FOR:  TALISMAN ENERGY INC.
 
TSX, NYSE SYMBOL:  TLM
 
September 24, 2003
 
Talisman Energy Announces First Oil From Blake Flank In The North Sea
 
CALGARY, ALBERTA--Talisman Energy (UK) Limited ("Talisman"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Talisman Energy Inc.,
announced first oil from the Blake Flank development, located in UKCS Block 13/24 in the Central North Sea,
approximately 65 miles from Aberdeen.
 
Current production is 5,200 bbls/d and the development will add an estimated 20 mmbbls of reserves to the Blake field.
It is likely that a second producer will be drilled and will come on stream early next year.  The project was completed
on schedule within 10 months of project sanction.  Co-venturers are Talisman (53.6%), BG Group (44% and operator) and
Paladin Resources (2.4%).
 
"The Blake Flank development is an excellent example of Talisman's successful North Sea strategy," said Dr Jim Buckee,
President and Chief Executive Officer. "Since the initial acquisition, we have grown the value of the Block
significantly through exploration and Blake field development.  We have worked with co-venturers across block
boundaries to minimize the costs of the Blake Flank development, which will be produced through the recently modified
facilities on the Ross FPSO."
 
Talisman Energy Inc. is a large, independent oil and gas producer, with operations in Canada and, through its
subsidiaries, the North Sea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Algeria and the United States. Talisman's subsidiaries also
conduct business in Trinidad, Colombia and Qatar. Talisman has adopted the International Code of Ethics for Canadian
Business and is committed to maintaining high standards of excellence in corporate citizenship and social
responsibility wherever its business is conducted. Talisman's shares are listed on Toronto Stock Exchange in Canada and
New York Stock Exchange in the United States under the symbol TLM.
 
Forward-looking Statements
 
This news release contains statements business plans and production that constitute "forward-looking statements" within
the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
 
Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections that involve a number of risks
and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the Company and
described in the forward-looking statements.  These risks include: the risks of the oil and gas industry, such as
operational risks in exploring for, developing and producing crude oil and natural gas; risks and uncertainties
involving geology of oil and gas deposits; the uncertainty of reserve estimates; the uncertainty of estimates and
projections relating to production, costs and expenses; potential delays or changes in plans with respect to
exploration or development projects or capital expenditures; and health, safety and environmental risks. Relevant risks
also include, but are not limited to: uncertainties as to the availability and cost of financing; general economic
conditions; fluctuations in oil and gas prices and foreign currency exchange rates; and the possibility that government
policies may change or governmental approvals may be delayed or withheld.
 
Additional information on these and other factors which could affect the Company's operations or financial results are
included in the Company's Annual Report under the headings "Management's Discussion and Analysis - Liquidity and
Capital Resources", "- Risks and Uncertainties" and "- Outlook" as well as in Talisman's other reports on file with
Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. 
 
Forward-looking statements are based on the estimates and opinions of the Company's management at the time the
statements are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements should circumstances or
management's estimates or opinions change.
 
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
 
Talisman Energy Inc.
David Mann, Senior Manager,
Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
(403) 237-1196
(403) 237-1210 (FAX)
Email: tlm@talisman-energy.com
Website: www.talisman-energy.com