NOV (National Oilwell Varco) is a global leader in offshore lifting and handling solutions. This page explores the company's extensive crane portfolio, its historical roots, and how Conbit supports operators of legacy NOV cranes with engineering, maintenance, and upgrades, even without owning the original intellectual property.
Founded in 1862 in Houston, Texas, NOV has evolved into one of the world's largest oilfield services companies. With a legacy built on innovation, NOV has delivered thousands of offshore cranes for platforms, FPSOs, and construction vessels worldwide.
NOV's offshore crane portfolio includes:
- MSB Series and MSB7000S lattice boom cranes for heavy-lift operations
- OC-L Series and OC3550L cranes for platform and vessel applications
- Subsea OC Series box boom cranes with active heave compensation
- Telescopic and Single Box Boom cranes for compact deck handling
- Trident and A-Frame cranes for specialized lifting tasks
These cranes are engineered for harsh marine environments and supported by NOV's global service network.
NOV's crane systems are part of its broader rig solutions division, which also includes winches, anchors, and vessel engineering. With over 20 product lines and custom-engineered configurations, NOV remains at the forefront of offshore lifting technology.
Although Conbit does not hold the intellectual property for NOV cranes, our offshore engineering team is highly experienced in supporting these systems.
We offer:
- Reverse engineering for critical components
- Structural assessments and lifting studies
- Maintenance and inspection services
- Retrofit and upgrade solutions
Whether it's an MSB crane on a semi-submersible or an OC-series crane on a wind installation vessel, Conbit ensures these systems remain safe, compliant, and operational.