29 April 2004 Australian Stock Exchange Electronic Lodgement Ja3a well to commence production test, good results expected, further drilling planned Carpathian is pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached with the drilling contractor of the Ja3a well over the poor cement bond which will result in a refund to Carpathian’s wholly owned subsidiary, Nord Gas sro, of CZK 3,000,000 (A$150,000). Following the execution of documents, which is expected to take place in the next 24 hours, the gas zone will be perforated, the rig removed and the production test will commence. Data from the test will assist in determining potential reserves of the Janovice field and final flow rates when the well is placed on permanent production. Considering the substantial thickness of the gas zone (33 metres) and the excellent permeability and porosity of the sands, Carpathian expects a very successful test and good flow rates. Carpathians partner in Janovice, Unigeo is currently completing mapping of the field incorporating the Ja3a data and is expected to recommend that a well located close to the Ja9 well be drilled as soon as possible. In addition Unigeo will shortly commence permitting work for the production pipeline. Further details of the test will be released when they become available. For further information contact : Douglas Jendry Director Carpathian Resources Ltd
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