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Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC has entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Renaissance Offshore, LLC

Houston, TX - 16 July 2014 - Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC (“Black Elk Energy”), an independent oil and gas company headquartered in Houston, Texas announced they have entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Renaissance Offshore, LLC (“Renaissance”), a privately held Houston based oil and gas company. Under the agreement, Renaissance will acquire interests in 9 fields in the Gulf of Mexico, which includes 7 operated and 2 non-operated. Subject to customary closing conditions, the sale is expected to close in August 2014.

A description of the Renaissance Purchase and Sale Agreement may be seen in more detail in the company’s recently filed Form 8-K and accompanying exhibits with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

About Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC

Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC (www.blackelkenergy.com) is an independent oil and gas company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The Company’s seasoned industry executives have extensive exploitation experience and knowledge with a demonstrated track record of increasing reserves and production while lowering costs. Our team of professionals is dedicated to performing to the highest industry standards, operating within regulatory requirements, and maintaining its stance as a good corporate citizen.

About Renaissance Offshore

Renaissance Offshore was founded in December of 2011, in partnership with  Quantum Energy Partners, to acquire and redevelop legacy oil properties on the Gulf of Mexico shelf. Renaissance Offshore focuses on selective acquisitions of mature, oil-weighted properties and the redevelopment of those assets to unlock hidden value by deploying technology, capital and the collective experience of a seasoned management team. For more information on Renaissance, please visit www.renaissanceoffshore.com.

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