MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) has commenced the commercial validation phase at its 28-square-kilometer Lawson Complex in Saskatchewan, host to Canada’s first subsurface natural hydrogen discovery. The company spudded its Lawson 2-24 well, targeting a large structural closure identified through a recent 3D seismic survey. Drilling is expected to reach the primary target zone in approximately two weeks, with the program designed to evaluate key commercial metrics including flow, pressure behavior, continuity, concentrations, deliverability and scalability.
The company also reported encouraging helium potential at Lawson after sealed core tube gas samples from the discovery well returned helium values of up to 8.7%. Additional analysis is expected later this month. Separately, MAX Power engaged Hampton Securities Ltd. for a 90-day, non-exclusive capital markets advisory engagement under a one-time cash fee of $400,000.
This development is significant as it moves beyond exploration into commercial assessment of a potential new energy source. Natural hydrogen, if proven scalable, could offer a low-carbon alternative for hydrogen production. The Lawson discovery represents Canada’s first-ever subsurface natural hydrogen system confirmed through deep drilling, with data validated by three independent labs. MAX Power holds approximately 1.3 million acres of permits across Saskatchewan, covering prime exploration ground prospective for large-volume accumulations of natural hydrogen.
In addition to its hydrogen focus, MAX Power holds a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals, highlighted by a 2024 diamond drilling discovery at the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona, 100%-owned by its U.S. subsidiary. The company is committed to responsible exploration and development practices that prioritize environmental stewardship, meaningful community engagement, and strong corporate governance.
The commercial validation drilling at Lawson will provide critical data on the reservoir’s potential for sustained production. If successful, it could pave the way for a new industry in Saskatchewan and beyond. Investors and industry watchers will be closely monitoring the results, which are expected in the coming weeks.
For more information, see the full press release at https://nnw.fm/2S1Nu and the company’s newsroom at https://nnw.fm/MAXXF.
