TMTPA). It features automated blending, advanced testing, and quality‑control capabilities that together create an integrated manufacturing ecosystem designed to deliver consistency, efficiency, and the ability to meet the rapidly expanding demand of India’s automotive and industrial economy.
SERVO Brand Evolution
SERVO, a home‑grown lubricant brand, originated in 1972 when IndianOil’s R&D Centre in Faridabad developed the country’s first indigenously produced high‑grade lubricant for defence services and commercial vehicles. Over five decades, SERVO has expanded its application base to critical sectors including defence, automotive, railways, power, mining, steel, marine, and other strategic industries.
Documentary Perspective
Tanaz Mehta, Executive Director – Advertising Revenues, South Asia at Warner Bros. Discovery, is quoted saying the documentary reveals the innovation, scale, technology, and human expertise that power SERVO’s production. She highlights the film’s aim to showcase India’s journey toward greater technological capability and self‑reliance through advanced manufacturing.
Availability
The documentary is now streaming on Discovery+, offering audiences a behind‑the‑scenes look at the people, processes, and technology that drive SERVO’s production and its role in India’s mobility landscape.
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