KLX Energy Services Holdings, Inc. filed a Form 8-K on October 29, 2026, disclosing the appointment of two new independent directors and the immediate resignation of two sitting board members, all effective the same day.

Key Highlights

  • Two directors appointed: Franklin S. Edmonds, Jr. and E. Dirk Hallen joined the board as independent directors, effective October 29, 2026.
  • Class designations assigned: Edmonds was designated a Class II Director serving until the 2029 Annual Meeting; Hallen was designated a Class III Director serving until the 2027 Annual Meeting.
  • Committee assignments: Both Edmonds and Hallen were appointed to the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee; Edmonds was also added to the Audit Committee, and Hallen to the Compensation Committee.
  • Two resignations announced: John Collins and Tom McCaffrey announced their intent to resign from the board with immediate effect on October 29, 2026.
  • No disagreement cited: According to the filing, the departures of Collins and McCaffrey "was not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies or practices."
  • Standard compensation applies: Edmonds and Hallen will receive the standard non-employee director compensation, as described in the Definitive Proxy Statement filed on March 26, 2026.

Board Composition Changes at KLX Energy Services on October 29, 2026

According to the filing, the board of directors of KLX Energy Services Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:KLXE) acted on the recommendation of its Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee to appoint Franklin S. Edmonds, Jr. and E. Dirk Hallen as independent directors, both effective immediately on October 29, 2026. The board determined that neither appointee has "any relationships that would interfere with the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the responsibilities of a director" and that both qualify as "independent" under applicable SEC rules and Nasdaq listing requirements.

The filing further states that there are no family relationships between Edmonds or Hallen and any director or executive officer of the company, and that there are no arrangements or understandings with any other persons pursuant to which they were appointed. Edmonds was placed into Class II, with his term running until the 2029 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, while Hallen was placed into Class III, with his term running until the 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

On the same date, John Collins and Tom McCaffrey informed the board of their intention to resign with immediate effect. The company disclosed that their departures were not connected to any disagreement over company operations, policies, or practices. The filing also notes that a press release covering all of these board changes was issued on October 29, 2026, and is attached as Exhibit 99.1. The 8-K was signed by Max L. Bouthillette, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary.

What Was Disclosed

KLX Energy Services disclosed simultaneous board additions and departures on October 29, 2026. Two independent directors were appointed to specific committees, two sitting directors resigned with no stated disagreement, and standard non-employee director compensation terms were confirmed for the new appointees.