Strong Energy applies to form Gubik unit on Alaska North Slope

Company seeks to develop oil and gas resources in the region

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Strong Energy Resources, a Houston-based company, has filed an initial application with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources to form the Gubik unit on the state's North Slope. Strong Energy is the 100% working interest owner and operator of the proposed unit.

Why it matters

The formation of the Gubik unit would allow Strong Energy to further develop oil and gas resources in the region, which is a key energy-producing area of Alaska. The application indicates the company sees potential in the area and is looking to expand its operations on the North Slope.

The details

Strong Energy filed the initial application to form the Gubik unit on July 25. The company is the sole working interest owner and operator of the proposed unit. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources has posted a public notice about the application, signaling the start of the review process.

  • Strong Energy filed the initial application to form the Gubik unit on July 25.
  • The Alaska Department of Natural Resources posted a public notice about the application on February 1, 2026.

The players

Strong Energy Resources

A Houston-based company that is the 100% working interest owner and operator of the proposed Gubik unit on Alaska's North Slope.

Alaska Department of Natural Resources

The state agency that oversees oil and gas development in Alaska, including the review of Strong Energy's application to form the Gubik unit.

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What’s next

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources will review Strong Energy's application and determine whether to approve the formation of the Gubik unit.

The takeaway

Strong Energy's application to form the Gubik unit on the Alaska North Slope indicates the company sees potential in the region and is looking to expand its oil and gas operations in the state.