Company Story
1993 - Dril-Quip, Inc. was founded by Mike Mayer in Houston, Texas, with a focus on designing and manufacturing subsea equipment for the oil and gas industry.
1995 - The company introduced its first subsea tree system, which quickly gained popularity in the industry.
1997 - Dril-Quip went public with an initial public offering (IPO) of common stock, listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol DRQ.
2000 - The company expanded its product line to include subsea wellhead systems and other equipment for deepwater drilling and production.
2005 - Dril-Quip acquired the subsea business of FMC Technologies, further expanding its product offerings and global presence.
2010 - The company introduced its first subsea production system for the Brazilian market, marking a significant milestone in its international expansion.
2015 - Dril-Quip acquired the subsea business of TIW Corporation, adding to its portfolio of subsea equipment and services.
2018 - The company was acquired by FMC Technologies, becoming a subsidiary of the larger oil and gas equipment and services provider.