Charbone Reaches Major Milestone With Delivery of Its Electrolyzer to the Sorel-Tracy Site

Charbone Corporation (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47), a vertically integrated industrial gases company specializing in clean ultra-high purity (UHP) hydrogen, has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its electrolyzer to its flagship site in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec. The arrival of this essential equipment marks a pivotal step in the completion of Phase 1B of the project, demonstrating tangible progress in the company's plan to boost production capacity and meet growing demand from industrial clients.

The electrolyzer, which produces hydrogen through water electrolysis, is the technological core of the next production phase at the site. Its delivery enables Charbone's teams, construction contractors, and technical partners to commence positioning, installation, and integration into the existing infrastructure. Civil engineering work and foundation preparation have been carefully planned to accommodate the main production equipment, with activities proceeding according to the company's execution schedule, including component assembly, mechanical and electrical connections, testing, and commissioning.

This development aligns with Charbone's modular and phased strategy, which allows the company to add production capacity in line with demand while maintaining a disciplined approach to growth. The company previously communicated a fall launch timeline, which remains on track, and it looks forward to providing further updates as it advances through commissioning and ramp-up stages.

Dave Gagnon, President and CEO of Charbone, expressed immense pride in the achievement, stating, "It is with immense pride that we announce the arrival of our electrolyzer in Sorel-Tracy today. This is far more than the delivery of a piece of equipment, it represents the achievement of a pivotal step in realizing our vision and one of the most important milestones in the Company's history. The risks associated with delivery are now behind us." He also highlighted the exceptional commitment of employees, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, noting that the company is entering a new phase of execution that will strengthen its ability to serve key customers and create sustainable value for shareholders.

Charbone's focus on UHP gases is critical for sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence and data centers, advanced pharmaceuticals, and aerospace and defense technologies, where high-precision manufacturing processes depend on reliable and pure gas supplies. The company's modular, decentralized, and demand-driven approach, combined with its integrated storage and distribution platform, supports scalable growth and enhances operational flexibility. This model allows Charbone to efficiently serve mid-tier industrial gas customers with a reliable supply of UHP gases, including hydrogen, helium, oxygen, and other high-demand gases that are often difficult to source.

The company remains committed to supporting the global transition to a lower-carbon economy by providing accessible, decentralized clean hydrogen and specialty gases, while addressing supply gaps for underserved industrial customers and accelerating the shift towards localized clean energy. Charbone is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: CH), the OTC Markets (OTCQB: CHHYF), and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: K47). For more information, visit www.charbone.com.

Forward-looking statements in this release reflect management's expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties as described under "Risk Factors" in the Corporation's Filing Statement dated March 31, 2022, available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Charbone undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information.