Success Story

Market Research Activity for Motul India

MOTUL success story
MOTUL success story

France

Headquarter

$599.53mn+

Turnover

Oil and Gas

Sector

Market research for high performing lubricants

Challenge

Key Points

Market research driving OEM and distributor growth

Deep primary and secondary market research enabled Motul India to cut through entrenched competition, sharpen its industrial focus, and build a credible path to OEM partnerships and distributor-led growth.

Olivier Montange

CEO at Motul S.A

Challenges

Entering the Indian industrial sector appliances market posed a significant challenge due to the stronghold of existing competitors. The company recognized that to succeed, a standard approach would not suffice. They decided to focus on customization, tailoring industrial lubricants to meet the specific requirements of local clients.

Understanding the importance of partnerships, the company prioritized building relationships with major OEMs in the relevant business segments. Simultaneously, they worked on identifying and establishing connections with reputable distributors, ensuring that their products would reach the right customers efficiently.

Through a combination of tailored solutions, strategic alliances, and a robust distribution network, the company gradually began to carve a niche for itself, laying a strong foundation for sustainable growth in the competitive Indian market.

Services Provided

  • Primary Market Research

    • Conducted direct interactions with competitors, industry experts, and distributors.

    • Utilized multiple channels including face-to-face meetings, telephonic calls, and virtual sessions.

    • Purpose: To gather firsthand insights on market dynamics, competitor strategies, and distributor preferences, which helped Motul India make informed decisions.

  • Secondary Market Research

    • Analyzed existing information from media, government policies, market reports, and other relevant publications.

    • Reviewed benchmarking studies provided by clients to compare industry practices and performance standards.

    • Purpose: To understand broader market trends, growth drivers, market size, and regulatory environment, complementing the primary research findings.

Delivered Value

Maier Vidorno Altios played a pivotal role in guiding Motul India through a critical market transition. The team delivered a comprehensive report that included detailed market research and in-depth profiling of competitors, providing Motul India with a clear picture of the competitive landscape.

Based on these insights, Maier Vidorno Altios recommended multiple strategic approaches to ensure a successful carve-out from the joint venture. These included focusing on specific products and industry segments, building strong distributor connections, and obtaining approvals from key OEMs. By combining thorough market understanding with actionable strategies, Motul India was equipped to navigate the transition effectively and strengthen its position in the Indian market.

Tips and Best Practices

  1. Leverage Local Expertise
    Partner with firms like Altios for market-specific guidance in logistics, engineering, and commercial real estate.
  2. Streamline Operations
    Delegate non-core tasks (e.g., accounting, back-office) to trusted partners, allowing the team to focus on sales and strategic growth.
  3. Invest in Infrastructure
    Build state-of-the-art facilities tailored to local demand, as with Noracโ€™s 7,000 mยฒ Pennsylvania site for the Bakerly brand.
  4. Plan for Autonomy
    Establish long-term goals, including recruiting local teams to manage and grow the market independently.
  5. Adopt a Phased Approach
    Combine initial support from experts with a strategy to transition into full market control gradually.

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