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Helix, Hornbeck Merge: 55/45 Split, $75 M Synergies

4/23/2026

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Helix Merges Hornbeck

Helix Energy Solutions Group and Hornbeck Offshore Services signed a merger, giving Hornbeck shareholders 55% and Helix shareholders 45% after a 10.27167-to-1 share exchange.
Todd M. Hornbeck will be CEO of the combined company.
William L. Transier will chair a seven-member board.
The firm will trade on the NYSE as Hornbeck Offshore Services (ticker HOS), target $75 million in synergies within three years, and close in the second half of 2026.

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Hornbeck Expands

The merged entity will target deepwater energy, defence and renewable sectors with integrated subsea and marine transport services.
It will operate a diversified high-specification fleet equipped with subsea robotics, well-intervention tools and trenching equipment for pipelines and cables.
Hornbeck Offshore says the combination strengthens balance-sheet capacity, is expected to generate robust free-cash-flow and will unlock benefits that enhance customer service and drive shareholder value, positioning the company for sustained growth.

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Helix Merges Hornbeck

Helix Energy Solutions Group and Hornbeck Offshore Services signed a merger, giving Hornbeck shareholders 55% and Helix shareholders 45% after a 10.27167-to-1 share exchange.
Todd M. Hornbeck will be CEO of the combined company.
William L. Transier will chair a seven-member board.
The firm will trade on the NYSE as Hornbeck Offshore Services (ticker HOS), target $75 million in synergies within three years, and close in the second half of 2026.

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