
This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 as it forms part of
("Union Jack" or the "Company")
Unaudited Results for the Six Months Ended
FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
· Oil and gas revenues
· Gross profit
· Reported net loss
· Net assets
· Mineral Royalties portfolio delivers 18% return on investment
· Zero debt
· Moccasin well was successfully drilled and brought onto production in
Post Balance Sheet Events:
· Institutional share placing raised gross proceeds of
· Keddington Oilfield, onshore
· Significant upgrades underway at flagship Wressle production site onshore
· Three well 2025 H2 drilling programme commenced in
"Union Jack's asset strategy and geographical diversification delivers durability across its key projects, encompassing both the
"In the six month period under review, although the Company recorded a gross profit of
"Progress has been seen throughout the period under review, both in the
"Net barrels of oil equivalent production per day ("boepd") across the production portfolio in the six months under review averaged 149 boepd (2024: 198 boepd) and is currently producing at circa 164 boepd.
"Cash flows from our exceptional flagship development, Wressle (Union Jack 40%) and the Keddington Oilfield (Union Jack 55%), where production has recently been reinstated following site upgrades, continue to bolster the Company's Balance Sheet and are contributing significantly to its financial well-being.
"At Wressle, the development programme is progressing, with preparation for new wells and gas monetisation which will enhance production and eliminate routine flaring. In parallel, the site's surface facilities are being upgraded to optimise current and future production efficiencies.
"West Newton, another key project within Union Jack's portfolio, retains the potential to surprise positively. Reabold Resources plc, the indirect majority holder of PED183, is working closely with the Company to extract the material value that we feel is present within the licence area.
"To date, our discovery success rate in the
"During
"The Company has a clear focus and the funding in place to complete its
"Meanwhile, in the
"I take this opportunity to thank our shareholders both old and new for their continued support, as well as my co-directors and advisers, both in the
"The future of Union Jack remains bright."
For further information please contact the following:
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In accordance with the AIM Rules - Note for Mining and Oil and Gas Companies, the information contained within this announcement has been reviewed and signed off by
This announcement contains certain forward-looking statements that are subject to the usual risk factors and uncertainties associated with the oil and gas exploration and production business. While the directors believe the expectation reflected within this announcement to be reasonable in light of the information available up to the time of approval of this announcement, the actual outcome may be materially different owing to factors either beyond the Company's control or otherwise within the Company's control, for example, owing to a change of plan or strategy. Accordingly, no reliance may be placed on the forward-looking statements.
Evaluation of hydrocarbon volumes has been assessed in accordance with 2018 Petroleum Resources Management System (PRMS) prepared by the
CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT
I am pleased to present this Half Yearly Report for the six months ended
FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
· Oil and gas revenues
· Gross profit
· Reported net loss
· Net assets
· Mineral Royalties portfolio delivers 18% return on investment
· Zero debt
· Moccasin well was successfully drilled and brought onto production in
Post Balance Sheet Events:
· Institutional share placing raised gross proceeds of
· Keddington Oilfield, onshore
· Significant upgrades underway at flagship Wressle production site onshore
· Three well 2025 H2 drilling programme commenced in
The Half Yearly results are operationally positive with the Company remaining in a strong position, free of debt, retaining a robust balance sheet and holding a balanced portfolio of production assets on both sides of the
Union Jack's asset strategy and geographical diversification delivers durability across its key projects, encompassing both the
In the six month period under review, although the Company recorded a gross profit of
Progress has been seen throughout the period under review, both in the
Net barrels of oil equivalent production per day ("boepd") across the production portfolio in the six months under review averaged 149 boepd (2024: 198 boepd) and is currently producing at circa 164 boepd.
Cash flows from our exceptional flagship development, Wressle (Union Jack 40%) and the Keddington Oilfield (Union Jack 55%), where production has recently been reinstated following site upgrades, continue to bolster the Company's Balance Sheet and are contributing significantly to its financial well-being.
At Wressle, the development programme is progressing, with preparation for new wells and gas monetisation which will enhance production and eliminate routine flaring. In parallel, the site's surface facilities are being upgraded to optimise current and future production efficiencies.
West Newton, another key project within Union Jack's portfolio, retains the potential to surprise positively. Reabold Resources plc, the indirect majority holder of PED183, is working closely with the Company to extract the material value that we feel is present within the licence area.
To date, our discovery success rate in the
During
The Company has a clear focus and the funding in place to complete its
Meanwhile, in the
Additional information on the Company's projects within the
Further information can be found on the Company's website www.unionjackoil.com, presenting detailed technical information on Union Jack's projects and designed to inform shareholders and attract new investors to the Company.
In addition, Union Jack hosts a growing and active X account @unionjackoilplc.
I take this opportunity to thank our shareholders both old and new for their continued support, as well as my co-directors and advisers, both in the
The future of Union Jack remains bright.
Executive Chairman
OPERATIONAL REVIEW
WRESSLE DEVELOPMENT - PEDL180 AND PEDL182 (40%)
Wressle is located in
The Wressle-1 ("Wressle") discovery was defined on proprietary 3D seismic data. The structure is on trend with the Crosby Warren oilfield and the Broughton North Prospect; both located to the immediate northwest and the Brigg-1 discovery to the southeast. These wells contain hydrocarbons in several different sandstone reservoirs within the Upper Carboniferous succession. The majority of the Broughton North Prospect is covered by the same 3D seismic survey to that of the Wressle field.
Since the proppant squeeze and coiled tubing operations conducted during
During the period, Wressle produced on constrained flow an average of 298 barrels of oil per day ("bopd"), Union Jack net 120 bopd.
• Average oil price of
• Average water cut of 37% (2024: 32%)
• Site downtime of 3 days for the period
Produced water is easily managed and disposed of at a nearby facility.
In early
The highlights of this CPR were as follows:
• 263% increase in 2P Reserves
• Reclassification of 1,883 mboe in Penistone Flags Contingent Resources to 2P Reserves
• 59% upgrade to the Ashover Grit and Wingfield Flags Estimated Ultimate Recoverable
• 23% upgrade to Broughton North Prospective 2U Resources
CPR Wressle Gross Oil and Gas Reserves (mboe)
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1P |
2P |
3P |
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2016 CPR |
303 |
655 |
1,356 |
Added |
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Produced to |
(519) |
(519) |
(519) |
Revisions |
258 |
354 |
403 |
Reclassified |
864 |
1,883 |
3,647 |
2023 CPR |
906 |
2,373 |
4,887 |
Reserves Change |
199% |
263% |
261% |
Note: One barrel of oil equivalent ("boe") is equal to 5,714 standard cubic foot ("scf") of natural gas.
CPR Broughton North Gross Oil and Gas Prospective Resources (mboe)
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Gross Unrisked Prospective Resources |
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1U |
2U |
3U |
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2016 CPR |
180 |
494 |
1,156 |
Added |
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Produced to |
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Revisions |
33 |
114 |
376 |
Reclassified |
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2023 CPR |
213 |
608 |
1,532 |
Planning consent was received for the development plan during
The Operator,
The Board believes that the Company's interest in Wressle will continue to deliver significant revenues for at least the next decade and look forward to the future with enthusiasm, with the expectation of crystallising the additional value of this primary asset as soon as the required regulatory approvals are received.
WEST NEWTON DEVELOPMENT - PEDL183 (16.665%)
PEDL183 is located onshore
Union Jack holds a 16.665% working interest in PEDL183, that incorporates the West Newton gas discoveries and is operated on behalf of the
The West Newton drilling programmes have yielded substantial hydrocarbon discoveries within the Kirkham Abbey formation.
The table below notes the West Newton gross unrisked technically recoverable sales volumes as compiled by independent engineers
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Gas (bcf) |
Liquids (mbbl) |
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1C |
99.7 |
299.4 |
2C |
197.6 |
593.0 |
3C |
393.0 |
1,178.9 |
Laboratory reports confirm that the hydrocarbon-bearing Kirkham Abbey reservoir is extremely sensitive to aqueous fluids and that previous drilling of the West Newton wells with water-based mud had created near well-bore damage, affecting the natural porosity and permeability of the formation, which in turn had a detrimental effect on its ability to flow. Further analyses have concluded that the use of dilute water-based acids during well testing would have also affected the flow characteristics of the Kirkham Abbey reservoir.
A Gas Export feasibility study was undertaken and completed during Q2 2024 by independent energy consultants
CNG concluded that an initial single well development and gas export plan is economically and technically feasible, allowing for advanced production and cash flow with relatively modest capital expenditure.
First gas production is planned to be from a single horizontal well, processed through a modular plant, tied in from the West Newton A site to the National Transmission system via an overground pipeline.
The revised minimum work programme is subject to regulatory and other approvals.
Expectations are that the
Commercial gas production could be brought to market within months of a successful well test whilst additional activity is carried out on the further development of West Newton.
Rathlin has been informed by the
Union Jack believes investors will only wish to provide finance to companies and projects that support a transition to a low-carbon economy. As part of the Company's ongoing strategy in respect of the environment, Union Jack commits to be totally transparent in respect of its projects and on how its carbon management practice is implemented.
The
A future West Newton development will benefit from being in an area that provides access to substantial local infrastructure and could deliver significant volumes of onshore low-carbon sales gas into the
Rathlin, along with its
During
• Rathlin has conducted a feasibility study and evaluated the potential for an early development and monetisation strategy, using gas to be produced from the existing discovery wells to generate on-site electricity to power cryptocurrency mining activities
• Rathlin, on behalf of the
• The
On behalf of the
The LOI envisages the IFC initially being deployed at the West Newton A site, converting natural gas from the
The
360 Energy provides next-generation solutions for natural gas offtake and monetisation in the hydrocarbon industry. The proprietary IFC platform captures stranded, flared or uneconomic gas and converts it to electricity for powering modular data centres on-site. 360 Energy is at the forefront of integrating advanced computing with traditional energy production to help project partnerships to earn more and flare less.
Onshore developers have been forced to "think outside the box" in order to make progress and deliver growth.
In the opinion of the Board, the upside potential at West Newton remains very much intact.
KEDDINGTON OILFIELD - PEDL005(R) (55%)
The Keddington Oilfield is located along the highly prospective
During 2024 and the early part of 2025, a major upgrade of the site's production infrastructure was undertaken.
Production recommenced during
The newly installed equipment and facilities are working well and continue to be fine-tuned to optimise production.
A technical review by the Operator has confirmed that there remains an undrained oil resource located on the eastern side of the Keddington field. Planning consent for further drilling is already in place, presenting an opportunity to increase production via a development side-track from one of the existing wells.
To facilitate confirmation of the target definition and well design planning, re-processing of legacy 3D seismic data has been completed.
The Operator's modelling indicates that infill drilling is forecast to improve recovery from the Keddington field by between 113,000 to 183,000 barrels of oil, depending on the reservoir permeability model selected and the combination of infill targets.
The sub-surface target of a step-out well has been identified and it is planned to drill the well, where planning consent is already granted, when macro-economic conditions are favourable.
BISCATHORPE - PEDL253 (45%)
PEDL253 is situated within the proven hydrocarbon fairway of the
While drilling the Biscathorpe-2 well, there were hydrocarbon shows, elevated gas readings and sample fluorescence observed over the entire interval from the top of the Dinantian to the total depth of the well, with 68 metres being interpreted as being oil-bearing.
Independent consultants APT also conducted analyses, confirming a hydrocarbon column of 33-34 API gravity oil, comparable with the oil produced at the nearby Keddington Oilfield.
Further evaluation of the results of the Biscathorpe-2 well, together with the reprocessing of 264 square kilometres of 3D seismic, indicate a potentially material and commercial hydrocarbon resource that remains to be appraised.
A side-track well is planned, targeting the Dinantian Carbonate where the Operator has assessed, in accordance with the PRMS Standard, a gross Mean Prospective Resource of 2.55 million barrels of oil ("mmbbl"). The overlying Basal Westphalian Sandstone has the potential to add gross Mean Prospective Resources of 3.95 mmbbl. Economic modelling demonstrates that the Westphalian target remains economically robust in the current oil price environment.
During
Due to the ramifications of the Finch case the successful planning appeal decision was overturned following a judicial review and the Planning Inspectorate is arranging a new appeal process.
Union Jack's technical team believe that Biscathorpe remains one of the largest unappraised conventional onshore discoveries within the
NORTH KELSEY - PEDL241 (50%)
North Kelsey is a conventional oil exploration prospect on trend with, and analogous to Wressle. The prospect has been mapped from 3D seismic data and has the potential for oil in four stacked Upper Carboniferous reservoir targets.
The Operator,
Should the
FISKERTON AIRFIELD - EXL294 (20%)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STRATEGIC GROWTH AND EXPANSION PLAN
For numerous reasons, including the punitive Energy Profits Levy of 38% imposed on profits generated within the
• Material ownership stakes in numerous drilling, development and production projects
• Formed a drilling partnership with Reach
• Built a quality, cash generating, Mineral Royalty portfolio in the
• Material cash flows from operations
• Formed relationships with an excellent team of advisers
Union Jack's drilling partners Reach, established in 2018, are a quality, accredited private company operating numerous oil and gas producing facilities in
Reach was formed by
H2 2025 OKLAHOMA DRILLING PROGRAMME
A three well drilling programme is underway in
Sark has been drilled, target depth reached and a zone of interest, the
The Crossroads well, planned to be spudded in Q4 2025 will penetrate a large 100 acre structure in the prolific Oil Creek Sand.
The chance of success is 40% with an estimated recoverable resource over multiple target zones of circa 1,670,000 barrels of oil gross, according to the Operator.
Success case NPV10 is approximately
The Wolverine-1 well will be drilled into the western crest of a producing field with an estimated chance of success of 80%, with an estimated gross recoverable resource over multiple target zones of circa 1,310,000 barrels of oil.
Wolverine-1 is planned to be spudded during Q4 2025, will test multiple potential reservoirs within enclosure to the Arbuckle, and reservoir quality is deemed exceptional by the Operator.
WEST BOWLEGS PROSPECT ANDREWS 1-17 AND ANDREWS 2-17 DISCOVERY WELLS OKLAHOMA - THE ANDREWS FIELD (45%)
During
The Hunton, the primary objective for the
The
Since the commencement of production, the Andrews Field has produced and sold over 72,000,000 cubic feet of clean natural gas and 10,000 barrels of high-quality oil with an average API gravity of 45.5 degrees.
In-house assessment of gas reserves by the Operator, Reach, is that over 1.2 billion cubic feet of recoverable gas remain in place with an estimated field life of approximately 20 years.
OPEX costs associated with the Andrews Field are remarkably low, currently approximately
The drilling of West Bowlegs, the Company's first operating venture in the
MOCCASIN 1-13 DISCOVERY - (45%)
During February 2025, the Moccasin 1-13 well ("Moccasin"), located in
Moccasin was an untested structural prospect with several targets, both primary and secondary. The structure is a compressive feature, associated with the Wilzetta Fault. This strike slip-fault was active through the Ordovician to early Carboniferous periods and is responsible for several large oil accumulations. The Woodford Shale, the main source for light oil across the region, is present within the Moccasin structure and interbedded between the primary reservoir targets.
Several potential oil-bearing intervals were highlighted on electric logs as hydrocarbon bearing following appraisal.
The primary objective, the 1st Wilcox formation, was perforated, tested and confirmed as a significant oil producer.
Moccasin is currently being evaluated and is on test production, producing at a highly constrained rate of circa 60+ barrels of oil per day gross, prior to determining the optimal rate for maximum ultimate oil recovery.
Permanent production facilities have been installed, comprising oil storage tanks, separator and flowlines and light crude oil with an API of 32 degrees is being sold. To date, over 11,000 barrels of oil have been produced.
Two other secondary zones, the Red Fork and the Bartlesville Sandstones will be perforated and tested in due course.
Based on current flow rates, Moccasin is expected to provide material revenues to the Company going forward.
The success of Moccasin has opened a raft of new and compelling opportunities in
WILZETTA FAULT PLAY - (75%)
The Company signed a farm-in agreement with Reach to acquire a 75% interest in a high-impact well, Diana-1, planned to be drilled at a future date to test the Footwall Fold Prospect in the Wilzetta Fault play, a proven oil producing location and in an area of associated interest.
The prolific Wilzetta Fault plays are the sites of numerous oilfields across
• North-East Shawnee field, three miles south of the Prospect, which has produced more than 5,800,000 barrels of oil to date
• West Bellmont field, adjacent to the Prospect, which has produced more than 580,000 barrels of oil to date
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Typical wells drilled in the Wilzetta Fault can produce approximately 250 barrels of oil per day providing pay-back within three months.
The Diana-1 well will be drilled to a depth of 6,000 feet where the prospect integrity is supported by recently re-processed 3D seismic data.
ROGERS SECONDARY RECOVERY PROJECT - (45%)
The Rogers enhanced oil recovery project is located approximately two kilometres from the Andrews Field and is planned to materially increase delivery from the S&M and Rogers, two legacy production wells.
Base-case secondary recovery volumes calculated by the Operator, Reach, suggest that up to a further 124,000 barrels of oil can be recovered. Union Jack believes the project economics are attractive, indicating future gross revenues at prevailing oil and gas prices of approximately US$5.0 million with a remarkable IRR approaching 60%.
Water produced from the
TAYLOR 1-16 WELL - (45%)
The
The
The Hunton, following perforation was confirmed to be oil bearing and lifting measures for production are being considered.
Going forward, work will be carried out on the
MINERAL ROYALTIES
In late 2023 and early 2024, Union Jack acquired six quality Mineral Royalty packages, all brokered by the Company's
During the period the Mineral Royalties portfolio delivered attractive returns in excess of 18% by contributing revenues of £69,438.
The general attractions of
• Exposure to active and productive basins and some of the largest operators in the
• Monthly income with no development or operating costs
• Ownership in perpetuity, with no forward liabilities or obligations
• Royalties estimated to have a long economic life, in some cases more than 26 years and an IRR in excess of 25% during 2024
The Mineral Royalties assembled to date are summarised below:
• Cronus Unit, containing a 25 well package in the Permian Basin,
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• Occidental operated Palm Springs Unit, containing 10 horizontal wells in the Permian Basin,
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• Permian Basin, an eight well producing unit, located in
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The Mineral Royalties also provide additional upside as new wells are completed and drilled on the properties at no cost to Union Jack.
The operators associated with the Mineral Royalties are all major producers, ranking highly in the S&P Global (formerly Standard & Poor's), Fitch, and Moody credit ratings.
The Company's intent is to expand its Mineral Royalty portfolio as and when appropriate acquisition opportunities arise.
USA CORPORATE GROWTH AND ADVISERS
Union Jack's corporate growth in the
The appointment of key advisers in the Company's area of hydrocarbon operations is essential. As Union Jack expands its presence in the
To date, Union Jack has appointed a number of advisers, all of whom bring specialised knowledge and insights that align with its long-term vision of innovation, sustainable growth and adaptability.
By integrating its advisers' expertise into the decision making framework, the Board is of the belief that these appointments underscore its proactive approach to navigating the Company's corporate presence in the
UNAUDITED INCOME STATEMENT
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
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Six Months |
Six Months |
Year |
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3,929,722 |
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Cost of sales - operating costs |
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(645,796) |
(723,910) |
(1,443,518) |
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Cost of sales - depreciation |
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(161,262) |
(213,989) |
(398,654) |
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Cost of sales - Net Profit Interest payment |
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(25,283) |
(62,035) |
(119,449) |
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Impairment |
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- |
(2,100) |
(10,148) |
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Operating (loss) / profit |
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(603,620) |
481,794 |
79,864 |
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Finance income |
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12,497 |
81,582 |
129,617 |
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Royalty income |
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69,438 |
120,268 |
196,737 |
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(Loss) / profit before taxation |
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(521,685) |
683,644 |
406,218 |
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Taxation |
3 |
32,011 |
105,352 |
242,995 |
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(Loss) / profit for the period / year |
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(489,674) |
788,996 |
649,213 |
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Attributable to: |
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(Loss) / earnings per share Basic (pence) |
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- |
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Diluted (pence) |
2 |
(0.45) |
0.74 |
0.60 |
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UNAUDITED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
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Six Months |
Year |
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(Loss) / profit for the period / year |
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(489,674) |
788,996 |
649,213 |
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Other comprehensive income |
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Loss on investment revaluation |
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(404,114) |
(408,792) |
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Total comprehensive (loss) / profit for the period / year |
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UNAUDITED BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 30 JUNE 2025
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As at |
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Assets Exploration and evaluation assets |
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Property, plant and equipment |
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7,951,509 |
6,015,108 |
7,691,397 |
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Investments |
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121,320 |
125,998 |
121,320 |
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Deferred tax asset |
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347,330 |
212,190 |
221,110 |
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21,709,928 |
19,196,030 |
20,451,145 |
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Current assets |
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Inventories |
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23,105 |
12,035 |
11,149 |
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Trade and other receivables |
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396,318 |
2,068,177 |
855,980 |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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1,414,149 |
3,148,939 |
2,527,831 |
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1,833,572 |
5,229,151 |
3,394,960 |
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Total assets |
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23,543,500 |
24,425,181 |
23,846,105 |
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Liabilities |
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Trade and other payables |
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315,279 |
489,212 |
222,894 |
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Non-current Liabilities Provisions |
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Deferred tax liability |
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157,929 |
- |
63,720 |
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1,847,144 |
1,890,337 |
1,752,460 |
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Total liabilities |
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2,162,423 |
2,143,554 |
1,975,354 |
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Net assets |
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21,381,077 |
22,281,627 |
21,870,751 |
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Capital and reserves attributable to the Company's equity shareholders |
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Share capital |
4 |
7,514,576 |
7,514,576 |
7,514,576 |
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Share-based payments reserve |
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712,634 |
712,634 |
712,634 |
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(1,736,700) |
(1,736,700) |
(1,736,700) |
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Accumulated profit |
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14,890,567 |
15,791,117 |
15,406,236 |
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UNAUDITED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
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Six months |
Year |
Cash flow from operating activities |
(32,537) |
418,574 |
344,371 |
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Cash flow from investing activities |
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(2,220,938) |
(1,596,514) |
Purchase of property, plant and equipment |
(252,141) |
(328,582) |
(2,469,451) |
Fixed term deposit |
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- |
1,000,000 |
Royalties received |
85,192 |
- |
187,921 |
Interest received |
12,497 |
81,582 |
129,617 |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(1,081,145) |
(2,467,938) |
(2,748,427) |
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Cash flow from financing activities |
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Dividends paid |
- |
- |
(266,416) |
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Net cash used in financing activities |
- |
- |
(266,416) |
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Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents |
(1,113,682) |
(2,049,364) |
(2,670,472) |
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Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of financial year |
2,527,831 |
5,198,303 |
5,198,303 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of financial year |
1,414,149 |
3,148,939 |
2,527,831 |
NOTES TO THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL INFORMATION
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
1 Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
These financial statements are for the six month period ended 30 June 2025.
The information for the year ended 31 December 2024 does not constitute statutory financial statements as defined in section 434 of the Companies Act 2006.
A copy of the statutory financial statements for that period has been delivered to the Registrar of Companies. The Auditor's Report was not qualified, did not include a reference to any matters to which the Auditor drew attention by way of emphasis without qualifying the report and did not contain statements under section 498(2) or (3) of the Companies Act 2006.
The interim financial statements for the six months ended 30 June 2025 are unaudited.
The interim financial information in this report has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") applied in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act 2006.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies have been consistently applied to all periods presented.
Significant Accounting Policies
The accounting policies and methods of computation followed in the interim financial statements are consistent with those as published in the Company's Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.
The Annual Report and Financial Statements are available from the Company Secretary at the Company's registered office, 6 Charlotte Street, Bath BA1 2NE or on the Company's website www.unionjackoil.com
Going Concern
The directors have, at the time of approving the half yearly financial statements, a reasonable expectation that the Company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future and continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting.
2 (Loss) / Profit per Share Attributable to the Equity Shareholders of the Company
Basic (loss) / profit per share is calculated by dividing the earnings attributable to ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the period.
Basic (loss) / profit per share |
Six months |
Six months |
Year |
|
|||
|
|||
(Loss) / profit per share from continuing operations - Basic |
(0.46) |
0.74 |
0.61 |
- Diluted |
(0.45) |
0.74 |
0.60 |
The (loss) / profit and weighted average number of ordinary shares used in the calculation of basic (loss) / earnings per share are as follows:
Basic (loss) / profit per share |
Six months |
Six months |
Year |
(Loss) / profit used in the calculation of total basic and diluted earnings per share |
|
788,996 |
649,213 |
|
|
|
|
Number of Shares |
Six months |
Six months |
Year |
Weighted average number of ordinary |
|
|
|
shares for the purposes of basic and |
|
|
|
diluted earnings per share |
|
|
|
- Basic |
106,565,896 |
106,565,896 |
106,565,896 |
- Diluted |
107,915,896 |
106,565,896 |
107,915,896 |
Treasury Shares
As at 30 June 2025, the Company held 6,300,000 of its ordinary shares in treasury. These shares are not included in the earnings per share calculation. There are no current plans to cancel these shares.
3 Taxation
Consistent with the year-end treatment, current and deferred tax assets and liabilities have been calculated at tax rates which were expected to apply to their respective period of realisation at the period end. The Energy Profits Levy for the year 2025 has been increased to 38% and the CAPEX relief decreased to 100%. OPEX relief remains at 100%.
4 Share Capital
At 30 June 2025, there were 112,865,896 ordinary shares of a nominal value of 5 pence in issue.
At 30 June 2025, there were 831,680,400 deferred shares of 0.225 pence nominal value in issue.
5 Events after the Balance Sheet Date
Institutional share placing raised gross proceeds of £2,000,000.
Keddington Oilfield, onshore
Significant upgrades underway at flagship Wressle production site onshore
Three well 2025 H2 drilling programme commenced in
6 Related party transactions
Charnia Resources (
7 Copies of the Half Yearly Report
A copy of the Half Yearly Report is now available on the Company's website www.unionjackoil.com
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