Noble Corporation

Noble Corporation is an offshore drilling contractor providing contract drilling services to the global oil and gas industry, with a focus on ultra-deepwater and high specification jackup drilling. Founded in 1921 and grown from a single-rig operation, the company employs approximately 5,300 people and reported revenue of $3.057 billion in 2024.

Its fleet comprises 38 drilling rigs worldwide: 17 drillships, 8 semi-submersible platforms and 13 jackup rigs. Operations span drillship, semi-submersible and jackup rig work, supported by engineering and operational capabilities across the drilling fleet. The company describes its fleet as one of the most modern, versatile and technically advanced in offshore drilling.

Noble Corporation is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with additional offices in London, Aberdeen and Kuala Lumpur, and conducts offshore operations worldwide. Its stated priorities include safety, operational excellence, environmental stewardship and the integration of sustainable practices into its operations, alongside delivering safe and efficient drilling results for customers. The company's motto is "First Choice Offshore".