CONSOL Energy Amends and Restates Loan Agreements Totaling $2.5 Billion

CONSOL Energy Inc. CNX has amended and restated its $1.5 billion Senior Secured Credit Agreement, effective April 12, 2011. CNX Gas Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary, has also amended and restated its Senior Secured Credit Agreement, effective April 12, 2011. The new agreement provides for a $1.0 billion revolving credit facility, which is an increase from the $700 million facility previously in effect. Both Agreements provide for a syndicated five-year term.