From YUKOIL to YUKO and VUKO: the story of one brand
Many partners and customers have known our products as YUKO for years, so it is only natural that some still look for us under that name. Here is the short answer: YUKO has become VUKO, the second stage in a brand story that now spans more than 20 years. The manufacturer, formulations, approvals and licences remain the same — only the name has changed.
2001
How it all began
JV YUKOIL LLC was founded in 2001, and production of industrial oils began the following year. In 2004, the first commercial products were launched under the company’s own trademark, YUKOIL, which echoes the company name. Under this name the brand earned the trust of the Ukrainian and export markets over the following decade, including its first international approvals (VOLVO, Cummins, Daimler), the first American Petroleum Institute (API) licence in Ukraine, and exports to CIS countries.
2013
2013: the first rebrand — YUKOIL becomes YUKO
In 2013, as the company entered European industry platforms (notably by joining UEIL, the Union of the European Lubricants Industry), the YUKOIL trademark was given a new name: YUKO. The manufacturer, quality standards and team stayed the same — only the name of the brand changed. Under the YUKO name, the company grew its exports to 80+ countries and established its reputation as a reliable lubricants supplier.
2021
2021: an updated YUKO logo
In 2021, the visual style of the YUKO brand was refreshed with a new logo. The name, the manufacturer and the products stayed the same.
2025
September 2025 – 2027: the second transition — YUKO becomes VUKO
In September 2025, in line with international patents, the second stage of the brand’s renewal began: YUKO became VUKO. Since then, both names can be found on packaging and at partners — “YUKO upgraded to VUKO”. This is a normal transition period, which continues through 2026. From 2027, the entire product range will be sold exclusively under the VUKO name.
As in 2013, only the name changes. VUKO is still made by YUKOIL: the production, formulations, approvals, licences and team stay the same.
Key facts
- YUKOIL, YUKO and VUKO are one and the same manufacturer, in business since 2001: YUKOIL.
- The move to VUKO began in September 2025 and is officially confirmed by international patents.
- During the transition period, products under both names (YUKO and VUKO) are available from authorised dealers.
- In addition to its own YUKO and VUKO brands, YUKOIL’s production facilities also manufacture products for partners under their own brands (Private Label).
- To check the availability of a specific brand, please contact YUKOIL’s authorised dealers and partners.