NOVAGOLD (NYSE American: NG) details Donlin Gold gas LOI update

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. reported that Donlin Gold LLC has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent for natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and for developing the infrastructure needed to deliver this gas and power the Donlin Gold project. The update is provided through a press release dated January 8, 2026, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and available on NOVAGOLD’s website.

The company notes that the press release, titled “NOVAGOLD Provides Update On Donlin Gold Infrastructure And Energy Supply With Initial Glenfarne Letter Of Intent,” is furnished under Regulation FD and is not deemed filed for liability purposes under the Exchange Act.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 7.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: January 8, 2026 (Date of earliest event reported)

NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

British Columbia	001-31913	N/A
(State of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification)

201 South Main Street, Suite 400, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(801) 639-0511

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a -12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d -2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e -4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Shares	NG	NYSE American Toronto Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 7.01 Regulation FD

On January 8, 2026, we issued a press release reporting on Donlin Gold LLC signing a non-binding Letter of Intent for natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and the development of the infrastructure needed to deliver the gas and power the Donlin Gold project A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and incorporated herein by reference. A copy of the press release is also available on NOVAGOLD’s website at www.novagold.com.

The information contained in the press release attached hereto is being furnished and shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number	Description
99.1	Press release, dated January 8, 2026 issued by NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. entitled “NOVAGOLD Provides Update On Donlin Gold Infrastructure And Energy Supply With Initial Glenfarne Letter Of Intent.”
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File – The cover page interactive data file does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: January 9, 2026	NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC.
	By:	/s/ Peter Adamek
		Peter Adamek
		Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did NOVAGOLD (NG) disclose about the Donlin Gold project in this 8-K?

NOVAGOLD disclosed that Donlin Gold LLC signed a non-binding Letter of Intent for natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and for developing infrastructure to deliver gas and power the Donlin Gold project.

How is the Donlin Gold natural gas agreement described in the NOVAGOLD (NG) filing?

The agreement is described as a non-binding Letter of Intent covering natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and the infrastructure needed to power the Donlin Gold project.

When did NOVAGOLD (NG) issue the press release about the Donlin Gold LOI?

NOVAGOLD issued the press release on January 8, 2026, and it is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the report.

Is the Donlin Gold LOI press release considered filed for Exchange Act purposes?

No. The company states that the information in the press release is being furnished and shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.

Where can investors find the NOVAGOLD (NG) press release on the Donlin Gold infrastructure and energy supply?

A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is also available on NOVAGOLD’s website at www.novagold.com.

What is the title of NOVAGOLD’s press release attached to this 8-K?

The press release is titled “NOVAGOLD Provides Update On Donlin Gold Infrastructure And Energy Supply With Initial Glenfarne Letter Of Intent.”

Which NOVAGOLD (NG) executive signed the 8-K related to the Donlin Gold LOI?

The report was signed by Peter Adamek, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC.