AUSTIN - Atlas (NYSE:ATCO) Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI), a prominent provider of proppant and logistics services to the oil and gas industry, announced today the promotion of Chris Scholla to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Scholla, who previously served as the company's Chief Supply Chain Officer, takes on his new role effective immediately.
John Turner, President and CEO of Atlas, praised Scholla's significant contributions to the company's profitability and operational efficiency, noting his innovative approach and dedication to Atlas's mission. Scholla joined Atlas in 2017 and has been instrumental in the company's strategic growth, particularly in oilfield logistics since 2019.
Atlas Energy Solutions, based in the Permian Basin, operates 12 proppant production facilities with a combined annual capacity of 28 million tons. The company is constructing the 42-mile Dune Express conveyor system, expected to be operational in the fourth quarter of 2024. Atlas also manages a fleet of 120 trucks equipped with custom trailers and a patented drop-depot process, emphasizing technology and automation to enhance efficiency.
The firm produces a variety of high-quality proppants, essential for extracting hydrocarbons in oil and natural gas wells. Atlas's logistics platform aims to improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of the industry within the Permian Basin. The company has been investing in advanced technologies, including autonomous trucking and artificial intelligence, to optimize operations and create positive environmental and community impacts.
Atlas Energy Solutions, founded in 2017, is committed to innovation in the hydrocarbon industry while operating responsibly. The company's leadership team, with a background in exploration and production, focuses on creating value for stockholders while considering the broader impact on employees and communities.
This announcement is based on a press release statement from Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. and contains forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties, including those detailed in the company's SEC filings.
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