Buru Energy Limited (ASX:BRU) Reports Strong Quarterly Progress
Quarterly Highlights
Buru Energy Limited (ASX:BRU) announced significant advancements in its quarterly report for the period ending 31 December 2024. The company is on track for commercial agreements related to the Rafael Project in the first quarter of 2025. Enhanced subsurface imaging has increased confidence in the in-place resources, further supporting the project’s development.
Operational Developments
Planning is underway for on-ground activities to boost confidence in the Rafael well’s productivity and flow assurance. Continued engagement for potential oil offtake and sales aims to support the recommencement of production from the Ungani Oilfield.
Buru is also set to divest its subsidiary companies, 2H Resources and Battmin, with a planned completion in the first quarter of 2025. A comprehensive business review has yielded an anticipated $3 million reduction in annual expenditure.
Financial Position
As of 31 December 2024, Buru holds $7.9 million in cash with no debt, and its market capitalisation stands at $44 million. The company issued 108.1 million new shares during a share placement, raising $6.7 million before costs.
Executive Comments
CEO Thomas Z Nador stated, “Buru Energy finished the year with a very clear focus… developing Rafael is a unique opportunity for the Company to build a foundation energy business.” He emphasised the project’s potential to generate annual cash flows exceeding the current market capitalisation within three years.
Nador also highlighted the necessity of focusing resources on delivering the Rafael Project, citing recent actions taken to prioritise capital more efficiently.
Future Outlook
The Rafael Project is expected to begin production in the second half of 2027, coinciding with state government plans to overhaul the Kimberley energy system by 2028. Discussions are ongoing for the final investment decision slated for late 2025, which involves securing commercial agreements with various stakeholders.
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