Pantheon Resources plc, the UK-based oil and gas exploration company active in the Gulf of Mexico, announces the appointment of John Walmsley as a non-executive director of the Company.

Mr Walmsley has 30 years' experience in the energy sector as adviser or principal including periods as Chief Executive of Hardy Oil and Gas plc and Managing Director, Finance and Business Development, of Enterprise Oil plc.

Sue Graham, Chairman of Pantheon Resources, said: "Securing John as a board member will bring enormous benefits to the Company, in international experience, strategic vision and contacts. Few can match John's level of success and achievement in larger companies in this industry and we look forward to making the most of his valuable contribution."

Full name: John Arthur Walmsley

Age: 60

John Walmsley is, or has been, a director of or partner of the following companies or partnerships in the past five years:

Current directorships / partnerships: