Latest Oil And Gas Exploration News

Grand Gulf Energy has secured an exclusive option for a major offshore Namibia oil block with over a billion barrels prospective resource and signed a strategic MoU to jointly explore helium and potash in Utah’s Paradox Basin.

Triangle Energy’s June quarter report reveals a strategic pivot as key JV partners exit, the Cliff Head assets transition to carbon capture, and promising exploration prospects remain in focus.

Icon Energy Limited reported a stable cash position of $431,414 at the end of June 2025, with no exploration activity during the quarter as it awaits final approval of Petroleum Lease PL-1144. The company plans to pursue joint venture partnerships once the lease is granted.

Lion Energy has made steady progress on its Port of Brisbane Green Hydrogen Project while moving closer to securing funding for a key drilling operation in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC.

Condor Energy’s maiden independent resource estimate confirms a multibillion barrel prospective oil resource offshore Peru, supported by enhanced seismic data and ongoing gas commercialisation studies.

NuEnergy Gas Limited reports a mixed quarter with ongoing exploration costs and a strategic push towards early gas sales, while actively seeking new funding to sustain operations.

Fitzroy River Corporation reported steady royalty income for the March 2025 quarter despite operational suspensions at Buru and ongoing geopolitical risks impacting commodity markets. Key project updates include Bowdens Silver’s development application progress and Federation Mining’s Snowy River feasibility study.

Carnarvon Energy has committed up to A$89 million to acquire a near 20% stake in Strike Energy, marking a strategic pivot towards Western Australia’s burgeoning gas market while maintaining strong liquidity and advancing exploration plans.

Invictus Energy is preparing to drill the high-impact Musuma-1 exploration well outside its Mukuyu discovery area, while securing National Project Status for its Cabora Bassa Project in Zimbabwe.

Kinetiko Energy has spudded its third gas production test well at Brakfontein and signed a non-binding term sheet with FFS Refiners to co-develop a pilot LNG plant, backed by a recent $2.2 million capital raise.

Key Petroleum has moved its eight Potential Commercial Area applications into formal government evaluation, aiming to secure long-term tenure in Queensland’s Cooper-Eromanga Basin. Meanwhile, the company raised A$129,000 through an entitlement offer and is exploring international growth opportunities.

IPB Petroleum has secured a crucial two-year extension on its WA-424-P permit in the Browse Basin, allowing more time to progress the Gwydion oil discovery and explore the Idris prospect. The company is actively pursuing partnerships and funding to unlock value from these assets.