Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 4, 2025) - Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90) (the "Company" or "MILI") is pleased to report the commencement of a 10 hole, 2500-meter, definition drilling campaign at the company's 100% owned flagship Trojarová Antimony Gold Project (the "Project") in Slovakia, and the appointment of David Murray P.Geo as Vice President of Exploration.Highlights of the Campaign Include:Up to 10 diamond drillholes (see drill hole map below)Up to 2500m of drilling7 holes designed to confirm historical drilling results and update SLR Consulting's ongoing mineral resource estimate on the Project3 holes designed to test the deposit for NW strike continuityScott Eldridge, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, commented, "The commencement of this drilling campaign at our flagship Trojarová Project is a milestone achievement. The results of this program will allow for the completion of the Project's mineral resource estimate early in 2026 and serve as a launch pad for continued advancement of this strategic asset. Furthermore, on behalf of the board, management and our shareholders, I am excited to welcome David Murray as our Vice President of Exploration. He brings 15 years of international mineral industry experience. I look forward to working directly with David to unlock the geological potential of our antimony portfolio. His technical skills will be an asset to the Company. I also wish to sincerely thank Mr. Avrom Howard for his invaluable contributions to the role of VP Exploration over the past year."History of the Project and Historical ResourceDiscovered nearly fifty years ago, Trojarová was the focus of extensive surface and underground exploration over 2km of strike length between 1983 and 1995, including 63 diamond drillholes totaling 14,330 meters, and 1.7 kilometers of underground workings. Historical exploration efforts culminated in a historical mineral resource estimate published by the Slovak Geological institute in 1992 (see "Historical Resource Estimates" below). Per this historical estimate, at a cut-off grade of 1.0% antimony, Trojarova hosts 2.46 million tonnes averaging 2.47% antimony and 0.635 grams per tonne gold in a mineralized zone averaging 3.32 meters wide, containing approximately 60,000 tonnes of antimony insitu. The historical estimate at Trojarová was classified using the Slovak version of the newly post-Soviet Russian classification system, which uses categories not directly comparable to modern standards as defined by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy & Petroluem ("CIM") Definition Standards for Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves. The Slovak Geological Institute, the State agency that carried out all exploration and underground development work at Trojarová, classified the resource as "P1" in the Slovak version of the Russian classification system. P1 is most comparable in CIM's classification system to "Inferred Mineral Resources," which is defined by the CIM as that part of a Mineral Resource for which quantity and grade or quality are estimated on the basis of limited geological evidence gathered through appropriate sampling techniques from locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and drill holes. A qualified person has not done sufficient work to classify the historical estimate as current, and the Company is not treating the historical estimate as current. For additional information relating to the historical estimate see below under the heading "Historical Resource Estimates".The Company announced January 8th, 2025, that SLR Consulting had been engaged to complete a modern mineral resource estimate of the Trojarová Project. The current drill program supports this work by seeking to confirm historical results and validate preliminary resource models.Preliminary modelling of historical data indicates the Trojarová deposit may display a trend of thickening and increasing antimony grades to the NW. The Company has targeted projected extensions of the deposit along this vector with 3 of the 7 planned drillholes with the aim to expand the current extents of the known deposit.Appointment of New Vice President of ExplorationMr. Murray is a professional geoscientist with 15 years of experience in mineral exploration and mining. His technical experience has been gathered throughout the Americas and Europe in exploration and resource geology roles, with various technical consultancies and major mining companies including Goldcorp and Newmont. David's commodity experience is diverse specializing in orogenic gold systems and including porphyry deposits, volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS) deposits, magmatic Ni + Cu + PGE, carbonate hosted Zn, Pb + Ag, HREE and LREE as well as LCT Li pegmatites and Li brine deposits. Mr. Murray holds a Bachelor of Science with an Advanced Major in Geoscience from St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia.Mr. Murray's top technical priority will be to unlock shareholder value through the definition and growth of mineral resources at Trojarová and MILI's other antimony and related critical metals projects, along with assessing additional opportunities that may come to the Company's attention. MILI welcomes him to its executive management team on behalf of the Company's shareholders.Figure 1. Historical and proposed diamond drillholes at the Trojarová antimony & gold project, western Slovakia.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/273101_a4491c4ef4c25abc_001full.jpgAbout the ProjectDiscovered in the late 1970s, Trojarová was the focus of extensive surface and underground exploration from 1983 to 1995, with 63 core holes for a total of 14,330m, and 1.7km of underground workings completed. Efforts continued over the years as additional trenches were dug, and holes were drilled. Starting in 1990, underground development work began ultimately comprising a 300-meter-long adit connected to a 700-plus meter-long drive in the footwall of the mineralized zone with seven crosscuts into the mineralized zone for sampling purposes. These efforts culminated in a multi-volume study comprising drill logs, analyses, drill plans, maps and sections, deposit model studies, petrographic studies, metallurgical studies and more, culminating in a multi-volume compendium of reports produced by the Slovak Geological Institute published in 1992.Options GrantThe Company is pleased to announce it has granted an aggregate of 300,000 stock options (the "Options") to David Muray to purchase 300,000 common shares (the "Shares") in the capital of the Company pursuant to the Company's share option plan (the "Option Grant"). The Options, which vest immediately, are exercisable at an exercise price of $0.50 per Share for a period of five years from the date of grant.The technical contents of this release were reviewed and approved by David Murray, P.Geo, VP-Exploration for Military Metals and a qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.For more information about Military Metals Corp. and its critical minerals initiatives, please visit: https://www.militarymetalscorp.com.LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/military-metals/X: https://x.com/militarymetalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564717587797About Military Metals Corp. The Company is a British Columbia-based mineral exploration company that is primarily engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties with a focus on antimony.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD of DIRECTORSFor more information, please contact:Scott EldridgeCEO and Directorscott@militarymetalscorp.com or info@militarymetalscorp.comFor enquiries, please call 604-537-7556Historical Resource EstimatesThis news release includes disclosure of a historical resource estimate. A qualified person has not done sufficient work to classify the historical estimate included in this Presentation as current mineral resources or mineral reserves. The Company is not treag the historical estimate as current mineral resources or mineral reserves.The historical estimate quoted in this Presentation related to the Trojarova Property was taken from a compendium produced by the Slovak Geological Survey, completed in March 1992 based on exploration work undertaking in the 1980s and 1990s. It is entitled (English translation): "FINAL JOB REPORT, PEZINOK-TROJAROVA, Geological Survey State Enterprise", report compendium number 78406 (Michel et al, 1992).The Slovak Geological Institute, the state agency that carried out all exploration and underground development work at Trojarová, classified the historical resources as "P1" and "C2" in the Slovak version of the Russian classification system, respectively. These are closest within the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy & Petroleum's ("CIM") classification system to "inferred mineral resources," which is defined by the CIM as that part of a mineral resource for which quantity and grade or quality are estimated on the basis of limited geological evidence gathered through appropriate sampling techniques from locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and drill holes.The historical work carried out appears comprehensive, detailed and at a professional standard. The Company considers this historical data to be relevant as the Company will use these data as a guide to plan future exploration programs. The Company also considers the data to be reliable for these purposes. However, considerable work needs to be completed before it will be possible to classify mineralization documented at Trojárova as current mineral resources. The historical drill logs need to be translated and transcribed into a logging format suitable for resource estimation purposes. All historical collar locations along with the underground maps need to be digitized and georeferenced. All data need to be transferred to an independent, arm's length resource estimation specialist so that a three-dimensional digital deposit model can be constructed, based upon which the number, length and orientation of twin and infill holes necessary so that the historical resource can be classified as current mineral resources can be determined.Forward-Looking InformationThis news release contains "forward-looking information". Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information in this news release includes the future drilling and exploration work at Trojarová, the development of a custom antimony analytical standard, the continuation of the value of antimony, and the future needs of Europe and the E.U. specifically. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this news release. These include geopolitical developments related to the supply and value of antimony, the continued use of antimony and availability of alternatives, availability of capital and labour in respect of the property that is the subject of this news release, the results of any future exploration activities, which cannot be guaranteed, and any other future activities in respect of the property held by the Target. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company's public filings under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward looking statements if circumstances, management's estimates or opinions should change, except as required by securities legislation. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/273101 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

ZHUHAI, China, Nov 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Chimelong ferry, jointly launched by China Merchants Cruises, Trip.com, and Chimelong Group, made its grand inaugural voyage on July 8 at Shenzhen Shekou Prince Bay Cruise Homeport.To better serve international travelers, the "Chimelong Ferry" simplifies the entire journey — from booking to arrival — by offering a seamless, high-quality travel experience through its “one-stop direct access + hassle-free service” model. This approach significantly enhances cross-border convenience, enabling tourists to reach and enjoy Hengqin Chimelong International Ocean Resort with ease, while promoting deeper integration of tourism and transportation across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).Revamped End-to-End Services, Targeting Key Travel Pain PointsFor international visitors to Chimelong Resort in Hengqin, traditional inbound travel often comes with three main challenges: complicated travel routes, language barriers, and trouble handling luggage. Travelers flying via Hong Kong International Airport and heading to Guangdong usually need several transfers, which will be both time-consuming and exhausting."Chimelong Ferry" has launched targeted solutions, pioneering an innovative model that builds on "one-stop direct access + hassle-free service" that redefines travel experiences through seamlessly connected journeys.The service offers a 2.5-hour convenient route from Hong Kong Airport to Hengqin Chimelong International Ocean Resort, spanning Hong Kong Airport → Shenzhen Shekou → Hengqin. This end-to-end route significantly save transfer time.Professional Chinese-English bilingual guides and clear signage are available throughout the journey, fully eliminating language barriers. Additionally, passengers can check luggage directly from Shekou Cruise Homeport to Chimelong-affiliated hotels in Hengqin, avoiding extra handling and enjoying a hassle-free trip."Chimelong Ferry" has also upgraded services across the entire travel process: pre-departure, during the journey, and post-arrival.At the booking stage prior to departure, international travelers can conveniently purchase tickets online using major credit cards, with the platform supporting 24 languages to cater to a global audience. In addition, Trip.com offers exclusive deals for international visitors — including a 30% discount on double tickets for Chimelong’s three major resorts, and attractive hotel packages in Guangzhou and Hengqin such as “Buy 2 Adults, Get 2 Children Free.”International passengers taking the "Chimelong Ferry" can use dedicated check-in counters and immigration lanes, significantly speeding up clearance. At Shekou Cruise Homeport, the "Chimelong Ferry" VIP lounge allows passengers to complete hotel check-in and luggage drop-off in one go, eliminating transfer-related stress. The Ferry seamlessly integrates Chimelong’s iconic elements into its exterior and interior design.Upon arrival in Hengqin, passengers can board exclusive shuttle buses that take them directly to Hengqin Chimelong Resort. With convenient luggage transfer services and priority ride access, guests can jump straight into the adventure — enjoying a truly seamless and carefree experience from beginning to end.Deep Integration of "Transport + Tourism," Building a New Travel EcosystemLinking Hong Kong International Airport to Hengqin Chimelong International Ocean Resort, "Chimelong Ferry" is injecting transformative vitality into inbound tourism. Its 2.5-hour direct service, multilingual support, and seamless luggage handling system deliver an unparalleled travel experience for visitors.Its destination, Zhuhai Hengqin Chimelong International Ocean Resort, is a world-renowned tourist attraction. In June 2024, it was officially designated as a "National Tourist Resort." This year, Hengqin Chimelong received two prestigious Thea Awards: one for the spectacle show “Chimelong Show,” and another for the marine theme park “Chimelong Spaceship.”The launch of "Chimelong Ferry" not only injects fresh vitality into the inbound tourism market but also helps position the GBA as a world-class tourism destination. With continuous service upgrades, this "golden corridor" is set to become a new window showcasing China’s tourism service standards.Media contactBrand Name :Chimelong International Travel Company LimitedCity, State, Country: Room 907, 9/F, Mirror Tower, No. 61 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong KongContact Person: Marketing TeamEmail: nancy.zhang@chimelong-int.com Tele:400-883-0083Website: https://www.chimelong.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), announcing a multi-year education partnership to develop the nation's next generation of cyber-leaders and embedded software engineers, supporting Malaysia's goals to advance digital talent, industry competitiveness and regional cyber resilience in ASEAN.BlackBerry and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Announce Strategic PartnershipThe UKM and BlackBerry partnership was witnessed by the Minister of Higher Education in Malaysia, Dato' Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir and Canada's Minister of International Trade, The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. The collaboration signifies deepening ties between Canada and Malaysia and a shared commitment to bolstering regional cyber capacity and resilience against escalating digital threats."The Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia strongly supports the collaboration between UKM and BlackBerry," said Dato' Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry. "This partnership not only boosts research and innovation at the university but also benefits society, nurturing future cyber-professionals and embedded software developers with the technical and leadership skills needed to advance Malaysia's digital future."BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo and Minister of Higher Education in Malaysia, Dato' Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry Abdul KadirThe MOU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation, aiming to advance academic excellence, workforce readiness, and research leadership. It also aims to strengthen Malaysia's technology ecosystem through industry-relevant cybersecurity and software development training, internships, research grants, and globally recognized certifications for UKM students and faculty.The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Canada's Minister of International Trade continued: "Canada is a leader in cybersecurity and digital capacity across ASEAN. Partnerships like this demonstrate how Canadian innovation - from leaders such as BlackBerry - can help build trusted, secure, and future-ready digital economies. By working with institutions like Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, we're helping to develop the skilled talent and technologies that will drive shared prosperity across the region."Canada's Minister of International Trade, The Honourable Maninder Sidhu"Developing a digitally skilled workforce is critical not only for national security, but for sustainable economic growth," said John Giamatteo, Chief Executive Officer of BlackBerry. "Our collaboration with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia enables deserving individuals to access world-class training, hands-on experience, and industry mentorship - equipping future cyber-leaders with strong values and skills to advance critical sectors, drive Malaysia's economy, and protect the nation from tomorrow's threats."BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo addresses crowd at UKM signingFor budding embedded software developers pursuing careers in industries like robotics, medical and automotive, UKM students and educators will benefit from access to BlackBerry's global QNX® Everywhere program, offering expertise, curriculum development and training in QNX® Software Development Platform (SDP), along with certifications, free non-commercial QNX licenses and community development. Launched in January 2024, QNX Everywhere offers easy access for students, academic and research organizations, and hobbyists to develop knowledge of QNX® technologies that are trusted by eight of the leading medical device manufacturers and more than 45 of the leading vehicle manufacturers worldwide.BlackBerry and UKM MOU signingThe partnership reflects the commitment of both institutions to promote education, research, and innovation in areas foundational to Malaysia's digital and economic future. Guided by national policies, the partners are collaborating to:Develop curriculum and training aligned to real-world industry needsAdvance academic and research capabilities in embedded systems, secure communications, and cybersecurityFoster professional growth and leadership in technology among students and facultyDeliver dedicated ethical cyber training and support to under-privileged youthsUKM also announced it is partnering with BlackBerry and Malaysia's National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) on a new initiative called the Trustworthy Professionals program. The curriculum will combine academic learning, government support and industry expertise to provide cybersecurity training and hands-on experience for up to 50 young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. In an era of rising digital crime and fraud, the unique pilot project will focus on teaching integrity, ethics and trust, along with technical skills, aiming to instil good values to steer learners away from the misuse of digital skills.Prof. Dr. Sufian Jusoh concluded, "Our collaboration with BlackBerry represents a significant step forward in strengthening our capabilities in cybersecurity education, embedded systems and applied research. By combining UKM's academic excellence with BlackBerry's global expertise, we aim to nurture a new generation of technology leaders who are not only equipped with advanced technical knowledge but also guided by ethical values and a commitment to safeguarding our nation's digital future."About Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)Established in 1970, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is a leading research university driving academic excellence, innovation and national progress. Home to a vibrant community of scholars and researchers, UKM tackles global and local challenges through multidisciplinary research that unites science, technology, social sciences and the humanities. Internationally recognized for its commitment to sustainability, innovation and inclusivity, UKM is strengthening its focus on emerging fields such as cybersecurity, digital trust, and data protection, towards advancing Malaysia's digital resilience while shaping global discourse. With its unwavering mission to empower society and produce future-ready graduates, UKM continues to be a catalyst for knowledge, transformation and impact.For more information, visit UKM.myAbout BlackBerryBlackBerry (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) provides enterprises and governments with the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company's high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management.For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.Trademarks, including but not limited to BLACKBERRY and EMBLEM Design, are the trademarks or registered trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, and the exclusive rights to such trademarks are expressly reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services.Media Contacts:BlackBerry Media Relations+1 (519) 597-7273mediarelations@BlackBerry.comUKM Communications+60167950266berita@ukm.edu.mySOURCE: BlackBerry Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SINGAPORE, Nov 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PropertyGuru, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, unveiled the winners of the 15th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) at a black-tie gala today in Andaz Singapore.Supported by Mitsubishi Electric Asia, the 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) honoured the year’s finest real estate achievements in 44 categories, celebrating excellence in property development, design, and individual leadership.City Developments Limited won the Best Developer award for the first time since 2016, a victory complemented by a win for its project, Union Square Residences.Chia Ngiang Hong, group general manager of City Developments Limited (CDL), received the inaugural Life Achievement Award, acknowledging his over four decades of exceptional service to the Singapore property market and his exemplary leadership at the Real Estate Developers’ Association of Singapore (REDAS).Frasers Property Singapore was awarded Best Lifestyle Developer, alongside a win for Sky Eden@Bedok. Parc Greenwich, the company’s joint venture with CSC Land Group (Singapore), was also a winner.Soon Su Lin, chief executive officer of Frasers Property Singapore, was named Real Estate Personality of the Year for her strategic investments in sustainability, inclusive developments, and ambitious vision for retail and luxury development in the country.IOI Properties Group emerged as the programme’s most prolific winner, earning the Best Transnational Developer title. Its subsidiary, IOI Properties Singapore, collected four trophies for W Residences Marina View – Singapore, one trophy for W Singapore – Marina View, and two for IOI Central Boulevard Towers.UOL Group Limited returned this year with two titles: Best Sustainable Developer and Best Residential Developer. Parktown Residence, its joint venture with CapitaLand Development and Singapore Land Group Limited, won four awards.Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard, a joint venture between UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited, won the prestigious Best Condo Development (Singapore) award. University Road Developments, a project by Best Landed Developer winner Jean Yip Developments, was named Best Boutique Landed Housing Development and Best Housing Development (Singapore).Allgreen Properties Limited won Best Luxury Developer, along with a trophy for Promenade Peak, while Apex Asia Development Pte. Ltd. won Best Breakthrough Developer, supported by two wins for Artisan 8 by Apex Asia (2) Pte. Ltd. and Food Point @ Tai Seng by Tai Seng Food Point Development Pte. Ltd. The Assembly Place also returned this year with a win for Best Co Living Operator.The 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) honoured an array of developments, led by One Marina Gardens by Kingsford Marina Development Pte Ltd and River Green by Wing Tai. Other winning projects this year include Otto Place by Hoi Hup Realty Pte Ltd & Sunway Developments Pte Ltd; Tampines Connection by Soilbuild Group Holdings Ltd; and The Golden Mile by Perennial Holdings Pte Ltd and Far East Organization.Rounding out the individual honours, Oliver Siah, co-founder and managing director of Fraxtor Group, was named Rising Star for his pioneering use of blockchain technology to democratise real estate investment.Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “Singapore's legacy as a garden city is reflected in our award winners this year with innovative spaces to live, work, and thrive in harmony with nature. The winning developments clearly demonstrate a profound respect for their surroundings, whether by blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors, or sensitively preserving heritage. With transnational reach and homegrown expertise, our awardees deliver generously scaled, flexible spaces, from large-scale residences to innovative industrial projects. As we mark our 15th-year milestone in Singapore, we celebrate the achievements of developers that go for the gold standard in all aspects of design and development.”Roy Ling, the new chairperson of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) judging panel, said: “As we mark the 15th edition of the Awards, we celebrate more than architectural beauty—we honour innovation, purpose, and impact. This year’s winners remind us that great real estate is both future-ready and community-centred. From mega-developments to thoughtful heritage conservation, the award winners set new benchmarks for excellence. Congratulations to all—may your vision continue to shape a Singapore where people don’t just live and work, but truly thrive.”The independent panel of judges who selected this year’s winners consists of Roy Ling, CEO, board director, and adjunct professor, FollowTrade; Ar. Ivy Koh, director, Architecture + Design, Buildings + Cities, SJ Group; Dr Yeong Ming Keow, associate professor, National University of Singapore; Greg Shand, architect, Robert Greg Shand Architects; Henry Woon, director, Atelier Ten; Saravanan Sugumaran, managing director, Morrow Intelligence Pte Ltd; Shang Chai Chua, partner, Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP; and Zhenru Goy, principal architect, Goy Architects.HLB Singapore Foo Kon Tan supervised the selection process under the leadership of Raymond Kong and Edwin Wee, upholding the fairness, transparency, and credibility of the awards.The 15th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) is part of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which marks its historic 20th edition in 2025. Over the decades, the series has expanded from its home base of Thailand to markets such as Singapore, Australia, the Middle East, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.Top winners of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) will compete for Best in Asia honours at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final in Thailand on 12 December 2025.Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 15th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) is supported by gold sponsor Mitsubishi Electric Asia; official portal partner PropertyGuru.com.sg; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners D+A Magazine, Gazet International, SquareRooms Magazine, Tatler Asia Homes, and Top 10 Singapore; supporting association Singapore Institute of Estate Agents; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS15th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore)DEVELOPER AWARDSBest DeveloperWINNER: City Developments Limited Best Transnational DeveloperWINNER: IOI Properties GroupBest Sustainable Developer WINNER: UOL Group LimitedBest Lifestyle Developer WINNER: Frasers Property SingaporeBest Luxury DeveloperWINNER: Allgreen Properties LimitedBest Residential Developer WINNER: UOL Group LimitedBest Landed DeveloperWINNER: Jean Yip DevelopmentsBest Breakthrough DeveloperWINNER: Apex Asia Development Pte. Ltd.Best Co Living Operator WINNER: The Assembly PlaceDEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Mega Scale Luxury Condo Development WINNER: One Marina Gardens by Kingsford Marina Development Pte LtdBest Mega Scale Condo Development WINNER: Parktown Residence by CapitaLand Development, UOL Group Limited, & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Ultra Luxury Condo DevelopmentWINNER: W Residences Marina View – Singapore by IOI Properties Singapore Best Luxury Condo DevelopmentWINNER: Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard by UOL Group Limited & Singapore Land Group LimitedHIGHLY COMMENDED: Promenade Peak by Allgreen Properties LimitedBest Boutique Condo Development WINNER: Artisan 8 by Apex Asia (2) Pte. Ltd.Best Lifestyle Condo Development WINNER: W Residences Marina View – Singapore by IOI Properties Singapore Best Completed Executive Condo Development WINNER: Parc Greenwich by Frasers Property Singapore & CSC Land Group (Singapore)Best Executive Condo Development WINNER: Otto Place by Hoi Hup Realty Pte Ltd & Sunway Developments Pte LtdBest Private Condo DevelopmentWINNER: Sky Eden@Bedok by Frasers Property SingaporeBest Landed Housing Development WINNER: Springleaf Collection by The Assembly PlaceBest Boutique Landed Housing Development WINNER: University Road Developments by Jean Yip DevelopmentsBest Industrial Development WINNER: Tampines Connection by Soilbuild Group Holdings LtdBest Food Hub DevelopmentWINNER: Food Point @ Tai Seng by Tai Seng Food Point Development Pte. Ltd.HIGHLY COMMENDED: EcoFood @ Mandai by UnitedLand Development Best Mixed Use Development WINNER: Union Square Residences by City Developments LimitedBest Lifestyle Commercial Development WINNER: Odeon by UOL Group LimitedBest Heritage Conservation DevelopmentWINNER: The Golden Mile by Perennial Holdings Pte Ltd and Far East OrganizationBest Office Development WINNER: IOI Central Boulevard Towers by IOI Properties Singapore Best Boutique Hotel Development WINNER: Social on Outram by The Assembly PlaceBest Integrated Development WINNER: Parktown Residence by CapitaLand Development, UOL Group Limited, & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Sustainable Development WINNER: River Green by Wing TaiBest Co Living SpaceWINNER: Serene Living, managed by The Assembly PlaceDESIGN AWARDSBest Mega Scale Condo Architectural DesignWINNER: Parktown Residence by CapitaLand Development, UOL Group Limited, & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Luxury Condo Architectural Design WINNER: Promenade Peak by Allgreen Properties Limited HIGHLY COMMENDED: River Green by Wing TaiHIGHLY COMMENDED: Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard by UOL Group Limited & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Office Architectural Design WINNER: IOI Central Boulevard Towers by IOI Properties Singapore Best Sales Gallery Architectural Design WINNER: W Residences Marina View – Singapore by IOI Properties Singapore Best Ultra Luxury Condo Interior Design WINNER: W Residences Marina View – Singapore by IOI Properties Singapore Best Luxury Condo Interior Design WINNER: Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard by UOL Group Limited & Singapore Land Group LimitedHIGHLY COMMENDED: Promenade Peak by Allgreen Properties LimitedBest Mega Scale Condo Landscape Design WINNER: Parktown Residence by CapitaLand Development, UOL Group Limited, & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Luxury Condo Landscape Design WINNER: River Green by Wing TaiHIGHLY COMMENDED: Promenade Peak by Allgreen Properties LimitedBest Hotel Interior Design WINNER: W Singapore - Marina View by IOI Properties Singapore BEST OF SINGAPOREBest Condo Development (Singapore)WINNER: Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard by UOL Group Limited & Singapore Land Group LimitedBest Housing Development (Singapore)WINNER: University Road Developments by Jean Yip DevelopmentsINDIVIDUAL AWARDSLife Achievement AwardWINNER: Chia Ngiang Hong, Group General Manager, City Developments Limited (CDL)Real Estate Personality of the YearWINNER: Soon Su Lin, Chief Executive Officer, Frasers Property SingaporeRising StarWINNER: Oliver Siah, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Fraxtor GroupABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. In 2025, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during PropertyGuru Week in December 2025. For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com.ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 32 million property seekers monthly2 to connect with over 50,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 18 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as the region’s biggest and most respected industry recognition platform – PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, events, and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2024 and December 2024.(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2024 and December 2024.(3) Based on data between October 2024 and December 2024.(4) Based on data between July 2024 and December 2024.PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:General Enquiries:Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 954 4154E: allan@propertyguru.com Media & Partnerships:Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media and Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 701 2510E: nate@propertyguru.comSales & Nominations:Alicia Loh, Awards Manager (Singapore)M: +65 8382 0078E: alicia@propertyguru.com.sgSponsorships:Priyamani Srimokla, Account Manager, Awards SponsorshipM: +66 85 440 1655E: priya@propertyguru.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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SAN DIEGO, Nov 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world leader in uncrewed aircraft systems, is excited to participate in the upcoming 25th anniversary of the International Fighter Conference as the event's only Four-Star Lead Partner, reflecting the company's global commitment to the future of autonomous fighter jets.GA-ASI's growing production fleet of unmanned combat jets - including the MQ-20 Avenger®, XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station, and YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft - is defining the global future of autonomous and semi-autonomous combat jets, leading the way in autonomy development, manned-unmanned teaming, and affordable, rapid delivery at scale. The company's vision for its Gambit Series of modular, scalable, uncrewed fighters paves the way for U.S. forces, allies and partners to quickly evolve global air forces for the future fight.Publicly promising to build and fly a production-representative uncrewed jet fighter for the U.S. Air Force by summer 2025, GA-ASI launched its YFQ-42A CCA in August, pioneering a new era for fighter jets. Flight operations continue today across the growing fleet, cementing GA-ASI's continued dominance in UAS development and delivery while meeting anticipated timelines and remaining true to its word."The YFQ-42A is a revolutionary aircraft, and the fleet is in production and in the air today," said David R. Alexander, president of GA-ASI. "This isn't a ‘wait and see' moment. We're flying. We're delivering. And we're advancing this future of combat aviation, the same way we have for more than three decades."Since 1992, GA-ASI has delivered more than 1,300 combat aircraft to U.S. forces and international partners, surpassing more than 9 million total flight hours in 2025. The company's Predator®, Reaper®, Gray Eagle®, SkyGuardian® and SeaGuardian® aircraft continue to set the standard for medium-altitude, long-endurance UAS performance.The company's MQ-20 Avenger, an internally funded uncrewed combat jet that achieved first flight in 2009, continues to serve as a test bed for advanced autonomy integration and demonstration, incorporating and flying the latest cutting-edge software from U.S. government sources, leading industry suppliers and GA-ASI's own autonomy software development teams, often at company expense.For International Fighter Conference, Nov. 4-6 in Rome, GA-ASI plans to offer attendees a chance to see the future for themselves, with a full-scale model display of the YFQ-42A CCA co-located inside the show venue and other announcements. For more information on IFC 2025, visit https://www.defenceiq.com/events-internationalfighter.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.Contact InformationGA-ASI Media Relationsasi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.Related Images Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

LOS ANGELES, CA, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pacific Avenue Capital Partners ("Pacific Avenue"), a leading global private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex situations in the middle market, today announced it has completed the acquisition of FLSmidth Cement A/S ("FLSmidth Cement" or "Company"), from FLSmidth & Co. A/S (CPH:FLS) ("FLSmidth"). With the completion of the transaction, FLSmidth Cement will operate under the new name Fuller Technologies ("Fuller"), marking the beginning of its next chapter as an independent, technology-driven leader serving the global cement sector. Fuller is a leading solutions provider for the cement production industry focused on providing aftermarket parts and services to as well as new and replacement equipment for cement plants around the globe. The Company has manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, and Asia, and its global installed base spans over 1,400 of the world's approximate 2,700 cement plants.With more than 140 years of experience, Fuller delivers comprehensive solutions that cover the entire cement production process, from plant entry to final output. The company provides customers with a broad range of equipment and software designed for both conventional and sustainable cement production, including crushers, mills, kilns, feeders, loading systems, pneumatic conveyors, and automation controls. Beyond production, Fuller also supports its long-standing clients with an extensive portfolio of aftermarket parts and services, ensuring full lifecycle coverage for its equipment.With Pacific Avenue's support, Fuller will focus on reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner to its customers by deepening relationships and aligning more closely with their evolving needs. The Company is positioned to execute a broad set of strategic growth initiatives across its capital equipment and service delivery offerings, serving both cement production and complementary industries. By leveraging its technical expertise, innovative products, and services, Fuller will continue to drive value creation and sustainable expansion for its customers across the globe."We are proud to welcome Fuller Technologies into our portfolio. This transaction highlights Pacific Avenue's expertise in executing complex, cross-border carve-outs and supporting global businesses in achieving sustainable, long-term growth. We take pride in being the go-to solution provider for sellers seeking a seamless transition and a strong foundation for their businesses to thrive as independent companies. Under the Fuller name, the team is well-positioned to build on its rich legacy, expand its global reach, and continue delivering the innovative, mission-critical solutions that cement producers around the world rely on."-Chris Sznewajs, Founder and Managing Partner of Pacific AvenueIn addition, Pacific Avenue announced Dennis Cassidy as the new CEO of the Company, effective immediately. With a career spanning more than three decades, Mr. Cassidy is a proven industrial executive with a track record of transforming complex, global businesses through disciplined growth, operational efficiency, and large-scale transformation initiatives."This is an exciting moment for our company. As Fuller Technologies, we are embracing our legacy while charting a bold path forward as an independent leader in cement production solutions. In partnership with Pacific Avenue, we are energized to deepen our customer relationships, accelerate innovation, and expand our solution offerings. Our commitment to delivering high-performance, sustainable technologies remains unwavering, and we look forward to shaping the future of the industry together with our customers."-Dennis Cassidy, CEO of Fuller TechnologiesJ.P. Morgan served as the buy-side M&A advisor, McDermott Will & Schulte served as the buy-side legal advisor, J.P. Morgan and Citi provided acquisition financing, and KPMG provided buy-side accounting and tax services.About Pacific Avenue Capital PartnersPacific Avenue Capital Partners is a global private equity firm, headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Paris, France. The Firm is focused on corporate divestitures and other complex situations in the middle market. Pacific Avenue has extensive M&A and operations experience, allowing the Firm to navigate complex transactions and unlock value through operational improvement, capital investment, and accelerated growth. Pacific Avenue takes a collaborative approach in partnering with strong management teams to drive lasting and strategic change while assisting businesses in reaching their full potential. Pacific Avenue has approximately $3.8 billion of Assets Under Management (AUM) as of August 31, 2025 (based on Q2 2025 valuations presented pro forma for the Fund II and sidecar closings). The members of the Pacific Avenue team have closed over 120 transactions, including over 50 corporate divestitures, across a multitude of industries throughout their combined careers. For more information, please visit www.pacificavenuecapital.com.About FLSmidthFLSmidth is a full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining industry. The company enables its customers to improve performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact. MissionZero is its sustainability ambition towards zero emissions in mining by 2030. FLSmidth works within fully validated Science-Based Targets, have a clear commitment to improving the sustainability performance of the global mining industry and aim to become carbon neutral in its own operations by 2030. Visit www.fls.com.Contact InformationChris BaddonPrincipalcbaddon@pacificavenuecapital.comSOURCE: Pacific Avenue Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

The $14.1 million project, announced at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers' Meeting, unites Canadian, Ukrainian, and American partners to produce ultra-high-purity graphite for global battery, defence, and advanced-material markets.Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 3, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") under the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") for conditional approval of a non-repayable contribution of up to $14,062,500 pending final due diligence. The funding will support Focus Graphite's project, "Transformation of Canadian Flake Graphite into Ultra-High Purity Battery & Advanced Materials Using Electrothermal Fluidized Bed Technology" (the "Project"). The Project unites Canadians, Ukrainian, and American partners to produce ultra-high purity graphite for global battery, aerospace, defence, and advanced material markets.Highlights:Up to $14.1 Million Non-Repayable Federal Contribution Funding: Announced by the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, at the G7 Energy and Environment Minister's Meeting in Toronto under NRCan's Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI), to support the establishment of Canada's first commercial, scalable electrothermal fluidized bed purification demonstration facility, advancing domestic critical mineral processing capacity and creating skilled Canadian jobs.Environmentally Friendly Technology: This continuous process produces ultra-high purity graphite with zero liquid waste, lower emissions, and an ESG-aligned pathway to supply advanced battery, defence, aerospace, and clean technology markets.International Collaboration: Engineering led by Ukraine's Thermal & Material Engineering Center, using Canadian graphite feedstock and U.S.-based American Energy Technologies Company's expertise in electrothermal purification, with final assembly in Canada.BEACONS Battery Prototyping Partnership: Focus has partnered with the University of Texas at Dallas, representing the BEACONS Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. Department of War-supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security.Path to Commercialization: This initiative establishes the foundation for large-scale production of Quebec-sourced graphite from Lac Knife and Tetepisca, supporting Canada's goal of secure, allied, and sustainable critical-mineral supply chains.This represents the largest federal award in the Company's history, supporting the development of Canada's first chemical-free continual fluidized electrothermal purification demonstration facility for natural flake graphite. The Project will use Quebec-sourced feedstock from Focus's Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca deposits, two of North America's highest-grade natural graphite resources, to produce ultra-high-purity (>99.95% C) graphite, suitable for battery, aerospace, defence, nuclear and a host of advanced-material applications, including graphene. The Company may access the contribution funding up until March 2028.The continuous electrothermal fluidized bed technology initiative will be carried out through collaboration with Ukraine's Thermal & Material Engineering Center ("TMEC"). TMEC will lead full project management for the demonstration unit, overseeing engineering design, construction, fabrication, system integration, and training. The company brings extensive experience in the design, engineering, and management of advanced high-temperature reactor systems and continuous fluidized bed technology development. American Energy Technologies Company ("AETC"), a recognized specialist in carbon materials, electrothermal purification, and fluidized bed furnace technologies, will continue providing processing and thermal purification services to support near-term customer sampling and product qualification.Over the past several years, the Company has invested substantial time and capital to de-risk the purification pathway, working with U.S.-based AETC to validate the process on Lac Knife graphite feedstock. Detailed characterization confirmed that impurities in Focus's natural flake graphite occur predominantly along the flake boundaries rather than within the crystalline lattice, a feature that makes the material particularly responsive to high-temperature electrothermal purification. Using AETC's proprietary electrothermal fluidized-bed furnace, Focus successfully achieved over 99.999%+ C (five-nine purity or nuclear grade) without any chemical reagents. These results validated the scalability and environmental integrity of the process, laying the foundation for today's GPI-funded demonstration facility and its potential extension into rare earth element (REE) purification applications. As construction of the Canadian demonstration facility proceeds, Focus expects to continue working closely with AETC to purify additional material through its commercial-scale furnace, supporting near-term customer sampling, product qualification, and market off-take engagement. This parallel commercialization strategy ensures uninterrupted material availability while advancing the Company toward domestic electrothermal processing capacity.This initiative will also strengthen several ongoing partnerships, including Focus Graphite's upcoming work with the University of Texas at Dallas's BEACONS ("BEACONS") Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. DoW-supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security battery prototyping facility, which will accelerate the development, validation, and commercialization of this green purification technology. BEACONS will independently evaluate and qualify Focus's purified graphite and siliconized anode materials for defence and dual-use battery applications.Collectively, these collaborations represent the first of several anticipated global partnerships, combining Ukrainian engineering innovation, Canadian critical-mineral resources, and U.S. defence-focused validation, as Focus Graphite advances its strategy to ship purified material worldwide for testing, validation, and qualification across commercial, aerospace, and defence markets."We are grateful to NRCan for its support and vision in assisting Focus Graphite and companies like ours in achieving our shared goal of securing North American supply chains for Canada and its G7 partners," said Dean Hanisch, CEO of Focus Graphite. "This project represents Canada's first commercial, scalable, continuous electrothermal fluidized bed purification system, powered entirely by renewable hydroelectricity and operating without the use of chemicals. NRCan's financial support is instrumental in advancing this breakthrough initiative, helping to accelerate domestic processing capacity and strengthen Canada's position in the global critical minerals sector. It marks a significant step toward building a sustainable ecosystem that supports advanced battery, defence, aerospace, and clean technology applications.""Research and development are at the heart of building resilient and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. Through the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan, we are collaborating with trusted international partners to advance innovative projects - like the work led by Focus Graphite - that reduce environmental impacts, maximize production and strengthen Canada and our allies' competitive edge," said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources."Research and development are the driving forces behind Canada's leadership in critical minerals. Through strategic collaboration with international partners and innovative companies like Focus Graphite, we are accelerating breakthroughs across the supply chain - from exploration to processing - ensuring our solutions are sustainable, competitive and globally impactful," added Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.Engineering Partnership with TMEC: Building Canada's First Electrothermal Purification SystemFocus has entered into a formal Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC ("TMEС") on October 6, 2025, to engineer, project manage and deliver the installation of a demonstration-scale electrothermal fluidized bed ("EFB") furnace capable of continuous purification of natural graphite at industrial temperatures exceeding 2,500 °C.Under the MOU:TMEC will design and engineer the complete EFB system, including process flowcharts, power and gas management, automation, and control integration.The furnace and all components will be fabricated and constructed locally in Canada under TMEC's technical supervision, allowing Focus Graphite to build domestic expertise, ensure secure project delivery, and support local economic development.The system will be designed for 100 kg/hour capacity, providing the foundation for a scalable commercial demonstration facility in Baie-Comeau or Sept-Îles, Quebec.Focus Graphite will retain full operational ownership, including unrestricted commercial use of the system and all purified graphite output.TMEC will provide operational training, documentation, and process integration know-how, ensuring effective technology transfer to Focus Graphite and contributing to the development of long-term technical expertise and manufacturing capability within Canada."Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC is proud to collaborate with Focus Graphite Inc. and deeply appreciates the support of the Government of Canada in fostering strong partnerships between Ukraine and Canada. This cooperation not only strengthens our industrial and technological ties but also contributes to supporting Ukraine's economy during a pivotal time. We are excited to work alongside Focus Graphite to bring this innovative and environmentally friendly graphite purification technology to Canada. This project advances chemical-free processing of critical minerals and supports Canada's goals of building secure, sustainable, and resilient North American supply chains", said Simon Hubynskyi, CEO.BEACONS Collaboration: North American Validation for Advanced Battery and Defence ApplicationsIn parallel to its engineering partnership with TMEC, Focus has entered a non-binding Letter of Intent ("LOI") on October 20, 2025 with The University of Texas at Dallas, representing the BEACONS Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. DoW supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security.The project overview outlines a multi-phase validation program designed to demonstrate the performance of Focus's purified anode materials in U.S. DoW standard battery systems.Phase I: DoW-Standard 18650 Cell Prototyping: BEACONS will fabricate and test 18650-format lithium-ion battery cells using Focus Graphite's purified natural flake graphite as the anode material. The program aims to generate statistically significant performance data including cycle life, energy density, and charge-retention metrics to establish a validated, North American source of graphite anode material suitable for integration into U.S. and Canadian defence and energy platformsPhase II: Siliconized Graphite Development: BEACONS intends to collaborate further with Focus Graphite to develop a next-generation siliconized graphite anode, utilizing Focus's patent pending process and a North American-sourced, non-silane silicon feedstock. This program will prototype Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)-standard pouch cells, with the goal of creating a commercially viable, high-energy-density anode that advances energy storage capabilities for both the U.S. DoW and Canada's Department of National Defence ("DND").Network-Wide Integration: Upon successful validation, the purified graphite will be made available through BEACONS' network of users which includes cell manufacturers, equipment developers, and academic researchers-for further testing with complementary cathode and electrolyte systems, reinforcing cross-border supply-chain interoperability.This collaboration positions the Company at the center of North American anode-material validation, linking Canadian upstream resources to U.S. defence-grade testing and commercialization pipelines. Beyond these initial efforts, both parties recognize the potential to expand into testing and validation of additional advanced materials within BEACONS' network, creating a foundation for ongoing joint research and product development across the allied energy and defence ecosystem."We identified BEACONS as the ideal collaborator for this vertical given its DoW supported mandate to validate next-generation energy materials under real-world defence and flight-system testing standards," said Jason Latkowcer, VP Corporate Development. "For investors and allied industries, this collaboration represents a gateway for Focus Graphite into North American and NATO supply chains, helping reduce dependency on adversarial sources and ensuring that critical defence and aerospace equipment are never reliant on foreign-controlled materials.""The G7's focus on critical minerals highlights the urgency of strengthening domestic energy infrastructure. This collaboration positions UT Dallas's BEACONS as a hub where innovative materials meet rigorous testing and validation, translating promising technologies into deployable solutions for the North American market," said Dr. Joseph Pancrazio, VP for Research and Innovation at UT Dallas.Advancing Canada's Strategic and Environmental Independence in Critical MineralsThe GPI funding will help Canada strengthen secure and low-carbon critical mineral supply chains while reducing dependence on purification infrastructure currently dominated by other countries. Using electrothermal fluidized-bed technology, Focus will demonstrate a clean and scalable purification process.This project aligns with the goals of Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy by establishing a domestic purification capability for Canadian-sourced graphite. It will create skilled jobs, support regional economic development, and enable Canadian-controlled production of battery-grade materials. By building this homegrown purification capacity, Focus is helping Canada and its allies process and qualify critical materials within North America, advancing environmental responsibility, energy security, and manufacturing resilience.Expanding Allied Market Access and Global Qualification PathwaysThrough this GPI-funded initiative, Focus will produce and distribute qualification samples to G7 and NATO-aligned partners. The project will also establish Canada's first commercial-scale graphite purification hub, offering mines, research institutions, and manufacturers a sustainable alternative to imported materials. This initiative directly addresses Canada's upstream bottleneck in establishing domestic large-scale purification capacity, and complements Ottawa's Critical Minerals Strategy. Focus looks forward to updating local First Nations communities as the Project advances, to explore opportunities for participation, collaboration, and shared economic benefits in the spirit of respect and partnership.Focus's electrothermal platform is designed for clean, high-temperature purification of graphite and, over the longer term, may be adaptable to rare earth element (REE) purification. Current REE processing already uses thermal and pyrometallurgical techniques such as vacuum distillation, molten-salt electrolysis, and fluidized-bed calcination to achieve ultra-high purities. As the demonstration advances, Focus plans to collaborate with Canadian research institutions (e.g. the National Research Council of Canada) to explore how its electrothermal technology could apply to selective impurity removal and de-oxidation in REE flowsheets, potentially opening new avenues for clean, domestic processing of strategic materials.Qualified PersonDr. Joseph Doninger, Focus Graphite's Director of Technology and Manufacturing is the Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects - has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release. Dr. Doninger is the developer and co-developer of a number of U.S., European and Canadian patents related to carbon processing methodologies and processing equipment. Also, a chemical engineer, Dr. Doninger is the author and co-author of some two dozen technical papers and studies related to graphite composite anodes; carbon-based materials for electrochemical energy storage systems; advanced graphite for Lithium-ion batteries and other related publications.About the Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI)Administered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), The GPI program fosters international collaboration on critical mineral development and technology deployment that enhance Canada's leadership in sustainable resource processing, value-added manufacturing and supply-chain security.About Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC (TMEC)TMEC is a leading engineering company specializing in the development and implementation of innovative, science-driven technologies in thermal engineering, thermal processing, chemical catalysis, and materials science. TMEC serves industrial enterprises and research laboratories worldwide.TMEC's base spans across the EU (Belgium, France, Ireland, Poland, Slovenia), North America (the U.S., Canada), and Australia.As of today, TMEC offers a wide range of engineering services, including laboratory research, prototype validation, the design of laboratory and industrial equipment, and the implementation of technological solutions in various industries.For more information on TMEC please visit https://tmec.com.uaAbout BEACONS BEACONS fast-tracks energy storage innovation to reclaim domestic authority, closing critical battery technology and manufacturing excellence gaps. Its IP-secure prototyping facilities deliver trusted results, helping companies scale faster, build resilient supply chains, and bolster national security.Based at The University of Texas at Dallas, BEACONS works with U.S. companies to drive transformative energy storage solutions essential to defense, industry growth, and economic stability from mining to cells to systems.Supported by the Department of War's Office of Industrial Base Policy and its Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization (MCEIP) office, BEACONS plays a key role in the Pathfinder program, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, onshore manufacturing capabilities, and workforce readiness to strengthen America's energy leadership.For more information on BEACONS please visit https://beaconsusa.orgAbout American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC).American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC) is a woman-owned, privately-held business which conducts operations out of the greater Chicago area. In its Wheeling, IL facility, AETC operates three business units: a manufacturing plant making battery-ready graphite and carbon materials, a pilot demonstration facility for battery materials and graphite dispersions, and a fully functional applications laboratory supporting the above business units.AETC works with industrial partners and manufacturing groups worldwide, including the U.S. Department of War, to ensure materials meet performance standards and strategic requirements. Their facilities are equipped for testing, downstream processing, AI-driven manufacturing and carbon material development.For more information on AETC please visit https://www.usaenergytech.comAbout Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Focus Graphite's flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Focus Graphite's Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, they go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Focus Graphite's commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated benefits and potential outcomes of the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") funding award; the design, construction, and commissioning of the Company's proposed electrothermal purification demonstration facility; the timing, scope, and success of collaborations with the Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC ("TMEC") of Ukraine, the University of Texas at Dallas's BEACONS battery prototyping facility, and American Energy Technologies Co. ("AETC"); the ability of these partnerships to achieve stated technical, engineering, or commercial objectives; and the possible adaptation of the Company's electrothermal technology to rare earth element purification. Forward-looking information also includes statements regarding the Company's expectations concerning the scalability, cost-effectiveness, environmental performance, and commercial viability of its purification process; its ability to advance into future project phases or secure additional funding; the establishment of potential downstream or offtake partnerships; and the positioning of the Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects as contributors to North American and allied critical-mineral supply chains.All such forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors-many of which are beyond the Company's control-that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein. Such factors include, but are not limited to, uncertainties relating to regulatory approvals, geopolitical events (including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine), supply-chain disruptions, inflationary pressures on capital expenditures, access to skilled labor and materials, fluctuations in graphite and energy markets, the ability to maintain project timelines, and the performance of third-party contractors and partners. There can be no assurance that anticipated technical milestones or commercial outcomes will be realized as planned, or at all.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/272975 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 3, 2025) - Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) ("Founders" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a subscription agreement with Gold Fields Netherlands Services B.V., an affiliate of Gold Fields Limited (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) ("Gold Fields"), whereby Gold Fields will acquire 12,048,193 common shares of the Company (the "Common Shares"), at a price of $4.15 per Common Share by way of a non-brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of $50,000,000.Proceeds from the strategic investment will be used for land consolidation, regional exploration activities, working capital, and general corporate purposes at the Company's Antino Gold Project in southeastern Suriname ("Antino"). National Bank Capital Markets is acting as financial advisor.Colin Padget, President and CEO of Founders Metals, commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Gold Fields, a top-tier global gold producer, as a strategic partner. Combining Founders' position as the largest and most advanced gold explorer in Suriname with the technical capabilities of a company having decades of experience developing world-class gold deposits positions us to rapidly advance work at Antino. This partnership further underscores Suriname's potential as an emerging gold jurisdiction globally. With this capital, we are dedicating our full attention to unlocking Antino's potential—expanding our land position and aggressively advancing regional-scale exploration across multiple high-grade targets—building value for all shareholders."Investor Rights AgreementIn connection with the strategic investment, Founders Metals and Gold Fields will enter into an Investor Rights Agreement (the "IRA") at closing, pursuant to which, and provided that Gold Fields maintains certain shareholding thresholds, Gold Fields will have top-up and financing participation rights, technical committee representation rights, and the right to appoint one nominee to the Company's board of directors if Gold Fields' ownership reaches or exceeds 12.5%.In support of technical collaboration between Founders and Gold Fields, Gold Fields will additionally have the right to second technical staff into Lawa Gold N.V., the project company, subject to acceptance by the Company and in compliance with applicable Surinamese laws and regulations.Closing and Regulatory ApprovalsThe transaction is expected to close on or about November 10, 2025, subject to customary conditions including TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") approval. All Common Shares issued pursuant to the subscription will be subject to a four-month and a day hold period in accordance with applicable Canadian securities legislation.About Gold Fields LimitedGold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with nine operating mines in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Chile and Peru and one project in Canada. The Company has a total attributable annual gold-equivalent production of 2.1 Moz, proved and probable Gold Mineral Reserves of 44.3 Moz, measured and indicated Gold Mineral Resources of 30.4 Moz (excluding Mineral Reserves) and inferred Gold Mineral Resources of 11.6 Moz (excluding Mineral Reserves). Gold Fields' shares are listed on the JSE and American depositary shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange.About Founders Metals Inc.Founders Metals is a Canadian-based exploration company focused on advancing the Antino Gold Project located in Suriname, South America, in the heart of the Guiana Shield. Antino is 56,000 ha and has produced over 500,000 ounces of gold from historical surface and alluvial mining to date1. The Company is systematically advancing one of Suriname's most promising gold exploration and development opportunities with drill-confirmed, district-scale potential. Founders is committed to responsible exploration, community engagement, and delivering long-term value to shareholders through technical excellence and strategic growth in the Guiana Shield.12022 Technical Report - Antino Project; Suriname, South America. K. Raffle, BSc, P. Geo & Rock Lefrançois, BSc, P.Geo.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,Per: "Colin Padget"Colin Padget President, Chief Executive Officer, and DirectorContact InformationKatie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate DevelopmentTel: 306 537 8903 | katiem@fdrmetals.comHarp Gosal, Director, Investor RelationsTel: 236 301 4211 | harpg@fdrmetals.comCautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationThis press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding the use of proceeds, entering the IRA, Gold Fields right thereunder and exercise of those rights, approval of the TSXV and the anticipated closing date. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", "believes", or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" occur or be achieved.Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: general business and economic uncertainties; exploration results; mining industry risks; failure to obtain TSXV approval; dilution respecting additional investment in the Company, that the use of proceeds may not be expended as anticipated by the Company, and other factors described in the Company's most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/272916 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Additionally, nearly 3/5 of Mexican adults claim to have experienced a scam in the last year, with each scam victim being scammed on average 1.8 times.With widespread financial lossesShopping scams (55%), investment scams (48%) and unexpected money scams (47%) are the most common types of scams in Mexico, with some having money stolen via email while others received kidnapping threats. Additionally, over 1/3 of Mexican adults claim to have lost money to scams in the last year. Wire or bank transfers (55%) and debitcard payments (21%) are the most common methods used by scammers to receive payment. Of those who have experienced being scammed, 2/3 have reported the scam to the payment service, and half of those were not able to recover any money lost.And limited confidence in reportingScam encounters are frequent in Mexico, with 12% of Mexican adults encountering a scam multiple times a week. Over the past 12 months, over half of those who have encountered a scam have reported it at least once. However, those who reported the scam encounter said that either no action was taken (37%) or they are not sure what the outcome was (15%). Half of those who have never reported a scam encounter said they did not report it because they were unsure who to report the scam to, while over 1/3 did not think it would make a difference/no action would be taken.Leading to increased vigilance97% of Mexican adults claim to take at least one step to check if an offer is legitimate or a scam. The most common step taken is searching for reviews on other websites (36%), reflecting high effectiveness against scams.And rising calls for accountability1/3 of Mexican adults believe full repayment to the victim should be the top penalty for scammers, however, 19% believe in more severe punishment such as jail time of 6 to 10 or more years. Scams in Mexico continue to take a heavy toll, causing financial losses, emotional strain and prompting calls for greater protections and stricter consequences."These findings show both the scale of the challenge and the resilience of the Mexican people. Despite facing scams every few days, most adults are taking steps to verify information and protect themselves. Now it is time for organizations, regulators, and companies to match that vigilance with concrete measures to make Mexico a safer place online," said Sissi de la Peña, Director of GASA Chapter Mexico.Read the report & join our webinar:Full reportNovember 5 webinarRead the full release, including methodology & boilerplateContact InformationMetje van der MeerMarketing Directormetje.vandermeer@gasa.orgSOURCE: Global Anti-Scam Alliance Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Alltronics Holdings Limited (“Alltronics” or the “Group”) (SEHK: 833), a leading manufacturer of electronic products, is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of the 51% issued share capital of EME Limited (the “Target Company”), a strategic move expected to enhance the Group’s research and development (“R&D”) capabilities and diversify its geographical footprint.Upon completion, EME Limited and its subsidiaries (“Target Group”) will become indirect non-wholly owned subsidiaries of Alltronics, and the financial results of the Target Group will be consolidated into the Group’s consolidated financial statements.EME Limited engages in the business of research and development, manufacturing and sale of electronic products. Alltronics will leverage its proven track record in innovation and product development to enhance its own technological capabilities and accelerate the development of new products and solutions. Meanwhile, EME Limited has established a strong market presence in Europe with an extensive sales network and customer base, which will significantly supplement and diversify the Group’s existing sales markets.As the Group is in the process of opening new manufacturing facilities in Malaysia and Vietnam as part of its strategic expansion plan, certain existing production activities will be relocated from its factories in the PRC to these new production facilities. EME Limited’s business operations are expected to generate additional production orders and business opportunities that can effectively utilise the remaining production capacity at the Group’s existing PRC factories.Mr. Lam Yin Kee, Chairman and Executive Director of Alltronics, said, “This acquisition represents a key step in realising our strategic growth plan. By leveraging EME Limited’s strong R&D expertise and established customer network, we will enhance our technological capabilities, accelerate innovation, and expand our market reach. We are confident these synergies will strengthen our competitive position in the electronics industry, and enhance our overall stability and growth prospects.”Mr. Lam Chee Tai, Eric, Chief Executive and Executive Director of Alltronics, added, “With the integration of EME Limited into our Group, we are better positioned to optimize our production resources, maximising the utilisation efficiency of our manufacturing assets and maintaining stable operations at all manufacturing facilities. This will drive greater operational efficiency and cost effectiveness, supporting sustainable growth and long-term value for our stakeholders.”About Alltronics Holdings Limited (Stock code: 833)Alltronics Holdings Limited is mainly engaged in the design and manufacture of a wide range of electronic products with quality and style. The Company is a constituent stock of the Morgan Stanley Capital International (“MSCI”) Hong Kong Micro Cap Index. For more information, please visit the company website http://www.alltronics.com.hk/ Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

JAKARTA, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wintermar booked a 25.1%YOY rise in 9M2025 Operating Profit to US$14.7million, supported by an 11.6% increase in Owned Vessel Revenue and rising Gross Margins.Owned Vessel DivisionOwned Vessel Revenue rose by 11.6%YOY to US$50.3million for 9M2025, driven by a significant increase in High Tier vessel utilization to 76% for 9M2025 compared to 59% in 9M2024.Average charter rates for our fleet have risen around 5% since end 2024 whereas average utilization for 9M2025 was 60.4%, lower than utilization rates of 67% achieved in 9M2024. The lower utilization stemmed from the large number of spot contracts for our mid-tier fleet in 2025, which is characteristic of this early phase of the oil and gas investment cycle where most of the OSV demand is for seismic/survey or the exploration and construction, where projects tend to be completed in several weeks. In the mid-tier segment, the utilization of HLB was lower in 3Q2025 compared to 2Q2025 due to completion of spot contracts.Overall, the higher charter rates for the fleet compensated for lower overall fleet utilization this year, leading to a rise in gross margins for the Owned Vessel Division to 38% from 30% in 9M2024. Total Gross Profit for the Owned Vessel Division amounted to US$20.1million (+29.6%YOY) for 9M2025. Although the fleet is still impacted by fluctuations in quarter-to-quarter utilization as the majority of vessels are still on spot contracts, we are confident that there will be longer term contracts coming up in 2026-2027 as more projects head into the development and production phase of the oil and gas investment cycle.Chartering Division and Other ServicesContribution from the Chartering Division has declined, with gross profit of US$0.35million for 9M2025 compared to US$1.2million in 9M2024. This was because a few chartered vessels completed a project which will not be resuming this year. This reduction has been offset by higher Gross Profit from Other Services, which rose 8.1%YOY to US$1.8million from an increase in commissions, fees and other service income.Direct Expenses and Gross ProfitTotal Owned Vessel Direct Costs rose by 2.2%YOY to US$30.2million for 9M2025, due to higher depreciation and crewing costs. Depreciation rose to US$10.5million (+3.6%YOY) with the operation of 3 additional HLB vessels and 1 PSV compared to 9M2024. Crewing costs roseto US$8.1million (+7.6%YOY) as a result of a higher number of Dynamic Positioning (DP) vessels in the fleet and higher salaries for crew on international contracts. Fuel costs are borne by charterers while a vessel is on contract, and with more high tier vessels chartered out compared to the previous year, the overall fuel expenses fell by 19.1% YOY to US$1.76million in 9M2025.Indirect Expenses and Operating ProfitTotal Indirect Expenses rose by 14%YOY or US$0.9million to US$7.5million for 9M2025, with salary costs, employee benefits and staff training accounting for US$0.6million of this increase. As our business has expanded internationally, we have invested more heavily into human resources, particularly in the technical and technology divisions, and expanded our crew training and development programs to invest in developing young marine graduates and electrical engineers to have practical experience on board our fleet to be ready for future international operations.Operating Profit grew by 25.1% YOY to US$14.7million for 9M2025 compared to US$11.8million in 9M2024. Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable ProfitNet interest expenses rose by US$0.4million as higher interest expenses were offset by interest income. Net gearing stands at only 0.6% as at end September 2025. Equity in Associate Companies fell to US$0.6million in 9M2025, from US$2.1million in 9M2024, due to poorer utilization in 3Q2025 and increased capital costs related to the award of a new long-term contract.There were no vessel sales in 3Q2025, and only one vessel sold in 2Q2025, realizing a gain of US$1.7million for 9M2025. This represents a sharp decline compared to 2024 which included a large one-off gain booked from vessel sales in 2024 where the Company made US$17.4million from the sale of several vessels including a significant gain from the sale of a PSV.Total Other Income for 9M2025 stood at US$1.3million which resulted in a net income before tax of US$16.1million for the nine months period year to date.Net profit attributable to shareholders for 9M2025 amounted to US$9.2million compared to US$19.7million in 9M2024. Net income before Non-Controlling Interest in 9M2025 fell to US$14.4million compared to US$27.2million in 9M2024 which included the impact of the PSV sale. EBITDA for 9M2025 rose by 15%YOY to US$25.5million, compared to US$22.1million in 9M2024. This reflects the strong cash flow enjoyed by the Company as most of the past vessel loans have been repaid.Industry Outlook The OSV industry was not spared from the global uncertainty in investor sentiment this year. Concerns over US tariffs and a potential global economic slowdown caused oil prices to trend lower, which led to a more cautious environment and delays in contract awards. Charter rates for OSVs which had risen sharply from 2021 to 2024 also saw a correction this year.The Oil and Gas investment cycle is a long-term cycle over several years from award of concessions to production. Due to the lack of investment in new reserves over a 8-year period until 2021, we are firmly optimistic that the longer-term fundamentals indicate continued investment in oil and gas exploration. In the Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) industry, there has been nearly no newbuilding of high tier Dynamic Positioning (DP) equipped vessels from 2015 to 2022. The softening in OSV charter rates this year is expected to be short term in nature as the limited supply of operationally ready OSVs points to a sustained shortage of OSV supply in the coming years. This is illustrated in the chart below, which shows the active fleet compared with the small number of idle PSVs and charter rates for the period 2023-2025. From the data, demand continues to be high with overall global fleet utilization close to 90%.Business ProspectsThe short-term weakness in oil prices over the past quarter reflects the volatile geopolitical sentiment which has been driven by changing news flows more than industry fundamentals. The structural outlook for oil and gas supply support stable oil prices, resulting from years of underinvestment in new reserves. In 2025, there have been several projects in Indonesia which are still at the early stage of the investment cycle, where seismic and exploration work only necessitates spot contracts. This has caused volatility in our fleet utilization. However, the long investment cycle from exploration to production indicates that there will be more demand in the coming years as these projects will continue towards production targets in 2027. This will underpin OSV demand in the coming years. Taking into consideration the limited orderbooks for new OSVs to be delivered in the coming years, we remain very optimistic that charter rates and utilization will improve in the coming years, as we continue to add high value vessels.Award of long-term contract in BruneiOur associate company, Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd (FOS), based in Singapore, has been awarded a tender to supply 5 newbuild 55-metre Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) under a five-year charter contract in Brunei for delivery in 2027. Construction of the vessels has commenced, and WINS has participated in a rights issue to support this project. The vessels are being constructed by FOS in Singapore and Batam. This new long-term contract provides secure future earnings and fleet renewal for FOS, thereby improving the financial & revenue contribution to the Company.About Wintermar Offshore Marine GroupWintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com .For further information, please contact:Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFAInvestor RelationsPT Wintermar Offshore Marine TbkTel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Star Plus Legend Holdings Limited (“Star Plus Legend” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiary, the “Group”, stock code: 6683.HK), announced that the Group, through an industrial fund, has subscribed no more than 7% of the issued share capital (the “Investment”) of Galaxy Corporation Co., Ltd (“Galaxy”), a well-known entertainment management company in South Korea. The first closing of the Industry Fund was completed, and the Group has contributed US$8 million to subscribe for the Industry Fund’s Interest, being 16% of the Interest. The remaining Interest were held by two Independent Third Parties. The Investment is expected to create synergy for the Group through various cooperations with Galaxy and artists managed by it. The Group is currently engaged in advanced discussions with Galaxy regarding details of the strategic partnership, including but not limited to collaborations with Galaxy’s artists on exhibitions, concerts, and the development of artist IP and related merchandise.Galaxy boasts a roster of globally influential artists, including Kwon Ji-Yong (also known as G Dragon), Kim Jong-kook and Song Kanghao. Becoming a strategic shareholder of Galaxy marks a key milestone in the Company’s global IP expansion. This investment will not only strengthen the Company’s deep collaboration with top international celebrity IPs, but also inject strong momentum into its strategic vision of building a “global IP development and operation platform”.Two Industry-leading Powerhouses Join Forces to Seize the High Ground of Global Top-tier IP ResourcesIn recent years, the Company has continued to expand its IP portfolio, led by two flagship celebrity IPs “CHOUCHOU” and “Coach Liu”, and the cumulative number of fans of the IP portfolio has reached 280 million. The Company also recently introduced a new original IP character, “WAKAEMO.” As the copyright owner of Jay Chou’s official Nijgen-style personality “CHOUCHOU,” the Company has successfully extended the IP’s licensing to five major sectors, including fashion, cultural and creative products, and 3C electronics. To date, “CHOUCHOU” has collaborated with over 200 brands, generating cumulative co-branded product sales exceeding RMB 1 billion.Galaxy holds artist IPs that possess exceptional rarity and strategic value, including Kwon Ji-Yong (a highly influential figure in the world of K-pop), Kim Jong-kook (best known internationally for his roles in Korean variety shows such as Running Man) and Song Kanghao (a global icon in cinemas and lead actor in movies including Parasite and A Taxi Driver). The global influence and commercial value of these renowned artists will provide strong support for the Company as it expands across Asia and beyond, marking a significant leap in the Company’s IP strategy from the Chinese-speaking market to the global stage.The Company’s celebrity IPs, particularly those related to Jay Chou, demonstrate immense commercial potential, a solid fan base, and strong market appeal. The partnership between these two industry-leading powerhouses represents not only a strategic integration of resources, but also a mutual empowerment of brand influence. This collaboration is expected to significantly enhance both parties’ global visibility and unlock broader international cooperation opportunities. The strategic value of IP has already been recognized by the market: Star Plus Legend’s stock price once surged over 160% in a single day following Jay Chou’s debut on Douyin as “CHOUCHOU.”This investment aligns seamlessly with the Company’s recent series of strategic initiatives. From launching a collaboration program with 100 international pop artists, to partnering with Unitree Robotics in developing IP-based smart robots, and becoming the only private-sector shareholder of the National Stadium (Bird’s Nest), the Company is building a global ecosystem that integrates “IP + Products + Technology + Channels.” The investment in Galaxy represents a crucial step in this strategic blueprint, expected to generate new growth momentum and unlock the limitless potential of the “IP+” model.Unlocking the Commercial Potential of Global IPs and Building a Worldwide IP EcosystemThe Company plans to collaborate closely with Galaxy across multiple areas, including global concert tours, large-scale themed exhibitions, and the creation and development of celebrity IPs and related merchandise. By leveraging Galaxy’s artist resources, the Company will apply its mature capabilities in IP creation and end-to-end operations to bring these collaborative projects to global markets, enabling scalable expansion of its business model.In addition, by becoming a strategic shareholder of Galaxy, the Company establishes a capital linkage that systematically connects it to a diversified and mature pool of international IP resources. This provides a richer content foundation and more stable resource support for IP operations, strongly underpinning the Company’s goal of building a “global IP development and operation platform” and advancing toward a value-maximizing, sustainable IP ecosystem.The key highlight of this collaboration lies in the synergy between the Company’ top-tier celebrity IPs and its mature IP operation system, and Galaxy’s world-class international IP assets. Future cooperation between the two parties is expected to go beyond the one-way export of proven business models, aiming instead to achieve deep resonance between global top-tier IPs and operational capabilities in international markets. This not only promises substantive expansion of the Company’s business footprint but also has the potential to reshape market valuation logic, opening up a more imaginative growth space for investors. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – FWD Group Holdings Limited (“FWD Group” or “FWD”) today announced strong new business growth for the nine months ended 30 September 2025[1].New business sales were up 37 per cent to US$1.935 billion compared to the same period in 2024 on an annualised premium equivalent (APE) basis.New business contractual service margin was US$1.158 billion, with year-on-year growth of 27 per cent.Refinanced US$1.15 billion of debt in September and redeemed US$500 million of debt by mainly utilising recent initial public offering (IPO) proceeds. This reduced leverage to 21.8 per cent[2] and lowered annualised financing costs by ~US$72 million.Continued to anticipate and respond to rapidly evolving customer needs for protection, health, and savings, with over 40 new products introduced in 2025.Huynh Thanh Phong, Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of FWD Group, said, “We’re thrilled to report strong new business results, powered by organic growth across most of the 10 Asian markets where FWD Group operates. A positive indicator of value creation for our shareholders is the surge in our new business contractual service margin, which continues to strengthen our CSM balance and boost earnings over time.”“In September, we seized a window in the debt markets for refinancing, and with the successful IPO in July, we’ve made great progress in reducing our overall debt. The significant decrease in financing costs and leverage delivers benefits to our shareholders and puts FWD Group in a prime position to accelerate our customer-led growth strategy and advance our risk management priorities,” added Huynh Thanh Phong.Exceptional demand from both local and visiting customers continued to drive the strong new business growth in Hong Kong SAR & Macau SAR.In Emerging Markets, strong double-digit growth in new business sales reflected momentum in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines and FWD Group’s joint venture in Indonesia, BRI Life.In Japan, new business sales growth reflected solid performance in the individual protection business and the company’s recent entry into the retirement and savings market.The low-interest rate environment continued to weigh on new business indicators in the Thailand & Cambodia reporting segment.About FWD GroupFWD Group (1828.HK) is a pan-Asian life and health insurance business that serves approximately 34 million customers across 10 markets, including BRI Life in Indonesia. FWD’s customer-led and tech-enabled approach aims to deliver innovative propositions, easy-to-understand products and a simpler insurance experience. Established in 2013, the company operates in some of the fastest-growing insurance markets in the world with a vision of changing the way people feel about insurance. FWD Group is listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code 1828.For more information, please visit www.fwd.comFor media inquiries, please contact: groupcommunications@fwd.comSource: FWD Group Holdings Limited[1] The results are for the nine months ended 30 September 2025 and are compared to the same period in 2024. Growth rates are represented on a constant exchange rate (CER) basis, unless otherwise indicated.[2] On a proforma basis as at 30 June 2025. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com