Esso Fuel and Motor Oil

Esso is a world-renowned brand primarily associated with fuel, gasoline, and motor lubricants, operating as part of the broader ExxonMobil family. The brand name 'Esso' is derived from the phonetic pronunciation of the letters 'S' and 'O', representing the Standard Oil company. Its origins trace back to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries during the era of John D. Rockefeller and the subsequent breakup of the Standard Oil trust.

Today, Esso serves as the primary retail brand for ExxonMobil in many international markets, including much of Europe, Canada, and parts of Asia. While the brand originated in the USA, its manufacturing and refinery operations are truly global. Products are sourced and refined locally in various regions, such as the Fawley refinery in the United Kingdom or other major hubs in Singapore and continental Europe, to serve regional demand.

Starting from 2026 and into the future, the ultimate owner remains Exxon Mobil Corporation, headquartered in Spring, Texas. As one of the world's largest publicly traded energy companies, ExxonMobil continues to manage the Esso brand alongside Exxon and Mobil, focusing on integrated energy production, from upstream exploration to downstream retail distribution.