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FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.        KEY INFORMATION

(a)   Full name of discloser:	Man Group PLC
(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):         The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree	Spire Healthcare Group plc
(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:
(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:         For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure	05/10/2026
(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?	NO

2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

(a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

Class of relevant security:	1p ordinary
	Interests		Short positions
	Number	%	Number	%
(1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:
(2)   Cash-settled derivatives:	6,291,345	1.56
(3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:	6,291,345	1.56

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

(b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:

3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)        Purchases and sales

Class of relevant security

Purchase/sale

Number of securities

Price per unit

(b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

Class of relevant security	Product description e.g. CFD	Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position	Number of reference securities	Price per unit
1p ordinary	Equity swap	Increasing a long position	5,077	2.4714 GBP

        
(c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc.

Number of securities to which option relates

Exercise price per unit

Type e.g. American, European etc.

Expiry date

Option money paid/ received per unit

(ii)        Exercise

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Exercising/ exercised against

Number of securities

Exercise price per unit

(d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

Class of relevant security

Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion

Details

Price per unit (if applicable)

4.        OTHER INFORMATION

(a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:

None

(b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:

None

(c)        Attachments

Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?

NO

Date of disclosure:	06/10/2026
Contact name:	Molly Childs
Telephone number:	+44 20 7144 3714

Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.        KEY INFORMATION

(a)   Full name of discloser:	Man Group PLC
(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):         The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree	Sthree plc
(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:
(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:         For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure	05/10/2026
(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?	NO

2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

(a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

Class of relevant security:	1p ordinary
	Interests		Short positions
	Number	%	Number	%
(1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:	6,699,267	5.50
(2)   Cash-settled derivatives:	3,927,942	3.22	14,597	0.01
(3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:	10,627,209	8.73	14,597	0.01

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

(b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:

3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)        Purchases and sales

Class of relevant security

Purchase/sale

Number of securities

Price per unit

(b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

Class of relevant security	Product description e.g. CFD	Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position	Number of reference securities	Price per unit
1p ordinary	Equity swap	Increasing a short position	600	2.9400 GBP
1p ordinary	Equity swap	Increasing a short position	1,500	2.9400 GBP

        
(c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc.

Number of securities to which option relates

Exercise price per unit

Type e.g. American, European etc.

Expiry date

Option money paid/ received per unit

(ii)        Exercise

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Exercising/ exercised against

Number of securities

Exercise price per unit

(d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

Class of relevant security

Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion

Details

Price per unit (if applicable)

4.        OTHER INFORMATION

(a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:

None

(b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:

None

(c)        Attachments

Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?

NO

Date of disclosure:	06/10/2026
Contact name:	Molly Childs
Telephone number:	+44 20 7144 3714

Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.        KEY INFORMATION

(a)   Full name of discloser:	Man Group PLC
(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):         The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree	Sthree plc
(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:
(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:         For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure	05/10/2026
(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?	NO

2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

(a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

Class of relevant security:	1p ordinary
	Interests		Short positions
	Number	%	Number	%
(1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:	6,699,267	5.50
(2)   Cash-settled derivatives:	3,927,942	3.22	14,597	0.01
(3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:	10,627,209	8.73	14,597	0.01

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

(b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:

3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)        Purchases and sales

Class of relevant security

Purchase/sale

Number of securities

Price per unit

(b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

Class of relevant security	Product description e.g. CFD	Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position	Number of reference securities	Price per unit
1p ordinary	Equity swap	Increasing a short position	600	2.9400 GBP
1p ordinary	Equity swap	Increasing a short position	1,500	2.9400 GBP

        
(c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc.

Number of securities to which option relates

Exercise price per unit

Type e.g. American, European etc.

Expiry date

Option money paid/ received per unit

(ii)        Exercise

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Exercising/ exercised against

Number of securities

Exercise price per unit

(d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

Class of relevant security

Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion

Details

Price per unit (if applicable)

4.        OTHER INFORMATION

(a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:

None

(b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:

None

(c)        Attachments

Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?

NO

Date of disclosure:	06/10/2026
Contact name:	Molly Childs
Telephone number:	+44 20 7144 3714

Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.        KEY INFORMATION

(a)   Full name of discloser:	Man Group PLC
(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):         The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree	Vesuvius plc
(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:
(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:         For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure	05/10/2026
(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?	YES Offeror: RHI Magnestia N.V.

2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

(a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

Class of relevant security:	10p ordinary
	Interests		Short positions
	Number	%	Number	%
(1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:	14,791,257	5.96
(2)   Cash-settled derivatives:	1,003,291	0.40	499,224	0.20
(3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:	15,794,548	6.36	499,224	0.20

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

(b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:

3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)        Purchases and sales

Class of relevant security	Purchase/sale	Number of securities	Price per unit
10p ordinary	Sale	15,414	4.5057 GBP

(b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. CFD

Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position

Number of reference securities

Price per unit

        
(c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc.

Number of securities to which option relates

Exercise price per unit

Type e.g. American, European etc.

Expiry date

Option money paid/ received per unit

(ii)        Exercise

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Exercising/ exercised against

Number of securities

Exercise price per unit

(d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

Class of relevant security

Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion

Details

Price per unit (if applicable)

4.        OTHER INFORMATION

(a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:

None

(b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:

None

(c)        Attachments

Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?

NO

Date of disclosure:	06/10/2026
Contact name:	Molly Childs
Telephone number:	+44 20 7144 3714

Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

FORM 8.3

PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

1.        KEY INFORMATION

(a)   Full name of discloser:	Man Group PLC
(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):         The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree	Vesuvius plc
(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:
(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:         For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure	05/10/2026
(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?	YES Offeror: RHI Magnestia N.V.

2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

(a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

Class of relevant security:	10p ordinary
	Interests		Short positions
	Number	%	Number	%
(1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:	14,791,257	5.96
(2)   Cash-settled derivatives:	1,003,291	0.40	499,224	0.20
(3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:	15,794,548	6.36	499,224	0.20

All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

(b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:

3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

(a)        Purchases and sales

Class of relevant security	Purchase/sale	Number of securities	Price per unit
10p ordinary	Sale	15,414	4.5057 GBP

(b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. CFD

Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position

Number of reference securities

Price per unit

        
(c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

(i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc.

Number of securities to which option relates

Exercise price per unit

Type e.g. American, European etc.

Expiry date

Option money paid/ received per unit

(ii)        Exercise

Class of relevant security

Product description e.g. call option

Exercising/ exercised against

Number of securities

Exercise price per unit

(d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

Class of relevant security

Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion

Details

Price per unit (if applicable)

4.        OTHER INFORMATION

(a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:

None

(b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:

None

(c)        Attachments

Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?

NO

Date of disclosure:	06/10/2026
Contact name:	Molly Childs
Telephone number:	+44 20 7144 3714

Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FREELANDER has detailed the powertrain, battery, chassis and all-terrain technology of the international left-hand drive variant of FREELANDER 8, following its unveiling at the brand’s Global Brand Launch in Abu Dhabi on 29 September 2026.

Developed for a wide range of driving conditions, FREELANDER 8 brings together premium quality, everyday comfort and all-terrain capability. Its electrified powertrain, adaptive chassis and intelligent terrain management are designed to support journeys ranging from urban commuting to demanding off-road environments. The figures in this release apply to the Middle East market model only; specifications vary by market and trim level.

460 kW hybrid powertrain and 110 km of all-electric range

The Middle East market model combines a 2.0T Dedicated Hybrid Engine with a 34.12 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and dual-motor all-wheel drive. The system delivers up to 460 kW of peak power and 662 N·m of peak torque, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 5.8 seconds.

With a full tank and a fully charged battery, FREELANDER 8 delivers a total range of 886 km and an all-electric range of 110 km, both measured on the combined cycle. Actual range varies with driving conditions and use. The battery supports 11 kW AC charging and DC fast charging from 20% to 80% in 20 minutes or less.

Dual-chamber air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping

The chassis combines dual-chamber air suspension with Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD), offering a maximum ground clearance of 266 mm. Adjustable ride height and damping help the vehicle respond to changing road conditions, supporting ride comfort on paved roads and clearance over uneven terrain.

The All-Terrain Dual Lock System, combining a Virtual Central Differential Lock and an Electronic Limited-Slip Differential (e-LSD), manages torque distribution to help maintain traction on low-grip surfaces and during cross-axle conditions.

Nine modes bring powertrain and chassis control together

The i-ATS (Intelligent All-Terrain System) offers nine modes: seven terrain programmes, including Sand Mode, plus Smart Mode and Expert Mode. Working with the electrified powertrain and chassis, it helps the driver adapt to changing surfaces.

Under the relevant test conditions, FREELANDER 8 can pass an 800 mm cross-axle test, climb a 70% gradient, equivalent to approximately 35 degrees, and wade through water up to 900 mm deep. These capabilities support driving across environments including sand, rough ground, steep slopes and water crossings. Off-road and wading capability remains subject to the vehicle’s operating limits and appropriate driving conditions.

International roll-out begins in left-hand drive markets

The Middle East is FREELANDER’s strategic starting point for international expansion. The roll-out will proceed in stages, beginning with left-hand drive markets before expanding to right-hand drive and EU specification markets.

The international left-hand drive variant will make its dynamic debut at the 2026 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu this October.

About FREELANDER

FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. JLR owns the FREELANDER brand and has established a dedicated FREELANDER Design Hub that leads its design. Chery provides advanced intelligent technology and a top-tier global supply chain. The brand is supported by a strong global foundation, including more than 5,000 employees, five strategic hubs, and fully integrated capabilities spanning design, R&D, manufacturing, and global operations.

Media contact
Daniel Bao
freelander.international@mychery.com
https://www.cheryinternational.com/

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/9724058d-973d-4f2a-8bb4-9b1c617234ca

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FREELANDER has detailed the powertrain, battery, chassis and all-terrain technology of the international left-hand drive variant of FREELANDER 8, following its unveiling at the brand’s Global Brand Launch in Abu Dhabi on 29 September 2026.

Developed for a wide range of driving conditions, FREELANDER 8 brings together premium quality, everyday comfort and all-terrain capability. Its electrified powertrain, adaptive chassis and intelligent terrain management are designed to support journeys ranging from urban commuting to demanding off-road environments. The figures in this release apply to the Middle East market model only; specifications vary by market and trim level.

460 kW hybrid powertrain and 110 km of all-electric range

The Middle East market model combines a 2.0T Dedicated Hybrid Engine with a 34.12 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and dual-motor all-wheel drive. The system delivers up to 460 kW of peak power and 662 N·m of peak torque, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 5.8 seconds.

With a full tank and a fully charged battery, FREELANDER 8 delivers a total range of 886 km and an all-electric range of 110 km, both measured on the combined cycle. Actual range varies with driving conditions and use. The battery supports 11 kW AC charging and DC fast charging from 20% to 80% in 20 minutes or less.

Dual-chamber air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping

The chassis combines dual-chamber air suspension with Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD), offering a maximum ground clearance of 266 mm. Adjustable ride height and damping help the vehicle respond to changing road conditions, supporting ride comfort on paved roads and clearance over uneven terrain.

The All-Terrain Dual Lock System, combining a Virtual Central Differential Lock and an Electronic Limited-Slip Differential (e-LSD), manages torque distribution to help maintain traction on low-grip surfaces and during cross-axle conditions.

Nine modes bring powertrain and chassis control together

The i-ATS (Intelligent All-Terrain System) offers nine modes: seven terrain programmes, including Sand Mode, plus Smart Mode and Expert Mode. Working with the electrified powertrain and chassis, it helps the driver adapt to changing surfaces.

Under the relevant test conditions, FREELANDER 8 can pass an 800 mm cross-axle test, climb a 70% gradient, equivalent to approximately 35 degrees, and wade through water up to 900 mm deep. These capabilities support driving across environments including sand, rough ground, steep slopes and water crossings. Off-road and wading capability remains subject to the vehicle’s operating limits and appropriate driving conditions.

International roll-out begins in left-hand drive markets

The Middle East is FREELANDER’s strategic starting point for international expansion. The roll-out will proceed in stages, beginning with left-hand drive markets before expanding to right-hand drive and EU specification markets.

The international left-hand drive variant will make its dynamic debut at the 2026 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu this October.

About FREELANDER

FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. JLR owns the FREELANDER brand and has established a dedicated FREELANDER Design Hub that leads its design. Chery provides advanced intelligent technology and a top-tier global supply chain. The brand is supported by a strong global foundation, including more than 5,000 employees, five strategic hubs, and fully integrated capabilities spanning design, R&D, manufacturing, and global operations.

Media contact
Daniel Bao
freelander.international@mychery.com
https://www.cheryinternational.com/

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EDINBURG, Va., Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) (Nasdaq: SHEN) today announced the completion of technology upgrades in Buchanan, Virginia, bringing fiber-to-the-home service to the community. The enhanced network delivers symmetrical internet speeds up to 8 Gbps for residential customers and up to 100 Gbps for business customers. Shentel’s 100% fiber-optic network is now available to approximately 1,000 homes and businesses in Buchanan and Botetourt County. In addition to high-speed internet service, Shentel also offers a full suite of voice and video services for both residential and business customers.

Existing customers may continue their current plans or upgrade to higher multi-gig speeds by calling 1-800-SHENTEL.

“This upgrade demonstrates our ongoing commitment to investing in the communities we serve and ensuring our network is ready for the future,” said Chris Kyle, Vice President of Government and Industry Affairs at Shentel. “Fiber-to-the-home technology creates a strong foundation for continued growth while giving residential and business customers access to faster speeds and an exceptional internet experience.”

Shentel takes great pride in several key differentiators compared to our competitors: 

• Fiber-to-the-home technology with exceptional reliability
• Multi-gig residential service with symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 8 Gbps
• A full line of business data and voice services with speeds to 100 Gbps
• Local customer service and operations teams dedicated to supporting the communities we serve

To learn more about Shentel Fiber, please visit www.shentel.com for residential service and www.shentelbusiness.com for commercial service. 

About Shenandoah Telecommunications
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high-speed, state-of-the-art fiber optic and cable networks to residential and commercial customers in eight contiguous states in the eastern United States. Shentel’s services include broadband internet, video, voice, high-speed Ethernet, dark fiber leasing, and managed network services. The Company owns an extensive regional network with over 19,800 route miles of fiber. For more information, please visit www.shentel.com.

Media Contact:
Jennifer McDowell, Shentel
Jennifer.McDowell@emp.shentel.com
540-984-5055

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EDINBURG, Va., Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) (Nasdaq: SHEN) today announced the completion of technology upgrades in Buchanan, Virginia, bringing fiber-to-the-home service to the community. The enhanced network delivers symmetrical internet speeds up to 8 Gbps for residential customers and up to 100 Gbps for business customers. Shentel’s 100% fiber-optic network is now available to approximately 1,000 homes and businesses in Buchanan and Botetourt County. In addition to high-speed internet service, Shentel also offers a full suite of voice and video services for both residential and business customers.

Existing customers may continue their current plans or upgrade to higher multi-gig speeds by calling 1-800-SHENTEL.

“This upgrade demonstrates our ongoing commitment to investing in the communities we serve and ensuring our network is ready for the future,” said Chris Kyle, Vice President of Government and Industry Affairs at Shentel. “Fiber-to-the-home technology creates a strong foundation for continued growth while giving residential and business customers access to faster speeds and an exceptional internet experience.”

Shentel takes great pride in several key differentiators compared to our competitors: 

• Fiber-to-the-home technology with exceptional reliability
• Multi-gig residential service with symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 8 Gbps
• A full line of business data and voice services with speeds to 100 Gbps
• Local customer service and operations teams dedicated to supporting the communities we serve

To learn more about Shentel Fiber, please visit www.shentel.com for residential service and www.shentelbusiness.com for commercial service. 

About Shenandoah Telecommunications
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high-speed, state-of-the-art fiber optic and cable networks to residential and commercial customers in eight contiguous states in the eastern United States. Shentel’s services include broadband internet, video, voice, high-speed Ethernet, dark fiber leasing, and managed network services. The Company owns an extensive regional network with over 19,800 route miles of fiber. For more information, please visit www.shentel.com.

Media Contact:
Jennifer McDowell, Shentel
Jennifer.McDowell@emp.shentel.com
540-984-5055

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BEIJING, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Elong Power Holding Limited (Elong Power, NASDAQ: ELPW, together with its subsidiaries and consolidated entities, the “Company”) today announced its unaudited financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2026 ended June 30, 2026 (the “First Half of 2026”). The Company has completed the divestment of its lithium battery manufacturing business, fully pivoted to an asset-light energy storage system integration business, and completed offerings with aggregate gross proceeds of approximately US$20 million, laying a solid funding foundation for its global energy storage market expansion.

First Half 2026 Financial and Operating Highlights

	●	Net revenue was US$2.90 million for the first half of fiscal year 2026, representing a substantial increase of 14,977% from US$19,229 in the same period of the prior year. This growth was primarily attributable to the significant ramp-up in sales of our energy storage system integration equipment and supporting accessories business;
	●	Gross profit was US$8,994 for the first half of fiscal year 2026, representing an increase of 368% from US$1,923 in the same period of the prior year; gross margin declined from 10.00% in the same period of the prior year to 0.3%, primarily due to the thin-margin operation of the energy storage system integration equipment and supporting accessories sales business in its early stage;
	●	Net income was US$20.49 million for the first half of fiscal year 2026, compared with a net loss of US$2.66 million in the same period of the prior year. This result was driven by a one-time, non-operating gain of US$22.61 million on the disposal of the lithium battery manufacturing business;
	●	Net loss from continuing operations (sales of energy storage system integration equipment and supporting accessories) was US$2.11 million for the first half of fiscal year 2026, widening from a net loss of US$1.42 million in the same period of the prior year;
	●	Both basic and diluted earnings per share were US$411 for the first half of fiscal year 2026, compared with a loss per share of US$3,071 in the same period of the prior year. The per-share amounts give retroactive effect to the 1-for-45 reverse share split effected August 10, 2026, after period end.

Management Commentary

Elong Power’s management stated: “The first half of 2026 marked a significant change in the Company’s business. We completed the divestment of our lithium battery manufacturing business and recognized a non-operating disposal gain, thereby pivoting to an asset-light energy storage system integration business and concentrating resources on the research and development and market development of energy storage products. Meanwhile, the Company completed an approximately US$20 million public market financing during the first half of 2026, providing solid funding support for energy storage product research and development and market promotion, and laying the foundation for the Company’s global energy storage market expansion. We believe that our asset-light model focused on the energy storage integration business will help drive long-term, sustainable value creation for the Company.”

Business Progress and Operational Review

1. Asset Divestment and Strategic Transformation: In March 2026, the Company completed the divestment of its lithium battery manufacturing subsidiary, adopted an asset-light operating model, and focused on the energy storage system integration business, while retaining its research and development, sales and full-lifecycle service capabilities. The disposal gains recognized from the divestment provided the primary support for the turnaround to profitability in the current period.

2. Public Market Financing: The Company completed offerings with aggregated gross proceeds of approximately US$20 million during the first half of 2026, providing funding support for energy storage product research and development and market promotion, and facilitating its global energy storage market expansion.

3. Operating Results: Net revenues in the current period were derived almost entirely from the sales of energy storage system integration equipment and supporting accessories. This business was still in its early stage with an extremely low revenue base in the same period of the prior year. During the current period, the Company focused on expanding its customer base and securing orders for energy storage products, and sales volume increased significantly, driving revenue from US$19,229 to US$2.90 million. Meanwhile, the business is currently a thin-margin business with limited per-unit gross profit. As sales volume grew, the consolidated gross margin declined from 10.00% in the same period of the prior year to 0.3%, with gross profit of only US$8,994, which was insufficient to cover selling, administrative and other operating expenses, resulting in a net loss of US$2.11 million from continuing operations in the current period.

About Elong Power

Elong Power Holding Limited is an exempted company incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands. Adhering to its development strategy of “Asset-Light, R&D-Intensive, AI + Energy Storage, Global Scenario Layout”, the Company focuses on lithium battery energy storage system core business, with strategic layout covering overseas residential & commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage, as well as grid-side energy storage in China. The Company is committed to delivering high-reliability, cost-effective and intelligent energy storage system solutions to global customers. Elong Power is chaired and led by Ms. Xiaodan Liu as Chief Executive Officer.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to” and similar expressions, and include statements regarding the Company’s business strategy, its transition to an energy storage system integration business, its global expansion, its use of financing proceeds and its future results of operations. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, among others: the Company’s limited operating history in the energy storage business; its ability to achieve positive gross margins and profitability from continuing operations; its need for additional financing and its ability to continue as a going concern; customer and supplier concentration; competition; related-party transactions; maintaining its Nasdaq listing; PRC regulatory, economic and currency risks; and the other risks described under “Item 3. Key Information—D. Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F and other SEC filings. Actual results may differ materially. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

Investor & Media Contact

Elong Power Investor Relations
Email: ir@elongpower.com

ELONG POWER HOLDING LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amount in U.S. dollars, except for number of shares or otherwise noted)

		As of June 30				As of December 31
		2026				2025
		(Unaudited)				(Audited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents			5,939,950				443,591
Short-term investments			2,940,490				7,165,232
Accounts receivable			220,295				889,533
Amounts due from related parties			138,091				71,499
Prepaid expenses and other current assets			8,874,078				2,066,487
Current assets held for sale associated with discontinued operation of ELPW			–				1,240,751
Total current assets			18,112,904				11,877,093
Equity method investment			4,572,796
Property, plant and equipment, net			100,255				117,453
Right-of-use assets, net			59,074				71,751
Non-current assets held for sale associated with discontinued operation of ELPW			–				15,674,938
Total non-current assets			4,732,125				15,864,142
Total assets			22,845,029				27,741,235
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
Current liabilities:
Short-term loans-third parties			1,937,582				7,498,469
Short-term loans-related parties			4,679,224				2,030,366
Accounts payable			46,234				875,063
Amounts due to related parties			–				79,773
Contract liabilities			169,470				2,038,433
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities			842,508				1,812,778
Provision for product warranty, current			182,006				83,784
Lease liabilities, current			33,702				32,074
Current liabilities held for sale associated with discontinued operation of ELPW			–				11,436,442
Total current liabilities			7,890,726				25,887,182
Provision for product warranty, non-current			15,120				638
Lease liabilities, non-current			20,193				41,644
Non-current liabilities held for sale associated with discontinued operation of ELPW			–				24,555,631
Total non-current liabilities			35,313				24,597,913
Total liabilities			7,926,039				50,485,095
Class A Ordinary Shares, US$0.576 par value, 333,333,333 shares authorized, 1,065 shares issued and 769 outstanding as of December 31, 2025; 145,073* shares issued and 144,778 outstanding as of June 30, 2026;			83,392				443
Class B Ordinary Shares, US$0.576 par value, 83,333,333 shares authorized, 101 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025; 2,545 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2026*			1,466				58
Treasury shares			(80	)			(80	)
Additional paid-in capital			67,725,796				51,070,354
Statutory Reserve			–				708,470
Accumulated deficit			(53,271,564	)			(74,474,141	)
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income			379,980				(48,964	)
Total shareholders’ equity (deficit)			14,918,990				(22,743,860	)
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity (deficit)			22,845,029				27,741,235

	*	Including 295 shares issued but not outstanding, consisting of 156 forfeited Earnout Shares pending cancellation and 139 shares held as treasury stock reserved for future issuance, as discussed in Note 17.
	*	Giving retroactive effect to the 1-for-45 reverse share split effected on August 10, 2026.

ELONG POWER HOLDING LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
(Amount in U.S. dollars, except for number of shares or otherwise noted)

		For the six months ended June 30,
		2026				2025
		Unaudited				Unaudited
Revenues		$	2,899,110			$	19,229
Cost of revenues			(2,890,116	)			(17,306	)
GROSS PROFIT			8,994				1,923
OPERATING EXPENSES
Selling expenses			(505	)			(19,985	)
General and administrative expenses			(1,809,901	)			(1,252,874	)
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES			(1,810,406	)			(1,272,859	)
OPERATING LOSS			(1,801,412	)			(1,270,936	)
OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME
Interest income			59,148				200
Interest expense			(206,698	)			(22,899	)
Foreign currency exchange losses, net			(255,926	)			(128,947	)
Share of profit from equity method investment			180				–
Fair value losses on short-term investments			(186,854	)			–
Other income			281,267				–
TOTAL NON OPERATING EXPENSE, NET			(308,883	)			(151,646	)
LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES			(2,110,295	)			(1,422,582	)
INCOME TAX EXPENSE			–				–
NET LOSS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS			(2,110,295	)			(1,422,582	)
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS:
Loss from discontinued operations			(2,002	)			(1,232,895	)
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries			22,606,404				–
NET INCOME(LOSS) FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS			22,604,402				(1,232,895	)
NET INCOME (LOSS)		$	20,494,107			$	(2,655,477	)
Net income (loss) per share attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company-Basic and Diluted *
Continuing operations			(42.36	)			(1,645.40	)
Discontinued operations			453.73				(1,426.00	)
Total basic and diluted		$	411.37			$	(3,071.40	)
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING USED IN CALCULATING BASIC AND DILUTED LOSS PER SHARE
Class A and Class B Ordinary Shares			49,819				865

*

Giving retroactive effect to the 1-for-45 reverse share split effected on August 10, 2026.

ELONG POWER HOLDING LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2026 AND 2025
(Amount in U.S. dollars, except for number of shares or otherwise noted)

		For the six months ended June 30,
		2026				2025
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income (loss)		$	20,494,107			$	(2,655,477	)
Provision for losses on accounts receivable			–				23,132
Provision of obsolete inventory			–				148,912
Depreciation and amortization expense			25,488				60,221
Interest on lease liabilities			1,323				3,678
Amortization of operating and finance right-of-use assets			14,883				820,287
Gain on disposals of property, plant and equipment			–				(66,138	)
Gain from debt forgiveness			–				(7,218	)
Provision (reversal) for warranty liability			108,876				(153,845	)
Fair value losses on short-term investments			186,854				–
Share of profit from equity method investment			(180	)			–
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries			(22,606,404	)			–
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable			682,962				(276,816	)
Inventories			–				(38,474	)
Amounts due from related parties			(128,072	)			–
Prepaid expenses and other current assets			(7,349,365	)			(28,014	)
Long term accounts receivable			–				99,183
Accounts and notes payable			(795,842	)			50,904
Amounts due to related parties			–				140,972
Contract liabilities			(1,791,605	)			150,313
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities			4,106,253				156,703
Product warranty liability			53,791				(38,229	)
Lease liability			(53,895	)			–
Net cash used in operating activities			(7,050,826	)			(1,609,906	)
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and equipment			(5,128	)			(62,254	)
Proceeds from disposal of short term investments			2,045,400				–
Placement of short-term investments			(4,132,849	)			–
Placement of equity method investment			(4,572,616	)			–
Disposal of subsidiaries, net of cash disposed			(123,021	)			–
Net cash used in investing activities			(6,788,214	)			(62,254	)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings from related parties			4,568,835				1,280,093
Repayment of borrowings to related parties			(873,231	)			–
Proceeds from borrowings from third parties			1,289,909				322,045
Repayments of borrowings to third parties			(2,189,134	)			(31,269	)
Offering costs			(1,702,120	)			–
Proceeds from issuance of common stock			18,328,919				–
Net cash provided by financing activities			19,423,178				1,570,869
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash			(216,732	)			(16,182	)
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash			5,367,406				(117,473	)
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period			572,544				318,001
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period		$	5,939,950				200,528
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Issuance of Class B ordinary shares for Debt Settlement			48,600				–
Issuance of Class B to a shareholder			64,400				–
Short term investment Redemption Proceeds Applied to Offset Loans			6,289,040				–
Lease liabilities arising from obtaining right-of-use assets			–				311,871