CGX Energy Provides Notice of Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Update on Corentyne Block

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CGX Energy (TSXV: OYL) announced it will release Q2 2025 financial results on August 13, 2025. The company provided an update on the ongoing dispute with the Government of Guyana regarding the Corentyne block license.

On July 23, 2025, the Guyanese government rejected claims from Frontera Energy Corporation and its subsidiaries regarding the block license, stating the Joint Venture's interest expired on June 28, 2024. The government indicated it may consider a final meeting with investors in October 2025.

The Joint Venture, comprising Frontera Guyana (72.52%) and CGX Resources (27.48%), maintains that their interests and license remain valid. While seeking an amicable resolution, they are prepared to pursue legal action if necessary.

Positive

• Joint Venture holds 100% working interest in the strategic Corentyne block offshore Guyana
• Company maintains strong legal position regarding block license validity

Negative

• Government of Guyana rejected claims regarding Corentyne block license
• Risk of legal dispute escalation if no resolution is reached
• Uncertainty over 4.52% interest assignment pending government approval

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 1, 2025) - CGX Energy Inc. (TSXV: OYL) ("CGX" or the "Company") announced today that it will release its financial and operational results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, after markets close on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

As previously disclosed on May 9, 2025, Frontera Energy Corporation and its subsidiaries, Frontera Petroleum International Holding B.V. and Frontera Energy Guyana Holding Ltd. (together, the "Investors"), submitted a notice of intent to the Government of Guyana on March 26, 2025. The notice alleges breaches of the United Kingdom - Guyana Bilateral Investment Treaty and the Guyana Investment Act by the Government of Guyana, and initiated a three-month consultation and negotiation period aimed at resolving the dispute amicably (the "Notice of Intent").

On July 23, 2025, the Government of Guyana, through its legal counsel, responded to the Investors, rejecting their claims regarding the Corentyne block license. The Government of Guyana reaffirmed its view that the Joint Venture's interest expired on June 28, 2024, but noted that it may consider a final meeting with the Investors, on a without prejudice basis, in October 2025, and the Joint Venture would be informed as to whether such a meeting will occur in September 2025.

Frontera Energy Guyana Corp. ("Frontera Guyana") and CGX Resources Inc. ("CGX Resources", and together, the "Joint Venture") remain firmly of the view that its interests in, and the license for, the Corentyne block remain in place and in good standing and that the Petroleum Agreement has not been terminated. Although the three-month consultation and negotiation period delivered from the Notice of Intent has now expired, the Joint Venture and its stakeholders continue to invite the Government of Guyana to amicably resolve the issues affecting the Joint Venture's investments in the Corentyne block. Should the parties not reach a mutually agreeable solution, the Joint Venture and its stakeholders are prepared to assert their legal rights.

The Joint venture holds a 100% working interest in the Corentyne block, located offshore Guyana. Frontera Guyana and CGX Resources have agreed that their respective participating interests are 72.52% and 27.48%, which includes a 4.52% interest which CGX Resources agreed to assign to Frontera Guyana in 2023. The assignment of this 4.52% participating interest remains subject to the approval of the Government of Guyana, but is believed to be enforceable between Frontera Guyana and CGX Resources.

About CGX

CGX is a Canadian-based oil and gas exploration company focused on the exploration of oil in the Guyana-Suriname Basin and the development of a deep-water port in Berbice, Guyana.

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

Cautionary and Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information relates to activities, events or developments that CGX believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limitation, statements relating to the Joint Venture's continuing efforts, investments and interests in the Corentyne block and the significant prospective resources discovered therein. All information other than historical fact is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information reflects the current expectations, assumptions and beliefs of CGX based on information currently available to it and considers the experience of CGX and its perception of historical trends. Although CGX believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be placed on such information. Forward-looking information is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, some that are similar to other oil and gas companies and some that are unique to CGX and the Joint Venture, including the ability of the Joint Venture to reach an agreement with the Government of Guyana. No assurance can be given that such an agreement will be reached. The actual results of the Joint Venture may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information, and even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on CGX. CGX's management's discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2024, and other documents CGX files from time to time with securities regulatory authorities describe the risks, uncertainties, material assumptions and other factors that could influence actual results and such factors are incorporated herein by reference. Copies of these documents are available without charge by referring to CGX's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. All forward-looking information speaks only as of the date on which it is made and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, CGX disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise.

For further information: Please contact Todd Durkee, Vice President, Development, CGX, (281) 747-9980, <info@cgxenergy.com>, www.cgxenergy.com.

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FAQ

What is the current status of CGX Energy's Corentyne block license dispute with Guyana?

The Government of Guyana rejected the Joint Venture's claims on July 23, 2025, stating their interest expired on June 28, 2024. A final meeting may be considered in October 2025.

What is the ownership structure of the Corentyne block between CGX Energy and Frontera?

The Joint Venture holds 100% working interest, with Frontera Guyana owning 72.52% and CGX Resources holding 27.48%, including a pending 4.52% assignment to Frontera.

When will CGX Energy (TSXV: OYL) release its Q2 2025 financial results?

CGX Energy will release its Q2 2025 financial results after markets close on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

What legal actions are available to CGX Energy regarding the Corentyne block dispute?

CGX Energy and partners can pursue claims under the UK-Guyana Bilateral Investment Treaty and Guyana Investment Act if an amicable resolution isn't reached.

What is the significance of the Notice of Intent submitted to Guyana?

The Notice of Intent, submitted on March 26, 2025, initiated a three-month consultation period to resolve alleged breaches of investment treaties by the Government of Guyana.