Statement on Media Speculation

PetroNeft Resources plc

(“PetroNeft” or the “Group” or the “Company”)

Statement on Media Speculation

PetroNeft (AIM: PTR), notes the speculation in media regarding the potential disposal of Licence 61.  The Company is examining a number of options in relation to maximising shareholder value.   This process is at a very early stage and there is no certainty that any transaction will be completed.  Further announcements will be made in the event of a material development.

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PetroNeft is an oil and gas exploration and production company, operating in the Tomsk Oblast, Russian Federation, and 50% owner and operator of Licences 61 and 67, provides an update on oil production at Licence 61 for the first quarter of 2018.