Origin Energy announces drilling of Dao Ruang-2 appraisal well

Origin Energy (“Origin”) advises that drilling has commenced at the Dao Ruang-2 appraisal well in Block L15/50, Onshore North East Thailand. Origin has a 40% interest in this exploration block.
The well forms part of a farm-in arrangement between Origin and Salamander announced to the ASX on 4 December 2009.
Drilling is being operated by Salamander Energy plc of the United Kingdom, and a statement from Salamander is attached to this release.
Source: Press release