Providence Resources is set to expand its presence in the Celtic Sea, having been offered a new licensing option just south of its proven Barryroe field.

PROVIDENCE Resources has agreed a deal with the Shell International Trading & Shipping Company relating to the sale of future oil produced from two of its assets in the Celtic Sea.

Providence Resources Plc has announced a significant oil find off the coast of Ireland.

Providence have announced that drilling at their Hook Head site is set to commence.