MAX Power Mining Selects Drilling Contractor for Canada's First Natural Hydrogen Well

MAX Power Mining has selected a premier Saskatchewan-based drilling contractor to execute Canada's first dedicated deep well targeting Natural Hydrogen at the Lawson target within the 200-km-long Genesis Trend. The drilling operation is scheduled to begin on or about November 7, 2025, pending receipt of the Lawson well license. This pioneering project represents a significant advancement in Canada's energy exploration landscape as the country positions itself in the emerging natural hydrogen sector.

The operation will utilize a powerful tele-double rig with a 24-person crew working two 12-hour shifts over approximately three weeks. CEO Mansoor Jan described the collaboration as a major milestone and emphasized the company's ambitious goal to pursue the world's first commercial Natural Hydrogen discovery with what he characterized as a best-in-class team. The selection of the drilling contractor represents a crucial step forward in MAX Power's comprehensive exploration strategy.

MAX Power has established itself as a first mover in the rapidly growing Natural Hydrogen sector, having built a dominant district-scale land position with approximately 1.3 million acres of permits covering prime exploration ground prospective for large volume accumulations of Natural Hydrogen. The company has identified high priority initial drill target areas for commencement of drilling in the fourth quarter of 2025. This extensive land position provides MAX Power with substantial exploration potential across multiple promising geological formations.

Beyond its natural hydrogen initiatives, MAX Power maintains a diversified portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals. These holdings include a 2024 diamond drilling discovery at the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona, demonstrating the company's broader commitment to supporting North America's shift toward decarbonization through multiple strategic mineral exploration projects. The company's multi-pronged approach positions it at the forefront of both hydrogen and critical mineral development.

The natural hydrogen drilling project represents not only a technological achievement but also a strategic move in the global energy transition. As countries worldwide seek cleaner energy alternatives, the successful discovery and development of natural hydrogen resources could provide a significant boost to Canada's clean energy portfolio. The timing of this project aligns with increasing global interest in hydrogen as a potential clean energy source that could complement other renewable energy technologies in reducing carbon emissions across multiple sectors.