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National Oilwell Varco competitive analysis

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Explore patent oppositions filed by National Oilwell Varco against competitors, revealing strategic technology disputes and market positioning.

Last updated on: Dec 4, 2025
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition Date

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Tubular Conduit With A Composite Holding StripTECHNIPFMC SUBSEA FRANCEMay 16, 2023
Flexible Underwater Pipe Including A Layer Including A Cross-Linked Polyethylene With Increased Thermal ResistanceTECHNIP FRANCEJan 27, 2021
High-Strength Flexible Tubular Structure For Oil ExploitationTECHNIPFMC SUBSEA FRANCEJul 19, 2019
Flexible Pipe Body And Method Of Producing SameGE OIL & GAS UKAug 21, 2018
Testing And Venting Pipe AnnulusGE OIL & GAS UKMar 13, 2018

Explore National Oilwell Varco's recently opposed patents, revealing key competitive challenges and strategic patent disputes in the industry. Track oppositions filed by competitors to understand technology battlegrounds and assess potential risks.

Last updated on: Dec 4, 2025
Patent NumberPublication DateTitleTotal Oppositions
Sep 27, 2017Use Of A Steel Composition For The Production Of An Armouring Layer Of A Flexible Pipe And The Flexible Pipe1
Jun 21, 2017Automated Drilling System1

Latest PTAB cases involving National Oilwell Varco

Discover the latest PTAB cases involving National Oilwell Varco, highlighting their recent legal challenges and patent disputes.

Last updated on: Dec 4, 2025
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IPR2017-00910Feb 15, 2017NATIONAL OILWELL VARCOTECHNICAL INDUSTRIESFinal Written Decision
IPR2017-00860Feb 7, 2017NATIONAL OILWELL VARCOTECHNICAL INDUSTRIESFinal Written Decision
IPR2017-00699Jan 17, 2017NATIONAL OILWELL VARCOTECHNICAL INDUSTRIESFinal Written Decision
IPR2017-00648Jan 11, 2017NATIONAL OILWELL VARCOTECHNICAL INDUSTRIESFinal Written Decision
IPR2015-01138May 1, 2015NATIONAL OILWELL VARCOPARALLEL SEPARATION INNOVATIONSInstitution Denied
IPR2013-00265May 3, 2013OMRON OILFIELD & MARINENATIONAL OILWELL VARCOInstitution Denied

Peer Comparison New

IP litigation analysis comparing National Oilwell Varco with top 3 competitors. Includes complete PTAB case data and opposition data from 2018 onwards.

Last updated on: Dec 4, 2025
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases Faced
NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO DENMARK IS51 - -
GE OIL & GAS UK53 - -
TECHNIPFMC SUBSEA FRANCE - 7 - -
TECHNIP FRANCE212 - -