Hyperdynamics Corporation announced the election of Ian Norbury as a member of its Board of Directors. Mr. Norbury is a Director of Hannon Westwood. With experience spanning exploration and development projects internationally, he has a track record as an oil and gas finder, and in technical and business management.

Prior to joining Hannon Westwood in 2003, Mr. Norbury held various positions with Amoco Norway, Conoco and Amerada Hess International, most recently as Executive Manager Exploration with responsibility for worldwide exploration performance, including West and North Africa.