Pulsar Helium Reports Pressurised Gas Encounter at Jetstream #5 and Down-Hole Testing Conducted at Jetstream #3 and #4
Rhea-AI Summary
Pulsar Helium (OTCQB: PSRHF) reports Jetstream #5 at the Topaz Project (Minnesota) has encountered pressurized gas at ~837 ft (255 m) and ~1,481 ft (451 m), with a preliminary bottom-hole pressure of ~662 psi and visible gas influx at surface. Jetstream #5 is being drilled with continuous HQ core to a planned TD of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) on a 24-hour schedule.
All five Jetstream appraisal wells to date have encountered gas. Down‑hole logging was completed at Jetstream #3 and #4 (Dec 6–7, 2025); flow testing and gas sampling are expected in January 2026, subject to equipment scheduling.
Positive
- Pressurized gas encountered at 837 ft and 1,481 ft
- Preliminary bottom-hole pressure of ~662 psi at 1,481 ft
- All five Jetstream wells have encountered gas (100% success)
- Jetstream #5 drilling uses HQ core for continuous large-diameter samples
- Flow testing and gas sampling scheduled for January 2026
Negative
- Preliminary bottom-hole pressure may be adjusted as drilling continues
- No flow-test rates or quantified helium resource reported yet
- Planned January 2026 testing is subject to equipment scheduling
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, PSRHF gained 13.93%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
While PSRHF was down 0.63%, several peers in Other Industrial Metals & Mining were up, including BRGC +5.71%, LEMIF +4.66%, DFMTF +1.85%, and FRSPF +1.52%, suggesting stock-specific dynamics rather than a sector-wide move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 08 | Jetstream #5 gas | Positive | +13.9% | Jetstream #5 encountered pressurised gas with ~662 psi bottom-hole pressure. |
| Dec 03 | Jetstream #5 spud | Positive | -3.1% | Commencement of Jetstream #5 drilling toward 5,000 ft target depth. |
| Nov 26 | Jetstream #4 completion | Positive | -1.4% | Completion of Jetstream #4 with increased estimated bottom-hole pressure. |
| Nov 18 | Jetstream #4 gas | Positive | +5.2% | Jetstream #4 encountered pressurised gas with ~674 psi at 1,457 ft. |
| Nov 17 | Investor presentation | Neutral | -1.6% | Announcement of virtual site visit and live Q&A on Nov 25, 2025. |
Operational Topaz updates with clear technical progress often coincided with positive price moves, but there are notable instances where constructive drilling news was followed by modest declines, indicating mixed short-term reactions.
Over recent months, Pulsar Helium has steadily advanced appraisal drilling at the Topaz Project. On Nov 18, pressurised gas at Jetstream #4 and a calculated bottom-hole pressure of 674 psi coincided with a 5.23% gain. Completion of Jetstream #4 and planning for Jetstream #5 on Nov 26 saw a modest -1.42% move. The commencement of Jetstream #5 drilling on Dec 03 was followed by a -3.12% reaction. Today’s pressurised gas encounter at Jetstream #5 on Dec 08 aligned with a stronger 13.93% rise, reinforcing investor interest in successful well results.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock surged +13.9% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with past instances where clear Topaz appraisal progress supported gains, such as the 13.93% move following this Jetstream #5 gas encounter. With all five wells encountering pressurised gas and prior updates sometimes seeing pullbacks, investors have previously reassessed risk as more data arrived. Future testing results and funding developments could influence whether enthusiasm consolidates or reverses as the resource picture is refined.
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CASCAIS, Portugal, Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF) (“Pulsar” or the “Company”), a primary helium exploration and development company, announces that its Jetstream #5 appraisal well at the flagship Topaz Project (Minnesota, USA) has intersected pressurized gas zones. The gas zones were encountered at depths of approximately 837 feet (255 meters) and 1,481 feet (451 meters), with an initial bottom-hole pressure of ~662 psi calculated, and visible gas influx observed during drilling operations. This positive progress result marks the fifth consecutive well in the Jetstream program to encounter gas, further reinforcing confidence in the extent of the helium-rich reservoir. In addition, well-testing has occurred at Jetstream #3 and #4, with data collected now being sent for interpretation.
Highlights:
- Jetstream #5 location: Jetstream #5 is located ~1.8 miles (3 kilometers) northeast of the discovery well (Jetstream #1) at Topaz, significantly extending the project’s appraisal footprint.
- Shallow Pressurized Gas: Gas was encountered at approximately 837 feet (255 meters) and 1,481 feet (451 meters) depth, with a preliminary bottom-hole pressure reading of ~662 psi, indicating a strongly pressurized system even at this early stage of drilling. Gas was visibly seen bubbling through the drilling fluids at surface, confirming active gas flow under pressure.
- Drilling Progress: The well is being drilled using continuous HQ core drilling (large 63.5 mm diameter core) to maximize geological sample recovery while maintaining efficient progress. Around-the-clock drilling (24-hour operations with rotating crews) is ongoing as Jetstream #5 advances toward its target depth of 5,000 feet (1,524 meters).
- Consistent Success: All five Jetstream appraisal wells drilled to date have encountered pressurized gas (a
100% success rate). This consistent success across the program underscores the continuity of the helium-bearing reservoir and the potential of the Topaz Project. - Well-Testing: Jetstream #3 and #4 had down-hole logging conducted, with data sent for interpretation. The data collected includes formation microresistivity imaging, dipole sonic, resistivity, gamma, and neutron density logs.
Thomas Abraham-James, President & CEO of Pulsar, commented:
“To encounter pressurized gas once again in Jetstream #5 is both validating and exciting for our team. With all five Jetstream wells confirming gas, we now have a consistent track record that underscores the pervasive nature of the helium reservoir at Topaz. In particular, seeing a gas influx at such a shallow depth in Jetstream #5 is highly encouraging, it suggests the gas column is extensive and the reservoir pressure is robust across the field. Each successful well brings us one step closer to our goal of establishing Topaz as a major primary helium source in North America. We will continue to advance the program diligently, collecting high-quality data from core samples and forthcoming tests to guide the next phases of this project’s development.”
Jetstream #5 Well Update
Jetstream #5, the third well in Pulsar’s current multi-well appraisal program at Topaz, was spudded on November 28, 2025. The well drilled through overburden and into the prospective formation, reaching significant gas shows at 837 and 1,481 feet depth (255 and 451 meters, respectively). Upon penetrating these zones, pressurized gas entered the wellbore, with crew members observing a noticeable influx of gas bubbling through the drilling mud at the surface. The preliminary calculated bottom-hole pressure at 1,481 feet is approximately 662 psi, a strong early indicator of a pressurized reservoir. This initial pressure measurement may be adjusted as drilling continues and final downhole pressure readings are obtained deeper in the well.
Drilling operations at Jetstream #5 are ongoing on a 24-hour schedule, with rotating crews ensuring continuous progress. The well has already surpassed the depth of the initial gas encounter and is proceeding toward the planned TD of 5,000 feet (1,524 m). Pulsar is utilizing HQ core drilling methodology for this well, which involves cutting a large-diameter core (~63.5 mm) to retrieve continuous rock samples. This approach is yielding abundant physical core for geological analysis while maintaining efficient penetration rates. Notably, gas continues to percolate from the formation during drilling, gas bubbling and pressure are evident in the returns, especially when pausing to add drill pipe, indicating sustained gas presence in the formation. These observations suggest that the reservoir remains pressurized as the well drills deeper, an encouraging sign as Jetstream #5 progresses through the stratigraphy.
As with the previous Topaz appraisal wells, once Jetstream #5 reaches total depth and drilling is concluded, the Company will initiate a comprehensive evaluation program. This will likely include open-hole wireline logging, flow testing, and pressure build-up analysis across the encountered zones, alongside laboratory analysis of gas samples and core material. (In the ongoing program, Pulsar has been sequencing well completion and testing activities to optimize costs and efficiency; for example, testing of the Jetstream #3 and #4 wells will be conducted together.) The data collected from Jetstream #5, in combination with results from Jetstream #3 and #4, will further delineate the reservoir’s properties and help quantify the helium resource in place. Updates on these appraisal results and any testing outcomes will be provided in due course.
Jetstream #3 and Jetstream #4 Well-Testing Update
In parallel with drilling operations at Jetstream #5, Pulsar completed a suite of down-hole wireline tests at Jetstream #3 and Jetstream #4 on December 6–7, 2025. These activities form an important part of the ongoing appraisal program and will support detailed reservoir characterization ahead of planned flow testing. The down-hole wireline tests were conducted by Extreme Wireline, Inc. from Utah, and consisted of formation microresistivity imaging, dipole sonic, resistivity, gamma, and neutron density logs. The data will now be sent to experts for evaluation and interpretation to further our understanding of the reservoir.
The next phase of appraisal work at the wells will consist of flow testing, gas sample collection for laboratory analysis (for all gases, including helium-3), and pressure build up testing. This testing program is expected to occur in January 2026, subject to equipment scheduling. Results from these tests will provide key inputs for the next iteration of the Topaz resource model and will help quantify the production potential of each well.
About the Topaz Project
The Topaz Project is located in northern Minnesota, USA, where Pulsar is the first mover in helium exploration and holds exclusive leases over the project area. Topaz is a primary helium discovery that contains helium-4, helium-3 and CO2, not associated with primarily hydrocarbon production. Multiple wells drilled by Pulsar have confirmed a laterally extensive helium-rich gas reservoir beneath the project lands. Notably, two wells drilled at Topaz, both with high helium concentrations averaging
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About Pulsar Helium Inc.
Pulsar Helium Inc. is a publicly traded company quoted on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange and listed on the TSX Venture Exchange with the ticker PLSR, as well as on the OTCQB with the ticker PSRHF. Pulsar's portfolio consists of its flagship Topaz helium project in Minnesota, 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.
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In accordance with the AIM Note for Mining and Oil and Gas Companies, the Company discloses that Brad Cage, VP Engineering and Officer of the Company has reviewed the technical information contained herein. Mr. Cage has approximately 25 years in the oil and gas industry, is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and is a licensed professional petroleum engineer in Oklahoma, USA.
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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.
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