HIGHLIGHTS
锟� 2025 fourth quarter (4Q25) production on a Net Revenue Interest (NRI) basis was 2.37 MMboe,
compared to 2.59 MMboe in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25), reflecting continued downtime on two
Ba锟絥a wells, as previously reported, and natural reservoir decline. Total production for CY25 was
10.3 MMboe, towards the upper end of the guidance range of 9.8 锟� 10.4 MMboe and only marginally
below CY24锟絪 record production of 10.4 MMboe.
锟� Ba锟絥a FPSO efficiency increased to 98.8% (from 92.7% in 3Q25), driven by FPSO maintenance
improvements and increased equipment redundancy. Full year FPSO efficiency was 95.1%, a
material improvement on efficiency of 84.5% in CY24.
锟� 4Q25 sales volumes of 2.65 MMboe were 5% higher than 3Q25 and 12% above 4Q25 production due
to timing of shipments. Higher sales were offset by lower realized oil prices, with 4Q25 sales revenue
of US$156.1 million, compared to US$164.1 million in 3Q25.
锟� Karoon achieved a good safety performance during the quarter, with no recordable personal safety
injuries or process safety Tier 1 or 2 incidents. The Company marked one year of no Lost Time Injuries.
锟� The Who Dat E6 sidetrack was brought online in mid-November 2025. Flow rates achieved from the
well were in line with pre-drill expectations.
锟� Effective from 3 November 2025, Ms Carri Lockhart was appointed as Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer, succeeding Dr Julian Fowles.
锟� The current tranche of the on-market share buyback announced on 25 September continued during
the quarter. Since the buyback commenced in the second half of 2024, Karoon has acquired and
cancelled 82.5 million shares, or approximately 10% of shares on issue. The buyback is being
regularly reassessed as part of Karoon锟絪 capital management process.
锟� The 2025 full year results are scheduled to be released on Thursday 26 February 2026. With CY25
production in line with forecasts, other 2025 guidance metrics have been narrowed and updated.
锟� Preliminary 2026 production guidance is 8.1 锟� 9.2 MMboe (NRI basis), with production expected to
increase in the second half of the year following the Ba锟絥a investment program. Unit production
cost guidance (NWI basis) is US$12 锟� 15/boe, reflecting lower costs spread over a lower production
base. Operating costs are forecast to decline once the transition of Ba锟絥a FPSO operatorship is
completed. Capex guidance is US$110 - 135 million (see page 9 for full guidance details).
Commenting on the results, Karoon锟絪 CEO and MD, Ms Carri Lockhart, said:
锟紻uring the fourth quarter of 2025, the Ba锟絥a FPSO achieved its best quarterly efficiency rate (98.8%) since the
asset was acquired in 2020. As a result, Ba锟絥a production for the full year was at the upper end of our guidance
range. This is testament to the progress made by the Ba锟絥a team over the past year in improving maintenance
and critical equipment reliability on the FPSO. Meanwhile, at Who Dat, 4Q25 production improved 10%, with full
year output within our CY25 guidance range. Pleasingly, the E6ST well was delivered below budget during the quarter and is helping mitigate natural decline.
I look forward to updating the market on our financial results for CY25 at the results briefing at 11am on 26
February 2026.
In 2026, our highest priorities are to complete, safely and efficiently, the Ba锟絥a FPSO operatorship transition, a
flotel-supported FPSO maintenance and revitalization campaign, and activities to reinstate full production
from the SPS-92 and PRA-2 Ba锟絥a wells, while continuing to pursue value accretive infill drilling at Who Dat. We
do not underestimate the challenges associated with undertaking all these activities in parallel and are
undertaking detailed planning work to reduce execution risk. Delivery on this work is critical, as the cash flow
generated underpins our growth opportunities such as Neon, Who Dat East, Who Dat South and Santos Basin
exploration (subject to attractive economics in a lower oil price environment) and capital returns to
shareholders.
2026 is expected to be a year of two contrasting halves in Brazil, due to the intensive first half Ba锟絥a investment
program. We are aiming to address many of the remaining Ba锟絥a FPSO vulnerabilities during the flotel supported expanded maintenance and revitalization campaign and the annual scheduled full shutdown,
commencing in 1Q26. Improved FPSO efficiency, together with the Ba锟絥a well activities that are targeting to
restore 4,000 锟� 5,000 bopd to Ba锟絥a production rates, should result in a materially better performance from
Ba锟絥a from mid-2026 onwards, subject to ongoing natural decline. In addition, operating costs are anticipated
to fall in the second half of 2026, following the transition of operatorship of the Ba锟絥a FPSO to Karoon.
In the US, subject to JV approvals, another Who Dat sidetrack, A1ST, is expected to commence in the second
quarter of 2026 which, assuming success, would also benefit second half production. UK-based Harbour Energy
has recently announced agreed terms for the proposed acquisition of the Who Dat operator, LLOG. We look
forward to working closely with Harbour, the LLOG team and JV partner Westlawn Americas Offshore, to
continue maximising the value of Who Dat and the surrounding area.
Karoon has a simple operating model with two world class producing assets, a competitive cost structure and a
strong and flexible balance sheet. This is a good position to be in during a period of lower oil prices. Our focus
will remain on ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operations, while continuing to assess our organic growth
opportunities, maintaining strict cost control, and implementing capital returns in line with Karoon锟絪 capital
allocation framework.锟�
BA锟絅A PROJECT, SANTOS BASIN, BRAZIL
Equity interest: 100%. Operator: Karoon
Ba锟絥a Project (BM-S-40) production in 4Q25 was 1.72 MMbbl, produced at an average rate of 18,752 bopd.
Production during the period reflected reduced rates from the SPS-92 well, and PRA-2 being offline for most
of the period, as well as natural reservoir decline. Despite this, 2025 full year production of 7.67 MMbbl was
3% higher than CY24 (7.45 MMbbl), reflecting materially higher FPSO uptime. 4Q25 FPSO efficiency (actual
production divided by forecast reservoir production, excluding scheduled shutdowns) was 98.8%, compared
to 92.7% in 3Q25, the highest quarterly rate since Karoon acquired the Ba锟絥a field in November 2020, while
efficiency for the year was 95.1% compared to 84.5% in CY24.
Four cargoes were lifted during the period, totalling 1.99 MMbbl, with the cargoes delivered to refineries in
North America and Europe. 4Q25 sales volumes included a cargo that commenced loading in late 3Q25.The
average realized price for the cargoes, was US$61.53/bbl, 10% lower than the average realized price in the
prior quarter, reflecting lower global oil prices.
Karoon is currently finalizing a contract for a semi-submersible drilling rig to undertake an intervention on
the SPS-92 well to replace the downhole Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) system which partially failed in
2025. Operations are expected to commence in late 1Q26, subject to receipt of regulatory approvals and
operational readiness. The intervention will comprise removing the existing ESP system and installing a new
ESP, which is in inventory. The well is anticipated to be back online by mid-2026
Plans to recover and repair the PRA-2 subsea control umbilical, that disconnected at the FPSO in September
2025, and reinstate production from the well are also making progress. Subject to the condition of the
umbilical once it is inspected and tested, PRA-2 is also anticipated to be back online by mid-2026.
Detailed planning took place during the quarter for both the 2026 annual scheduled maintenance shut down
and the flotel-supported extended maintenance and revitalisation campaign, which are expected to
commence in 1Q26.
WHO DAT ASSETS, OFFSHORE GULF COAST, US
Equity interests: Who Dat and Dome Patrol 锟� 30%, Abilene 锟� 16%. Operator: LLOG
Gross Who Dat production in 4Q25 was 2.68 MMboe, 12% higher than 3Q25 (of 2.4 MMboe), reflecting
improved facility uptime of 100%, well uptime of 83%, and the impact late in the quarter of the E6ST well
coming online, which helped partially offset natural reservoir decline. Production for the quarter was 0.65
MMboe on an NRI basis, 10% higher than the prior quarter (0.59 MMboe NRI). 2025 full year NRI production was
2.60 MMboe, which was in line with guidance, and compares to 2.90 MMboe for 2024.
The E6 well sidetrack operations, comprising drilling and completing a sidetrack from the E6 wellbore into a
reservoir that is producing in other Who Dat wells, were successfully completed during the quarter. Following
clean-up, E6ST flowed at an initial gross rate of approximately 4,000 bopd plus 2.2 MMscf/d associated gas
(approximately 1,050 boepd on an NRI basis), in line with expectations, prior to natural reservoir decline. The
program was completed under budget.
The average realised price for Who Dat liquids (including oil, condensate and NGLs) was 8% lower than the
previous quarter at US$57.06/bbl, in line with the decline in global oil prices and wider differentials for Mars benchmarked crudes. The Who Dat average realized gas price was US$4.29/mcf, up 3% on the previous
quarter, reflecting an increase in Henry Hub benchmark pricing due to early seasonal demand.
Technical studies to mature the A1 production well sidetrack opportunity took place during the quarter, with
activities expected to be completed during 2Q26, subject to Joint Venture approvals.
COMMERCIAL AND CORPORATE
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE1
Total capital expenditure (on an accruals basis) for 4Q25 was US$44.0 million, largely associated with the E6
sidetrack and signature bonuses of US$15.3 million for the new blocks in the Santos Basin. 2025 total capital
expenditure includes US$122.4 million spent on the Ba锟絥a FPSO acquisition (including transaction costs).
CASH, LIQUIDITY AND CASH FLOWS
At 31 December 2025, Karoon锟絪 net debt position was US$143.9 million, comprising US$206.1 million in cash
and cash equivalents and US$350.0 million of drawn debt.
Cash inflows during the quarter consisted of proceeds from the sale of hydrocarbons of US$164.3 million. In
addition to operating costs and royalty payments, the major cash outflows were bond interest of US$18.4
million (paid bi-annually), withholding tax of US$12.3 million (see guidance section for details on withholding
tax), signature bonuses of US$15.3 million associated with the Santos Basin and US$19.3 million primarily
relating to the E6 sidetrack. In addition, US$9.8 million was spent on share buybacks over the quarter.
ON-MARKET SHARE BUYBACK
During the quarter, Karoon commenced the second phase of the previously announced US$75 million on market share buyback program, comprising an investment of up to US$25 million1
. Over the quarter, the
Company purchased 9.4 million Karoon shares at an average price of A$1.58 per share (US$9.8 million).
The Company锟絪 capital returns policy allows for the payment of 20-40% of underlying net profit after tax,
with additional discretionary returns (such as the current on-market share buyback) made in the absence of
alternative, higher return uses of uncommitted cash subject to market conditions. Given the current
economic and market conditions, the Board is actively assessing the continuation of the on-market share
buyback program, based on an anticipated reduction in available free cash flow, which is currently being
impacted by the lower oil price.
HEDGING
Karoon锟絪 remaining 289,500 bought put options and 289,500 sold call options expired out of the money
during the quarter. The Company锟絪 RBL includes minimum commodity hedging requirements when drawn.
However, as the facility is currently undrawn, Karoon has no hedges in place but retains discretion to hedge,
if appropriate.
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
BRAZIL 锟� NEON, S-M-1037 (KAR: 100%, OPERATOR)
During the quarter, Karoon continued to progress the competitive farm down of a 30% to 50% interest in
Neon and surrounding licenses, with the aim of advancing the process in the first half of 2026.
In parallel, work took place on several other components of the Neon 锟紻efine锟� phase. This included subsurface
reservoir development studies, subsea facility layout optimisation, cost reduction studies and sourcing a
suitable FPSO, with several options being screened.
The Neon team also commenced reviewing alternative development concepts and project optimisation
opportunities, such as phased development well drilling, in light of the current lower oil price outlook.
US GULF COAST - WHO DAT EAST (KAR: 40%), WHO DAT SOUTH (KAR: 30%), OPERATOR: LLOG
Who Dat East FEED studies progressed during the period, based on the preferred development concept of an
initial one well development connected via a subsea tieback directly to the Who Dat production facility. An
application was made in 4Q25 to the US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (the US Federal
agency responsible for regulating offshore energy) to receive royalty relief for this development. A decision
on this filing is expected in 1Q26.
The Joint Venture will assess a Final Investment Decision on Who Dat East after the royalty relief decision is
known.
Studies to mature Who Dat South were also progressed, with the Joint Venture aiming to commence a seismic
reprocessing project shortly, to assist with the assessment of potential development options.
EXPLORATION AND APPRAISAL
DEEPWATER SANTOS BASIN, BRAZIL
S-M-1356, S-M-1358, S-M-1482, S-M-1484, S-M-1603, S-M-1605 (KAR: 100%, OPERATOR), ESMERALDA (KAR:
100%, PENDING EQUITY INTEREST, OPERATOR)
As disclosed in the 2025 Third Quarter Report, in October, Karoon was successful in its bid to secure a 100%
interest in the Esmeralda block through the ANP 3rd Permanent Offer Cycle for Production Sharing Contracts.
Esmeralda is located 70 kilometres east of Karoon锟絪 existing Santos Basin deepwater blocks and 130
kilometres east of the producing Ba锟絥a Project. The block complements the other deepwater blocks that
Karoon has acquired in recent Brazil licensing rounds, in which an untested and potentially material post-salt
Tertiary oil play has been identified.
Over the quarter, work continued to mature this new play, which comprises an interpreted, potential
deepwater turbidite reservoir fairway, previously unidentified in the Santos Basin.
The Company has undertaken extensive advanced geophysical reprocessing of available 3D seismic over the
western part of the play using globally recognised seismic processing specialists, Viridien, complemented by
regional 2D data. Karoon is undertaking desktop studies to delineate and derisk a suite of prospects and leads
for volumetric and economic analysis and potential future drilling.
Planning for a farm-down of one or more of the deepwater blocks commenced during the quarter, with the
aim of completing a farm-out during the first half of 2026.
UNITED STATES GULF COAST
MISSISSIPPI CANYON (MC) BLOCK 587 (APPARENT HIGH BIDDER)
In December, Karoon participated in the Big Beautiful Gulf 1 Oil & Gas Lease Sale and was successful as the apparent high bidder for Mississippi Canyon Block 587. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) will review all bids and confirm lease awards in 1Q26.
SUSTAINABILITY
Flared gas at the Ba锟絥a production facility was 26.0 MMscf for the quarter, which was 13% lower than 3Q25
and 74% lower than 4Q24. Reductions in Ba锟絥a flaring were due to a combination of maintenance undertaken
in the first quarter of 2025 and subsequent improvements in reliability, and selective well management
based on gas production.
4Q25 flared gas at the Who Dat production facility of 7.5 MMscf was 42% lower than 3Q25 and 52% lower
than 4Q24, with the decrease primarily due to preventative maintenance undertaken in the prior quarters
which increased flaring rates.
Emissions intensity for the Ba锟絥a asset increased slightly in the quarter, due to lower production at Ba锟絥a
and natural decline. This was offset by a decrease in intensity for the Who Dat asset. Across both assets, the
combined emissions intensity for CY25 was 9.9 kgCO2e/boe, excluding field logistics and support activities
(subject to third party assurance).
There were no material environmental incidents at either Ba锟絥a or Who Dat for the quarter.
Karoon continued to progress its 2025 social investment goals in Brazil, with all 21 incentivised projects and
four voluntary projects now underway. These social projects are aligned with the UN Sustainable
Development Goals and aim to improve the quality of life for both our employees and the communities
impacted by our operations.
During the quarter, Karoon Brazil锟絪 foundation voluntary social project, Ambience for Creative Connections
(ACC), progressed to its second phase, selection of projects. The project transforms underutilised spaces in
social institutions into accessible, engaging and well-equipped environments. After technical assessments
of 12 sites, tailored renovation plans are being developed, with eight projects expected to proceed based on
budget and final costs. Upgrades may include accessibility improvements, durable furniture and equipment,
refreshed visual design, and the integration of technology and learning materials. This project will continue
through to mid-2026.
2025 AND 2026 FULL YEAR GUIDANCE
UPDATED 2025 GUIDANCE
Karoon锟絪 2025 full year results will be released to the market on Thursday 26 February 2026.
As highlighted in the table on page 9, 2025 full year Ba锟絥a production was 7.7 MMbbl, while production from
Who Dat on an NRI basis was 2.6 MMboe. Total production of 10.3 MMboe was towards the upper end of
Karoon锟絪 production guidance range of 9.8 锟� 10.4 MMboe.
Finance cost guidance of US$69 锟� 71 million is higher than the previous range. This is due to Karoon锟絪
intragroup funding arrangements which attract withholding tax on associated funds movements from Brazil
and the USA, for capital allocation purposes. This additional cost is fully creditable against tax payable and
is offset in Income Tax Expense in the Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss2
.
Total capex for CY25 is expected to be US$96 - 101 million (excluding the FPSO acquisition), lower than prior
guidance, primarily reflecting the completion of the E6 sidetrack under budget.
Guidance does not include the following, which will be excluded from underlying 2025 NPAT:
锟� US$21.1 million of flotel costs incurred in 1H25.
锟� One off FPSO transition costs of US$6 锟� 7 million.
锟� US$6锟�7 million related to relocating corporate head office roles from Melbourne to USA and Brazil.
The 2025 results are subject to the finalisation of the financial statements, Board review and the financial
year audit.
PRELIMINARY 2026 GUIDANCE
2026 guidance reflects the following assumptions:
Production
锟� A 28-day planned shutdown of the Ba锟絥a FPSO for annual maintenance and a four-month flotelsupported FPSO maintenance and revitalisation campaign (with capacity to extend to six month),
planned to take place in the first half of 2026.
锟� Reinstated production from SPS-92 (currently producing at reduced rates) and PRA-2 (offline) at
Ba锟絥a, as well as production from the Who Dat A1 sidetrack infill well, by mid-2026.
锟� Ba锟絥a FPSO efficiency, excluding scheduled shutdowns, in the range of 90 锟� 95%.
锟� Normal allowances for planned and unplanned shutdowns, well uptime and potential weather
disruption at Who Dat.
锟� Natural reservoir decline at both Ba锟絥a and Who Dat of 12 - 15% pa, excluding infill drilling and
workover activities.
Operating costs
锟� A&O FPSO Transition Services Agreement costs included in production costs until late 2Q26, with
production costs anticipated to decline from 2H26 onwards when Karoon assumes full operational
control of the vessel.
锟� Who Dat costs broadly similar to CY25.
锟� Largely flat unit costs reflecting overall lower costs spread over a lower production base.
锟� Unit DD&A includes depreciation associated with the FPSO acquisition.
锟� Finance and interest cost guidance includes withholding tax on intragroup funding, as per 2025.
2 Total withholding tax included in finance costs is US$17.8 million in CY25, with US$12.3 million related to 4Q25 funds movements. The
quantum of movements is dependent on a number of factors, including estimated funds required in Australian entities and available
cash within USA and Brazil subsidiaries. As the withholding tax is fully offset in Income Tax Expense, with no material net impact on
NPAT, some variability is expected for this item within Finance Costs and Interest.
Capital expenditure
锟� Capex includes activities to restore full production from the Ba锟絥a SPS-92 and PRA-2 wells in Brazil
and Who Dat A1 sidetrack well costs.
锟� Based on the payment schedule and the average Brent oil price in 2025, the penultimate contingent
consideration payment to Petrobras will be materially lower than in 1Q25.
锟� Exploration and appraisal comprises Neon costs to the next decision gate, and signature bonuses as
well as seismic studies for the Santos Basin deepwater exploration licenses. Capex contingent on
Neon moving through to the next phase and a positive Final Investment Decision on Who Dat East is
excluded.
Consistent with the approach for CY25, the CY26 guidance table does not include the following items:
锟� US$43 锟� 53 million of flotel costs expected to be incurred in 1H26.
锟� One off FPSO transition costs of US$6 锟� 7 million.
锟� US$3 - 4 million related to relocating corporate head office roles from Melbourne to USA and Brazil.
Unit production cost and DD&A (depreciation, depletion and amortisation) guidance is provided using Who
Dat production on a Net Working Interest (NWI) basis rather than Net Revenue Interest (NRI). This better
represents Karoon锟絪 actual costs and DD&A for Ba锟絥a and Who Dat per boe produced. (NRI production is after
government and overriding royalties, which at Who Dat comprise approximately 20% of production).
This announcement has been authorised by the Board of Karoon Energy Ltd.