MAX Power Mining (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) (FRANKFURT: 89N) announced that it has received the drilling license for the first well in its multi-well Natural Hydrogen program in southern Saskatchewan, with drilling at the Lawson target expected to begin around November 7, 2025. The license, granted by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy and Resources, represents a significant step forward for the company and for Canada’s involvement in the emerging natural hydrogen sector.
President and CEO Mansoor Jan stated that the license is a major milestone, reflecting the support of the provincial government and advancing the company’s goal of establishing Canada’s first dedicated Natural Hydrogen well. The Lawson project is situated within the 200-kilometer-long Genesis Trend, an area believed to be prospective for natural hydrogen accumulations. The drilling program will employ advanced geoscience tools, including gas chromatographs for detecting helium, nitrogen, and methane, as well as a custom mass spectrometer for hydrogen analysis. These instruments will help characterize the subsurface gases and assess the potential for commercial hydrogen production.
Natural hydrogen, also known as white hydrogen, is generated by natural geological processes and has gained attention as a potential low-carbon energy source. Unlike hydrogen produced from fossil fuels, natural hydrogen does not require energy-intensive manufacturing processes, making it an attractive option for decarbonization. MAX Power has positioned itself as a first mover in this sector, holding a district-scale land position of approximately 1.3 million acres (521,000 hectares) in Saskatchewan, covering prime exploration ground for large-volume natural hydrogen accumulations. The company has identified high-priority drill targets for its Q4 2025 drilling campaign.
In addition to its natural hydrogen projects, MAX Power maintains a portfolio of critical mineral properties in the United States and Canada, including a 2024 diamond drilling discovery at the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona. The company’s focus on decarbonization aligns with North America’s shift toward cleaner energy sources.
Further updates on the drilling program are expected prior to the start of operations. More information about MAX Power can be found on the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MAXXF. The full press release is available at https://ibn.fm/XvmjY.
