The 160-year-old lubricant brand to invest in space for up to 120 employees
Kentucky remains critical part of operation with 400+ jobs in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky., Aug. 24, 2026 – ValvolineTM Global Operations, The Original Motor Oil1 and worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, today announced it will create a new global headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its current location in Lexington, Ky., will remain a key part of its global footprint and become the central hub for the Americas region, where more than 400 employees will continue working, focusing wholly on supporting the company’s growing operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America.
The company’s new global headquarters will be located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati at 312 Elm Street, where it expects to invest in a complete revitalization of the 50,000 sq. ft. it will occupy. The move positions executive leadership and global functions minutes away from the company’s largest production facility while also providing the space, infrastructure and connectivity necessary for the company’s continued growth.
Today marks an important moment for our company,” said Jamal Muashsher, president and chief executive officer of Valvoline Global Operations. “Expanding our presence in Cincinnati and creating our Americas Hub in Lexington provides the space for our teams to better collaborate, innovate and operate more effectively, which will ensure we continue providing top-tier support for our customers worldwide.
As one of the fastest-growing lubricant brands worldwide, Valvoline Global has expanded its employee base by nearly 20 percent in the past three years. Multiple locations were considered as part of a comprehensive site-selection process before choosing Cincinnati for the new global headquarters. The new space will be designed for up to 120 employees.
We are beyond excited to welcome the Valvoline Global team to Cincinnati,” said Mayor Aftab Pureval, Cincinnati. “This is a huge win for our Downtown, for our local economy, and for the momentum our City and partners have been working to build. Thank you to everyone who played a role in this transition, and we are ready to support our new neighbors as they integrate into Cincy’s urban core.
The planned renovation and transition to the new global headquarters will happen over the coming months, with the new facility expected to open in the spring of 2027.
When a 160-year-old global brand decides where to put its global headquarters, it’s choosing where its future gets made, and Valvoline Global chose Ohio,” said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. "Cincinnati puts the company's leadership minutes from its largest production facility, backed by the talent pipeline and innovation network that a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial lubricants needs to keep growing. This is what happens when a state builds an ecosystem, not just an incentive package — and it's a sign of more to come.
Established in 1866 as America’s first branded motor oil, Valvoline has a long history of innovation and a commitment to driving customer growth worldwide. It’s why Valvoline Global supported the 2026 FIFA World Cup and engages in partnerships with Formula 1, NASCAR and Formula E racing. That same spirit fuels how the company gives back, supporting high-impact programs in education, wellness, youth and sustainability. These include efforts to transform the treatment and care for children with blood cancer, as well as the company’s flagship Aspiring Mechanics Program, which is helping prepare the next generation of skilled technicians.
The decision to relocate Valvoline Global’s headquarters to our region reflects the strength of our business-friendly environment and our growing prominence as a $10.6 billion global hub for chemicals and materials manufacturing,” said Kimm Lauterbach, president and CEO of REDI Cincinnati. “We’re proud to become home to a company that has earned the trust of millions of drivers and supports industrial operations around the world.
It’s a big day for Valvoline Global,” Muashsher said. “Kentucky has and will continue to be an important part of our story and our legacy – it’s where we grew into the global business we are today. As we establish our global headquarters in Cincinnati, we’re excited about the opportunities ahead and what this chapter will mean for our people and our business, building on our 160-year commitment to inventing the way forward.
About Valvoline™ Global Operations
Valvoline™ Global, being America’s first branded motor oil, is powering the next generation of mobility through innovation for customers in 140+ countries and at more than 80,000 points of distribution. A worldwide leader in future-ready automotive and industrial solutions and best-in-class services for partners around the globe, our legacy of firsts spans 160 years.
With solutions available for every engine and drivetrain, from high-mileage and heavy duty to electric vehicles, Valvoline™ Global is inventing the way forward for mobility and beyond, expanding its heat transfer solutions to high-performance computing.
Together with our parent company Aramco, one of the world's largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driving unparalleled product innovation and sustainable business solutions for what the future holds – on and off the road.
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