Tamboran Farmout Pilot Area and BCDA Acreage Sold for Premium

The deal represents a significant increase in acreage value for the companies involved.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:37pm

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Tamboran Resources Limited and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Bangsamoro Development Authority (BCDA) have announced the successful farmout of Tamboran's pilot area and BCDA acreage in the Philippines. The transaction represents a significant premium in acreage value compared to previous deals in the region.

Why it matters

This deal highlights the increasing value of energy assets in the Philippines as the country works to expand its domestic energy production and reduce reliance on imports. The premium pricing also suggests growing investor confidence in the region's oil and gas potential.

The details

Under the terms of the agreement, Tamboran will farm out a portion of its pilot area and the BCDA will sell a portion of its acreage to an undisclosed third party. The transaction price represents a significant increase in acreage value compared to previous deals in the region, though the exact financial details were not disclosed.

  • The farmout and acreage sale were announced on March 30, 2026.

The players

Tamboran Resources Limited

An Australian energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production in the Asia-Pacific region.

Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Bangsamoro Development Authority (BCDA)

The development authority responsible for managing and overseeing economic development projects in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in the Philippines.

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What they’re saying

“We are pleased to have reached this agreement, which represents a significant premium in acreage value and demonstrates the growing interest in the Philippines' energy sector.”

— Paul Cleary, CEO, Tamboran Resources Limited

The takeaway

This deal highlights the increasing value of energy assets in the Philippines as the country works to expand its domestic energy production and reduce reliance on imports. The premium pricing also suggests growing investor confidence in the region's oil and gas potential.