Pulsar Helium Inc. (TSXV:PLSR & OTCQB:PSRHF) (“Pulsar” or the
“Company”) is pleased to announce the safe and timely completion of
logging, completion, and flow testing activities at the Jetstream
#1 appraisal well* at its flagship Topaz helium project. A summary
of the results is as follows:
- Helium and
associated gases flowed to surface naturally in a free gas
phase,
- Flow
testing after clean up recorded a maximum rate of 821 thousand
cubic feet per day (Mcf/d),
- New
laboratory results from produced gas confirm concentrations between
8.7 – 14.5% helium,
- CO2
concentrations exceeding 70% have the potential to contribute to
project economics,
- Vertical
Seismic Profile (VSP) and wireline optical televiewer data was
collected, and
- In-fill
Airborne Gravity Gradiometry (AGG) survey flown.
Pulsar President and CEO, Thomas Abraham-James,
stated: “The results of the Jetstream #1 flow test and laboratory
analysis confirm a major new helium discovery, putting Topaz in the
top tier of global primary helium projects. The comprehensive
dataset acquired will give the Company the assurance it needs to
fast track activities and realize Topaz’s commercial potential. The
data will be analyzed by Sproule for their updated resource
estimate, along with recommendations for future appraisal and
development planning at Topaz. This is the first dedicated helium
well drilled in Minnesota, and all data gathered indicates that
this is not an isolated occurrence with the helium-bearing zone
likely to extend laterally and at depth.”
Proposed future workThe
Jetstream #1 appraisal well was designed to replicate the original
2011 discovery at LOD-6. This was successful and the existing
seismic data suggests that the helium-bearing zone persists at
depth, up to an additional kilometer (3,281 feet). Future work
programs are proposed to consist of deepening Jetstream #1 to
assess this potential, in conjunction with drilling a nearby
step-out well and conducting a 3D seismic survey to define the
structural extent of the resource.
Flow TestingCompletion and
initial flow testing activities have been finalized at the
Jetstream #1 appraisal well. The flow test program included five
flow tests of both natural flow and under wellhead compression from
the open-hole section of the well (between 503-671 meters
(1,650–2,200 feet) depth). Each test lasted approximately six hours
in duration with pressure build-ups of 18 hours between natural
flow tests and approximately six days until the start of the
compression tests.
The flow test with well site compression reached
a maximum absolute open flow of 821 Mcf/d at a flowing tubing head
pressure of 20 psi on a 1 inch choke. Results during natural flow
climbed to a peak of 150 Mcf/d with 34 psi flowing tubing head
pressure on a 1 inch choke with the rate still on incline at the
six-hour shut-in mark. Step rate and choked tests were also
acquired to help understand reservoir production parameters which
will be announced in due course.
* In the State of Minnesota, the regulatory term
is ‘exploratory boring’.
Following well tests, tubing head pressure built
up rapidly to near pre-flow conditions. There was evidence of
introduced drilling fluid interference during the testing process,
specifically in follow-up flows. Preliminary analysis indicates
this is easily mitigated until these fluids are recovered during an
early production clean-up flow period.
Laboratory AnalysisGas samples
were collected throughout the flow testing operations and were
distributed to Isotech Laboratory, the Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institute, and Caltech Noble Gas Lab. The results from Isotech have
been received with up to 14.5% helium measured, prior to any
atmospheric contamination correction. An average of 9.9% helium was
derived across 21 samples. Associated major gases include CO2
content of up to 71%, nitrogen up to 24%, and hydrocarbons
constituting <5% of the total gas content. Gas isotope analysis
will take place later in June for detailed gas chemistry
investigation.
Resource UpdateAll data
obtained from the Jetstream #1 well, in conjunction with seismic,
gravity and magnetic data is being assessed by Sproule
International Limited for an updated resource estimate to the Topaz
project, contingent and prospective resource calculations. Further
updates on this will be provided in due course.
Logging / Data AcquisitionData
acquired during the recent activities includes both downhole and
broader site data, as follows:
- An optical
televiewer was run through the open hole portion of the Jetstream
#1 by Inner Earth Technologies. Preliminary interpretation of the
high-resolution image data confirms a series of fractures within
the open-hole section of the well across a 19 meter (62 foot) gross
interval.
- A downhole
vertical seismic profile (VSP) was acquired at Jetstream #1 by
Baker Hughes and their partner SAExploration. The VSP gathers data
on acoustic rock properties and provides a seismic image at the
well location for depth correlation to future seismic imaging. In
conjunction with the VSP, SAExploration conducted a series of
seismic sweeps in the vicinity of Jetstream #1 to facilitate the
design of future seismic acquisition.
- Xcalibur MPH
(Canada) Ltd acquired an in-fill FALCON Airborne Gravity
Gradiometry (AGG) and magnetic survey over the Topaz project area
in May. The survey increases the data density for the FALCON survey
acquired in 2022 to provide a higher resolution dataset to enhance
the subsurface imaging.
The Company will provide a further update on
independent evaluations of the Jetstream #1 well data as additional
material information is received. Data acquired during the past
three weeks will assist with understanding of the Topaz resource,
future potential production performance, facility design, and
regional work program planning.
About Pulsar Helium Inc. Pulsar
Helium Inc. is a publicly traded company listed on the TSX Venture
Exchange with the ticker PLSR and on the OTCQB with the ticker
PSRHF. Pulsar’s portfolio consists of its flagship Topaz helium
project in Minnesota, USA, that has been drilled and flowed up to
14.5% helium, USA and the Tunu helium project in Greenland. Pulsar
is the first mover in both locations with primary helium
occurrences not associated with the production of hydrocarbons
identified at each. For further information visit
https://pulsarhelium.com, follow us on X
https://twitter.com/pulsarhelium?lang=en and LinkedIn
https://ca.linkedin.com/company/pulsar-helium-inc.
On behalf Pulsar Helium Inc. “Thomas
Abraham-James”President, CEO and Director
Further Information: Thomas Abraham-James
President, CEO and Director Pulsar Helium Inc.
connect@pulsarhelium.com + 1 (604) 599-0310
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given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such
forward–looking statements included in this news release should not
be unduly relied upon. These statements speak only as of the date
of this news release.
No reserves have been assigned in connection
with the Company's property interests to date, given their early
stage of development. The future value of the Company is therefore
dependent on the success or otherwise of its activities, which are
principally directed toward the future exploration, appraisal and
development of its assets, and potential acquisition of property
interests in the future. Un-risked Contingent and Prospective
Helium Volumes have been defined at the Topaz Project. However,
estimating helium volumes is subject to significant uncertainties
associated with technical data and the interpretation of that data,
future commodity prices, and development and operating costs. There
can be no guarantee that the Company will successfully convert its
helium volume to reserves and produce that estimated volume.
Estimates may alter significantly or become more uncertain when new
information becomes available due to for example, additional
drilling or production tests over the life of field. As estimates
change, development and production plans may also vary. Downward
revision of helium volume estimates may adversely affect the
Company's operational or financial performance.
Helium volume estimates are expressions of
judgement based on knowledge, experience and industry practice.
These estimates are imprecise and depend to some extent on
interpretations, which may ultimately prove to be inaccurate and
require adjustment or, even if valid when originally calculated,
may alter significantly when new information or techniques become
available. As further information becomes available through
additional drilling and analysis the estimates are likely to
change. Any adjustments to volume could affect the Company's
exploration and development plans which may, in turn, affect the
Company's performance. The process of estimating helium resources
is complex and requires significant decisions and assumptions to be
made in evaluating the reliability of available geological,
geophysical, engineering, and economic date for each property.
Different engineers may make different estimates of resources, cash
flows, or other variables based on the same available data.
Forward–looking statements are based on a number
of assumptions and are subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control,
which could cause actual results and events to differ materially
from those that are disclosed in or implied by such forward–
looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include but are
not limited to Pulsar may be unsuccessful in drilling commercially
productive wells; drill costs may be higher than estimates; delays
in the commencement of drilling, a temporary permit may not be
issued, and other factors set forth under "Cautionary Note
Regarding Forward Looking Statements and Market and Industry Data"
and "Risk Factors" in the Final Prospectus. The Company undertakes
no obligation to update or revise any forward– looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise,
except as may be required by law. New factors emerge from time to
time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of them
or assess the impact of each such factor or the extent to which any
factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ
materially from those contained in any forward–looking statement.
Any forward–looking statements contained in this news release are
expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary
statement.
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