In 1993, Niko made the decision to focus on international opportunities, primarily due to the president’s vast overseas experience, starting with India where the Company has over time become a major participant in the Indian oil and gas sector. The first exploitation opportunity captured was the Hazira Gas Field near Surat in the southern portion of Gujarat State, shaping the overall business strategy of focusing on high-impact plays and providing the foundation that enabled Niko to expand its portfolio of assets.