Acadian Energy Appoints Mark Lawrence Interim CEO to Pursue New Albany Shale Oil Opportunities

Acadian Energy Inc. (TSX VENTURE:ACX) -- (the "Corporation") today announced the
appointment of Mark Lawrence as Interim CEO, effective September 10, while
Chairman John McDevitt is on a Leave of Absence for medical reasons. Mr.
McDevitt will remain a director of the Company, as will Mark Lawrence. 


Mr. Lawrence commented, "the Company is continuing to refocus its efforts to
identify and pursue New Albany Shale Oil opportunities and will continue to
welcome John's contribution and assistance as a director in this regard while he
is on leave."


About Acadian:

Acadian is a junior exploration and production company which is focused on the
exploration and development of New Albany shale oil and natural gas in the
Illinois Basin. The Corporation continues exploration development of the oil
potential of the New Albany Shale. Acadian trades on the TSX Venture Exchange
under the symbol ACX. 


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historical fact, included herein, including, without limitations statements
regarding future production, are forward-looking statements that involve various
risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will
prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ
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