SLB Confirms Oman and Kuwait Land-Rig Transfer into SLDC

SLB confirmed in an update published on 7 January 2026 that its Oman and Kuwait land-rig businesses had been integrated into the SLDC joint venture as of 31 December 2025. The update identified six rigs in Oman and two in Kuwait under independent operations. The announcement formed part of SLB's wider realignment of its global land-rig portfolio. Read SLB's original portfolio update.

The news concerns a business transition. It does not announce the replacement of the rigs' installed equipment or establish which spare-parts suppliers are approved for those assets.

Buyer analysis: equipment records need continuity

For fleet maintenance teams, the main issue in an ownership transition is continuity of equipment history. Rig and assembly identifiers should remain traceable across the old and new purchasing records, including approved modifications. That is a distinct task from updating the commercial account or delivery contact.

This is especially relevant when an enquiry describes a drawworks braking system. That description may cover several assemblies and replacement items. Buyers need to establish which assembly requires attention and what technical reference governs the request. Company ownership, operating country and a general rig description are not enough to confirm compatibility.

Separate commercial administration from technical identification

After any fleet transaction, buyers may need to recheck purchasing contacts, delivery instructions and document requirements through the responsible operator's official channels. Those administrative checks should sit alongside the equipment file, rather than replace it. Current registration and approval requirements should be checked directly with the responsible operator.

A practical internal review can compare the latest equipment register with previous purchase orders and approved drawings. Differences should be recorded for technical confirmation before a repeat order is issued. An old invoice can help locate a reference, but it should not override evidence of a subsequent equipment modification.

Prepare a parts request from the actual brake assembly

Pratt Oil's drawworks brake and clutch product references can help buyers organise an enquiry. Include the assembly nameplate, component number and available drawings. Any proposed match requires review against the actual equipment.