Perth, Sept 1, 2008 (ABN Newswire) - Exco Resources Limited (ASX:EXS)(PINK:EXRSF) is pleased to confirm the appointment of Mr Eamon Byrne as Exco's Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary with immediate effect.

Mr Byrne is a qualified accountant with over 20 years experience in the mining and resources industry. Prior to joining Exco, Mr Byrne worked for Albidon Limited, Woodside Petroleum and WMC Resources Ltd on a range of Australian and international projects.

Mr Byrne's appointment follows the resignation of Exco's previous Company Secretary, Mr Mark Freeman. The Board wishes to recognise Mr Freeman's significant contribution to the Company's development over the past seven years.

Mr Byrne joins the management team at a significant time for Exco. The Definitive Feasibility Study on the Cloncurry Copper Project is progressing well, and the Company will be entering key project finance and off-take discussions in the coming months. Mr Byrne's recent relevant experience in the implementation and financing of Albidon's Munali Nickel Project is expected to add significant value through this process Exco's Board and Management team looks forward to working with Eamon as the Company continues to progress its portfolio of Cu-Au-U3O8 projects in NW Queensland.