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    Weatherford International

    NYSE: WFRD

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    Oilfield Services · Drilling & Completions

    Weatherford International

    WFRD

    Weatherford International is a Houston-based oilfield services company providing drilling, evaluation, completion, and production solutions.

    Founded
    1941
    Employees
    18,000+
    Revenue
    $5.3 billion (2023)
    HQ
    Houston, TX
    Managed Pressure DrillingTubular RunningLiner HangersArtificial Lift

    Weatherford International plc is a multinational oilfield services company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides equipment and services for drilling, evaluation, completion, production, and intervention of oil and natural gas wells. Weatherford emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019 and has since restructured into a leaner, more focused operation.

    Headquarters

    Houston, TX

    Founded

    1941

    Employees

    18,000+

    Revenue

    $5.3 billion (2023)

    CEO

    Girish Saligram

    History of Weatherford International

    Weatherford was founded in 1941 in Weatherford, Texas. The company grew through aggressive acquisitions in the 2000s and 2010s, becoming one of the largest oilfield services companies. After facing financial challenges, Weatherford filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019 and emerged with a significantly reduced debt load, refocusing on its core competencies.

    Operations & Business Segments

    Weatherford operates in approximately 75 countries across two segments: Drilling and Evaluation (DRE) and Well Construction and Completions (WCC). Key product lines include managed pressure drilling, tubular running services, liner hangers, cementing, and artificial lift systems.

    Headquarters Location

    Houston, TX

    Key Specialties & Capabilities

    Managed Pressure DrillingTubular RunningLiner HangersArtificial LiftCementingWell Intervention

    Frequently Asked Questions About Weatherford International

    Did Weatherford go through bankruptcy?
    Yes. Weatherford International filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2019 and emerged later that year with a significantly reduced debt load and streamlined operations.
    What services does Weatherford provide?
    Weatherford provides drilling and evaluation services (including managed pressure drilling), well construction and completion products (liner hangers, cementing), and production optimization solutions (artificial lift).
    Where is Weatherford headquartered?
    Weatherford International is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
    What does Weatherford International do in Houston?
    Weatherford International is a oilfield services company based in Houston, TX. Weatherford International is a Houston-based oilfield services company providing drilling, evaluation, completion, and production solutions.
    Where is Weatherford International headquartered?
    Weatherford International is headquartered in Houston, TX, founded in 1941. The company operates in Houston's energy corridor as part of the oilfield services sector.

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