After comprehensive testing, MAN Diesel & Turbo has given general approval for the use of Vickers Oils bio-oils with its CP propellers. Accordingly, Vickers biodegradable and non-toxic oils are now accepted by MAN Diesel & Turbo for use within complete oil systems in the VB and VBS propeller range. As such, Vickers bio-oils can be used both for the general gravity lubrication of sterntube bearings, and the lubrication of propeller hubs' moving internal parts.

Our engineers are very pleased with the test results experienced with Vickers bio-oils. Today, we are the first company able to offer our customers the opportunity of using environmentally friendly, biodegradable oils in their CP-propeller systems.

The oils, which have undergone extensive testing, have the Vickers trade names HYDROX BIO 68 and HYDROX BIO 100. Additionally, another Vickers bio-oil is presently being tested for use with MAN Diesel & Turbo's AMG-range of reduction gearboxes, and as hydraulic servo-oil for propeller pitch-setting.