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Trump Wants Greenland's Resources: Here's What It Would Take To Actually Mine Them

By Meg Flippin, Benzinga

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - October 21, 2026 - Greenland is on President Donald Trump’s mind again, and for good reason: the country is rich in rare earth elements and critical minerals necessary to power the world’s AI data centers, electric vehicles and defense systems. 

Those rare earth elements and critical minerals happen to be in demand and, outside of China and Russia, in short supply, which is why the White House is so interested in Greenland. 

Early in Trump’s presidency, he signaled his interest in controlling the island to get his hands on its vast, untapped natural resources. That took a back seat to other pressing domestic and foreign policy issues, but in recent weeks, the President has signaled his renewed interest. In late September, Trump announced a new deal aimed at expanding America’s ability to explore for energy and minerals in the Arctic region. The deal strengthens security between the U.S., Denmark and Greenland, and while it doesn’t give the U.S. any special exploration rights, it does put limits on investments by non-NATO countries in certain sectors deemed strategic. Fast forward to October and Trump said on Truth Social that “massive” oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to get underway in Greenland, although the President was scant on details. 

Tough Slogging Ahead 

While the optimism on the part of Trump can be applauded, it’s also understandable if it’s met with a level of skepticism. While Greenland is rich in rare earth elements and critical minerals, extracting them has long proved difficult. For starters, there’s the climate in Greenland that makes exploration difficult. After all, it's a harsh environment defined by freezing temperatures, thick ice sheets, deep winter darkness and extremely short operating seasons. Then there is a lack of infrastructure, which poses another challenge. Greenland doesn’t have many paved roads or connections between towns and settlements. Nor is there a national power grid, which means any commercial mining project has to be built from scratch. It also doesn’t help that Greenland banned new oil and gas exploration in 2021, along with a strict ban on uranium mining that halted major rare earth projects due to radioactive byproducts.

The challenges are formidable but not insurmountable. To move from exploration to commercial production requires substantial capital investment, specialized cold-weather engineering infrastructure and close cooperation with local authorities and communities. One company that checks off those boxes is Greenland Mines Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRML), the resource development and mining company focused on the advancement of two mining projects in Greenland - the Skaergaard Project in southeast Greenland and the Sarfartoq neodymium-praseodymium rare earths project in southwest Greenland. 

Greenland Mines’ Home Team Advantage 

Take Greenland Mines’ flagship Skaergaard deposit, which is located in southeast Greenland, which it says is one of the world's largest undeveloped deposits of palladium, gold and platinum. The company recently completed a more than two-month 2026 field program that included 4,480 meters of diamond drilling across 17 holes. The work is intended to advance Skaergaard toward metallurgical flowsheet development, mine and infrastructure planning, resource evaluation, environmental studies and preparation of an Initial Assessment. 

Then there’s Greenland Mines’ newly acquired Sarfartoq project, which is targeting neodymium and praseodymium, rare earth metals used in high-performance magnets, electric vehicle motors and wind turbines. The project is located in southwest Greenland, approximately 60 kilometres from Kangerlussuaq airport and near sheltered coastal fjord access.  That is logistically beneficial because it's close to shipping ports and an airport, which may lower infrastructure costs compared to inland Arctic mining projects. Unlike other high-profile rare earth deposits in Greenland that have been hurt by naturally occurring radioactive elements, Sarfartoq’s mineral profile does not produce uranium byproducts, reports the company. 

What’s more, an independent Initial Assessment reported a high-case sensitivity of approximately $2.05 billion pre-tax NPV at an 8% real discount rate. This scenario assumes a 15% higher basket price, 15% lower operating costs and 20% lower capital costs than the base case. The assessment is preliminary, includes Inferred Mineral Resources and does not establish Mineral Reserves or guarantee economic viability. All told, Greenland Mines holds two assets that give it the potential to become a serious player in the Arctic mining sector.

President Trump is paying attention to Greenland again at a time when the world needs more rare earth elements and critical minerals. Extracting them from the harsh terrain of Greenland isn’t going to be easy, but Greenland Mines seems up to the task. It has the strategic mineral deposit projects and regional access ready for the next developments. To learn more about its two Arctic projects, click here.

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Greenland Mines’ projects remain at the exploration and development stage and are not in production. Mineral Resources are not Mineral Reserves and do not have demonstrated economic viability. Sarfartoq’s Initial Assessment is preliminary and includes Inferred Mineral Resources; there is no certainty that its results will be realized. Further studies, permitting, financing and development work are required, and neither project is assured of reaching production.

Forward-looking statements: Plans and expectations are subject to exploration, metallurgical, permitting, financing and execution risks; actual results may differ materially. See Greenland Mines’ SEC filings and relevant Technical Report Summaries for assumptions, limitations and risk factors.

  1. FinanceGolden Cariboo Completes Property Purchase for Camp in Hixon, B.C. to Support Year-Round ExplorationVANCOUVER, BC - October 21, 2026 - Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. (the “Company”) (CSE:GCC) (OTC:GCCFF) (WKN:A402CQ) (FSE:3TZ) announces that it has completed the purchase of a property located in Hixon, British Columbia which was the subject of its May 19, 2026 news release. The 5.36 acre freehold property comprises two adjacent lots situated on Highway 97 and has been acquired for a total purchase price of $300,000CAD. The Company now holds title to the property (the “camp”). The acquisition represents a key investment in the Company's operational readiness and long-term capacity. The Hixon-based camp will play an important role in supporting continuous exploration and development activities at Golden Cariboo's nearby Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property, enabling the Company to operate 12 months a year. The Company has mobilized its Atco 5 unit skid-mounted trailers to the camp, to provide near future accommodation and operational support infrastructure for field personnel and contractors. Company President and CEO J. Frank Callaghan stated: “Being able to work 12 months a year sets Golden Cariboo apart from many peer group companies. This acquisition will support those efforts and the Company’s focus on building upon and expanding its inaugural NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate announced on September 30, 2026.” Water studies, permitting and engineered plans are currently in progress to assist with the installation of camp infrastructure. Aqua Tech Ltd from Kelowna and Western Water Associates Ltd out of nearby Prince George have been onsite to complete water testing and water quality analysis, which includes review by Northern Health. Results are pending. Either the existing water licence at the camp will be transferred to the Company or a new licence may need to be applied for. Additionally, Golden Cariboo has engaged with Prince George based L&M Engineering Ltd. to complete engineering plans and permitting for either an upgraded or new septic system to support the camp. This work ensures the site will be fully functional and compliant with applicable regulations. About Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. is rediscovering the Cariboo Gold Rush by proceeding with highly targeted drilling and trenching programs on its Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine property which is bordered by Osisko Gold Group Inc., partly intertwined with them at the north end of the Cariboo Gold Project, and located along a favourable corridor adjacent to the Spanish and Eureka thrust faults over a 96,183 hectare (237,673 acre) area. Historically, over 101 placer gold creeks on the 90-kilometer (56 mile) trend, from the Cariboo Hudson mine north to the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine property, have recorded production with successful placer mining continuing to this day. Golden Cariboo’s Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine property is 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) northeast of, and road accessible from, Hixon in central British Columbia. The Property includes the Quesnelle Quartz gold-silver deposit, which was discovered in 1865 and developed over a footprint of about 150m x 150m (less than 6 acres) at the Main zone straddling Hixon Creek. Overall, the geological setting of the gold mineralization at the Company’s Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine property shows strong similarities with the Spanish Mountain gold deposit, situated 120 km (75 miles) towards the southeast along the same geological trend. As a sediment-hosted vein (SHV) deposit, the Spanish Mountain deposit is considered to belong to the epizonal orogenic subclass of gold deposits which include some of the world’s largest deposits such as Muruntau, Uzbekistan and Bendigo, Australia. For further information please contact: GOLDEN CARIBOO RESOURCES LTD “J. Frank Callaghan” J. Frank Callaghan, President & CEO Tel: 604-669-6463 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS www.goldencariboo.com LIKE AND FOLLOW Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), LinkedIn Neither the “CSE” Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Statements: This news release contains statements which constitute “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs and current expectations of the Company with respect to future business activities and plans of the Company. Forward-looking information is often identified by the words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “will”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” or similar expressions and includes information regarding; the expectation that the Company will receive all necessary exemptions and approvals to complete the Offering; the expectation that the Company will complete the Offering on the terms disclosed, or at all; the expectation that the proceeds will be used for property exploration and for general working capital; the Company’s exploration plans with respect to its Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine property; and the anticipated participation of the insider in the Offering. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, that the Company will receive all necessary exemptions and approvals to complete the Offering; that the Company will complete the Offering on the terms disclosed, or at all; that the proceeds will be used for property exploration and for general working capital; that the Company will have the resources required to proceed with its exploration plans; that the Company will not run into regulatory or other barriers in carrying out its business plans; that the insider will participate in the Offering, on the terms and conditions and in the amount currently expected by management; and that the Company will be able to rely on the exemption from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements on the basis anticipated. 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Such risks include, without limitation: that the Company will not receive the necessary exemptions and approvals to complete the Offering; that the Company will not complete the Offering on the terms disclosed, or at all; that the Company will be unable to use the proceeds for property exploration and for general working capital; that the Company may incur unanticipated costs; that the Company may not have the resources required to pursue its exploration plans; that the Company’s operations could be adversely affected by possible future government legislation policies and controls or by changes in applicable laws and regulations; that the insider may not participate in the Offering on the terms and conditions and in the amount currently expected by management, or at all; and that the Company may not be able to rely on the exemption from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements on the basis currently expected. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. Neither the Company nor any of its representatives make any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, sufficiency or completeness of the information in this news release. Neither the Company nor any of its representatives shall have any liability whatsoever, under contract, tort, trust or otherwise, to you or any person resulting from the use of the information in this news release by you or any of your representatives or for omissions from the information in this news release. The forward-looking statements herein speak only as of the date they were originally made. The Company has no intention and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
  2. HealthcareAngkor Resources Presents Its Proposed 2027 Work Program For Block Viii to The Cambodian Government at the Joint Review CommitteeGRANDE PRAIRIE, ALBERTA - October 21, 2026 - ANGKOR RESOURCES CORP. (TSXV: ANK OTCQB: ANKOF) (“ANGKOR” OR “THE COMPANY”) announces that its Cambodian energy subsidiary, EnerCam Resources Co., Ltd. (“EnerCam”), presented its 2026 work program results and its proposed 2027 work program for Block VIII to the Royal Government of Cambodia at a Joint Review Committee (“JRC”) meeting held October 6, 2026 at the Ministry of Mines and Energy (“MME”) in Phnom Penh. Under the terms of EnerCam’s Production Sharing Contract (“PSC”), the Joint Review Committee meets twice each year to review progress on Block VIII with the government. The EnerCam team delivered technical, administrative and logistics presentations covering geology, geophysics, drilling, the Environmental Impact Assessment (“EIA”) and corporate social responsibility (“CSR”) programs, along with the proposed 2027 budget. Mike Weeks, President of EnerCam, commented: “Twice a year we sit down with the Ministry and walk through everything - the geology, the seismic, the well design, the environment work and what we’ve done in the communities. The feedback from the Ministry was positive, and the questions were the right ones for a project getting close to the drill bit. We’re now updating the 2027 budget and the 2026 actuals, so the Ministry has the full picture as we move to the tender and to drilling Cambodia’s first onshore wells.” EnerCam was represented in person by Mike Weeks, President, Mads Braemer, CFO, and Country Manager Bunchhay Yun, with technical team members Dr. David Johnson, Keith Edwards and John Koch, and Angkor CEO Delayne Weeks joining by video link. THE MEETING AT A GLANCE EnerCam reported its 2026 activities against the approved 2026 work program and proposed its program for Exploration Stage 1 - Year 3, running January 1 to December 31, 2027. The 2027 program targets the start of exploration drilling in 2027, with North Bokor planned as the first well. Three approvals were received in 2026: the CSR Program, approved by MME on May 13; the Health, Safety and Environment Manual, approved by MME on August 24; and the drilling EIA, approved by the Ministry of Environment on September 15. EnerCam is now updating its 2027 budget and its 2026 budget-to-actual comparison for MME. Click here to see Figure 1: EnerCam presents its drilling and testing procedures to the Block VIII Joint Review Committee, October 6, 2026. 2026 WORK PRESENTED TO THE COMMITTEE Geology. Oil seep samples collected in 2025 were analyzed in 2026, and the results are consistent with the 2015 Schlumberger evaluation, indicating a thermogenic source. A surface coal sample analyzed by the Institute for Energy Technology (IFE) in Norway indicates the source rock is within the early to peak oil generation window. Field studies carried out with students at the Institute of Technology of Cambodia (“ITC”) helped define the trend and plunge of the northern axis of the North Bokor anticline and identified quartz arenite sandstones at surface with 13–14% porosity. Geophysics. The team completed interpretation of the two key unconformity surfaces, the Indosinian 1 and Indosinian 3 horizons, converted seismic sections to depth, and ran seismic attribute and pre-stack amplitude analysis. Proposed drilling locations were selected to sit within closure, intersect the strongest seismic amplitudes, and test fractured Permian carbonates below the Indosinian 1 surface. Drilling. EnerCam completed the engineering design and detailed program for the drilling, completion, stimulation and testing of its exploration wells. Each well is designed to be completed in a full production configuration, flow-tested for four weeks, and then shut in for a 12-week pressure build-up, so that the test yields a definitive answer on the commerciality of the reservoir. During 2026 the team made two visits to China to meet three potential drilling service providers, and hosted site visits to Block VIII by two potential drilling contractors. Environment and CSR. The drilling EIA, prepared by Cambodian consultant Green Assessment Co., Ltd., was submitted to the Ministry of Environment on May 12, 2026, reviewed at an inter-ministerial meeting of five Ministries and three provinces on July 14, and approved on September 15. Under its previously approved CSR Program, EnerCam promised and did install playgrounds at 11 primary schools in three provinces, benefiting approximately 3,900 students, and has installed latrines for selected poor families in one district, with further installations being coordinated with local authorities. Four ITC students completed three-month internships with EnerCam in geoscience departments. THE 2027 PROGRAM With drill targets identified in 2025 and confirmed with drilling detail in 2026 during years 1 and 2, EnerCam proposed that Year 3 of Exploration Stage 1 be directed to prepare for exploratory drilling. The schedule presented to the Committee includes: preparation of the drilling tender document, followed by government review and approval before the tender is published to bidders; bid selection in early 2027, followed by drill pad construction and mobilization of the rig, services, casing and wellheads; import permits for downhole perforating charges and for the radioactive sources used in well logging, with EnerCam’s request for an MME support letter for the perforating charges planned for October 2026; drilling of the North Bokor well, which, as previously reported, has the largest of the three mapped Bokor closures at a mean area of 100 square kilometers, followed by a second well; a field program of seep and source-rock sampling and laboratory analysis to further test the elements of the petroleum system; and processing of additional seismic data recorded on adjacent lines during the 2025 survey, giving denser coverage over the South and Central Bokor locations. As Cambodia imports 100% of its hydrocarbon-based energy products, discovering a national domestic supply of oil and gas remains a high priority. The Company will continue providing further updates on the drilling tender, drilling contractors and well-planning progress at regular intervals. ABOUT ANGKOR RESOURCES CORP. ANGKOR Resources Corp. is a public company, listed on the TSX-Venture Exchange, and is a leading resource explorer and developer in Cambodia working towards mineral and energy solutions across the country. The Company’s mineral subsidiary, Angkor Gold Corp. Co., Ltd., currently holds two mineral exploration licenses in Cambodia with multiple prospects in copper and gold. Both licenses are in their first two-year renewal term. Angkor’s Cambodian energy subsidiary, EnerCam Resources Co., Ltd., was granted an onshore oil and gas license in the southwest quadrant of Cambodia called Block VIII. The license covers an area of approximately 4095 square kilometers. EnerCam is actively advancing oil and gas exploration activities onshore to meet its mission to prove Cambodia as a nation with its own oil and gas resources. The Company completed 2D-seismic in 2025 and has identified multiple drill targets with multiple target zones. The Company plans to follow with drilling Cambodia’s first privately financed onshore exploratory oil and gas wells under a Production Sharing Contract. CONTACT: Delayne Weeks - CEO Email:- [email protected] Website:angkorresources.com Telephone: +1 (780) 831-8722 Please follow @AngkorResources on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the control of the Company, including, but not limited to oil and gas risks of the seismic interpretation uncertainty and the preliminary nature of structural closure estimates; drilling risk and the absence of a drilled well on the Concession; reservoir and fluid uncertainty; PSC compliance obligations and the risk of relinquishment for non-performance; oil price exposure; and Cambodia-specific sovereign and regulatory risk. As well, additional uncertainties on the mineral projects exist regarding the potential for gold and/or other minerals at any of the Company’s properties, the prospective nature of any claims comprising the Company’s property interests, the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, dependence upon regulatory approvals, uncertainty of sample results, timing and results of future exploration, and the availability of financing. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements.
  3. FinanceCHARBONE Strengthens Its Industrial Gas Offering With a Filling Unit in Sorel-TracyVARENNES, QUEBEC - October 21, 2026 - CHARBONE CORPORATION (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47) (“CHARBONE” or the “Company”), a vertically integrated industrial gases company focused on production, distribution and storage of clean ultra-high purity (“UHP”) hydrogen and other strategic industrial gases, announces the addition of an industrial gas cylinder filling unit at its Sorel-Tracy site. This new activity aims to support revenue growth, broaden the commercial offering and develop the Company's customer base in Quebec and other Canadian regions. Specifically, this unit will allow CHARBONE to fill hydrogen and helium cylinders directly from the onset at its Sorel-Tracy site, with the ability to expand to other industrial gases and specialized mixtures in the future. These cylinders, also known as gas cylinders, are used to store, transport, and supply the gases required for various customer applications. CHARBONE will thus directly manage this step in preparing the products for its customers. This new activity represents a further step in the development of CHARBONE's integrated platform. It aims to expand the markets accessible to the Company and generate new revenue opportunities through an offering tailored to the needs of industrial, commercial, and institutional clients. A new lever for business development The filling unit will primarily serve the Quebec market, while also supporting CHARBONE's business development elsewhere in Canada. Target customers include private companies and distribution partners, including independent distributors. The offering will also address supply needs related to certain government contracts and the defense sector. By adding cylinder filling to the activities of its Sorel-Tracy site, CHARBONE is internalizing a step previously sources externally, which is expected to support margin improvement and enhance control over product quality and delivery timelines. This enables the Company to expand the services offered to its customers, develop new business relationships and strengthen its position in industrial gases. Dave Gagnon, President and CEO of CHARBONE, declares: “Our goal is to make Sorel-Tracy a growth engine for CHARBONE. By handling the filling of helium cylinders ourselves, and later industrial gases and specialty mixtures, we are expanding our offering and opening up new opportunities to grow our revenue with a diverse clientele. We are building a Canadian industrial gas group with the ambition of becoming a leading supplier for companies seeking to source their gases from a Canadian partner, reliably. Our priority is to develop lasting relationships with our customers and translate this business expansion into long-term value creation for our shareholders.” Expanding Market Presence Across Quebec and CanadaThis initiative further develops CHARBONE beyond hydrogen production, expanding the activities and services offered within its industrial gas platform. Helium, in particular, represents a high-demand industrial gas with constrained supply, making direct cylinder filling a strategically important capability for CHARBONE’s customers across sectors like semiconductors, aerospace and defense, and advanced manufacturing. The Company intends to leverage this new unit to increase its presence in Quebec and develop business opportunities with Canadian buyers seeking a long-term supply partner. CHARBONE to Present at the Emerging Growth Conference The Company has been invited to present at the upcoming Emerging Growth Conference, a live, interactive online event giving individual and institutional investors, advisors, and analysts the opportunity to receive a brief recap of recent achievements and path forward from CHARBONE’s CFO and Corporate Secretary, Benoit Veilleux. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 3:10 PM ET Register: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1772210&tp_key=8ae90219a3&sti=ch About CHARBONE CORPORATION CHARBONE is a vertically integrated industrial gases company focused on developing and operating a network of supply hubs for the production, storage, and distribution of Ultra-High Purity (UHP) strategic industrial gases. The Company serves customers across sectors including semiconductors, artificial intelligence and data centers, advanced pharmaceuticals, and aerospace and defense technologies, where UHP gases are critical for high-precision manufacturing processes and operational performance. CHARBONE is advancing a network of clean UHP hydrogen production plants across North America and selected international markets. The Company’s modular, decentralized, and demand-driven approach, combined with its integrated storage and distribution platform for all UHP gases, supports scalable growth, enhances operational flexibility, and enables more stable and diversified revenue generation. This model allows CHARBONE to efficiently serve mid-tier industrial gas customers with a reliable supply of UHP gases, including hydrogen, helium, oxygen, and any other high-demand gases that are often difficult to source reliably at the regional level. The Company is 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, please visit: www.charbone.com. Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains statements that are “forward-looking information” as defined under Canadian securities laws (“forward-looking statements”). These forward-looking statements are often identified by words such as “intends”, “anticipates”, “expects”, “believes”, “plans”, “likely”, or similar words. The forward-looking statements reflect management's expectations, estimates, or projections concerning future results or events, based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates considered reasonable by management at the date the statements are made. Although Charbone believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, as unknown or unpredictable factors could cause actual results to be materially different from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Charbone. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, those described under “Risk Factors” in the Corporation’s Filing Statement dated March 31, 2022, which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca; they could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements. 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. Contact Charbone Corporation Telephone: +1 450 678 7171 Email: [email protected] Benoit Veilleux CFO and Corporate Secretary
  4. HealthcareBioVersys Announces Publication of BV100 Lung Penetration and Drug Interaction Data in two Leading Peer-reviewed Antimicrobial JournalsInternational Journal of Antimicrobial Agents publishes data showing that BV100 reaches concentrations in lung fluid and alveolar macrophages approximately 35-fold and over 300-fold higher, respectively, than in plasma, providing a strong pharmacological rationale for BV100 use in severe CRAB pneumonia Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy publishes data showing BV100 is a mild CYP3A inducer and a mild substrate for CYP3A inhibitors, a milder drug interaction profile than rifampicin, supporting its use alongside the many medicines given to critically ill patients Both Phase 1 datasets form part of the clinical solid pharmacology foundation of RIV-TARGET, the ongoing Phase 3 registration trial of BV100 in hospital- and ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia caused by carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii-calcoaceticus complex (CRABC); trial enrollment is ongoing, with topline data read-out anticipated for early 2028 BASEL, SWITZERLAND - October 20, 2026 - BioVersys AG (SIX: BIOV), a multi-asset, clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on research and development of novel antibacterial products for serious life-threatening infections caused by multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria, announced today the publication of two Phase 1 clinical pharmacology studies of BV100, its lead clinical asset, in two leading peer-reviewed journals in the field of antimicrobial therapy: the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, the official journal of the International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, and the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, the official journal of the British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy. Dr. Glenn Dale, Chief Development Officer of BioVersys and co-author of the publications, commented: "These two papers address the questions that matter most for an intravenous antibiotic in critically ill pneumonia patients. BV100 has very good distribution in lung fluid and alveolar macrophages, and its drug-interaction profile is mild and manageable. We are pleased to share these data with the infectious disease and critical care community as we continue to enroll patients in our Phase 3 study RIV-TARGET." Dr. Marc Gitzinger, Chief Executive Officer and founder of BioVersys, added: "Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii represents one of the highest medical needs in infectious disease, and patients fighting these life-threatening infections have very few options. These data continue to strengthen the growing scientific basis for BV100 therapy in CRABC pneumonia and bring us a step closer to delivering a much-needed new treatment option to patients and the physicians who care for them." International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents: lung penetration study The paper, entitled "Pulmonary Penetration of Intravenous Rifabutin in Healthy Participants: A Multiple-Dose Pharmacokinetic Study," was published in the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents (DOI: 10.1016/j.ijantimicag.2026.108014). In 36 healthy male participants receiving BV100 (intravenous rifabutin) 300 mg every 12 hours for four days, concentrations of rifabutin in lung fluid and alveolar macrophages exceeded plasma concentrations at every time point, with median penetration ratios of approximately 35-fold and over 300-fold, respectively, and repeated dosing was well tolerated. The authors conclude that these pulmonary exposures provide a strong pharmacological rationale for further clinical evaluation of BV100 in severe CRAB pneumonia. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy: drug-drug interaction studies The paper, entitled "BV100 (rifabutin IV) drug interaction studies in healthy subjects with index CYP450 3A probes midazolam and itraconazole," was published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (DOI: 10.1093/jac/dkag317). Across two Phase 1 studies, BV100 was shown to be a mild CYP3A inducer, reducing midazolam exposure by approximately 47%, and a mild substrate for CYP3A inhibitors, with rifabutin exposure increasing 1.3- to 1.7-fold with itraconazole. This is a milder interaction profile than that of rifampicin, a strong CYP3A inducer, and BV100 was safe and well tolerated in both studies. BV100 is currently studied in two clinical trials: the pivotal Phase 3 global registrational trial, RIV-TARGET and the open-label Phase 2b differentiation trial, RIV-CARE in collaboration with ADVANCE-ID. In September 2026, BV100 was granted Fast Track Designation by the US FDA, under the Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP) Designation received in 2019. About BioVersys BioVersys AG is a multi-asset, clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on identifying, developing and commercializing novel antibacterial products for serious life-threatening infections caused by multi-drug resistant (“MDR”) bacteria. Derived from the company’s two internal technology platforms (TRIC and Ansamycin Chemistry), candidates are designed and developed to overcome resistance mechanisms, block virulence production and directly affect the pathogenesis of harmful bacteria towards the identification of new treatment options in the antimicrobial and microbiome fields. This enables BioVersys to address the high unmet medical need for new treatments against life-threatening resistant bacterial infections and bacteria-exacerbated chronic inflammatory microbiome disorders. The company’s most advanced research and development programs address nosocomial infections of Acinetobacter baumannii (BV100, Phase 3), and tuberculosis (alpibectir, Phase 2, in collaboration with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and a consortium of the University of Lille, France). BioVersys is located in the biotech hub of Basel, Switzerland. About BV100 BV100 is a novel formulation of rifabutin suitable for intravenous administration, with a recently discovered novel mode of action showing an active uptake of rifabutin into the Gram-negative bacterial species, Acinetobacter baumannii. For the first time, BV100 allows for the targeting of the RNA-polymerase enzyme in Gram-negative bacteria with a human-suitable dose. BV100 is being developed for the treatment of infections caused by Acinetobacter baumannii calcoaceticus complex (ABC), including carbapenem-resistant ABC (CRABC) in critically important indications of ventilator associated bacterial pneumonia (VABP), hospital-acquired bacterial pneumonia (HABP) and bloodstream infections (BSI). BV100 was granted US FDA Fast Track Designation in 2026 and QIDP Designation in May 2019, making BV100 eligible for priority FDA review and a five-year extension of market exclusivity upon approval of the first QIDP indication. About Acinetobacter baumannii Acinetobacter baumannii calcoaceticus complex (ABC) are Gram-negative bacteria found in the environment (e.g., in soil and water) and an opportunistic pathogen in humans, typically infecting critically ill and immunocompromised patients, that can result in severe pneumonia and bloodstream infections in addition to affecting other parts of the body. ABC is considered a significant worldwide threat in the healthcare setting given its ability to survive for prolonged periods on surfaces, combined with its ability to develop or acquire resistance to standard of care antibiotics, e.g. carbapenems. Carbapenem-resistance as well as multi-drug resistance (MDR) rates for ABC are among the highest recorded for any bacteria in current times (The Lancet 2022; 399: 629–55). Incidence and resistance rates for ABC are trending upwards and COVID-19 has exacerbated this significantly. BioVersys forecasts the annual number of carbapenem-resistant A. baumannii infections in hospitals to have surpassed one million globally and due to the limited treatment options, such infections come with high (up to 50%) mortality rates. 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BioVersys contact Anca Cighi, Head of IR and Communications, Tel. +41 79 949 33 09; Mail: [email protected] For IR: [email protected]; Website: www.bioversys.com
  5. FinanceBranicks Group AG: Creditors Vote to Extend Maturity and Pave the Way for RestructuringCreditors vote 99% in favor of restructuring their securities Restructuring plan is set to take effect by the end of 2026 The company terminates consulting agreements with members of the supervisory board FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - October 20, 2026 - Branicks Group AG (ISIN: DE000A1X3XX4 and DE000A41YEE3) (the “Company”) announces that the holders of the corporate bond in the amount of 400 million euros, originally due in 2026, have voted in favor of a restructuring of the Company’s liabilities with 99% of the votes cast. In doing so, they have also endorsed the financial restructuring plan developed by the Company for Branicks. The restructuring of liabilities arising from bonds, promissory note loans, and registered bonds sets September 30, 2030, as the new maturity date for a total of 375 million euros, and September 30, 2028, for an additional 220 million euros. “Our creditors’ vote is a sign of confidence in our restructuring plan. With the time we've gained, we can now refocus fully on our business and use our resources and expertise to capitalize on opportunities in what remains a challenging market for us,” said Josef Schultheis, Chief Restructuring Officer at Branicks Group AG. Following the creditors’ decision, a number of technical requirements for implementation still need to be clarified in the coming weeks. The goal is for the company’s restructuring plan to take effect by the end of the 2026 fiscal year, or by March 31, 2027, at the latest. The Company further announces that it has terminated, by mutual agreement, the consulting agreements with MDC Matthias Danne Consulting GmbH and BLACKLAKE Management Partners GmbH, whose managing directors are Supervisory Board members Dr. Matthias Danne and Dr. Johannes Conradi, respectively. MDC Matthias Danne Consulting GmbH and BLACKLAKE Management Partners GmbH have notified the company that they have each entered into service agreements with a company financed by the creditors. About Branicks Group AG: Branicks Group AG (formerly DIC Asset AG) is a leading German listed specialist for office and logistics real estate with over 25 years of experience in the real estate market and access to a broad investor network. Our basis is the national and regional real estate platform with nine offices in the ground in all major German markets (including VIB Vermögen AG). As of June 30, 2026, we managed properties with a market value of EUR 10.1 billion in the Commercial Portfolio and Institutional Business segments. The Commercial Portfolio segment comprises real estate held for our own account. Here, we generate cash flows from stable rent revenues on long-term leases while also optimizing the value of our portfolio assets through active management and realizing gains from sales. In the Institutional Business segment, we earn recurrent fees from real estate services we provide to national and international institutional investors by structuring and managing investment products that return attractive dividend yields. The shares of Branicks Group AG are listed in the Prime Standard of the German Stock Exchange (WKN: A1X3XX / ISIN: DE000A1X3XX4). The company is fully committed to sustainability and occupies top positions in ESG-relevant ratings such as Morningstar Sustainalytics and S&P Global CSA. The Branicks Group is also a signatory to the UN Global Compact and the UN PRI network. Properties in the Branicks portfolio have been awarded renowned sustainability certificates such as DGNB, LEED or BREEAM. For more details, go to www.branicks.com PR-Kontakt Branicks Group AG: Stephan Heimbach Neue Mainzer StraßBe 32-36 60311 Frankfurt am Main Fon +49 69 9454858-1569 [email protected] IR-Kontakt Branicks Group AG: Jasmin Dentz Neue Mainzer StraBe 32-36 60311 Frankfurt am Main Fon +49 69 9454858-1492 [email protected]
  6. SaaSElmos Semiconductor SE Shows Innovative IC-solutions at Electronica 2026 in MunichWe Enable What Matters – IC-innovations for Secure, Smart, and Connected Applications LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - October 20, 2026 - Elmos Semiconductor SE (FSE: ELG) will be showcasing innovative IC solutions for automotive and industrial electronics at electronica in Munich (Hall C3, Booth 141) from November 10 to 13, 2026. Under the motto “We enable what matters,” the focus will be on applications that enhance safety, efficiency, and comfort – ranging from intelligent lighting and motor control to reliable environment detection and secure data communication. Elmos will also show for the first time how proven automotive technologies can unlock new possibilities in humanoid robotics. We measure what matters: Reliable environment detection for greater safety Ultrasonic distance measurement supports driver-assistance systems all around the vehicle – from parking to automated driving. Elmos solutions detect obstacles and measure distances with precision. It makes safe parking and maneuvering possible and enables reliable 360-degree environment detection for assisted or autonomous driving. We sense what matters: Precise sensing as the foundation of modern vehicle functions Elmos sensor ICs measure and process key parameters such as pressure, temperature, rain, and light. The integrated signal processing filters out interference and provides reliable data for vehicle control. As a result, these solutions support safety-critical applications, such as braking systems, as well as battery management, climate control, and environment detection. We illuminate what matters: Smart lighting for safety and design Elmos ICs dynamically control LEDs and enable lighting features that improve visibility on the road, facilitate communication with other drivers, and allow for customized lighting concepts both inside and outside the vehicle. High integration and flexible interfaces lay the foundation for compact and high-performance lighting systems. We control what matters: Comfort and efficiency through precise motion Many vehicle functions rely on small electrical motors that move fans, pumps, valves, or air flaps. Elmos motor control ICs control these actuators precisely, quietly, and efficiently - in both traditional 12-volt systems and modern 48-volt architectures. They regulate speed and power and also enable the exact positioning of moving components. This enhances comfort and energy efficiency while supporting thermal management. We protect what matters: Safety for power, data, and passengers The Elmos portfolio includes solutions for functional safety, secure communication, and hardware-based cybersecurity. To enable smart power distribution in vehicles, Elmos develops eFuse solutions that monitor and precisely control the power supply to individual consumers. Elmos airbag solutions also ensure reliable airbag deployment, thereby helping to protect passengers. In addition, the Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) - winner of the 2026 German Innovation Award - generates truly random numbers based on quantum mechanical effects, thereby providing a crucial foundation for secure cryptographic encryption in automotive, industrial, and IoT applications. Proven in automotive. Ready for robotics. Humanoid robotics opens up a new growth area for Elmos. Like vehicles, robots require precise motion control, reliable sensors, and secure power and data distribution. Across the robotics architecture, Elmos already identifies more than 120 potential IC applications in the areas of motion, sensing, power, and connectivity. Building on its decades of automotive experience and existing systems expertise, Elmos can transfer proven technologies to new robotic applications. Contact Elmos Semiconductor SE Ralf Hoppe, CIR (Corporate Investor Relations, Communications & ESG) Mobile: +49 151 5383 7905 Email: [email protected] About Elmos Elmos has been developing intelligent microchip solutions for over 40 years, primarily for the automotive industry. As a fabless company and specialist for analog mixed-signal ICs, Elmos makes the mobility of the future safer, more comfortable and more efficient. The innovative products of Elmos enable reliable driver assistance systems, intelligent sensors, efficient motors and new LED lighting concepts in modern vehicles. As a market leader in cutting-edge applications, Elmos is powering global megatrends such as autonomous driving, electromobility and software-defined vehicles. Note This release contains forward-looking statements that are based on assumptions and estimates made by the Elmos management. Even though we assume the underlying expectations of the forward-looking statements to be realistic, we cannot guarantee the expectations will prove right. The assumptions may carry risks and uncertainties, and as a result actual events may differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Among the factors that could cause such differences are changes in general economic and business conditions, fluctuations of exchange rates and interest rates, the introduction of competing products, lack of acceptance of new products, and changes in business strategy. Elmos neither intends nor assumes any obligation to update its statements with respect to future events.