Empire Energy Retains Wedgewood Investment Group to prepare an Asset Backed $998,000,000. Bond

New York, July 8, 2013 AEST (ABN Newswire) - Empire Energy Corporation International (EEGC:OTCMKTS), announces the engagement of Marston Webb International of New York as the Company's investor and public relations consultant effective May 16, 2013.

Under the terms of Marston Webb's engagement, the firm will be paid a retainer of $15,000. And a monthly fee of $10,000. Marston Webb will not be granted stock options or common shares of the Company under the terms and conditions of the agreement.

Marston Webb will assist the Company with managing its public and investor relations along with market awareness programs. Marston Webb brings to the Company more than 30 years of relevant industry experience.

Malcolm Bendall, CEO of Empire Energy commented; "We are very pleased and feel fortunate to have been able to retain such an internationally known firm to represent our company to assist us in building reputation an awareness on a global basis. Our board looks forward to working with the staff of Marston Webb."

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Contact

Empire Energy Corporation International Website: www.empireenergy.com Public Relations: MARSTON WEBB INTERNATIONAL 270 Madison Avenue New York, New York 10016 Phone: (212) 684-6601 Fax: (212) 725-4709 Email: marwebint@cs.com http://www.marstonwebb.com/