Latest Exploration And Appraisal News

H3 Energy has appointed LAB Energy Advisors to spearhead farm-in talks for its Alinya project, a vast and underexplored oil and gas prospect in South Australia’s Officer Basin. The move aims to accelerate partner engagement ahead of drilling a potentially game-changing well.

Emperor Energy has won a crucial 24-month extension on its Vic/P47 exploration permit, securing tenure for the Judith Gas Field offshore Victoria and allowing more time to complete environmental approvals and funding arrangements.

Conrad Asia Energy has formally approved the Final Investment Decision for its Mako Gas Project in Indonesia, securing full funding and long-term sales contracts, with first gas expected in late 2027.

HyTerra Limited is gearing up for a critical production test at its McCoy-1 well in Kansas, aiming to validate hydrogen and helium flow rates and reservoir performance. This test marks a pivotal step in advancing the company’s strategic plan to commercialise geologic hydrogen resources.

Tamboran Resources Corporation reported a 26% reduction in half-year losses as it progresses key natural gas projects in Australia’s Beetaloo Basin and prepares for a major acquisition of Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a substantial new 750 square kilometre acreage in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, forming a powerful joint venture with Tri-Star and Beach Energy to accelerate exploration and appraisal in 2026.

Beach Energy’s FY26 half-year results reveal steady sales volumes and a robust ramp-up at the Waitsia Gas Plant, supported by strong LNG cargo revenues and disciplined cost management.

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.

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.

Pancontinental Energy has identified two new prospects in its PEL 87 permit, boosting its high case prospective resources to 6.1 billion barrels of oil net to the company. While progressing farmout discussions, the company awaits a critical permit extension decision from Namibian authorities.

Buru Energy advances its Rafael Gas Project with strong funding interest and a $2.35 million capital raise, setting the stage for critical 2026 drilling and resource validation.