Royale Energy Secures $15 Million

Royale Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROYL) today announced that it has secured a principal credit line of $15 million to help further its operational and exploration activities.

Stephen Hosmer, Royale Energy's Chief Financial Officer stated, "Royale Energy is very pleased Texas Capital Bank, N.A. (TBC) extended credit under this facility, at a prime rate in the current credit market."

He adds, "With the current lows in drilling and overhead expenses, we believe this to be a prime opportunity to aggressively use our resources to forge ahead in our activity in order to reap the rewards of future gas projections."

The credit line replaces Royale’s existing loan agreement with Guaranty Bank, FSB.

About Royale Energy

Headquartered in San Diego, Royale Energy, Inc. is an independent energy company. The company is focused on development, acquisition, exploration, and production of natural gas and oil in California, Texas and the Rocky Mountains. It has been a leading independent producer of oil and natural gas for over 20 years. The company's strength is continually reaffirmed by investors who participate in funding over 50% of the company's new projects. Additional information about Royale Energy, Inc. is available on its web site at www.royl.com.

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