Xstate Resources Limited announced the appointment of Paul Cartwright as a director of the company. Mr. Cartwright is a seasoned executive with over 20 years experience in the oil and gas industry, including finance, sales, capital raising, government relations, native title, exploration and drilling. His exploration activities have spanned Western Australia, North America, West Africa and Asia Pacific in both private and public ventures.

Mr. Cartwright was founder and managing Director of Kingsway Oil Ltd. before selling to Hess Corporation in 2011, and has held management positions at Nerdlihc Company Inc, New Standard Exploration and Kirkland Resources.