Noble

Noble Corporation plc is a leading offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry. The company owns and operates one of the most modern, versatile, and technically advanced fleets in the offshore drilling industry. Noble performs, through its subsidiaries, contract drilling services with a fleet of offshore drilling units focused largely on ultra-deepwater and high-specification jackup drilling opportunities in both established and emerging regions worldwide. Noble and its predecessors have been engaged in the contract drilling of oil and gas wells since 1921. The company's history began with a one-rig operation and has since grown over the last century into one of the largest offshore drilling contractors globally. This growth and resilience are attributed to a long-term commitment to the industry and its customers, driven by its people and core values.

Noble's fleet consists of various types of mobile offshore drilling units, including drillships, semi-submersible platforms, and jackup rigs. As of early 2025, the fleet comprised approximately 32 offshore drilling units, including 19 floaters and 13 jackups. The company conducts contract drilling operations in numerous regions, including Africa, Far East Asia, the Middle East, the North Sea, Oceania, South America, Canada, the Black Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. Its customers are primarily large, integrated, independent, and government-owned or controlled oil and gas companies. Noble has a strong focus on operational excellence, health, safety, and environmental stewardship, integrating HSE improvements into its business strategy. The company is also committed to sustainability and positively affecting society and the economy. Recent strategic moves include the merger with Maersk Drilling, completed in October 2022, and the acquisition of Pacific Drilling in April 2021. The company has also announced plans to acquire Diamond Offshore Drilling. Noble's vision is to be the leading offshore driller by being the first choice for employees, customers, and investors.