en.Wedoany.com Reported - On April 14, 2026, Calgary-based Acerta Energy Ltd. (Acerta) announced it has acquired light oil and gas assets in the Cardium Corridor of central Alberta from Hawthorne Energy. This transaction provides Acerta with approximately 8,300 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d) of operated production, immediately establishing the company as a scaled operator in a mature conventional oil region of Canada. The assets offer strong netbacks and numerous capital-efficient drilling opportunities, providing Acerta with a platform to leverage the improving fundamentals of North American light oil development.

Supported by McIntyre Partners and Trafigura, Acerta concurrently completed a private placement of $175 million in senior secured notes, arranged by Pareto Securities. The transaction closed on April 10, 2026, with regulatory approvals expected in the second quarter. Julian McIntyre, Founder of McIntyre Partners, stated: "This transaction provides Acerta with a high-quality conventional oil position featuring immediate production, strong cash flow, and a clear growth runway." Dr. Robert Brady, President and CEO of Acerta Energy, commented: "This is a foundational acquisition for Acerta, with the Cardium providing a compelling platform for sustainable growth." Gary Lifshits, Chief Operating Officer, noted: "The assets have a stable base production, and we plan to deploy capital into the highest return opportunities." Sean McGreal, Director of Trafigura Canada, said: "The transaction establishes a strong platform for conventional light oil development in the Cardium region of Alberta."

Acerta Energy Ltd. focuses on acquiring and developing producing assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and is led by an experienced management team. This acquisition enhances the company's portfolio of light oil assets in the Cardium region, supporting its growth strategy in the Canadian energy market.

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