LEADERS IN LUBRICATION SINCE 1962
Gem Oils is an Irish lubricant supplier serving businesses across Ireland. From our base in Cavan, we supply lubricants and related products across commercial, industrial, agricultural, automotive, marine and off-highway sectors.
60+
Years in Business
1M+
Litres of Stock
ISO
9001:2015 Certified
32
Counties Served
OUR STORY
Gem Oils was established in Co. Cavan in 1962 and has developed over more than six decades into a lubricant supplier serving customers across various industries throughout Ireland.
The business has continued to develop its product range and operations as the needs of its customers and the industries it serves have evolved.
Gem operates from its Cavan base with substantial lubricant storage, its own transport fleet and regional sales coverage across 32 counties.
Since 2023, Gem Oils has been part of the Tricel Group, an Irish-owned international business. Gem continues to operate under its own name and remains focused on serving the needs of its customers.
Over 60 years of milestones
Gem Oils is Established
1962Gem Oils established as a family-owned lubricant supplier serving local agricultural and commercial customers.
National expansion
1970s–80sProduct range extended beyond agriculture into commercial transport and industrial sectors. Company fleet established.
ISO 9001 certification
2000sQuality management system certified, covering the full supply chain. Specialist brand distribution partnerships established.
60th anniversary & Tricel Group
2022 – 2023Six decades marked. Gem Oils joins Tricel Group, retaining its Irish team and Cavan operations.
The principles that have guided us since 1962.
Six decades in business teaches you what actually matters. These are the operational commitments Gem Oils makes to every customer, on every order — not aspirational statements, but things we can point to and demonstrate.
Straightforward Service
We keep things simple. Our team is easy to reach, listens to what customers need and focuses on finding practical solutions without unnecessary complexity.
Direct customer relationships
Our regional sales team works directly with customers across Ireland, providing a local point of contact for products, supply and ongoing support.
Reliable Supply
With extensive lubricant storage and our own transport fleet, we have the infrastructure to support regular deliveries across our customer network.
Established Quality
Gem Oils has operated under ISO quality standards for decades and currently holds ISO 9001:2015 certification across its operation.
Full Product Documentation
Technical Data Sheets and Safety Data Sheets are available for every product we supply, across all brand ranges.
Irish Market Knowledge
Based in Cavan and serving customers throughout Ireland, our team understands the industries, equipment and working environments found across the local market.
The facts behind our reputation
From our storage and distribution operation to our regional team and product range, these are some of the capabilities that support our customers every day.
Ireland's largest lubricant storage
Gem Oils holds more lubricant storage capacity than any other independent supplier in Ireland — underpinning our ability to fulfil large orders and maintain supply during high-demand periods.
Company-owned transport fleet
Our vehicles are Gem Oils operated — not subcontracted. We control delivery scheduling directly and respond quickly to urgent orders without dependency on third-party carriers.
ISO 9001:2015 certified
Independently audited and certified quality management, covering product sourcing, storage, distribution, and customer service — renewed on a regular audit cycle.
Regionally based sales team
Our Area Business Managers are based in the regions they cover — not a central call centre. They visit customers directly and provide on-site technical support when needed.
Specialist Brand Partnerships
Alongside core lubricants range, Gem Oils holds formal authorised distribution status for Tectyl™, Molykote® and Krytox™.
Broad Industry Coverage
Gem Oils supplies lubricants across commercial transport, industrial, agricultural, automotive, marine and off-highway applications, supporting businesses with different equipment and operating requirements.
People who know
the business
Our team brings together experience across lubricants, sales, customer service and distribution. With regional sales coverage and customer service based in Cavan, customers have direct access to people who understand their requirements and the markets they operate in.
Whether you’re looking for a product, arranging supply or discussing an ongoing requirement, our team is here to help.
Between our regional team and Cavan-based customer service, you can speak to someone who knows the product at every stage of the process.
- Product knowledge: A deep understanding of the lubricants and specialist products we supply across different industries and applications.
- Regional presence: Area managers based across Ireland, providing direct customer contact and local market knowledge.
- Customer support: Straightforward help with product enquiries, supply requirements and finding the right solution for your application.
- Long-term relationships Many of our customer relationships have developed over years of working together, built through consistent service and direct contact.
find your gem area manager
Our regional team works directly with businesses across Ireland. Find your local contact for product enquiries, supply requirements and day-to-day support. Alternatively, you can also reach out to our headoffice.
Talk to the Gem Oils Team
Whether you’re servicing one vehicle or managing a fleet, we’ll help you choose the right lubricant for the job, answer product questions and recommend suitable alternatives where needed