Northern provides the following update on the activities associated with the re-entry drilling of the Ottoland discovery well:

Following the successful running of the slotted liner to Total Depth and the installation of the wellhead, the drilling rig was released on 27th June 2007 and the location prepared for the testing phase. The downhole configuration requires no further modification and will allow for the long term production from the well.

Testing equipment moved on to location 02 July 2007 to confirm rates prior to final design of facilities.

In accordance with the AIM Rules – Guidance for Mining and Oil & Gas Companies, the information contained in this announcement has been reviewed and signed off by the Exploration and Technical Director of Northern, Mr Graham Heard CGeol FGS, who has over 30 years experience as a petroleum geologist.