About DNOW

With a rich heritage of over 160 years, DNOW is a leading supplier of energy and industrial products and packaged, engineered process and production equipment. We serve a vast range of markets, including upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, municipal water, manufacturing, engineering, energy evolution and renewables.

But we're more than just a supplier. We’re your partner in innovation, offering advanced supply chain solutions and DigitalNOW® technology for fast and efficient digital commerce and data management. From our headquarters in Houston, Texas and our strategic network of locations, we’re ready to support you wherever you operate.

Choose DNOW. Empower your operations. Run stronger today.

DNOW is a leading global stocking supplier of energy and industrial solutions, products, engineered equipment packages and supply chain services.

Our vision

Aspiring to set the gold standard in Supply Chain Management, DNOW will be recognized as the market leader in Supply Chain Management through superior customer service by leveraging our exceptional workforce, sophisticated processes, trusted suppliers and cutting-edge technology.

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Our Guiding Principles

Integrity

We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in all that we do.

Safety

We act with the highest priority on health and safety in our workplace and communities.

Teamwork

We collaborate with our suppliers, customers and one another to optimize the sum of all individual efforts while being active participants in the communities where we live and work.

Excellence

We are passionate about being the best in the industry, making our customers a priority one, and creating long-term value for our stakeholders.

Our Core Values

We care.

We act with compassion and honesty in all that we do. We respect one another, our customers, and our communities.

We do what it takes.

We approach every task with energy and passion to ensure the job is done correctly. We continuously challenge ourselves to provide our stakeholders with the highest level of service.

We are accountable.

We take pride in our work and are responsible for our actions and the outcomes produced.

We stock more than 300,000 stock keeping units (“SKUs”) through our branch network

What We Offer

  • Global Product Range: From PVF components like pipes and valves to safety equipment, our offering is vast and tailored to meet sustainability goals, including solutions that support carbon and GHG emission reduction.

  • Innovative Solutions: Our DigitalNOW® platform and supply chain services address intricate operational challenges, bolstered with support from procurement and inventory management to field services.

  • Sector Expertise: Serving a wide array of industries, DNOW's product range caters to exploration and production companies, midstream transmission and storage, refineries, chemical sectors, utilities, the mining industry, municipal water services, and manufacturers. Additionally, DNOW plays a pivotal role in supporting engineering and construction companies and businesses involved in decarbonization, energy transition, and renewable energy markets.

Our Legacy Timeline

DNOW has a legacy of 160 years and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are proud to be one of the oldest businesses in our industry, with 160+ years of operation legacy, from humble beginnings to becoming one of the leading stocking distributors of energy and industrial products worldwide. We are committed to providing the best possible service to our customers. We offer various products and services, and we are always happy to help our customers find what they need. Let's take a look back at DNOW's rich history.

1862 - Oilwell oilfield equipment business established
1878 - Oilwell Supply formed
1894 - National Supply formed
1921 - Wilson Supply formed
1930 - Oilwell Supply is acquired by U.S. Steel
1958 - National Supply is acquired by Armco Steel
1987 - National Supply and Oilwell Supply merged to form National Oilwell
1991 - Wilson acquired Tyler Dawson
1993 - Wilson acquired Wallace Company
1995 - Continental Emsco Canada and Franklin Supply merged to form CE Franklin
1996 - National Oilwell, Inc.'s initial public offering (NOI)
1999 - Wilson acquired Continental Emsco Co.
2000 - Wilson acquired Texas Mill Supply
2001 - Wilson acquired Van Leeuwen Pipe and Tube Corp. and Mid-Valley Supply
2005 - National Oilwell and Varco Int’l merged to form National Oilwell Varco (NOV)
2012 - National Oilwell Varco acquired Wilson Supply and CE Franklin
2014 - The distribution segment spins off from NOV to form DistributionNOW (NOW Inc.)

DNOW Brands

At DNOW, we pride ourselves on our diverse portfolio of affiliated brands, each contributing unique expertise and product offerings to enrich our comprehensive solutions. These brands have been carefully selected and integrated into the DNOW family, ensuring that we continually provide our customers with the highest quality products and services.

Spanning a wide range of specialized areas within the energy and industrial sectors, our affiliated brands amplify our reach, capabilities and commitment to excellence. Together, we work cohesively to deliver unmatched value to our global clientele.

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FAQs

DNOW is a worldwide supplier of energy and industrial sectors, offering a wide range of energy and industrial products and packaged engineered process and production equipment. With a rich heritage of over 160 years and headquartered in Houston, Texas, DNOW boasts a strong presence with numerous locations worldwide. Our company is renowned for its comprehensive supply chain solutions, augmented by its cutting-edge digital platform DigitalNOW®, which provides state-of-the-art technology for digital commerce and data management.

Serving a diverse clientele, DNOW caters to exploration and production companies, midstream transmission and storage, refineries, chemical companies, utilities, the mining industry, municipal water services, manufacturers, and engineering and construction firms. Furthermore, DNOW is a key player in supporting sectors focused on decarbonization, energy transition, and renewable energy, aligning with the evolving needs of the energy and industrial landscapes.
NOW Inc. (“NOW”) is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and was incorporated in Delaware on November 22, 2013. On June 2, 2014, NOW stock began regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the "DNOW" ticker. We operate primarily under the DNOW brand.
NOW Inc. officially changed its name to DNOW Inc. on January 19, 2024. This change was part of a strategic initiative to better align the company's corporate identity with its brand recognition and market presence as a leading provider of products and services. The name change emphasizes the company's evolution and commitment to innovation and excellence in the industry, while the ticker symbol on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) remained unchanged as 'DNOW'.
No, it is not. DNOW is publicly owned by its own shareholders, just as NOV is. Each company is an independent, publicly-traded company with its own management team and Board of Directors.
No, it is not. Each company is an independent, publicly-traded company with its own management team and Board of Directors. We began regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "DNOW" on June 2, 2014. We operate primarily under the DNOW brand.
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For over 160 years, DNOW has been a leading provider of support to energy and industrial operations worldwide. We have provided a variety of products and services since 1862.