Coastal Energy Responds to Media Reports of Strategic Discussions

HOUSTON, Sept. 17, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Energy Company (the "Company") (TSX:CEN) (AIM:CEO) wishes to comment on media reports regarding strategic discussions between Coastal and a third party. The Company advises that it continuously evaluates opportunities to maximize shareholder value. 

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