REV Exploration Taps Uranium Vet as COO to Scale Helium, Hydrogen Portfolio
Event summary
- Sam Hartmann, a director since September 2025, appointed COO effective August 1, 2026.
- Hartmann brings 15+ years of uranium exploration experience in Canada’s Athabasca Basin.
- REV focuses on helium and natural hydrogen projects in Northern Great Plains and Alberta.
- Company holds 6M shares in MAX Power Mining and 12.4M shares in Major Gold.
The big picture
REV’s appointment of Hartmann underscores its pivot from uranium-adjacent expertise to leading the charge in helium and natural hydrogen exploration. The move comes as these sectors gain critical mass in North America’s energy transition, with REV positioning itself at the intersection of mineral exploration and clean-energy infrastructure. Hartmann’s track record in high-value discoveries suggests REV is betting on operational execution to differentiate itself in a competitive landscape.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- How Hartmann’s operational discipline will accelerate REV’s drilling programs in Montana and Alberta.
- Portfolio Diversification
- Whether REV can sustain growth across helium, hydrogen, and its equity stakes in MAX Power and Major Gold.
- Industry Trends
- The pace at which natural hydrogen gains traction as a strategic energy asset alongside helium.