HOUSTON, Aug. 2, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated (AMEX:TMY) today announced that will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Savings Time on Wednesday, August 9, 2006 to discuss second quarter 2006 results, current operations and management's outlook. Individuals who wish to participate in the conference call may do so by dialing 1-800-625-6164 in the United States or +1-706-645-0400 outside of the United States. The conference identification number is 4048223 and the conference leader will be Lorrie T. Olivier, President and Chief Executive Officer of Transmeridian. A replay of the conference call will be available by dialing in 1-800-642-1687 in the United States or +1-706-645-9291 outside of the United States, using identification number 4048223. The replay will be available through August 12, 2006.
About Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated
Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated (TMEI) is an independent energy company established to acquire and develop oil reserves in the Caspian Sea region of the former Soviet Union. TMEI primarily targets medium-sized fields with proved or probable reserves and significant upside reserve potential. Its first major project is the South Alibek Field in Kazakhstan and it is currently pursuing additional projects in the Caspian Sea region.
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created therein. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in TMEI's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005, as amended, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although TMEI believes the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion herein should not be regarded as a representation by TMEI or any other person that the objectives and plans of TMEI will be achieved.