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Blue Star Helium Limited (ASX:BNL)

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Announcement
Release
26 Mar 2026 9:53AM
Price at Release
$0.009
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Summary
Blue Star Helium Limited has announced the completion of Stage 1 in their Galactica Project development, which now sees six wells connected to the Pinon Canyon facility, transitioning the operation to 24/7 production. The company is focusing on enhancing system safety, automation, and remote monitoring as it progresses into continuous operations. The facility's first helium sales are set at spot pricing, with future sales anticipating long-term contracts as market conditions favor US-sourced helium due to instability in traditional supply routes. Blue Star's strategy includes both spot sales and long-term agreements for helium and COâ‚‚, with COâ‚‚ liquefaction on track for the first half of 2026. The Galactica Project is a joint venture with Helium One Global Ltd, which holds a 50% interest. The update underscores the project's strategic importance due to increased global demand for stable helium supply.
Key Points
  • Stage 1 of Galactica development complete with six wells tied into Pinon Canyon.
  • Transition to continuous 24/7 operations with safety and automation upgrades.
  • First helium sales to be at spot pricing, long-term contracts being negotiated.
  • CO2 liquefaction on schedule for the first half of 2026.
  • Joint venture with Helium One Global Ltd holding 50% working interest.
  • Increased demand for US-sourced helium due to global supply chain disruptions.
  • Focus on a balanced mix of spot and long-term helium contracts.
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