Latest Helium Resources News

D3 Energy has significantly boosted its helium resource estimates in South Africa's Free State with a newly certified 14 BCF helium contingent resource at ER386, lifting combined recoverable helium to 35.6 BCF across its key permits.

D3 Energy has significantly expanded its South African helium footprint with new Exploration Rights and a Technical Cooperation Permit, while completing a well-supported A$6.12 million placement to fund upcoming drilling and development activities.

Noble Helium has secured $12 million in a two-tranche placement to advance its North Rukwa helium project in Tanzania, positioning itself as a key player amid a global helium supply disruption caused by Middle East conflicts.

Blue Star Helium has successfully started helium production at its Pinon Canyon plant, marking a key milestone as it prepares for commercial sales and expansion in 2026.

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.

Noble Helium advances its North Rukwa helium project with a confirmed five-hole drilling campaign and a significant resource upgrade, backed by leadership changes and shareholder funding.

Gold Hydrogen Limited has closed a $14.5 million strategic investment round led by Toyota, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical, and ENEOS Xplora, positioning the company to accelerate drilling and commercialisation efforts at its Ramsay Project in South Australia.

Whitebark Energy has installed hydrogen sensors at the Rickerscote prospect to refine drilling plans for a major exploration well in late 2026, aiming to unlock vast hydrogen, helium, and hydrocarbon resources.

Whitebark Energy has exercised its option to acquire the remaining 30% stake in the Alinya project, gaining 100% ownership after independent assessments confirmed significant hydrocarbon, hydrogen, and helium resources.

Noble Helium has launched a rigorously vetted five-hole drilling campaign targeting a 225.5 BCF helium resource in Tanzania’s North Rukwa Project, aiming for near-term cash flow with reduced costs and enhanced geological insight.

Whitebark Energy has secured independent confirmation of substantial hydrogen and helium prospective resources at its Rickerscote Prospect in South Australia's Officer Basin, highlighting a promising new frontier for clean energy minerals.

Blue Star Helium has successfully completed its 2025 Galactica drilling program, securing a major permit for CO2 processing and preparing to start commercial helium production in the second half of 2025. The company also raised $4.54 million to fund ongoing development.