New Standard Energy Ltd. advised that it has significantly strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Phil Thick, currently a non-executive director of the company, to the position of Managing Director, with effect from April 2, 2013. Phil has been appointed following a recruitment process undertaken to identify and select a suitable replacement for Sam Willis who informed the board of his intention to step back from the position of Managing Director. Sam, will continue in his capacity as a director of the company and work alongside Phil focusing on strategic and corporate matters providing solid continuity for the business.

Phil's appointment concludes a planned and managed process overseen by the board to further strengthen the company's senior management team, and in his role he will have responsibility for the company's day to day operations and for delivery of a forward program to capitalize on the value inherent in the company's attractive asset portfolio. Since July last year Phil has been Managing Director of MHM Metals Limited.