CHARBONE Announces the Reception of the Main Components at the Sorel-Tracy Site and the Launch of Civil Works

(TheNewswire)

Brossard, Quebec TheNewswire – October 22, 2025 CHARBONE CORPORATION (TSXV: CH,OTC:CHHYF; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47) (‘ CHARBONE ‘ or the ‘ Company ‘), a North American producer and distributor specializing in clean Ultra High Purity (‘ UHP ‘) hydrogen and strategic industrial gases is pleased to announce the safe and incident-free reception of all major components of its production equipment at the Sorel-Tracy site.

This delivery marks a decisive step in the progress of the project: the mobilization of the site teams will continue this week to allow the official launch of civil works on Monday, October 27, 2025 , the first phase of operations leading to the complete reinstallation of the equipment, connection and commissioning scheduled for November 2025 .

This step is a continuation of the strategic transaction announced on October 7, 2025 , through which CHARBONE secured hydrogen production assets. This acquisition allows the Company to significantly reduce its capital costs , while accelerating its time to market through the integration of already proven and efficient equipment .

About CHARBONE CORPORATION

CHARBONE is an integrated company specializing in clean Ultra High Purity (UHP) hydrogen and the strategic distribution of industrial gases in North America and Asia-Pacific. Through a modular approach, the Company is building a distributed network of green hydrogen production plants while diversifying revenues via helium and specialty gas partnerships. This disciplined model reduces risk, enhances flexibility, and positions CHARBONE as a leader in the transition to a low-carbon future. CHARBONE is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: CH,OTC:CHHYF) , the OTC Markets (OTCQB: CHHYF) , and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: K47) . Visit www.charbone.com .

Forward-Looking Statements

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Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Charbone undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information.

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 .

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