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Get filing alertsNOV appoints Kennametal CEO Sanjay Chowbey to board, expands to nine directors
Filed March 18, 2026 · Period ending March 17, 2026 · ~1 min read
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Sanjay K. Chowbey, 58, appointed to NOV's Board of Directors effective March 17, 2026, with term expiring at next annual meeting. He will serve on the Audit Committee.
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Chowbey currently serves as President and CEO of Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT), bringing over 20 years of experience leading global manufacturing and industrial technology businesses.
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Board expands to nine directors total, with eight independent members. Chowbey will receive standard non-employee director compensation.
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Summary
NOV Inc., the oilfield equipment and technology provider, added manufacturing veteran Sanjay Chowbey to its board on March 17, 2026. Chowbey, who leads publicly traded tooling manufacturer Kennametal, brings two decades of experience in global manufacturing and industrial technology—expertise that aligns with NOV's core business of producing equipment for the energy sector.
He will serve on the Audit Committee, a key oversight role for financial reporting. The appointment expands NOV's board to nine directors, maintaining strong independence with eight independent members. For retail investors, board additions typically signal either succession planning or a desire for fresh strategic perspective.
Chowbey's manufacturing background could prove valuable as NOV navigates energy transition pressures and operational efficiency demands. Watch for NOV's next proxy statement, which will detail Chowbey's committee work and any board refreshment strategy. His manufacturing expertise may hint at operational priorities for the company's capital equipment business.
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Event · Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation
Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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Mr. Chowbey, age 58, has more than 20 years of experience leading global manufacturing and industrial technology businesses, including in his current role as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT), a global manufacturer of advanced tooling, wear-resistant materials, and engineered components.
Chowbey brings over 20 years of experience in global manufacturing and industrial technology. He currently serves as President and CEO of Kennametal Inc., a publicly traded manufacturer of advanced tooling and engineered components, and also sits on Kennametal's board. His manufacturing and industrial expertise aligns with NOV's oilfield equipment and technology business.
Event · Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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On March 17, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the appointment of Sanjay K. Chowbey to the Board.
NOV Inc. disclosed the appointment of Sanjay K. Chowbey to its Board of Directors. The appointment was announced via press release on March 17, 2026. No additional details about Mr. Chowbey's background, committee assignments, or compensation were provided in the 8-K body itself.
Event · Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits
NOV Inc. announced the appointment of Sanjay K. Chowbey on March 17, 2026.
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NOV Inc. press release dated March 17, 2026 announcing appointment of Sanjay K. Chowbey.
NOV Inc. disclosed the appointment of Sanjay K. Chowbey through a press release dated March 17, 2026. The 8-K filing itself does not provide details about the role, responsibilities, or background of the appointee, as those details are contained in the referenced press release exhibit. This represents a leadership change at the company.
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