MONUMENTAL ENERGY ENTERS INTO A DEFINITIVE FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH NEW ZEALAND ENERGY TO INCREASE PRODUCTION AT WAIHAPA-NGAERE

Monumental Energy Corp. has executed a strategic funding agreement with New Zealand Energy Corp., marking a significant step forward for production enhancement at the Waihapa-Ngaere project. The definitive agreement, signed on January 12, 2026, involves Monumental's wholly-owned New Zealand subsidiary and positions the company to accelerate operations in the region.

The partnership with New Zealand Energy Corp., a fellow TSX Venture Exchange-listed entity, represents a collaborative approach to developing New Zealand's energy resources. The funding arrangement is specifically targeted at increasing production capabilities at Waihapa-Ngaere, suggesting both companies see substantial potential in this asset.

This agreement demonstrates Monumental Energy's commitment to expanding its international footprint while leveraging strategic partnerships to optimize capital deployment. The timing of this funding agreement positions the company to capitalize on favorable energy market conditions and advance its New Zealand operations through 2026.

For the broader energy sector, this type of cross-border collaboration between junior energy companies highlights the increasingly international nature of resource development and the importance of strategic partnerships in accessing capital for production growth initiatives.