Salamander Energy plc, the Asia focussed independent oil and gas exploration and production company, today provides an update on the Kambuna Field, Offshore North Sumatra.

Further to the Operational Update on 21st October, Salamander can confirm that production from the Kambuna field has recommenced at an initial rate of 10 MMscfd. These volumes will ramp over the coming weeks in line with the original plans.

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