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Providence Resources hires Tullow Oil exploration boss as new non-exec director

The appointment of Angus McCoss comes ahead of a new exploration campaign offshore Ireland, targeting high impact prospects in the Atlantic Margin off Ireland's west coast.

Providence Resources PLC (LON:PVR) has announced the appointment of Tullow Oil plc (LON:TLW) exploration director Angus McCoss as the AIM quoted group’s new non executive director.

The Irish oil explorer, which is due to drill a well offshore in the coming months, highlighted McCoss experience at Tullow and previously Shell.

Pat Plunkett, Providence chairman, in a statement said: “The board is delighted that Angus has agreed to join us at a very exciting period in our corporate development.

“Angus brings extensive knowledge and relevant exploration experience which will assist us in further realising the very significant value in our portfolio."