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We operate our own transport fleet
Experienced support team
Innovative lubrication solutions
ISO9001:2015 certified
In Memoriam – Eric Forde
It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our dear friend and retired colleague, Eric Forde.
Eric joined the Gem family in 1972 and dedicated 47 years of his career to our company, retiring in 2019. During this time, he served as an Area Business Manager with unwavering dedication and professionalism. Eric’s kindness, integrity, and loyalty left an enduring mark on all who had the privilege to work alongside him. He was not only a valued colleague but also a mentor, a leader, an ambassador and a true stalwart of Gem Oils.
Eric’s contribution to our organisation went far beyond his work—his warmth, humour, and generosity of spirit enriched the lives of his colleagues and friends. He will be remembered with deep respect and great affection.
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his beloved wife Elizabeth, daughters Janet, Alison, and Joanne, his six cherished grandchildren, and his extended family and friends.
He will be sadly missed by all of us at Gem Oils.
Safe in the arms of heaven.
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What Our Customers Say
MAGUIRE INTERNATIONAL LTD have utilised GEM OILS LTD for over 40 years as their preferredsupplier of all their lubricant products. These include gear oil, engine oil, antifreeze and grease for our complete fleet of lorries and trailers. Using Gem Oils products gives us confidence that our fleet are using the highest quality lubricants available on the market today. The company is efficient, has excellent response times and are supported on the ground by a great sales team.
Gem Oils has been our main lubricants partner since September 2013 and our relationship has continued to develop and grow into this new decade. Bates Oil looks to our suppliers to provide a comprehensive product range, excellent service levels and sound technical advice. With so manyrecent market developments we value the practical knowledge that Tom Coughlan (our Gem Business Manager) brings to our team. We look forward to exploring more opportunities in theyears ahead.
Rodney Bates
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Gem Oils is now part of Tricel Group
We are excited to announce that Gem Oils Ltd. has been acquired by the Tricel Group – a global engineering company headquartered in Killarney in