Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) director Stacy Hock to leave board after 2026 meeting

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. announced that director Stacy Hock has decided not to stand for reelection to the Board at the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The company states that her decision is not due to any disagreement related to operations, policies, or practices.

Ms. Hock will continue to serve as a director, including on the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, until her current term expires at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The filing does not describe any related leadership or strategic changes.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 28, 2026

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			001-41828	93-2154509
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
5918 W. Courtyard Drive Suite 500
Austin, Texas				78730
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (512) 220-1200

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $0.01 per share		AESI		New York Stock Exchange
				NYSE Texas, Inc.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On January 28, 2026, Stacy Hock informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (the “Company”) of her intent not to stand for reelection to the Board at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”). The decision of Ms. Hock was not the result of any disagreement between the director and the Company relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. Ms. Hock will continue to serve on the Board and as a member of the Compensation Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee until the expiration of her current term at the Annual Meeting.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			ATLAS ENERGY SOLUTIONS INC.
Date:	February 2, 2026	By:	/s/ John Turner
			Name: John Turner Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What board change did Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) disclose?

Atlas Energy Solutions disclosed that director Stacy Hock will not stand for reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. She will remain on the Board and its committees until her current term expires at that meeting.

Why is Atlas Energy Solutions director Stacy Hock leaving the board?

The company reports that Stacy Hock’s decision not to stand for reelection is not the result of any disagreement with Atlas Energy Solutions regarding its operations, policies, or practices, indicating a routine transition rather than a conflict-driven departure.

How long will Stacy Hock continue to serve Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI)?

Stacy Hock will continue serving on the Atlas Energy Solutions Board and as a member of the Compensation and Nominating and Corporate Governance committees until the expiration of her current term at the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

Does Stacy Hock’s departure reflect a dispute with Atlas Energy Solutions?

Atlas Energy Solutions states that Stacy Hock’s decision is not due to any disagreement with the company over operations, policies, or practices, suggesting a planned, non-contentious transition rather than a reaction to internal conflict.

What committees does Atlas Energy Solutions director Stacy Hock serve on?

Stacy Hock currently serves on the Atlas Energy Solutions Board’s Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. She will remain in these roles until her current term ends at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.