Helium is critical for modern living; from MRI machines that diagnose diseases, through to uses in semiconductors and datacentres, vital for AI.
The world is facing a helium shortage because most comes from fossil fuel extraction, but our Tasmanian carbon-neutral natural helium solves this problem sustainably.
Natural Helium Tasmania
Natural Helium Tasmania
Record Global demand for Helium
The demand for helium is rapidly rising due to its essential role in;
Medical/Healthcare (MRI Machines)
Cools superconducting magnets in MRI scanners to near absolute zero, enabling critical diagnostic imaging
Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturing
Creates controlled atmospheres for fiber optic cable production and computer chip manufacturing, preventing contamination
Scientific Research & Space
Cools particle accelerators, telescopes, and rocket fuel systems; NASA uses it extensively for spacecraft pressurization
Welding & Industrial Applications
Provides inert shielding gas for arc welding, especially for materials like aluminum and stainless steel
Leak Detection & Testing
Its tiny molecular size makes it ideal for detecting leaks in air conditioning systems, pipelines, and aerospace components
Projections indicate that global demand is expected to escalate from approximately 6 billion cubic feet (Bcf) per annum to between 8.5 and 10 Bcf per annum by 2030.
Australia imports all of its Helium; we at Natural Helium Tasmania are changing this with advanced geophysics and manufacturing systems.
Providing critical global solutions
Helium's unparalleled properties provide critical solutions across diverse industrial and societal applications.
Healthcare and Medical Treatments
Liquid helium is vital for cooling the superconducting magnets in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines, enabling non-invasive diagnostic capabilities that are fundamental to modern medicine. It also serves a similar function in particle accelerators used for advanced medical research and proton therapy for cancer treatment.
Scientific Research
Helium's extremely low boiling point makes it the coolant of choice for numerous cutting-edge scientific experiments, including quantum computing research, cryogenics, and superconductivity studies, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge.
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Due to its inertness, helium is crucial in creating an ultra-clean, controlled environment necessary for the fabrication of semiconductors. These components are the bedrock of all modern electronic devices, from smartphones to advanced computing systems. Without helium, the production of these essential components would be significantly compromised.
Defence and Security
The military and defence utilises helium in magnetometers for submarine detection, highlighting its strategic importance in national security applications.
Space Exploration
and Aerospace
In the aerospace sector, liquid helium acts as a pressurising agent for cryogenic fuel tanks in space launch vehicles, ensuring the efficient delivery of propellants. NASA, for instance, relies on helium for critical purging and pressurising tasks in its rocket systems.
Fibre Optics
The manufacturing process of fibre-optic cables, which form the backbone of the global internet infrastructure, also relies on helium.
Helium (He)
A critical element for a technologically advanced and sustainable future
Helium, the second most abundant element in the observable universe, possesses a unique suite of physicochemical properties that render it indispensable across a multitude of advanced technological applications.
However on Earth it is rare comprising only 0.0005% of the atmosphere.
Characterised by its complete unreactivity, the lowest boiling point of any known substance (4.2 K or -268.9 °C), exceptional thermal conductivity, and the smallest atomic radius, helium's distinct attributes make it an irreplaceable resource in critical growth sectors.
Long term benefits, the environment and sustainability
While helium is cosmically abundant, terrestrial reserves are finite, primarily accumulated from the decay of thorium within the Earth's crust. The increasing demand, coupled with volatile supply chains, has underscored the need for sustainable sourcing.
Tasmania’s advantage…
Tasmania has a unique geological history with rich reserves of critical minerals and it is also home to "green helium" – helium sourced from non-hydrocarbon environments, thereby mitigating the carbon footprint associated with conventional extraction methods from oil and gas production. This shift towards cleaner extraction processes aligns with global environmental objectives and contributes to the long-term sustainability of supply in Australia.
We are working with world leading technology companies to carefully extract and process Natural Helium, bringing advanced manufacturing capability into Tasmania powered on renewable energy.
Investment opportunities
The confluence of rising demand, constrained supply and geopolitically instability create compelling investment opportunities.
We are in active discussions with strategic off-take partners particularly AI Companies who need to secure supply to meet the demands of Data-centre and Semiconductor operations.
Whilst we have completed our first round of funding, a second round with associated Information Memorandum will be available 30th March 2026.
Please register you interest below if you wish to participate.
Key investment areas include:
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We have advanced low impact exploration techniques and AI systems that identify helium from non-carbon environments. We have secured licenses to 2 of the worlds most prospective Natural Helium Deposits in Tasmania.
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We are actively pursuing key technology and capability partnerships and investments that will enable processing in 2026/27 FY.
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Export of Helium from Tasmania can be conducted using standard 40 foot UN ISO Container 40-foot ISO container with 41,640 litre capacity.
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It is highly likely that new technologies derived from AI will be heavily reliant on heliums’ unique thermal properties. The AUKUS Submarine program (Australia’s largest single investment ever at $350B will use helium extensively in both built and operations. Local supply is critical.
The persistent supply-demand imbalance of this critical element suggest sustained premium pricing and robust growth prospects for over 4 decades. Furthermore we believe a carbon neutral, environmentally responsible helium solutions from Tasmania will command a price premium both within Australia, Japan and the USA.
Key Helium Reference Documents & Reports
Geological Helium Resources
National Assessment of Helium Resources
Within Known Natural Gas Reservoirs (Report 2021-5085)
PUBLISHED BY: USGS 2021
FOCUS AREA: US helium resources in natural gas reservoirs; estimates 306 Bcf recoverable helium
Mineral Commodity Summaries - Helium 2024
PUBLISHED BY: USGS 2024
FOCUS AREA: Annual statistics on worldwide helium supply, demand, and flow
Mineral Commodity Summaries - Helium 2025
PUBLISHED BY: USGS 2025
FOCUS AREA: Annual statistics; estimates global resources at 31.3 billion cubic meters
Helium Resources of the United States, 2003
PUBLISHED BY: BLM 2003
FOCUS AREA: Identified helium resources (449 Bcf) and undiscovered estimates (108 Bcf)
Helium Demand & Market Growth
Helium for Semiconductors and Beyond 2025-2035: Market, Trends, and Forecasts
PUBLISHED BY: IDTechEx 2024-2025
FOCUS AREA: Demand forecasts (nearly doubling by 2035); semiconductor demand increasing 5x by 2035; applications across semiconductors, MRI, aerospace, fiber optics
Helium Market Analysis
PUBLISHED BY: Gasworld 2024
FOCUS AREA: Worldwide demand projections (~6.0 Bcf); 2-3% annual growth forecast
Commercial publication
Helium Gas Market Report
PUBLISHED BY: Future Market Insights 2024
FOCUS AREA: Market value growth from $30.4B (2024) to $46.8B (2034); 4.4% CAGR
Commercial publication
Helium Market Analysis
PUBLISHED BY: Mordor Intelligence 2024
FOCUS AREA: Regional market shares; North America 39.10%; Asia-Pacific highest growth at 7.39% CAGR
Commercial publication
News
Critical Raw Materials | 5th December 2025Why helium is essential to the future of semiconductor manufacturing
Helium plays a critical role in semiconductor manufacturing, influencing both the quality and efficiency of chip production.
Its unique properties, including chemical inertness and low thermal conductivity, contribute to maintaining optimal fabrication conditions. However, the industry faces significant challenges related to helium supply.
Reuters | 3rd December 2025The AI frenzy is driving a memory chip supply crisis
An acute global shortage of memory chips is forcing artificial intelligence and consumer-electronics companies to fight for dwindling supplies, as prices soar for the unglamorous but essential components that allow devices to store data.
Japanese electronics stores have begun limiting how many hard-disk drives shoppers can buy.