Endeavour International Corporation says that Bruce H. Stover, executive vice president - business development and new ventures, will retire effective March 1, 2010. He will continue his association with the company as a consultant on strategic business development activities.

"Bruce has been with Endeavour since it was formed and has played a key role in helping the company position itself in the North Sea and most recently in the United States," said William L. Transier, chairman, chief executive officer and president. "His leadership and broad international experience were fundamental to building Endeavour's solid foundation for future growth and excellent industry reputation. We truly appreciate his hard work, professionalism and business insights that fortunately will still be available to us as he enjoys more personal and family time."

Stover has 40 years of experience in executive and technical positions in the oil and gas exploration and production industry. Since joining the company in 2004, he has been a member of the company's executive committee and assigned to Endeavour's London office as head of operations and business development. He assumed oversight for business development and new ventures in 2008.

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