Appointment of independent non-executive Director

15 January 2019

Ophir Energy plc

("Ophir" or "the Company")

Appointment of independent non-executive Director

Ophir is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Adel Chaouch as an independent non-executive Director to the Company's Board with immediate effect.

Dr. Chaouch is an experienced senior oil and gas professional and is currently serving as North Africa and Middle East Director for Marathon Oil Company.

Dr. Chaouch is also currently a Board director of the Bi-Lateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce, Houston, Texas. Dr Chaouch has a Masters of Engineering in Civil Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering from the Texas A&M University.

Bill Schrader, Chairman of Ophir Energy said:

"I am very pleased to welcome Adel to Ophir's Board. He has worked in a variety of senior roles at Marathon for over 15 years, with a track record of managing stakeholders and transforming relationships into business opportunities."

This announcement is in conformity with Listing Rules 9.6.11R and 9.6.13R.

For Further Information please contact:

Ophir Energy plc +44 (0)20 7811 2400

Philip Laing, General Counsel & Company Secretary

About Ophir:

Ophir Energy is an independent Upstream oil and gas exploration and production company focused on Africa and Asia. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LEI: 213800LAZOZTKPAV258).