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flag CBX Energy seeks offshore oil exploration permit in New Zealand’s Canterbury Basin, pending 2026 decision.

flag CBX Energy Limited has applied for a petroleum prospecting permit in New Zealand’s underexplored offshore Canterbury Basin, reigniting interest in the country’s oil and gas sector. flag The application, part of a competitive three-month process managed by New Zealand Petroleum & Minerals, is one of several following the lifting of the 2025 exploration ban. flag If approved, the permit would allow low-impact exploration to assess hydrocarbon potential. flag Decisions are expected later in 2026, with the government emphasizing potential benefits for energy security and economic growth, while balancing environmental concerns.

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