Latest Exploration And Appraisal News

D3 Energy reports a significant 32% increase in gas flow rates at its RBD03 well in South Africa following a well clean-out, reinforcing the project's development prospects.

Beetaloo Energy secures crucial consent from Traditional Owners for the sale of appraisal gas at its EP187 project, marking a key step forward in its Northern Territory operations.

Top End Energy updates its Northern Territory exploration strategy amid record gas flow tests in the Beetaloo Basin, signaling a shift from appraisal to development.

ADX Energy has secured a 70% economic interest in Austria’s Anshof Oil Field by acquiring Xstate Resources’ 20% stake, increasing its oil production share and strengthening its strategic position without any cash outlay.

Finder Energy has completed a landmark reprocessing of its Ikan 3D seismic data, delivering enhanced imaging that sharpens development plans for the Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields. This technical leap forward accelerates the path toward first oil and unlocks new exploration potential within the PSC 19-11 permit.

Strike Energy’s latest seismic surveys reveal promising exploration and appraisal opportunities at Ocean Hill and Kadathinni, reinforcing its dominant position in the Perth Basin gas market.

D3 Energy’s latest quarterly report reveals a promising new helium production province at its ER315 permit, alongside expanded exploration permits and preparations for a key Production Right application.

Echelon Resources delivered a robust March 2025 quarter with production volumes up 5% and development wells at Mereenie surpassing expectations. The company also moved to acquire full operatorship of EP145 in the Amadeus Basin, signaling strategic growth despite exploration setbacks.

Vintage Energy reported a dip in quarterly sales and production but achieved cost savings and secured a key permit renewal, positioning itself for a production uplift program despite recent flooding delays.

ADX Energy reported a 13% rise in Austrian production and a 15% increase in sales revenue for Q1 2025, while Welchau-1 well testing remains suspended pending legal review. The company also secured a key Italian gas exploration permit, positioning for growth across Europe.

HyTerra Ltd has commenced drilling at its flagship Nemaha Project in Kansas and reported promising hydrogen and helium gas compositions from its Geneva Project in Nebraska, underscoring its leadership in natural hydrogen exploration in the US.

Top End Energy has completed its strategic acquisition of Serpentine Energy, significantly expanding its natural hydrogen footprint in Kansas and advancing towards its first well drilling, while also progressing exploration in Australia’s Northern Territory.