Oilexco Incorporated says that Oilexco North Sea Limited has been able to negotiate an extension of £70 million of its £100 million Pre-Development Facility from the current repayment date of January 31, 2009 to November 30, 2009. This facility, provided by The Royal Bank of Scotland, is subject to certain conditions, including the repayment of at least the balance of £30 million of the facility on or before January 31, 2009.

Arthur Millholland, President and CEO stated, “We are pleased to be able to announce this extension with the Royal Bank of Scotland as we continue our financing activity in this very difficult market, demonstrating their continued support for the Company. Oilexco will provide a further update on good progress being made on other fronts in due course, and we continue to drive forward our operational programme alongside this process.”

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