Share Talk Weekly Energy Sector News Round-Up, Saturday 2nd December 2023 - Share Talk

Share Talk Weekly Energy Sector News Round-Up, Saturday 2nd December 2023

Stephen Williams, co-chief executive of Reabold Resources PLC (AIM: RBD), expressed optimism about the regulatory landscape in Italy, highlighting the government’s recent decree aimed at enhancing renewable energy production and energy security.

The company acknowledged the decree’s incentives for constructing renewable energy plants, including those for natural gas liquefaction.

Baron Oil Plc (AIM: BOIL) provided an update on preparations for drilling activities on the TL-SO-19-16 Production Sharing Contract, offshore Timor-Leste. Baron’s wholly owned subsidiary and operator of the PSC, SundaGas Banda Unipessoal, Lda (“SundaGas”) has achieved the first step of three in securing environmental approvals for the drilling and testing of an appraisal well on the Chuditch field.

Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas Ltd (AIM: ECO, TSX-V: EOG) reported significant advancements across its exploration portfolio, as stated by CEO Gil Holzman in the interim results update. The company concluded September with a solid financial position, holding US$3.85 million in cash and equivalents, and is actively seeking new partners for its high-impact portfolio through farm-out efforts.

Shore Capital, a brokerage firm, praised the recent progress of Quadrise PLC (AIM: QED), particularly in the shipping and alternative fuel sectors. The company’s proprietary bioMSAR and MSAR fuels are noted for their potential to significantly reduce fuel costs and emissions in marine and industrial applications.

Union Jack Oil plc (AIM: UJO), a UK-focused onshore hydrocarbon production, development and exploration company, notes the update provided to the local community on 28 November 2023, in respect of the future plans for the Wressle development (PEDL180 and PEDL182), provided by the Operator, Egdon Resources UK Limited

Ian Mcnally, research director at Cavendish Financial, commented on Plexus Holdings PLC (AIM: POS), an oil and gas engineering services firm, stating it is on a path to recovery. The company, known for its unique POS-GRIP wellhead technology, announced its preliminary full-year results for the year ending 30 June 2023.

Mosman Oil and Gas Ltd (AIM: MSMN) provided an operational update and announced a £250,000 equity raise. The company, focusing on North America, issued 2 billion new shares at 0.0125p each, facilitated by broker CMC Markets.

The new Board has considered the business strategy and sees the way forward as adding value by continuing to selectively develop producing oil assets in the US, then monetising them, and maximising the helium, hydrogen and hydrocarbon opportunity at the exploration permits in Australia.

Arrow Exploration Corp (TSX-V: AXL, AIM: AXL, OTC: CSTPF) announced a significant increase in its quarterly oil and natural gas revenue, reaching US$13.9 million, up from US$7.6 million year-over-year. The company also reported a rise in net income and adjusted EBITDA for the quarter.

Marshall Abbott, the CEO of Arrow, commented on the company’s progress, stating, “Arrow is experiencing its most robust quarter to date. Our 2023 drilling program, including the CN discovery, has significantly enhanced our production and reserves, establishing a new core area for us. We’ve identified additional low-risk prospects with our newly acquired 3D seismic data.

The company is set to ramp up its operational pace, focusing on the development of the Carrizale, Ubaque, and C7 discoveries, while also drilling low-risk exploration wells along proven fault lines.

88 Energy Ltd (AIM:88E, ASX:88E, OTC:EEENF) successfully completed an oversubscribed A$9.9 million equity raise. The new shares were acquired by domestic and international investors for 0.45 cents per share.

Plexus Holdings PLC (AIM: POS) reported a reduction in its annual loss and anticipates a return to profitability this year, driven by the increasing demand for solutions to reduce emissions in the oil and gas industry. The company’s revenue for the 12 months ending 30 June 2023 was £1.5 million, down from £2.3 million the previous year.

Scirocco Energy PLC (AIM: SCIR) announced the departure of COO Doug Rycroft following the divestment of its interest in the Ruvuma asset, aligning with the company’s strategy to streamline its management team.

ATOME Energy PLC (AIM: ATOM) has shifted its focus from a hydrogen mobility project in Paraguay, terminating its agreement with Clean Power Hydrogen PLC (AIM: CPH2) for an electrolyser. The company is now prioritizing the Villeta green fertiliser project and advancing the larger Yguazu project in Paraguay.

Europa Oil & Gas (Holdings) PLC (AIM: EOG) received a requisition notice from shareholders, including former directors Paul Barrett and Erika Syba, representing about 5.24% of the company. The notice, deemed materially deficient and invalid by the company, sought to replace current directors, including CEO William Holland and COO Alastair Stuart.


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