It seems to me that NOV is full of incompetent people and that most of those with true brain power have been either let go or have left of their own accord. Just think..... Bosses want those who they can manipulate, mold and get to do their dirty... — read more 

Its very quiet work wise in Manchester cant believe we have had no layoffs. Heard we were going to get a lot of work from Springfield and possibly Willis when they shut down, but so far not a lot. Also talk of equipment and machinery being shipped... — read more 

TOT laid off today. Looking for Brandt to lay off more soon too.

any news on stonehouse uk?

Layoffs started today and are still going on

As mentioned Tanner Rd Houston is next on the chopping block. Corporate laying off today as well. NOV top heavy, little new business coming in and they are eating into the backlog. Inefficient business where the good old boys survive to waste... — read more 

9915 Tanner road is next.....I told you guys that this was going to happen 2 weeks ago

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I completely understand how ppl can feel bitter. Trust, this too shall pass. I feel I've completed the grieving/healing process, but today I realized I'm not done. Regan frequents my new jobs office . . .I've seen him several times and have noticed... — read more 

I got canned today. Many many good workers were let go from mud pumps Drawworks, and other depts. it's a business so shit happens. I thank NOv for the opportunity and good benefits. Take care. No ones safe

Anything goes. Describe your NOV manager (current or former) and your NOV department (current or former) with a movie title. Be 100% honest. I'll go first. Manager: Monster (she) Department: Army of Darkness Parkwood Corporate (main) 4th floor

http://blogs.wsj.com/moneybeat/2015/08/14/warren-buffetts-berkshire-hathaway-sells-off-shares-in-phillips-66-national-oilwell-varco/

http://seekingalpha.com/article/3478726-petrobras-reportedly-slashes-25b-drillships-package-is-national-oilwell-varco-collateral-damage?auth_param=13iak2:1au8v8b:7f9984fe53764a6ba8af9b569ace3ca4&dr=1

Voluntry redundacies at yarmouth and a little bird tells me that closure of units at Yarmouth before the end of year. So if you have been offered the chance i would take the money and run. You might have a better chance of a new Job before Christmas... — read more 

http://www.nbcnews.com/video/m-a-in-the-oil-patch-expert-513242691935

http://www1.salary.com/Joseph-W-Rovig-Salary-Bonus-Stock-Options-for-NATIONAL-OILWELL-VARCO-INC.html

http://www1.salary.com/Clay-C-Williams-Salary-Bonus-Stock-Options-for-NATIONAL-OILWELL-VARCO-INC.html

http://www.rigzone.com/news/oil_gas/a/140291/NOVs_Williams_Energy_Industry_Will_Barrel_On

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkJVFfMHL6g

NOV was a good company, at one time........it's not the predecessors....it's the current nefarious managers and their dregs, who are bringing this company to ruin. You know who you are b#$^# ass.

Whats going on there with the warlords ?

NOV will crash and burn unless they get rid of the corporate thugs, corporate riff-raff managers with zero vision and those with backward thinking. You have long standing professionals who have many years of experience. They don't need to be told... — read more 

Looks like another 5% getting the axe today. Multiple locations hit, Andover, Stafford, Cedar Park, Conroe etc. Good luck.

The way I see it is the Americans are always the first to go but the foreigners seem to have staying power. Did NOV supply them all with green cards and high pay?