Accor Lubrifiants S.A.S.

When engines need reliable lubrication to perform under extreme conditions, one French manufacturer has been delivering since 1983 — Accor Lubrifiants, the company behind the globally recognised KENNOL premium brand.

Accor Lubrifiants S.A.S. is a French manufacturer of lubricants and technical fluids, headquartered in Cholet, France. Founded in 1983 by Gérard Morihain, the company has been specialised in the manufacturing of lubricants for the automotive sector (motor oils, transmission oils, specific fluids), heavy trucks, commercial vehicles, as well as agricultural and industrial sectors. The company has also extended its activity to the manufacturing of technical products such as coolants, antifreezes, and screenwash fluids. With a production capacity of 130,000 tonnes per year, ultra-modern production units, fully automated packaging lines, and certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, Accor Lubrifiants distributes its products in more than 62 countries worldwide through a network of importers, distributors, workshops, and direct to final consumers.

Product Portfolio: Lubricants and Technical Fluids

Accor Lubrifiants manufactures a comprehensive range of lubricants and technical fluids covering multiple applications and vehicle types:

Motor Oils : Engine lubricants for automotive, commercial vehicles, and industrial applications, formulated to meet the latest manufacturer standards and specifications.

Transmission Oils : Gearbox and drivetrain lubricants for manual and automatic transmissions, axles, and differentials.

Hydraulic Oils : Hydraulic system fluids for automotive, agricultural, and industrial equipment, ensuring reliable hydraulic power transmission and component protection.

Coolants and Antifreezes : Engine cooling fluids formulated to provide freeze protection and corrosion inhibition for a wide range of vehicle types.

Screenwash Fluids : Windscreen cleaning fluids for automotive applications, available in different formulations for varying climatic conditions.

Specific Fluids and Technical Liquids : Specialised fluids for specific applications, including power steering fluids, brake fluids, and other technical liquids for automotive and industrial use.

The product portfolio includes established ranges: FLauto for specific liquids and fluids, Rénox for vehicle interior and exterior maintenance, and MIRALUB for lubricant ranges.

KENNOL Premium Brand

The Premium range KENNOL is now well-known worldwide for importers, distributors, workshops and final consumers. As described on the company’s website: “Come and visit our booth to discover the KENNOL spirit!”

KENNOL’s legitimacy on the international scene was established with a victory at the 24h du Mans in 1993, demonstrating the brand’s performance capabilities in one of the world’s most demanding motorsport competitions. The brand has since become an official partner and supplier of international structures, including national and international championships, competition car and motorcycle manufacturers, and research programs in electric motors. KENNOL products are designed and manufactured in France, with the company’s R&D department anticipating future standards and regulatory changes.

Manufacturing Capability and Certifications

Accor Lubrifiants operates ultra-modern production units and fully automated packaging lines at its factory in Cholet, France. Key manufacturing metrics include:

Production Capacity : 130,000 tonnes per year

Product Range : 192 products covering automotive, two-wheeler, truck, industry, agriculture, civil engineering, marine, and other applications

Global Reach : Products delivered to more than 62 countries worldwide

Certifications : AFAQ certification ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management), plus ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety)

As described on the company’s website: “The joint and constant effort of our various Divisions allows us to be certified for the quality of our processes and the environmental impact of our action.”

The company’s independence allows it to adapt quickly to customer demands, with total freedom of response and responsiveness. The company listens and provides tailor-made solutions to meet specific customer needs.

Quality Assurance: Tracking, Traceability, and R&D

Accor Lubrifiants maintains rigorous quality assurance processes across its manufacturing operations:

Production Sampling : Every production batch is sampled and tested. Even several years later, the company is able to verify and check any batch of a previous order, and validate its quality through its lab or an independent one.

R&D Laboratory : The R&D department anticipates future standards and regulatory changes. Products developed meet the standards of manufacturers, which are constantly evolving. The company stays current with the latest product standards and regulatory requirements.

Continuing Education Center : The company holds continuing education center approval, reflecting its commitment to professional development and industry training.

Dynamic Storage and Logistics

Accor Lubrifiants operates a dynamic storage system at its Cholet facility, enabling rapid response to customer orders. The double manufacturer/stockist model allows the company to dispatch and deliver orders very quickly. As described on the company’s website: “Whether you’re looking for a rarity, or restocking a classic, we might have it even before you proceed your order.”

The company’s production units based in France, as well as its stocks, allow the company to meet requests and volume variations, providing manufacturing and storage capacity in a single location.

Partnerships and Motorsport Heritage

Accor Lubrifiants has established significant partnerships in the motorsport world through its KENNOL brand:

24h du Mans Victory (1993) : A landmark achievement that established the brand’s international legitimacy and performance credentials in endurance racing.

Official Partnerships : The company has become an official partner and supplier of international structures, including national and international championships, competition car and motorcycle manufacturers, and research programs in electric motors.

Research Programs : The company is involved in research programs in electric motors, reflecting its commitment to innovation and adaptation to evolving automotive technologies.

Historical Timeline: From 1983 to the Present

Accor Lubrifiants’ history reflects consistent growth, expansion, and family continuity:

1983 : Creation of the Accor Lubrifiants factory in Cholet, France, by Gérard Morihain, marking the beginning of the company’s journey in mechanical lubricants.

1986 : Expansion and diversification — success of the brand prompted investment to meet increasingly large orders. The laboratory began working on other products including specific fluids and technical liquids.

1993 : Victory at the 24h du Mans via the KENNOL brand, establishing legitimacy on the international scene.

1999 : Diversification of productions with growing export success — development of new ranges including FLauto for specific liquids and fluids, Rénox for vehicle interior and exterior maintenance, and MIRALUB for lubricant ranges.

2005 : Expansion and dynamic storage — volumes manufactured required factory expansion, with a new wing built for exclusive dynamic storage enabling rapid response to orders.

2019 : Leading partnerships — the Group became an official partner and supplier of international structures including national and international championships, competition car and motorcycle manufacturers, and research programs in electric motors.

Today : Heir to a family tradition, the Group is a solid and international entity distributing products in more than 60 countries through physical and digital channels. The third generation of leaders continues the family tradition, with new brands, new products, and ever more modern manufacturing and distribution tools.

Exhibiting at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

Accor Lubrifiants S.A.S. will exhibit at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for the automotive aftermarket industry — a strategic platform for reaching lubricant distributors, workshop suppliers, and automotive professionals. Learn more about the Automechanika Frankfurt Trade Fair Overview or visit the official Automechanika Frankfurt website.

Frequently Discussed Topics Regarding Accor Lubrifiants

• What is Accor Lubrifiants’ core business?
  Accor Lubrifiants is a French manufacturer of lubricants (motor oils, transmission oils, hydraulic oils) and technical fluids (coolants, antifreezes, screenwash fluids) for automotive, truck, commercial vehicle, agricultural, and industrial sectors.
• What is the KENNOL brand?
  KENNOL is Accor Lubrifiants’ premium lubricant brand, recognised worldwide and established through motorsport success including a victory at the 24h du Mans in 1993.
• Where is Accor Lubrifiants manufactured?
  All products are manufactured in France at the company’s factory in Cholet, France. The company’s “Made in France” positioning is central to its brand identity.
• What is the company’s production capacity?
  130,000 tonnes per year, with ultra-modern production units and fully automated packaging lines.
• What certifications does Accor Lubrifiants hold?
  ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management), and ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety).
• In how many countries are Accor Lubrifiants products distributed?
  More than 62 countries worldwide.
• How can a lubricant distributor connect with Accor Lubrifiants?
  Professional inquiries should be directed through Accor Lubrifiants’ official B2B channels on its website https://accor-lubrifiants.com/en/ or by connecting with the team at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026.