MAX Power Mining Appoints Energy Expert Tom Kishchuk to Board Amid Natural Hydrogen Exploration Push

MAX Power Mining has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Tom Kishchuk, Executive Director of the Global Institute for Energy, Minerals and Society, to its Board of Directors. The appointment comes as the mineral exploration company advances its multi-well drill program targeting what could become the world's first commercial natural hydrogen discovery. Kishchuk brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in technology integration, energy systems, and large-scale project delivery to MAX Power. His extensive background includes serving as President and CEO of Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Canada and holding the position of Vice-President at Federated Co-operatives Ltd.

This expertise positions him to provide strategic guidance during a critical phase of the company's development. MAX Power CEO Mansoor Jan emphasized the significance of Kishchuk's appointment, noting that his expertise in natural hydrogen and energy innovation will be instrumental as the company moves forward with its exploration program. The company has established itself as a first mover in the rapidly growing natural hydrogen sector, having built a dominant district-scale land position covering approximately 1.3 million acres of prime exploration ground.

The company's extensive land holdings, representing 521,000 hectares of permitted territory, are considered highly prospective for large volume accumulations of natural hydrogen. High priority initial drill target areas have been identified, with drilling operations scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2025. This timeline represents a significant milestone in the company's strategy to capitalize on North America's shift toward decarbonization. Beyond its natural hydrogen initiatives, MAX Power maintains a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals.

The company recently achieved a diamond drilling discovery at its Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona during 2024, demonstrating its capability in mineral exploration across multiple strategic commodities. Investors can access the latest news and updates relating to the company through its newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MAXXF. The appointment of Kishchuk signals MAX Power's commitment to building a leadership team with deep energy sector experience as it pursues what could represent a breakthrough in clean energy sourcing. Natural hydrogen represents an emerging energy source that could play a significant role in global decarbonization efforts, making MAX Power's exploration program particularly noteworthy within the energy transition landscape.