Schlumberger was founded by the two Schlumberger brothers who invented wireline resistivity logging as a technique for obtaining downhole data in oil and gas wells.
Today, our commitment to technology innovation continues to provide the cornerstone for developing new generations of solutions that meet the changing needs of our customers.
History of Schlumberger
Schlumberger in Japan
1927
Recorded the electrical logging in Pechelbronn, France
Founded by Schlumberger brothers in 1927
1929
Expanded subsurface surveying into Venezuela, India and the Soviet Union
1934
Founded Schlumberger Well Surveying Corporation in Texas, U.S.
1936
The first electrical logging in Japan
1948
Inaugurated Ridgefield Research Center
First log in Japan
1956
Formed Schlumberger Limited in Curacao as holding company for all Schlumberger business
Acquired Johnston Testers (US) - testing and production
Introduced more modern logging techniques
Opened a base in Sakata, Yamagata, and later moved to Akita
1957
Opened a base for Wireline Logging in Nagaoka, Niigata
1960
Formed Dowell Schlumberger - pumping services
1962
Listed Schlumberger Limited on the New York Stock Exchange
1977
Acquired The Analysts (Anadrill) - LWD
1982
Started development of Wireline tools in Shinjuku
1985
Inaugurated SKK Technology Center in Fuchinobe, Sagamihara, Kanagawa