What DNOW does

DNOW Inc. (NYSE: DNOW) is a Houston-based global distributor of energy and industrial products, tracing its origins to 1862 and operating as an independent public company since its 2014 spin-off from National Oilwell Varco. The company supplies pipe, valves, and fittings (PVF), MRO consumables, pumps, electrical equipment, instrumentation, safety supplies, and engineered process and production equipment to customers across upstream oil and gas, midstream, gas utilities, and downstream/industrial markets in 40+ countries. Following the November 2025 all-stock combination with MRC Global Inc. (valued at approximately $1.2–1.5B), DNOW became a $2.82B-revenue, $209M-EBITDA diversified industrial distributor, with revenue split across upstream (41%), midstream (21%), gas utilities (21%), and downstream/industrial (17%). Its product and service portfolio spans distribution, supply chain management, engineering/design/fabrication (including a 140,000 sq ft ASME/UL-certified shop in Tomball, TX), safety services and rentals, and digital solutions, supported by affiliated brands such as MRC Global, Odessa Pumps, MacLean International, Dura Products, EcoVapor, Flex Flow, Power Service, Trojan, TS&M Supply, and Whitco Supply.

Name

DNOW

Legal name

DNOW L.P.

Website

https://dnow.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1862

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

DNOW is a Houston-based global distributor of energy and industrial products—PVF, MRO, pumps, electrical, and engineered process equipment—serving upstream, midstream, gas utilities, and industrial customers across 40+ countries following its 2025 merger with MRC Global.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Distribution

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333132)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial MRO Supplies for Vehicle/Equipment Workshops (Bearings, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fasteners) (TLAKAOAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH), Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI), Material Handling Equipment MRO (Forklifts, Reach Trucks, Pallet Jacks) (TLAKAHAC)

Keywords

• Industrial distribution services
• Pipe valves fittings supply
• MRO industrial supplies
• Engineered process equipment
• Oilfield supply chain

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Energy and Industrial Product Distribution: DNOW generates revenue primarily through the distribution of energy and industrial products including PVF (pipe, valves, fittings), MRO consumables, pumps, electrical equipment, instrumentation, and safety supplies to energy and industrial customers.
2. Engineered Process and Production Equipment: Custom engineering, design, and fabrication services through Process Solutions division including pump systems, compressor systems, LACT units, gas measurement skids, and ASME-coded pressure vessels.
3. Digital Solutions and E-commerce: Digital platform services including DigitalNOW® technology platform, eCommerce capabilities, and supply chain management solutions.
4. Supply Chain Services: End-to-end supply chain management including procurement, warehouse and inventory management, logistics coordination, point-of-issue technology, and on-site safety stores.
5. Safety Services and Rentals: Safety equipment rental, inspection, repair, turnaround and shutdown support, on-site safety stores, and specialty personnel services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DNOW supplies energy and industrial products including pipe, valves, and fittings (PVF), MRO consumables, pumps, electrical equipment, instrumentation, safety supplies, and artificial lift products to upstream, midstream, downstream, gas utilities, mining, and industrial customers. The company also engineers and fabricates custom process and production equipment, delivers end-to-end supply chain management services, and provides safety services and digital procurement tools through its DigitalNOW platform and shop.dnow.com eCommerce site.

Product overview

DNOW is a global supplier of energy and industrial products offering thousands of quality products including essential PVF (pipe, valves, fittings, flanges), MRO items, pumps, and engineered process and production equipment. The company operates a digital ecosystem anchored by the DigitalNOW platform which integrates with customer ERP and maintenance systems through shop.dnow.com for real-time inventory search, procurement management, and order tracking. DNOW's offerings are organized around core product categories (PVF, pumps, artificial lift, electrical, instrumentation, safety, tools), service divisions (Supply Chain Management, Engineering/Design/Fabrication through Process Solutions, Safety Services, Valve Actuation), and regional operations (DNOW Norway, DNOW Canada). Following the November 2025 merger with MRC Global, the company expanded its affiliated brands portfolio to include MRC Global, Odessa Pumps, MacLean International, Dura Products, EcoVapor, Flex Flow, Power Service, Trojan, TS&M Supply, TS&M Supply Fiberglass, and Whitco Supply. DNOW serves energy sectors including upstream (41%), midstream (21%), gas utilities (21%), and downstream/industrial (17%), with operations spanning the US, Canada, Norway, and other international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DigitalNOW: Digital supply chain platform bringing visibility and control to supply chain with data-driven technology and eCommerce tools
• EcoVapor
• North Sea Cables
• MacLean Electrical

Products and services

• Pipe, Valves & Fittings (PVF) Core product category encompassing pipe, valves, actuators, fittings, flanges and related components as a leading global distributor of industrial PVF products to energy and industrial customers.
• Pumps & Packages Industrial and municipal pumps and pump packages including top-tier products, rental units and custom turnkey packages for fluid transfer applications in oil & gas, water treatment, chemical processing, and other industries.
• Artificial Lift Products and Services Artificial lift technologies and products including field and local pump shop services (e.g., Dura Products rod pumping systems) to maximize production and reduce downtime for upstream operators.
• Electrical Products Hazardous area and industrial electrical products, lighting and cable solutions for energy and industrial applications, including MacLean International certified lighting for hazardous environments.
• Drilling & Completions Products Drilling and completion products including blowout preventers, spares, repair parts and various drilling products from leading OEMs distributed to drilling operators.
• Process & Production Equipment (Fabrication) Engineered, designed and fabricated turnkey systems for processing oil, gas and production water at well sites including LACT units, instrument air compressor packages, launchers, receivers, pressure vessels and vapor recovery units, fabricated at the ASME-certified Tomball, TX facility.
• Instrumentation & Measurement Field-proven instruments and devices including gauges, sensors, hose assemblies and other measurement equipment for industrial applications.
• Industrial & Facilities Supplies (MRO) MRO consumables and industrial facility supplies including janitorial products, cleaning products and property maintenance essentials for energy and industrial customers.
• Safety & PPE Products Personal protective equipment, safety supplies and workwear distributed to industrial customers to promote workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Air Compressors & Blowers Air compressors, blowers and dryers providing clean, dry and oil-free air for industrial applications.
• Tools Comprehensive selection of hand, power, air and cutting tools distributed to industrial customers.
• Paint & Coatings Industrial paint and coatings including brushes, powder coatings, interior and exterior stains for various industrial applications.
• Power Generation & Transmission Power generation and transmission solutions including pneumatic clutches, synchronous belts and related components distributed to energy and industrial customers.
• Engineering, Design & Fabrication Services Custom engineering, design, and fabrication services through the Process Solutions division supporting upstream, midstream, industrial and municipal applications, including custom equipment packages, pump and compressor systems, LACT units, and ASME-coded pressure vessels.
• Supply Chain Management Services End-to-end supply chain management solutions covering procurement, warehouse and inventory management, logistics coordination, sourcing, material assets management, and point-of-issue technology to reduce costs and streamline materials flow for energy and industrial customers.
• Safety Services, Turnarounds & Shutdown Support Safety services including turnarounds and shutdown support, safety equipment rental, inspection and repair, on-site safety stores, and specialty personnel, fit testing and training services for industrial safety.
• Valve Actuation & Automation Valve actuation and automation solutions as part of DNOW's comprehensive offerings for the energy and industrial sectors.
• DigitalNOW Platform (Digital Solutions) DNOW's integrated digital platform that brings visibility and control to supply chain operations through data-driven technology and eCommerce tools built for the energy and industrial sectors, including real-time inventory search, procurement management, order tracking, digital catalog access, and ERP integration.
• DNOW Norway (Offshore & Marine Cables) Regional operation specializing in certified offshore and marine cables, MRO, drilling spares, and lubrication products for oil & gas, renewables, energy, and data center sectors in Norway and surrounding countries.
• DNOW Canada (Oilfield & Industrial Supply) Oilfield and industrial supply operations in Canada providing PVF, safety supplies, electrical equipment, artificial lift technologies, compressors, process solutions, pump shop, and valve repair services from ISO 9001:2015 certified operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Merger synergies of $23 million achieved in first year, exceeding target by 35%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Edge ControlsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026DNOW completed acquisition of Edge Controls for $46 million in February 2026 to expand automation and controls capabilities within U.S. Process Solutions.
• MRC Global Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 2025DNOW completed acquisition of MRC Global Inc. on November 6, 2025, in an all-stock transaction creating a $2.22 billion company. The merger diversified DNOW's revenue across upstream energy (41%), midstream (21%), gas utilities (21%), and downstream/industrial (17%) segments, expanding geographic footprint and product offerings.
• WilocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 April 2024Odessa Pumps (a DNOW company) entered exclusive partnership with Wilo to offer premium pumps, mixers and pump systems for water management market in North and West Texas territories. Wilo is a multinational pump manufacturer with 8,457+ employees globally.
• Whitco Supply, LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2024DNOW announced acquisition of Whitco Supply, LLC in an all-cash transaction to diversify markets, enhance earnings, and strengthen shareholder value by supporting expanded customer markets in the energy sector.
• Prysmian/DrakacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015DNOW Norway (through North Sea Cables) is the number one authorized distributor of NEK TS 606 cable manufactured in Norway by Prysmian/Draka, one of the major cable manufacturers in the world. DNOW Norway holds largest stock of NEK TS 606 & IEEE 45/1580 Type P cable in Norway.
• Sandpiper (AODD Pumps)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOdessa Pumps (a DNOW company) partnered with Sandpiper to support customers with AODD pump solutions. Sandpiper provides double-layered PTFE diaphragm pumps with Santoprene backing for enhanced durability, resulting in improved service life from 3 months to nearly 2 years for a major customer.
• EmersonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmerson is a supplier/manufacturer partner providing industrial automation and control products through DNOW distribution network.
• NOV (National Oilwell Varco)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNOV is a supplier/manufacturer partner providing drilling equipment and OEM spares through DNOW distribution network including DNOW Norway operations.
• RS ClareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDNOW Norway is authorized distributor for RS Clare valve lubricants, sealants and wireline fluid in Norway and surrounding countries.
• BoergerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOdessa Pumps announced strategic partnership with Boerger for additional pump solutions and support.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DXP Enterprises: Houston-based industrial distributor specializing in rotating equipment, MRO, and engineered solutions serving oil & gas, petrochemical, and general industrial customers. DXP is DNOW's closest public peer given overlapping energy end-market exposure and similar distribution-plus-services model.
• MRC Global: Pre-merger direct competitor and now wholly-owned DNOW subsidiary; prior to November 2025, MRC Global was the leading pure-play PVF distributor to the energy sector with similar product portfolio (pipe, valves, fittings, flanges) and end-market exposure to upstream, midstream, and gas utilities.
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Industrial distributor of bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and maintenance products to MRO and OEM customers across diversified industrial end markets. Comparable to DNOW's MRO industrial distribution model with similar customer profile and distribution-thin margins.

Broad incumbents

• Ferguson Enterprises: Largest pure-play distributor of plumbing, PVF, and HVAC products in North America with ~$30B+ revenue. Comparable as a wholesale distributor in adjacent PVF categories, though Ferguson is more weighted to residential/commercial construction rather than energy MRO.
• W.W. Grainger: Leading broad-line industrial distribution company with ~$17B revenue serving MRO customers through catalogs, digital channels, and branches. Comparable business model (MRO distribution, digital-first, scale-based) but with broader industrial customer base and minimal O&G exposure.
• Fastenal Company: Largest fastener distributor in North America with on-site vending and supply chain solutions serving industrial customers. Comparable to DNOW's MRO and industrial vending offerings, though Fastenal's customer base is broader and less concentrated in energy.
• WESCO International: Global electrical, communications, and utility distribution company with significant MRO and project exposure. Comparable to DNOW's electrical products distribution and utility customer base, though WESCO's portfolio extends into broadband and security.
• Genuine Parts Company: Diversified distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts through NAPA and Motion Industries segments. Motion Industries provides industrial MRO distribution comparable to DNOW's industrial product portfolio across bearings, fluid power, and material handling.
• Pool Corporation: Largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related products with a similar high-volume, low-margin distribution model. Less directly comparable on end markets but illustrates the cash-generative, scale-driven wholesale distribution archetype.

Emerging players

• Watsco: Largest HVAC distributor in North America with a hybrid distribution and technology model. Comparable as a specialty industrial distributor applying digital tools to procurement, though Watsco's residential/commercial HVAC focus is distinct from DNOW's energy MRO concentration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DNOWInc
• Facebookfacebook.com/DNOWInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dnowinc

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A9 records

Investments5 records

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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