About Hancock Energy
Hancock Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd (HPPL) established in 2021 with a mandate to seek profitable investment opportunities across the energy value chain in addition to providing input from an energy and regulation perspective to Hancock’s existing businesses.
Our projects
In partnership with POSCO International Corporation (50.1%), Hancock Energy acquired 49.9% of Queensland based gas producer Senex Energy in March 2022.
Hancock Energy acquired Perth Basin gas company Warrego Energy for $450m in April 2023 following a competitive bidding process.
The essential energy powering Australian industries, business and manufacturing.
Hancock Energy plays crucial role in powering Australian businesses by providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions across the nation.
Hancock Energy helps businesses enhance their efficiency and reduce operational costs, thereby contributing to the overall economic growth and sustainability of Australia’s commercial landscape.
Latest news
Ongoing Scam Warning
Hancock Prospecting is aware of numerous fraudulent online advertisements, fake accounts and other scam content using images, videos or likenesses of our executive chairman Mrs Gina Rinehart to promote products, financial services and purported investment opportunities.
Hancock Iron Ore delivers bumper iron ore as profits trickle in
Hancock Prospecting has reported a $2.8 billion net profit after tax for the 2025–26 financial year (FY26), supported by 71.5 million tonnes (Mt) of iron ore production from its newly consolidated Hancock Iron Ore (HIO) business in Western Australia.
Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting pays $24.5 billion in taxes over decade
Hancock Prospecting has paid $24.5 billion in taxes over the past decade, more than any other private Australian company, according to its 2026 annual report, while continuing major investments in mining, job creation and charitable initiatives.
