Services company NOV Inc. has appointed former Denbury CEO Chris Kendall to serve as a director on the company’s board, effective Dec. 15, the company said.

Kendall has more than 30 years of experience in the global oil and gas industry, including as a director, president and CEO of Denbury Inc. prior to Exxon Mobil’s 2023 acquisition of the company for $4.9 billion. Prior to joining Denbury, Kendall service as senior vice president of global operations services at Noble Energy.

“We are pleased to welcome Chris Kendall to our board of directors,” said Clay Williams, NOV chairman, president and CEO. “Chris brings extensive experience in international, offshore, and domestic upstream oilfield operations to NOV’s board. He has a strong and proven record of accomplishments and technical expertise that includes carbon capture and enhanced oil recovery. We look forward to leveraging Chris’ expertise to further advance our strategy and create value for NOV’s shareholders.”

With Kendall’s appointment, NOV’s board is now comprised of 11 directors, 10 of whom are independent members.