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For Immediate Release

Petro-Canada acquisition confirms Calgary’s place on the global stage.
Calgary Inc. President and CEO responds to $3.2 billion deal.

(Calgary Alberta, January 30, 2002) - Georgine Ulmer, President and CEO of Calgary Inc. says Calgary-based Petro-Canada’s acquisition of Veba Oil and Gas of Germany confirms Calgary’s status as a global player.

“This is the second historic deal in Calgary’s oil and gas sector in just one week,” said Georgine Ulmer, President and CEO Calgary Inc. “This acquisition shows Calgary companies continue to compete at an international level and create world-class opportunities in Calgary.”

Earlier this week PanCanadian Energy Corp. and Alberta Energy Co. announced a $27-billion merger.

About Calgary Inc.

Calgary Inc. is Calgary's economic development organization whose role is to work with companies in key economic sectors assisting them in becoming stronger; this in turn enables them to thrive, compete and expand in the rapidly changing global economy. Calgary Inc. focuses its work in 7 key economic sectors: oil & gas, information technology, transportation/warehousing and logistics, wireless/telecommunications, geomatics, tourism/arts & entertainment, agriculture/health biotechnology. It provides economic information and analysis on the Calgary economy identifying strengths, opportunities, priorities, and target markets. It is also the lead marketing agency for Calgary responsible for promoting the city as a world-class business investment opportunity.

For more information please contact:
Nancy Toombs
Calgary Inc.
403-221-7870
nancy

 

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