Platino Energy Corp. Announces Completion of CEO Transition

Platino Energy Corp. ("Platino" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:PZE) has
completed the transition of the responsibilities of the President and Chief
Executive Officer of the Company from Randy McLeod to Dr. Tomas Villamil,
formerly Executive Vice President, Exploration of C&C Energia Ltd. ("C&C"),
effective February 15, 2013. Messrs. McLeod and Villamil worked closely together
over the past five weeks to ensure a smooth transition and successful launch of
the Company's operations. Mr. McLeod has also resigned from the Board of
Directors of the Company, effective February 15, 2013. 


Mr. Carl Tricoli, Chairman of the Company, thanks Mr. McLeod for his
contribution to Platino (which was formed in connection with the acquisition of
C&C by Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp.). Mr. Tricoli said "Randy was instrumental
in the growth and ultimate sale of C&C, providing great leadership and expertise
as CEO and a board member. We want to sincerely thank Randy for his tireless
efforts and wish him the best in his retirement. We look forward to Tomas'
leadership going forward; Tomas was the founder of C&C and responsible for the
exploration success that was the foundation of C&C's growth and is the perfect
leader for Platino."


About Platino Energy

Platino is a Calgary, Alberta headquartered resource company engaged in the
exploration for, and the acquisition, development and production of hydrocarbons
in Colombia. 


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 
Platino Energy Corp.
Tyler Rimbey
Vice-President, Business Development
403-262-6046