On June 23, 2026, HEX LLC announced the addition of Atlantis, a 190-foot offshore supply vessel owned by its subsidiary Atlantis LLC, increasing the marine support capacity for Cook Inlet’s critical infrastructure and reinforcing the region’s role as the critical energy basin for the Railbelt’s natural gas needs. This marks another step in HEX’s efforts to strengthen the local supply chain and continue regional natural gas security.
“Reliable marine services are essential to safe and responsible operations in Cook Inlet,” said John Hendrix, President and CEO of HEX LLC. “We’re excited to work with a fellow Alaskan-owned business, Fortune Sea Management, whose vessel management expertise will help ensure continued, dependable service to Cook Inlet’s critical infrastructure that keeps natural gas flowing for Alaskans.”
Atlantis recently transited the Panama Canal carrying key supplies for natural gas drilling operations and is currently en route to Alaska. The vessel will be homeported in Homer and managed by Homer-based Fortune Sea Management, LLC through its newly established Maritime Division. The vessel is expected to arrive in Cook Inlet in mid-July and may be visible to coastal communities along its route.
The addition of Atlantis expands large-vessel operating capability in the Inlet and reflects continued private investment by Alaska-based companies. In addition to supporting HEX’s offshore operations, Atlantis is expected to create opportunities for local employment, strengthen Alaska’s maritime infrastructure, and provide additional service capacity for other industries across the state.
Key highlights include:
- Local investment by Alaskan-owned companies supporting natural gas critical infrastructure
- Expanded marine support across Alaska, with a focus on Cook Inlet
- Direct employment, maritime capacity, and economic opportunities for Alaskans
Vessel specifications sheet is attached: - Year Built: 2000
- Built and Modernized by: Edison Chouest Offshore and subsidiary, North American Shipbuilding
- Feature: Dynamic positioning
- Registration: Hull #189
- Vessel Type: Offshore Supply Vessel
- Dimensions: 190’ X 44’ X 19’
- Cargo Deck Area: 4,515 sq. ft.
- Speed: up to 13.2 knots
About HEX LLC and Atlantis LLC:
Atlantis LLC is a subsidiary of HEX LLC (HEX). Atlantis owns the vessel C-Atlantis. HEX is Alaska’s only 100% locally owned oil and gas producer and operator. The company operates strategic assets and critical infrastructure in the Cook Inlet and is pursuing disciplined growth opportunities across Alaska to support long term in-state energy security and responsible resource development. In 2025, the company doubled its natural gas production. Alaskans consume a small volume of natural gas, roughly 190MMcf a day on average based on 70Bcf annual demand for the Railbelt. Currently, HEX is meeting 10% of Railbelt natural gas demand by producing from only 1.4% of HEX’s Cook Inlet Kitchen Lights Unit acreage (1,200 acres of its 84,000 acres). There is significant potential for further development. HEX is headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska.
