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Kinetiko Energy has secured the first tranche of funding from FFS Refiners to accelerate development of a pilot LNG gas plant at Brakfontein, marking a key step in its multi-phase Project Alpha.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
5 Nov 2025
Kinetiko Energy reports sustained strong gas flows from two production wells in South Africa, with high methane content exceeding prior reserve assumptions. These results bolster the economics of its planned micro LNG pilot project.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
20 Oct 2025
Kinetiko Energy and FFS Refiners have formalised a joint development agreement to co-develop a pilot LNG plant at Brakfontein, marking a significant step in South Africa’s energy transition. The initial phase involves co-funded drilling and gas testing with plans to scale LNG production substantially.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
13 Oct 2025
Kinetiko Energy has commenced drilling its second production test well at Brakfontein, applying optimized protocols following promising initial results. This marks a key step toward supplying gas to a pilot LNG plant planned for late 2026.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
27 Aug 2025
Kinetiko Energy reports sustained and improving gas flows from its South African test wells, prompting a drilling optimization study to enhance recovery and support future production.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
11 Feb 2025
Kinetiko Energy reports mixed results from its five-well gas production test program, with the first well underperforming but the company maintaining optimism for the remaining wells and a strong financial footing.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
31 Jan 2025