OPHR.L Regulatory News (OPHR)

Ophir Energy plc

Director Declaration

In accordance with paragraph 9.6.14 of the Listing Rules, Ophir Energy plc, confirms that Ronald Blakely, Non-Executive Director, was appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Songa Offshore SE, a Company listed on the Oslo Bors, with immediate effect.

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For Further Enquiries please contact:

Ophir Energy plc

Chandrika Kher, Company Secretary +44 (0)20 7811 2400

Notes to Editors

Ophir Energy (OPHR.LN) is an, upstream oil and gas exploration company which is a member of the FTSE 250. The Group's headquarters are located in London (England). Ophir has a large portfolio of assets across Africa and Asia.

For further information on Ophir, please refer to www.ophir-energy.com