Latest Oil And Gas Exploration And Production News

Carnarvon Energy has made a significant A$86 million investment in Strike Energy, becoming its largest shareholder and gaining exposure to Western Australia’s growing gas market, while deferring Bedout drilling to early 2027 due to rig shortages.

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.

Bass Oil reported steady quarterly oil production with a 20% increase in Indonesian output following a production enhancement program. The company is poised to enter the East Coast Gas Market pending regulatory approval for the Vanessa gas field acquisition.

Red Sky Energy reports steady production and cash flow growth from its Innamincka and Killanoola projects, while securing a strategic 35% stake in Angola’s Block 6/24, marking a significant step in its international expansion.

Melbana Energy continues steady oil production in Cuba with new drilling underway, while securing critical permit variations in Australia that extend exploration timelines and reduce seismic obligations.

Amplitude Energy reported steady Q1 FY26 production and strong revenue, backed by a $150 million equity raise to fuel expansion projects including the East Coast Supply Project and Patricia Baleen restart.

FAR Limited reports robust production from Senegal’s Sangomar field and ongoing negotiations over a US$6 million claim by Woodside Energy, while maintaining a solid cash position of US$7.9 million at quarter’s end.

Australian Oil Company Limited has announced an $800,000 capital raising through a two-tranche share placement aimed at advancing its Californian oil and gas projects and exploring new growth opportunities.

Australis Oil & Gas reported a mixed Q3 2025 with lower production volumes offset by higher oil prices, achieving modest profitability and reducing debt while actively seeking a development partner for its Tuscaloosa Marine Shale assets.

Karoon Energy reported a 12% production dip in Q3 2025 due to operational challenges but saw a 3% revenue increase driven by higher oil prices and secured a new deepwater block in Brazil.

Australis Oil & Gas reported a modest dip in production volumes for Q3 2025 but offset this with higher realised oil prices and disciplined cost management. The company remains focused on securing a development partner to unlock the full potential of its Tuscaloosa Marine Shale assets.

Beach Energy reported an 8% increase in production to 5.0 million barrels of oil equivalent in Q1 FY26, driven by strong performance in the Otway Basin and Cooper Basin flood recovery. Sales revenue rose 18% to $537 million, supported by two LNG cargoes from the Waitsia Gas Plant, which is now approaching its Ready For Start Up milestone.