Shell Helix Ultra A5 / B5 can be used in gasoline, diesel and gas engines. Also, it is suitable for bio-diesel and gasoline / ethanol mixture using motors, which are required by the A5 / B5 0W-30 grade engine oil, such as Volvo, in some models.

Shell Gadinia S3 40 is a high quality, multifunctional diesel engine lubricant which has been specially designed for the most severe service in main propulsion auxiliary marine trunk piston engines burning up to 1% sulphur distillate and bio-fuels. The newly formulated Shell Gadinia S3 30 has also been optimised for use in non-engine applications which are typically found on board such as gearboxes, clutches and stern tubes.