Alpha was established in 2000, acquired its first three licences in 2001, was appointed as a Production Operator in 2002 and achieved first production from its Helvellyn gas field in early 2004. Three further gas fields – Kilmar, Wenlock and Garrow – were brought on stream in the period 2005-2007. Alpha is now focusing on the development of the Cheviot field, working on increasing gas production and looking for opportunities to expand the current portfolio.