Latest Shale Gas News

Tamboran Resources is poised to deliver first gas sales from its Beetaloo Basin pilot project, backed by a robust balance sheet and strategic partnerships aiming to slash drilling costs.

Beetaloo Energy's Carpentaria-5H shale gas well delivered a steady 6.9 TJ/day average over a 30-day flow test, reinforcing the quality of the Velkerri Shale reservoir and supporting recoverable gas estimates ahead of the Carpentaria Gas Plant commissioning.

Beetaloo Energy reports promising flow testing from Carpentaria-5H with sustained gas rates and low decline, while its Carpentaria Gas Plant construction remains on schedule for first gas sales in late 2026.

Verbrec has secured a $21 million contract to upgrade the McArthur River Pipeline, enabling commercial gas flow from the Beetaloo sub-basin and bolstering Northern Territory's energy security.

Beetaloo Energy has bolstered its financial footing with a $66.3 million equity placement and a $15.4 million R&D tax refund, underpinning key developments at the Carpentaria Gas Plant and local frac sand project.

AJ Lucas Group Limited has swung to a $38.9 million half-year profit, buoyed by a significant UK settlement and improved Australian drilling operations despite revenue pressures.

AJ Lucas Group Limited reported a robust start to FY26, driven by a significant UK dispute settlement and improved Australian operations. The company’s liquidity and operational upgrades position it well despite ongoing challenges.

Tamboran Resources has raised over US$56 million through a public offering and secured up to US$29.3 million via a PIPE, while forging a strategic partnership with Baker Hughes to advance its Beetaloo Basin shale gas development.

Tamboran Resources is set to acquire Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd., consolidating a dominant position in the Beetaloo Basin with nearly 3 million net prospective acres. The deal, valued at US$172 million, positions Tamboran as a leading Australian E&P player ahead of key development phases.

AJ Lucas Group’s UK arm Cuadrilla Resources has settled a long-standing dispute over shale gas licences, receiving £12.5 million and terminating the carry agreement. This resolution clears a financial uncertainty clouding the company’s UK operations.

Tamboran Resources’ Shenandoah South 2H sidetrack well has achieved a record 90-day average gas flow rate in the Beetaloo Basin, maintaining stable production and advancing the company’s multi-well drilling campaign.

Beetaloo Energy Australia Limited has completed a $35 million capital raise and successfully finished hydraulic stimulation of its Carpentaria-5H well, setting the stage for production expected in 2026. Traditional Owner consent and strong liquidity underpin the company’s next development phase.