Transmeridian Commences Transporting Oil From Its South Alibek Field, Kazakhstan

Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated has commenced transporting oil from its South Alibek Field through its proprietary pipeline connection to the regional export pipeline system. Produced oil is being processed in the company's de-mercaptan unit prior to export. The company expects use of its own export pipeline connection and its recently commissioned Central Production Facility to increase the continuity and reliability of export