Fortuna Energy Inc.

CALGARY, ALBERTA - September 2, 2003 - Fortuna Energy Inc., a subsidiary of Talisman Energy Inc., has drilled two successful Black River gas wells, the first two Fortuna operated wells on its recently acquired New York properties.

CALGARY, Alberta - January 29, 2003 - In a number of recent transactions, Talisman Energy Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary, Fortuna Energy Inc., has acquired natural gas properties, production and facilities in Upper New York State for US$250 million.