Oceaneering International Inc., Houston, announced that Michael W. Sumruld will become senior vice president and chief financial officer effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Sumruld will succeed Alan R. Curtis, who will retire from the role on the same date. Curtis will continue to support the company in an advisory capacity during the transition.
Oceaneering President and Chief Executive Officer Rod Larson said, “Alan’s expertise and dedication have shaped Oceaneering’s financial foundation. We are thankful for his leadership over the years. Mike has already integrated with our leadership team and is actively engaged with our operations to ensure a seamless transition and to drive our financial strategy going forward.”
Sumruld joined Oceaneering as senior vice president of finance earlier this year. He most recently served as senior vice president and chief financial officer of Parker Drilling Co. from 2017 until its sale to Nabors Industries Ltd. in 2025. Previously, he held positions at LyondellBasell Industries N.V. and Baker Hughes Inc.
Curtis became senior vice president and chief financial officer in 2015. Before that, he served as senior vice president for operations support, beginning in 2014. Curtis joined Oceaneering in 1995 as financial controller.
