Latest Energy Security News

Prominence Energy has completed its acquisition of the Gawler Natural Hydrogen Project, gaining a significant foothold in Australia's emerging natural hydrogen and helium sector. The company is advancing technical evaluations and preparing for early 2026 field surveys to validate its promising geological prospects.

Bannerman Energy reported a strong cash position of AUD 89.3 million at the end of December 2025, supported by significant equity financing and ongoing exploration investments. The company’s funding runway now extends to over nine quarters, providing a solid buffer for its uranium exploration activities.

First Graphene and UK manufacturer FP McCann have successfully produced the first batch of graphene-enhanced concrete roof tiles, marking a significant step toward low-carbon, high-performance construction materials in the UK housing sector.

Felix Gold Limited reports significant gold assay results from its NW Array prospect in Alaska, confirming extensive gold mineralisation alongside high-grade antimony. This comes as gold prices soar past US$5,000/oz, highlighting the project's strategic potential near Kinross Gold's Fort Knox mill.

Li-S Energy has made significant strides in Q4 2025, securing a major government grant, forging key defence partnerships, and commissioning Australia’s first lithium foil production line.

Whitehaven Coal reported a strong December quarter with a 21% rise in production and improved metallurgical coal prices, underpinning a solid first half of FY26. The company also advanced key development projects while maintaining disciplined cost management.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a 19.43% stake in Elixir Energy, positioning itself for a major drilling push in Queensland’s Taroom Trough during 2026. Backed by a strong balance sheet, Omega aims to unlock significant gas and oil resources across multiple projects.

Pilot Energy has successfully raised $3.44 million through a placement to fund its Cliff Head operations and emerging carbon capture projects, signalling a strategic push into clean energy transition.

Australian Vanadium Limited has made significant strides in its integrated vanadium project, advancing its feasibility study and securing key environmental approvals while preparing to bid for a major Western Australian battery storage project.

Equus Energy has launched on the ASX with full ownership of the Equus Gas Project, backed by a $46 million conditional funding and gas sales agreement with Alcoa. The project aims to supply a significant new gas source for Western Australia’s LNG and domestic markets.

Finder Energy Holdings has completed the acquisition of the Petrojarl I FPSO, a critical step that de-risks the KTJ Project and accelerates its path to a Final Investment Decision expected by mid-2026. The company also secured A$25 million in funding and achieved a significant resource upgrade.

Lion Energy has locked in funding for its Bula Karang-1 well in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC, with drilling set for mid-2026. Meanwhile, the company is holding back on its green hydrogen project pending government grants.