Octan

Octan is a fictional multinational corporation that appears in LEGO’s universe. In the in-universe world, Octan is depicted as an energy and fuel company involved in oil extraction, refining, and distribution, with gas stations, transport fleets, and other industrial facilities commonly featured in LEGO sets. The brand has appeared across multiple themes since the early days of LEGO Town and has later shown up in space and other lineages, serving as a recognizable, consistent corporate presence that helps connect different parts of the LEGO world.

In-Lore context and branding

Octan functions as a generic stand-in for a large, global energy company. Its branding and imagery have varied over the years, but the core concept remains a leading player in energy and related industries. By providing a common corporate backdrop, Octan supports storytelling across diverse sets and media without referencing real-world brands. The company is often shown operating fuel stations, tankers, and refineries, illustrating aspects of production, distribution, and infrastructure within the LEGO ecosystem. This continuity has contributed to the perception of an interconnected LEGO universe where different themes share a common commercial landscape.

Cultural and linguistic notes

Outside of LEGO, the term octan appears in chemistry as a stem in systematic names for eight-carbon compounds (octan-, as in octane or octanal). The standalone word octan is not a standard chemical term in English but can arise in various languages or naming conventions. In popular culture, Octan remains one of LEGO’s best-known fictional brands and is frequently referenced in fan discussions as an exemplar of cross-theme continuity in the LEGO world.