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Finder Energy has locked in a significant funding agreement with TIMOR GAP, securing half of the KTJ Project’s development capex and upgrading its resource base, setting the stage for a Final Investment Decision by mid-2026.

Estrella Resources has kicked off its maiden drilling campaign at the Werumata Limestone Project in Timor-Leste, aiming to define a resource exceeding 500 million tonnes. The program is progressing ahead of schedule and under budget, backed by strong local support.

Finder Energy has secured half of the development capital for its KTJ oil project in Timor-Leste through a farmin deal with TIMOR GAP and accelerated engineering work with SLB, targeting first oil by the end of 2027.

Tivan Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals portfolio, establishing a key joint venture, acquiring the Molyhil Project, raising $15 million, and commencing drilling at Sandover. These developments underscore its growing role in Australia’s strategic minerals sector.

Finder Energy has finalized a farmin agreement with TIMOR GAP, increasing the latter’s stake in the PSC 19-11 project and unlocking significant funding to accelerate development.

Estrella Resources has successfully extended the strike length of manganese mineralisation at its Ira Miri project in Timor-Leste to nearly 100 metres, with recent drill holes revealing high-grade supergene manganese oxides. Meanwhile, progress at the Werumata Limestone project advances with geophysical surveys and drill pad preparations underway.

Finder Energy has secured half of the development funding for its KTJ oil project in Timor-Leste through a farmin agreement with TIMOR GAP, alongside an independent resource upgrade that strengthens the project's outlook for first oil by 2027.

Finder Energy has announced a significant upgrade to the contingent resources of its Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields, verified independently by RISC Advisory. This enhancement strengthens the project's development prospects and supports financing efforts ahead of a planned final investment decision in mid-2026.

Finder Energy is fast-tracking development of the Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields in Timor-Leste, backed by a transformational farmin deal with TIMOR GAP and a strategic alliance with SLB, targeting first oil by October 2025.

Estrella Resources has secured all approvals to begin maiden drilling at its Werumata limestone project, targeting a substantial 500 million tonne resource near key infrastructure in Timor-Leste.

Finder Energy has secured a pivotal funding boost as TIMOR GAP increases its stake in the KTJ Project, accelerating the path to final investment decision by mid-2026. This farmin agreement significantly de-risks the project and aligns with Timor-Leste’s strategic development goals.

Estrella Resources has reported substantial high-grade supergene manganese intersections at its Ira Miri project in Timor-Leste, highlighting promising mineralisation near key infrastructure. Assay results are pending, but early visual estimates suggest significant resource potential.