Aminex plc announced that the partnership are progressing towards drilling the second appraisal well, Ntorya-3 ("NT-3"), on the Ntorya gas field discovery as soon as practically possible. Aminex is actively engaged with the Tanzanian authorities and third party engineering firms on advanced well planning and drilling management plans. Tendering is in progress for a rig which will also be suitable for exploration and development drilling in the Ntorya gas field and potentially the Company's other assets in Tanzania. Anticipated spud date for NT-3 will be announced once a rig has been secured.