Talisman Energy Inc. is a large independent oil and gas producer with global operations. Talisman's common shares are widely held and listed on the Toronto and New York stOck exchanges under the symbol TLM. The Company had 128 million shares outstanding at year end 2003. Talisman is a $12 billion company, employing 1,758 people in its North American and international operations. The Company's headquarters are in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Established as an independent company in 1992, Talisman has a track record of growth and creating value for its shareholders. Over the past 11 years, the Company has grown production per share at an average compound annual rate of 10% and is committed to continuing production per share growth of at least 5-10% per annum.