NCS Multistage (NCSM) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held on May 27, 2026, in Houston, Texas, with shareholders of record as of March 30, 2026, eligible to vote.

• Shareholders can vote on three main proposals: election of two Class III directors, ratification of the independent auditor, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• Proxy materials are distributed electronically or by mail, with instructions for voting via internet, phone, or mail.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of John Deane and W. Matt Ralls as Class III Directors to serve until 2029.

• Ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.

• Advisory (non-binding) approval of named executive officer compensation (say-on-pay).

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 3, 2026, and must follow bylaw requirements for nominations.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of seven members divided into three staggered classes, with a majority of independent directors.

• Committees include Audit and Compensation, Nominating and Governance, both composed entirely of independent directors.

• Corporate Governance Guidelines, Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and insider trading policies are in place.

• Stock ownership guidelines require directors and executives to hold significant equity.