LONDON, December 17 /PRNewswire/ --

Endeavour International Corporation announced that its stock began trading today on the main market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol ENDV.

"The listing on the LSE broadens our access to European markets which are more geographically focused on North Sea activities and the value our business strategy can add," said William L. Transier, chairman, chief executive officer and president. "With our growing management and operational presence in London and Oslo, it is fitting that we build closer ties with the local investment communities."

The company's shares will continue to trade on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol END.

Endeavour International Corporation is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on the acquisition, exploration and development of energy reserves in the North Sea. For more information, visit http://www.endeavourcorp.com

Web site: http://www.endeavourcorp.com

investors, Rusty Fisher, +1-713-307-8770, or media, Janice Aston White, +1-713-307-8780, both of Endeavour International Corporation