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Highlights

  • White Energy reported FY26 profit before tax of A$27.3 million after a prior-year loss.
  • The result included a non-operating gain from Shareholder Loan waivers.
  • The company disclosed a material uncertainty relating to going concern.
  • White Energy completed acquisitions of coal projects in the United States and Queensland.
  • The company also completed a A$15 million Placement and announced board changes.

White Energy Company Limited (ASX:WEC) operates in the coal and energy resources sector. The company’s FY26 statutory accounts provide an update on financial performance, Balance Sheet position, funding activities, acquisitions and governance changes following a period of Business transition.

FY26 Financial Performance

White Energy reported profit before tax of A$27.3 million for the year ended 30 June 2026, compared with a loss before tax of A$26.9 million in the previous year. The company stated that the result was influenced by a non-operating gain associated with shareholder loan waivers.

The company recorded a A$32.1 million gain from the Waiver of shareholder loans relating to River Energy JV UK Limited while that entity was in liquidation. Excluding this item, White Energy reported normalised EBITDA losses of A$3.6 million for FY26.

Balance Sheet and Liquidity Position

White Energy reported changes to its balance sheet during FY26. Total liabilities decreased to A$26.0 million, while total Assets increased to A$14.9 million. The company reported net liabilities of A$11.0 million at year end.

Cash excluding restricted cash was reported at A$0.4 million as at 30 June 2026. The company also held restricted cash of A$0.7 million associated with site reclamation security requirements.

Going Concern Considerations

The company disclosed a material uncertainty relating to Going Concern in its financial statements. The directors stated that they expect funding initiatives and asset realisation activities to support the group’s ability to meet obligations as they fall due.

The funding actions identified by the company include asset sales, Equity raisings, debt financing, shareholder loans and completion of acquisitions. These represent planned funding pathways and are not all confirmed sources of funding.

Acquisitions and Capital Raising

Following the reporting period, White Energy completed the Acquisition of Essential Global Resources LLC, which holds the Lolley No. 1 underground metallurgical coal project in Alabama, United States.

The company also acquired Oceltip Coal 2 Pty Ltd, which holds the Tin Hut Creek thermal coal project in Queensland. The acquisition was completed for A$4.5 million in cash, subject to adjustments.

White Energy completed a A$15 million placement through the issue of 250 million shares at A$0.06 per share to support its activities.

Board Changes

White Energy announced changes to its board structure, with Nathan Tinkler appointed Executive Chairman and Managing Director. Brian Flannery stepped down as chairman and continued as a non-executive director.

The company also appointed Jamie Frankcombe as a non-executive director and noted the retirement of Vince O’Rourke from the board.

Key Insights

White Energy’s FY26 update highlights a period of financial restructuring, acquisitions and strategic changes. While the reported profit was influenced by a non-operating gain, the company continues to focus on funding initiatives, asset development and balance sheet management.