Venture Builder VC has launched the NOV Supernova Accelerator in partnership with NOV Inc. (NYSE: NOV), a leader in oil and gas technology and services. This five-month program aims to accelerate digital transformation in the upstream oil and gas sector by supporting high-potential startups. Selected startups will gain access to NOV’s R&D teams and business units to pilot their solutions, often establishing NOV as their first major client.
NOV’s Director of R&D, Dr. Diana Grauer, expressed excitement about collaborating with startups offering solutions to industry challenges. The accelerator will focus on key areas including data management, operational efficiency, HSE monitoring, predictive maintenance, and digital twins. The program leverages Venture Builder VC’s expertise in venture clienting, giving NOV access to innovative startups aligned with its digital transformation goals.
Billy Grandy, General Partner at Venture Builder VC, highlighted the program’s role in fostering new technologies within the energy sector. The NOV Supernova Accelerator has already drawn groundbreaking startups from around the world, reinforcing Houston’s position as an energy tech hub. Alongside mentorship and financial support, participants will gain hands-on experience in NOV’s labs and research facilities, culminating in a Demo Day where they’ll present to NOV executives, investors, and industry leaders.
