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Tivan Limited has locked in $11.3 million in initial funding from ETFS Capital, marking a key step forward for the Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia. This strategic partnership accelerates development towards a Final Investment Decision expected in 2026.

Global Laser Enrichment, licensee of Silex’s laser uranium enrichment technology, has won a $28 million U.S. Department of Energy award to push next-gen nuclear fuel innovation, despite missing out on a larger $900 million contract.

Pilot Energy has secured a $10.75 million joint development agreement with SN Energy to build a hybrid solar and battery storage project alongside a proposed 50MW data centre at Three Springs.

Lion Energy has struck a pivotal farm-out deal with OPIC, securing 88% funding for its 2026 Bula Karang exploration well in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC, significantly reducing its financial exposure while retaining substantial upside.

Elixir Energy has been granted a 15-year retention license over its entire ATP2044 permit in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, securing 1,362 BCFe of 2C Contingent Gas Resources confirmed by the Daydream-2 well.

AEMO forecasts a severe domestic gas shortage in Western Australia from 2028, spotlighting H3 Energy’s Warro gas field as a critical potential solution amid rising prices and technical hurdles.

Invictus Energy has completed the Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement process for its Cabora Bassa Project, setting the stage for significant gas exploration and development in Zimbabwe.

Thor Energy is gearing up for a pivotal 2D seismic survey in mid-2026 at its HY-Range Project, while securing significant funding through divestments of non-core assets, positioning itself for focused hydrogen and helium exploration.

Buru Energy is actively pursuing funding for its 2026 drilling campaign to validate resources at the Rafael Gas Project, aiming for a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026 and first cashflow by 2028.

Emperor Energy appoints Tim Handley as Managing Director to spearhead the Judith Gas Field's next phase, including the critical Judith-2 appraisal well planned for Q3 2026.

3D Energi has raised $14.5 million through a well-supported placement to fund critical drilling and testing activities in the Otway Basin, aiming to unlock new gas reserves for Australia's East Coast market.

Lithium Energy Limited has fast-tracked the sale of its remaining stake in the Solaroz Lithium Brine Project, securing US$21.7 million ahead of the planned timeline and strengthening its financial position.