MAX Power Engages GLJ to Advance Commercial Evaluation of Natural Hydrogen Discovery

MAX Power Mining Corp has appointed GLJ Ltd. to support the commercial evaluation of its Lawson Natural Hydrogen discovery in Saskatchewan, following significant new insights from recent 3D seismic surveys.

The Lawson project, located near Central Butte, forms part of the wider Genesis Trend, a 475-kilometre geological corridor that hosts multiple hydrogen prospects. Within the 28 square kilometre Lawson Complex, updated seismic data indicates the potential for several producing wells, marking an important step forward in assessing the scale of the resource.

GLJ will focus on modelling the subsurface system, estimating resource potential, and analysing reservoir characteristics to support near-term commercial development. The firm will also help optimise an expanded drilling programme targeting both natural hydrogen and helium deposits.

The engagement represents a shift from early-stage discovery towards structured commercial assessment. MAX Power said independent evaluation by GLJ will ensure the project is reviewed against established industry standards, particularly as it seeks to advance what is described as Canada’s first subsurface natural hydrogen system.

In parallel, GLJ will contribute to the development of MAX Power’s proprietary MAXX LEMI platform, an AI-driven system designed to integrate seismic data, drilling results, and historical datasets to improve exploration targeting for natural hydrogen.

The company highlighted strong industry interest in the project during its participation in the Canadian Hydrogen Convention in Edmonton, where it was named runner-up in both the Digital Innovator category for MAXX LEMI and the Project category for the Lawson discovery.

According to MAX Power, the next phase of work will focus on defining key parameters such as resource size, deliverability, and economic viability. These steps are seen as critical in bridging the gap between geological confirmation and potential commercial production.

The development positions the Lawson project within a growing global focus on natural hydrogen as a potential low-carbon energy source, particularly as demand rises for domestically sourced and scalable energy solutions.