The AddNano European funded project is devoted to overcome the technological barriers that hinder the large scale introduction of a new generation of lubricants incorporating nano-materials. Advanced nano-materials recently developed, such as inorganic fullerene-like materials (IF’s) and others, have shown some initial promise for their contribution to reducing friction and enhancing protection against wear. The transfer of promising nanotechnology research results into new industrial technologies still represents a bottleneck. If IF's can be  incorporated in a stable fashion into full formulations, they offer the prospect for some performance breakthroughs and the possibility to substitute the ubiquitous anti-wear additives, Zinc Dialkyl Dithiophosphates (ZDDP’s). For engine oil (crankcase) applications, this in turn can assist in the durability and performance of exhaust-treatment and accordingly reduce harmful emissions. In fact exhaust catalysts tend to become poisoned by the Sulphur and Phosphorous in the conventional additives. Within engine oils and other lubricant applications, such as transmission fluids, and for greases used in rotational bearings, the potential exists for lubricants containing nano-materials to significantly reduce friction and enhance machine durability. This can contribute to substantial energy savings, reduced equipment maintenance and longer machine lifetime.