Latest Oil And Gas Exploration And Production News

Beach Energy reported a 32% drop in half-year net profit to $150.2 million, impacted by flooding and lower oil prices, while advancing its Waitsia Stage 2 gas project. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.0 cent per share.

Australian Oil Company Limited (ASX, AOK) has secured key assets in Queensland's Surat Basin and completed a strategic acquisition in California, positioning itself for near-term production growth and exploration upside.

Invictus Energy has reached a pivotal milestone by finalising the Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement for its Cabora Bassa Project, setting the stage for exploration and appraisal drilling in Zimbabwe in 2026. Meanwhile, the company has ended its strategic partnership with Al Mansour Holdings and is actively pursuing new funding avenues.

ADX Energy reported a 24% drop in production due to mechanical issues but is advancing well workovers and new drilling, supported by a $3.5 million capital raise and plans for a dual listing in Oslo.

State Gas Limited has independently certified a maiden 2P gas reserve of 30.2 PJ at its Rolleston West Project, underpinning plans for a 10TJ/day gas development. The company also raised $3.2 million through convertible notes to accelerate pre-development activities.

Australis Oil & Gas reported steady production in Q4 2025 despite lower oil prices, completing key transactions that bolster its financial position and development prospects in the Tuscaloosa Marine Shale.

Helios Energy has marked a key milestone with its first oil and condensate sales from the Presidio Oil Project in Texas, signaling a shift from exploration to early-stage production. The company is now focused on securing funding for further development and drilling activities.

Vintage Energy revises its December 2025 quarterly report to highlight a conditional agreement to acquire Metgasco’s licence interests, while production dips amid ongoing operational efforts.

Kinetiko Energy reports robust gas production from test wells and secures a binding joint development agreement with FFS Refiners to advance a pilot LNG plant in South Africa, backed by a $3.15 million capital raise and new North American market listing.

Stonehorse Energy Limited reported steady operational performance in Q4 2025, driven by strong production from a new Drumheller well in Alberta and maintaining a solid cash position of A$4.86 million.

Vintage Energy reported a 13% drop in quarterly sales revenue to $0.78 million, driven by lower gas production, while progressing a strategic acquisition to consolidate its Southern Flank Joint Ventures.

Central Petroleum has secured a letter of intent for a long-term gas supply contract through 2034 and expanded its exploration portfolio into the Otway and Cooper Basins, setting the stage for multiple new wells and production growth.