Latest Helium Exploration News

D3 Energy has secured a new Technical Cooperation Permit adjacent to its flagship helium project in South Africa, broadening its exploration footprint and reinforcing its position in the global helium market.

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.

Thor Energy wraps up 2025 with strategic shifts towards natural hydrogen and helium exploration, divesting non-core assets while strengthening its copper-gold exposure in South Australia.

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.

Noble Helium has received a further unsecured loan of AUD 250,000 from its Executive Chair to support working capital, highlighting management’s confidence amid ongoing refinancing efforts.

Noble Helium has restructured its VAT shortfall loan, extending maturity to mid-2027 and raising $2.15 million through a convertible loan note to support its strategic turnaround and Rukwa drilling program.

Central Petroleum has amended its sub-salt exploration permit sale, excluding the EP82 permit and retaining Helium Australia Pty Ltd, while anticipating a $4.2 million impairment charge in FY26.

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.

Blue Star Helium has completed mechanical assembly of its Galactica helium facility and is set to begin commissioning this week, aiming for first production by December 2025.

Whitebark Energy’s recent soil gas survey at the Rickerscote Prospect reveals promising signs of natural hydrogen, helium, and a transient methane anomaly, reinforcing the site’s potential as a major energy resource in South Australia’s Officer Basin.

Gold Hydrogen Limited has confirmed elevated levels of natural hydrogen and helium at its Ramsay 3 well, marking a significant step in its 2025 drilling campaign and reinforcing the potential of its South Australian project.

Central Petroleum has agreed to sell its Northern Territory sub-salt exploration permits to Georgina Energy, gaining a 25% equity stake in the helium-focused explorer. The deal refocuses Central on conventional oil and gas while offering shareholders exposure to emerging helium and hydrogen prospects.