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Trillion Energy (OTCQB: TRLEF) rebrands as Dune Oil, closes unit financing

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Trillion Energy International Inc. is changing its name to Dune Oil Corp., effective August 4, 2026, with its Canadian Securities Exchange trading symbol switching to DUNE. The rebrand reflects a strategic pivot toward oil development and exploration, while existing share rights and certificates remain unchanged and no capital consolidation is planned.

The company closed another tranche of its non-brokered private placement, issuing 1,030,000 Units at CAD$0.15 for gross proceeds of CAD$154,500 and settling CAD$168,085.35 of debt through 1,120,569 Units. Each Unit includes one share and half a warrant, with whole warrants exercisable at CAD$0.25 for one year. Proceeds support contractual work on the M47 concession in Türkiye, where US$800,000 has been paid toward work commitments, as well as audit, corporate, investor relations costs and working capital, while the company aims to earn up to a 29% working interest in the M47 block.

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Filing Explained

The tranche is reported issued, but the broader offering remains subject to CSE approval and issued securities face a November 21 hold period.

The key lifecycle qualification is that the company describes the latest tranche as issued, but says the broader private placement remains subject to any applicable CSE approval; the disclosure therefore does not establish final approval for the Offering as a whole.

The securities issued in this tranche are subject to a hold period under applicable securities laws and CSE policies until November 21, 2026.

The named resolution points are applicable CSE approval for the Offering and the end of that hold period; the filing does not provide a later approval date.

Units issued for cash 1,030,000 Units Closed tranche of non-brokered private placement at CAD$0.15 per Unit
Gross proceeds CAD$154,500 Raised from issuance of 1,030,000 Units at CAD$0.15
Debt settled in Units CAD$168,085.35 Outstanding debt with arm’s length parties settled through issuance of 1,120,569 Units
Units for debt settlement 1,120,569 Units Issued to arm’s length parties in exchange for outstanding debt
Warrant exercise price CAD$0.25 per share Exercise price for each whole share purchase warrant included in the Units, exercisable for one year
Work commitments paid US$800,000 Total paid toward contractual work program obligations on the M47 Concession in Türkiye
Potential working interest 29% Maximum working interest Trillion may earn in the M47 oil exploration block in Türkiye
Hold period end date November 21, 2026 End of hold period on Shares and Warrants issued in this tranche under securities laws and CSE policies
non-brokered private placement financial
"further to its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the Offering)"
A non-brokered private placement is when a company raises money by selling securities (such as shares or bonds) directly to a small group of chosen investors without using a broker or dealer as a middleman. For investors it matters because it can provide faster, lower-cost access to new investment opportunities but may bring higher risk, less liquidity and potential dilution of existing holdings compared with public offerings.
share purchase warrant financial
"one-half of one share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a Warrant)"
A share purchase warrant is a tradable instrument that gives its holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy a company’s shares at a fixed price within a set time frame. Think of it like a coupon to buy a product at today’s price later on; warrants matter to investors because exercising them can increase the number of shares outstanding (which can lower existing share value) and they offer a leveraged way to benefit if the stock rises above the warrant price.
hold period regulatory
"Shares and Warrants issued in connection with this tranche are subject to hold period"
A hold period is a specific span of time during which an investor is required or expected to keep a security or asset and cannot freely sell it or realize its value. It matters because it limits liquidity and can affect tax treatment, risk exposure and timing of gains or losses—like a cooling-off or fixed-term commitment that prevents you from quickly cashing out even if market conditions change.
working interest technical
"agreement to earn up to a 29% working interest in the M47 oil exploration block"
The working interest is the percentage ownership one party holds in an oil or gas lease that gives them the right to a share of production and also the obligation to pay a proportional share of exploration, development and operating costs. Think of it like owning a slice of a cake but also agreeing to pay part of the bill to bake it: a larger working interest means bigger potential revenue when wells produce, but also larger exposure to costs and liabilities if things go wrong.
forward-looking information regulatory
"This news release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws"
Forward-looking information are predictions, plans, estimates or expectations about a company’s future performance, results or events, such as sales forecasts, project timelines, or anticipated costs. It matters to investors because these statements guide expectations but rely on assumptions and uncertain factors—like a weather forecast for a business—so investors should treat them as informed guesses rather than guarantees and consider the risks and possible changes behind the numbers.

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FAQ

What name change is Trillion Energy International Inc. (TRLEF) implementing?

Trillion Energy International Inc. is changing its name to Dune Oil Corp. effective August 4, 2026, with its Canadian Securities Exchange symbol becoming DUNE. The change supports a strategic focus on oil development and exploration and does not alter shareholder rights or involve a share consolidation.

What are the terms of Trillion Energy (TRLEF)'s latest private placement tranche?

Trillion issued 1,030,000 Units at CAD$0.15 for gross proceeds of CAD$154,500 and settled CAD$168,085.35 of debt via 1,120,569 Units. Each Unit has one common share and half a warrant, with whole warrants exercisable at CAD$0.25 for one year and subject to a hold period until November 21, 2026.

How will Trillion Energy (TRLEF) use proceeds from the private placement?

Proceeds will fund contractual work program obligations on the M47 Concession, audit and general corporate purposes, investor relations activities, offering expenses and general working capital. The company has already paid US$800,000 toward M47 work commitments in Türkiye as it advances this exploration project.

What is Trillion Energy (TRLEF)'s focus after rebranding as Dune Oil Corp.?

The company remains a Canadian oil exploration business focused on Türkiye. It has an agreement to earn up to a 29% working interest in the M47 oil exploration block in the Cudi-Gabar petroleum province, consistent with the strategic pivot signaled by the Dune Oil Corp. name.

Does the Trillion Energy (TRLEF) name change require any action from shareholders?

Shareholders do not need to take any action. The name change involves no consolidation of capital, does not affect shareholder rights, and existing share certificates remain valid. Trading simply continues under the new Dune Oil Corp. name and the CSE symbol DUNE from August 4, 2026.

 

 

 

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 6-K

 

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the month of August 4, 2026

 

Commission File Number: 000-55539

 

TRILLION ENERGY INTERNATIONAL INC.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

 

Suite 700, 838 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 0A6
(Address of principal executive offices)

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
☒ Form 20-F ☐ Form 40-F

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ☐

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ☐

 

 

 

 
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On July 29, 2026, Trillion Energy International Inc. issued the news release filed herewith as Exhibit 99.1, announcing that it has undergone a name change and, effective on August 4, a new trading symbol

 

Exhibit No.    
99.1   News Release July 29, 2026 – Trillion Energy Announces Name Change and New Trading Symbol

 

 
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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, thereunto duly authorized.

 

TRILLION ENERGY INTERNATIONAL INC.  
   
/s/ David Thompson  
David Thompson  
Director, Audit Committee Chair  
   
August 5, 2026  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

 

Trillion Energy Announces Name Change and New Trading Symbol

 

July 29, 2026 - VANCOUVER, B.C. – Trillion Energy International Inc. (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF) (Frankfurt: Z62) (the “Company” or “Trillion”) is pleased to announce a name change to “Dune Oil Corp.” (the “Name Change”) which will be effective on August 4, 2026. The name change reflects the Company’s strategic pivot to oil development and exploration representing a new direction for the Company.

 

The Company’s new trading symbol will be “DUNE” on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”). The new CUSIP number for the Company’s common shares will be 265342105 and the new ISIN will be CA2653421057.

 

The Company has been advised by the CSE that the common shares will commence trading under the new name and new trading symbol effective at the opening of trading on August 4, 2026.

 

The Name change will not affect the rights of the Company’s shareholders. There will be no consolidation of capital associated with the Name Change. Shareholders will not be required to take any action in connection with the Name Change. Issued certificates representing common shares in the capital of the Company will not be affected by the Name Change and will not need to be exchanged.

 

Private Placement Update

 

The Company also announces that, further to its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the “Offering”), as described in the Company’s April 17, 2026 and June 9, 2026 news releases, it has closed another tranche with the issuance of 1,030,000 units (the “Units”) at $0.15 per unit for gross proceeds of CAD$154,500 and settled CAD$168,085.35 in outstanding debt with arm’s length parties with the issuance of 1,120,569 Units. Each Unit is comprised of one common share of the Company (each, a “Share”) and one-half of one share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a “Warrant”), with each Warrant exercisable at a price of CAD$0.25 per share for a period of one year from the date of issuance.

 

The Shares and Warrants issued in connection with this tranche of the Offering are subject to hold period until November 21, 2026 in accordance with applicable securities laws and the policies of the CSE. The Offering remains subject to any applicable approval of the CSE.

 

Proceeds from the Offering will be used to fund contractual work program obligations on the M47 Concession, toward which the Company has paid a total of US$800,000 towards work commitments, audit and general corporate purposes, investor relations activities, the expenses of the Offering, and general working capital.

 

The securities referred to herein will not be or have not been registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.

 

 
 

 

 

About Trillion Energy International Inc.

 

Trillion Energy International Inc. is a Canadian oil exploration company focused on Türkiye. The Company has an agreement to earn up to a 29% working interest in the M47 oil exploration block (C3 and C4 licences) located in the Cudi-Gabar petroleum province of southeastern Türkiye. More information may be found on www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company’s website at www.trillionenergy.com.

 

Requests for further information should be directed to:

 

Scott Lower, President

Trillion Energy International Inc.

Suite 700, 838 West Hastings Street

Vancouver, B.C., V6C 0A6

 

Corporate offices: 1-778-819-1585

e-mail: info@trillionenergy.com

Website: www.trillionenergy.com

 

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

 

This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, including statements regarding the planned 40-kilometre 2D seismic acquisition program and its timing, scope, cost and expected results; the seismic tender; the interpretation of results and identification of new drilling locations; the planned drilling program; and the contingent and prospective resources. This information reflects the Company’s current expectations and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including exploration, drilling and operational risk; the risk that technical results differ from current interpretations; the uncertainty inherent in resource estimates; delays in the seismic program; and Türkiye regulatory, JOC partner, financing and currency risks. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which is made as of the date hereof; the Company disclaims any obligation to update it except as required by applicable securities law.

 

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its regulation services provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

 

 

 

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