MONTREUX, Switzerland, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From April 27-28, 2026, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Annual Meeting was held in Montreux, Switzerland. This premier global sustainability forum gathered nearly 600 participants from leading companies worldwide to discuss critical topics like the 2030 emissions reduction agenda and the circular economy.

Linglong Tire’s President, Zhou Lingkun, was invited to speak at the “China Sustainable Business Practice” session. He stated that in the context of global “dual carbon” goals, sustainable development has become a mandatory task for businesses. Linglong has integrated green and low-carbon principles into its core strategy, aiming to build a green ecosystem across the entire industrial chain. The company has set clear carbon neutrality targets: a 52.07% reduction by 2035 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

During the meeting, Linglong Tire was officially presented with its WBCSD membership certificate. As the first tire manufacturer in mainland China to join the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), Linglong supports FSC-certified natural rubber projects to support the livelihoods of rubber farmers, contribute to the preservation of forests and to protect the rights of workers, indigenous peoples and local communities. In the field of resource recycling, Linglong promotes the use of liquid waste rubber and pyrolysis carbon black to effectively use waste tires and ensure a closed resource cycle.

A key highlight was Linglong’s display of its newly developed tire composed of 85% sustainable materials. This tire utilizes over 60% bio-based renewable materials and about 25% recycled materials, placing it at the forefront of the Chinese tire industry and among global leaders. It employs innovative materials like rice husk ash silica and bio-based rubber to replace traditional petroleum-based ingredients, significantly reducing the product’s carbon footprint from the source. Importantly, it maintains top-tier performance, meeting the EU Tire Label’s highest ‘A’ grade standards in key areas like rolling resistance and wet braking.

President Zhou noted that the 85% sustainable material tire is just a new starting point. Linglong’s long-term goal is to achieve a 100% sustainable material tire by 2040. Joining WBCSD marks international recognition of its sustainability efforts, and the company plans to engage deeply in global discussions to collaborate on a greener future for mobility.

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STORA ENSO OYJ INTERIM REPORT 7 May 2026 at 8:30 EEST

HELSINKI, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 

Q1/2026 (year-on-year)

  • Sales remained stable at EUR 2,358 (2,362) million, as higher deliveries were offset by negative foreign exchange rate changes.
  • Adjusted EBIT decreased by 9% to EUR 159 (175) million, as lower wood costs were offset by negative net foreign exchange rate and the ramp-up at the Oulu site. The adjusted EBIT margin decreased to 6.7% (7.4%).
  • Operating result (IFRS) was EUR 85 (171) million, including items affecting comparability of EUR -56 (-11) million, and fair valuations and other non-operational items of EUR -18 (7) million.
  • Earnings per share were EUR 0.04 (0.14) and earnings per share excl. fair valuations (FV) were EUR 0.05 (0.13).
  • The fair value of the forest assets was EUR 8.5 (9.3) billion, equivalent to EUR 10.76 per share, reflecting the impact of the divestment of 12.4% of forest assets in Sweden in 2025.
  • Cash flow from operations amounted to EUR 125 (192) million, reflecting higher restructuring-related site closure expenses and higher working capital.
  • Cash flow after investing activities improved to EUR -22 (-47) million, mainly due to lower cash spending on fixed assets.
  • The net debt to adjusted EBITDA (LTM) ratio improved to 3.1 (3.2).

Key highlights

  • Stora Enso continues the preparations for the separation of its Swedish forest assets business into a new publicly-listed company, expected to be completed during the first half of 2027.
  • Stora Enso’s strategic review of its Central European sawmills and building solutions operations is ongoing.
  • The ramp-up of the consumer board line at the Oulu site in Finland continues, and the production volumes are gradually increasing. The line is expected to reach full capacity during 2027.
  • Stora Enso’s segment reporting changed as of 1 January 2026, and the Group has restated the comparative figures for its segment reporting for 2025.
  • Stora Enso’s Annual General Meeting on 24 March 2026 decided to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.25 per share for the year 2025 in two instalments, paid on 8 April 2026 and 2 October 2026

Outlook Q2/2026

  • Market conditions remain challenging, with low consumer confidence and heightened geopolitical volatility.
  • Geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict in the Middle East, are expected to increase costs in 2026, especially for logistics, chemicals, and energy. The Group is working on measures to manage these pressures, but uncertainty persists regarding cost and market development.
  • The ramp-up of the new production line in Oulu continues. In Q2, we expect the negative impact on adjusted EBIT to continue at a similar level as in Q1/2026.
  • Planned maintenance activity in the second quarter is expected to be broadly in line with the first quarter of 2026.
  • The divestment of 175,000 hectares of forest assets in Sweden, completed in 2025, will result in a reduction of annual adjusted EBIT of approximately EUR 20 million, with an estimated quarterly effect of approximately EUR 5 million.
  • The operating income from emission rights in 2025 was about EUR 72 million, distributed evenly throughout the year. For 2026, the income from the sale of emission rights is projected to decrease to EUR 10–20 million. This decline results from changes in the EU ETS (Emissions Trading Scheme) rules: several sites will lose their free CO₂ allowance allocations from 2026 onward, as their emissions are now more than 95% biogenic, demonstrating the success of long-term emission-reduction initiatives.

Key figures

EUR million

Q1/26

Q1/25

Change %

Q1/26–Q1/25

Q4/25

2025

Sales

2,358

2,362

-0.2 %

2,254

9,326

Adjusted EBITDA

309

320

-3.5 %

255

1,144

Adjusted EBIT

159

175

-9.5 %

100

528

Adjusted EBIT margin

6.7 %

7.4 %

4.5 %

5.7 %

Operating result (IFRS)

85

171

-50.5 %

476

942

Result before tax (IFRS)

43

132

-67.2 %

430

783

Net result for the period (IFRS)

35

107

-67.3 %

363

686

Cash flow from operations

125

192

-35.1 %

337

897

Cash flow after investing activities

-22

-47

53.5 %

149

122

Forest assets¹

8,484

9,260

-8.4 %

8,478

8,478

Earnings per share (EPS) excl. FV, EUR

0.05

0.13

-60.2 %

-0.03

0.41

EPS (basic), EUR

0.04

0.14

-71.7 %

0.46

0.88

Net debt to LTM² adjusted EBITDA ratio

3.1

3.2

2.8

2.8

Average number of employees (FTE)

18,055

18,512

-2.5 %

18,631

18,877

1 Total forest assets value, including leased land and Stora Enso’s share of forest assets in associated companies

2 LTM=Last 12 months

Stora Enso’s President and CEO Hans Sohlström comments on the results:

The first quarter of 2026 developed largely as expected, with stable performance in a market that remains challenging. Demand in our main end markets stayed at relatively low levels, and pricing pressure persisted in some business segments, while prices firmed up and increased in others. While market conditions remain challenging, we continue to drive performance through our own actions across operations, costs, commercial excellence, and procurement. 

In the early part of the quarter, we saw a positive development in demand. However, towards the end of the quarter, geopolitical tensions escalated with the outbreak of the war in Iran. While the impact on the first quarter’s performance was limited, these developments have increased uncertainty and are expected to affect the operating environment going forward. The situation adds to volatility and raises the risk of higher cost levels, particularly related to energy, logistics and other variable costs such as chemicals, with effects becoming more visible in the second quarter. 

Operationally, the ramp-up of the new consumer board line at Oulu continued. We focused on improving the technical runnability of production. This, in addition to the weak market, impacted profitability during the quarter and is expected to continue into the second quarter. While the ramp-up continues to impact short-term profitability, we remain confident in bringing the line to full operational performance during 2027. 

Preparations for the separation of our Swedish forest assets business, now named Bergslagets Skogar (formerly ForestCo), continued to progress as planned. A dedicated management team is in place, and we are preparing for a Capital Markets Day on 3 November 2026, which will provide further detail on the business, its strategy and financial profile. 

This quarter marks the first time we report under our new reporting structure, which reflects how we manage the business and how value is created across the Group. A key to value creation is the P&L responsibility across 6 Business Areas and 23 Business Units. I am pleased to see that this decentralised P&L responsibility is already having a positive effect through our leaders focusing on continuous profit improvement. This provides a strong foundation for performance culture going forward.

Our strategic priorities remain unchanged: 

  • Lead in customer value creation through innovation, quality and sustainability
  • Grow faster than market with superior customer offering, leading technology and operational efficiency
  • Expand margin through business focus, a positive performance culture and systematic value creation
  • Generate cash with high conversion ratio and disciplined capital allocation

We continue to strengthen our competitiveness and ability to deliver consistent performance regardless of external market volatility. 

I would like to thank our employees for their strong contribution at the start of the year. Together, we are building a stronger, more focused, and more sustainable Stora Enso.

Webcast for analysts, investors, and media 
Stora Enso’s President and CEO Hans Sohlström and CFO Niclas Rosenlew will present the results in a webcast today starting at 11:00 am EEST (10:00 CEST, 9:00 BST, 4:00 EST). The live the webcast can be accessed using the following link: https://stora-enso-q1-earnings-presentation-2026.open-exchange.net/.

During the webcast presentation, analysts and investors will also have the possibility to ask questions. To participate in the teleconference, please choose the “Teleconference” option on the homepage of the webcast. Recording of the webcast will be available shortly after the event at the same address and at storaenso.com.

Media representatives who wish to ask questions after the publication of the report may contact Hanna Rutanen, SVP Communications at Stora Enso on +358 41 507 1361

Save the date: Bergslagets Skogar will organise a Capital Markets Day on 3 November 2026 in Stockholm.

This release is a summary of Stora Enso’s Interim Report January–March 2026. The complete report is attached to this release as a pdf file, and it is also available on the company website.

For further information, please contact:
Jutta Mikkola
SVP Investor Relations
tel. +358 50 544 6061

Hanna Rutanen
SVP Communications
Tel. +358 41 507 1361

Stora Enso is a global leader in renewable materials with a strong focus on packaging. Our purpose is to replace non-renewable materials with renewable solutions. Together with our customers, we design and deliver competitive, high-quality packaging materials and solutions, made from fresh and recycled fibers, accelerating the transition to a circular bioeconomy. Stora Enso has approximately 19,000 employees and our sales in 2025 were EUR 9.3 billion. Stora Enso’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy (STEAV, STERV) and Nasdaq Stockholm AB (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded on OTC Markets (OTCQX) in the USA as ADRs and ordinary shares (SEOAY, SEOFF, SEOJF). storaenso.com/investors

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SUZHOU, China, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LONGi announced that it has been ranked as a Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturer in BloombergNEF’s Q2 2026 report, marking the eighth consecutive quarter the company has received this recognition.

BloombergNEF’s Tier 1 ranking is widely recognized for its rigorous methodology and dynamic quarterly reassessment process, which evaluates companies based on key dimensions including technology strength, project execution, bankability and financial stability. This continued recognition underscores LONGi’s demonstrated capacity to deliver long-term reliability and tangible value to customers worldwide.

As a world-leading energy storage solution provider, LONGi develops and delivers solutions across a wide range of applications-from commercial and industrial systems to utility-scale deployments. Its products are designed to meet stringent requirements for performance, safety, and long-term reliability, supporting grid stability, renewable integration, and the evolving demands of modern power systems.

At the core of this recognition is LONGi’s fully integrated, self-developed 5S(PCS, BMS, EMS, iCCS, TMS) technology framework, which enables end-to-end control across product design, system integration, and operational management, delivering optimized system efficiency, enhanced reliability, and stable performance under diverse operating conditions.

Safety remains a key pillar of LONGi’s product philosophy. Backed by a proven track record of zero thermal runaway incidents, LONGi continues to set a high safety benchmark for energy storage deployments. Building on these foundations, the company is further advancing a full-stack solar-plus-storage architecture that combines integrated products, intelligent platform coordination, and lifecycle service capabilities to maximize asset value for customers.

Looking ahead, LONGi remains focused on enhancing its technology capabilities and expanding global footprint, with a focus on one commitment: delivering safe, efficient, and reliable integrated energy storage solutions to support the next phase of global energy transition.

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SUZHOU, China, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LONGi announced that it has been ranked as a Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturer in BloombergNEF’s Q2 2026 report, marking the eighth consecutive quarter the company has received this recognition.

BloombergNEF’s Tier 1 ranking is widely recognized for its rigorous methodology and dynamic quarterly reassessment process, which evaluates companies based on key dimensions including technology strength, project execution, bankability and financial stability. This continued recognition underscores LONGi’s demonstrated capacity to deliver long-term reliability and tangible value to customers worldwide.

As a world-leading energy storage solution provider, LONGi develops and delivers solutions across a wide range of applications-from commercial and industrial systems to utility-scale deployments. Its products are designed to meet stringent requirements for performance, safety, and long-term reliability, supporting grid stability, renewable integration, and the evolving demands of modern power systems.

At the core of this recognition is LONGi’s fully integrated, self-developed 5S(PCS, BMS, EMS, iCCS, TMS) technology framework, which enables end-to-end control across product design, system integration, and operational management, delivering optimized system efficiency, enhanced reliability, and stable performance under diverse operating conditions.

Safety remains a key pillar of LONGi’s product philosophy. Backed by a proven track record of zero thermal runaway incidents, LONGi continues to set a high safety benchmark for energy storage deployments. Building on these foundations, the company is further advancing a full-stack solar-plus-storage architecture that combines integrated products, intelligent platform coordination, and lifecycle service capabilities to maximize asset value for customers.

Looking ahead, LONGi remains focused on enhancing its technology capabilities and expanding global footprint, with a focus on one commitment: delivering safe, efficient, and reliable integrated energy storage solutions to support the next phase of global energy transition.

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VANCOUVER, BC and LONDON, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) today announced that Wrightbus (https://wrightbus.com/), a leading UK‑based bus manufacturer and long‑standing Ballard partner, has formally nominated Ballard as the fuel cell supplier for its next‑generation StreetDeck Hydroliner Gen 3.0 hydrogen bus platform.

This nomination covers the integration of Ballard’s FCmove®‑SC hydrogen fuel cell engine—Ballard’s newest, high‑efficiency platform launched in late 2025—into Wrightbus’ Gen 3.0 double‑decker FCEV bus, with series production scheduled to begin in 2027.

The FCmove®‑SC engine delivers higher efficiency, extended durability, and a simplified system architecture designed to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) for transit operators. These improvements are particularly impactful for long‑range, high‑utilization duty cycles where hydrogen fuel cell buses offer operational advantages over battery‑electric alternatives.

“Wrightbus’ nomination of Ballard for the StreetDeck Hydroliner Gen 3.0 platform represents a major milestone for our next‑generation FCmove®‑SC engine,” said Oben Uluc, Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Ballard. “This decision reflects our decades‑long collaboration and Wrightbus’ confidence in Ballard’s ability to deliver performance, reliability, and lifecycle economics at scale. The FCmove®‑SC was made for the mature bus market, and OEM nominations like this validate the value proposition for customers.”

“Our Gen 3.0 hydrogen bus has been in development for some time, ready for launch next year, and we are looking for partners who can help generate greater efficiency, improved lifecycle economics, and robust performance for demanding transit operations. Our next generation hydrogen bus is all about creating a TCO that is comparable to battery-electric and there are plenty of examples where electric doesn’t provide the range needed for efficient daily operation or where the cost of infrastructure is prohibitive,” said Wrightbus’ Chief Procurement Officer Paul King.

Mr. King concluded, “We are delighted to be able to extend our partnership with Ballard, using their next generation fuel cells, as we accelerate the rollout of hydrogen mobility across our key markets.”

Today, Ballard‑powered fleets have grown to more than 2,200 fuel cell buses worldwide, collectively logging over 300 million kilometers with 98% availability and zero reported safety incidents. Through Ballard Fleet Services, including training, technical support, parts supply, operational monitoring, digital insights, and ongoing stack servicing, Ballard and its customers unlock additional value that strengthens fleet performance and supports long‑term operational success.

About Ballard Power Systems
Ballard Power Systems’ (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells are enabling electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, and stationary power. To learn more about Ballard, please visit www.ballard.com.

About Wrightbus
Wrightbus is a UK‑based leader in zero‑emission transportation, recognized for pioneering the world’s first hydrogen‑powered double‑deck bus and advancing next‑generation battery‑electric and hydrogen mobility solutions. With a legacy of innovation dating back to 1946, Wrightbus designs and manufactures high‑efficiency buses that support global transit agencies in reducing emissions and modernizing fleets. The company’s commitment to engineering excellence and sustainable transport continues to shape the future of clean mobility across the UK, Europe, and international markets.

This release contains forward-looking statements concerning product attributes and benefits to customers, anticipated product deliveries and customer deployments. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard’s current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are based on Ballard’s assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand.

These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard’s actual results to be materially different, including general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard’s future performance, please refer to Ballard’s most recent Annual Information Form. Readers should not place undue reliance on Ballard’s forward-looking statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, other than as required under applicable legislation.

Further Information
Sumit Kundu – Investor Relations, +1.604.453.3517 or investors@ballard.com

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CHICAGO, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Richard Purpose Builders, a national purpose-driven general contractor committed to building structures that strengthen communities, advance healthcare, and drive innovation, today announced that John “Conrad” Lynch has joined the organization as Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety providing company-wide safety leadership across all projects, markets, and teams nationwide.

The appointment reflects Richard’s commitment to building not just with purpose, but with the highest standard of care for every person on every job site. As the company grows in scale and complexity, from federal healthcare facilities to advanced manufacturing and data center construction, the need for a seasoned, forward-thinking safety leader has never been more critical. In Conrad Lynch, Richard has found exactly that.

Lynch brings more than 25 years of health, safety, and environmental leadership to Richard, with a career defined by measurable results and a relentless commitment to protecting people. Over the course of his tenure leading safety programs across multi-phase construction megaprojects exceeding one billion dollars in value, he achieved zero lost-time incidents across multiple major projects, reduced incident rates by an estimated 25% through predictive risk assessment and cut reportable incidents by 20% through OSHA and NFPA-compliant training programs. He has led teams of safety professionals across complex, fast-track environments including mission-critical facilities, high-voltage utility interfaces, and 24/7 construction operations. His record is not one of compliance for its own sake. It is one of building cultures where safety becomes the instinct of every worker on site, not just a requirement.

At Richard, Lynch will lead the development and continuous improvement of the company’s safety program across all construction sites, federal and private, overseeing everything from OSHA and EM 385-1-1 compliance to infection control requirements in healthcare construction environments. He will direct internal audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses, while developing and delivering training programs for employees, subcontractors, and site visitors. His work will directly shape the culture of safety Richard brings to every project it builds.

“Safety is not a program you implement. It is a culture you build, one decision, one leader, and one job site at a time. John Conrad brings a level of expertise, proven results, and personal commitment to this work that will strengthen every team and every project we touch. His record speaks for itself, but what truly sets him apart is the way he approaches safety as a people discipline first. That is the Richard way, and we are proud to have him leading it.” –Jed Richard, Founder & CEO, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch reflected on what brought him to Richard and what he sees ahead:

Innovation is the future of EHS, but people determine its success. If we’re not reaching the workforce and driving real behavioral change, even the most advanced solutions fall short. True transformation happens when technology and people move forward together.” –Conrad Lynch, Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch holds a Certified Safety Professional designation, a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School with a focus on corporate strategy, artificial intelligence, and innovation, and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health. For Lynch, leadership happens in the field. He will be present and on the ground across Richard’s national project portfolio.

About Richard Purpose Builders

Founded by Jed Richard, Richard is a national, purpose-driven general contracting and construction management firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, with offices in San Diego, CA and Colorado Springs, CO. Recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing construction companies and a best place to work, Richard delivers complex, high-impact projects nationwide across both federal and private-sector markets. Guided by its Purpose Builder mission, Richard builds structures that enhance the impact its clients have in the world. For more information, visit richardgroup.com.

Media Contact: Nancy Flemm, Nancy.flemm@richardgroup.com
Questions? Reach Conrad Lynch at conrad.lynch@richardgroup.com or (773) 712-1483

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CHICAGO, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Richard Purpose Builders, a national purpose-driven general contractor committed to building structures that strengthen communities, advance healthcare, and drive innovation, today announced that John “Conrad” Lynch has joined the organization as Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety providing company-wide safety leadership across all projects, markets, and teams nationwide.

The appointment reflects Richard’s commitment to building not just with purpose, but with the highest standard of care for every person on every job site. As the company grows in scale and complexity, from federal healthcare facilities to advanced manufacturing and data center construction, the need for a seasoned, forward-thinking safety leader has never been more critical. In Conrad Lynch, Richard has found exactly that.

Lynch brings more than 25 years of health, safety, and environmental leadership to Richard, with a career defined by measurable results and a relentless commitment to protecting people. Over the course of his tenure leading safety programs across multi-phase construction megaprojects exceeding one billion dollars in value, he achieved zero lost-time incidents across multiple major projects, reduced incident rates by an estimated 25% through predictive risk assessment and cut reportable incidents by 20% through OSHA and NFPA-compliant training programs. He has led teams of safety professionals across complex, fast-track environments including mission-critical facilities, high-voltage utility interfaces, and 24/7 construction operations. His record is not one of compliance for its own sake. It is one of building cultures where safety becomes the instinct of every worker on site, not just a requirement.

At Richard, Lynch will lead the development and continuous improvement of the company’s safety program across all construction sites, federal and private, overseeing everything from OSHA and EM 385-1-1 compliance to infection control requirements in healthcare construction environments. He will direct internal audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses, while developing and delivering training programs for employees, subcontractors, and site visitors. His work will directly shape the culture of safety Richard brings to every project it builds.

“Safety is not a program you implement. It is a culture you build, one decision, one leader, and one job site at a time. John Conrad brings a level of expertise, proven results, and personal commitment to this work that will strengthen every team and every project we touch. His record speaks for itself, but what truly sets him apart is the way he approaches safety as a people discipline first. That is the Richard way, and we are proud to have him leading it.” –Jed Richard, Founder & CEO, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch reflected on what brought him to Richard and what he sees ahead:

Innovation is the future of EHS, but people determine its success. If we’re not reaching the workforce and driving real behavioral change, even the most advanced solutions fall short. True transformation happens when technology and people move forward together.” –Conrad Lynch, Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch holds a Certified Safety Professional designation, a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School with a focus on corporate strategy, artificial intelligence, and innovation, and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health. For Lynch, leadership happens in the field. He will be present and on the ground across Richard’s national project portfolio.

About Richard Purpose Builders

Founded by Jed Richard, Richard is a national, purpose-driven general contracting and construction management firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, with offices in San Diego, CA and Colorado Springs, CO. Recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing construction companies and a best place to work, Richard delivers complex, high-impact projects nationwide across both federal and private-sector markets. Guided by its Purpose Builder mission, Richard builds structures that enhance the impact its clients have in the world. For more information, visit richardgroup.com.

Media Contact: Nancy Flemm, Nancy.flemm@richardgroup.com
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CHICAGO, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Richard Purpose Builders, a national purpose-driven general contractor committed to building structures that strengthen communities, advance healthcare, and drive innovation, today announced that John “Conrad” Lynch has joined the organization as Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety providing company-wide safety leadership across all projects, markets, and teams nationwide.

The appointment reflects Richard’s commitment to building not just with purpose, but with the highest standard of care for every person on every job site. As the company grows in scale and complexity, from federal healthcare facilities to advanced manufacturing and data center construction, the need for a seasoned, forward-thinking safety leader has never been more critical. In Conrad Lynch, Richard has found exactly that.

Lynch brings more than 25 years of health, safety, and environmental leadership to Richard, with a career defined by measurable results and a relentless commitment to protecting people. Over the course of his tenure leading safety programs across multi-phase construction megaprojects exceeding one billion dollars in value, he achieved zero lost-time incidents across multiple major projects, reduced incident rates by an estimated 25% through predictive risk assessment and cut reportable incidents by 20% through OSHA and NFPA-compliant training programs. He has led teams of safety professionals across complex, fast-track environments including mission-critical facilities, high-voltage utility interfaces, and 24/7 construction operations. His record is not one of compliance for its own sake. It is one of building cultures where safety becomes the instinct of every worker on site, not just a requirement.

At Richard, Lynch will lead the development and continuous improvement of the company’s safety program across all construction sites, federal and private, overseeing everything from OSHA and EM 385-1-1 compliance to infection control requirements in healthcare construction environments. He will direct internal audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses, while developing and delivering training programs for employees, subcontractors, and site visitors. His work will directly shape the culture of safety Richard brings to every project it builds.

“Safety is not a program you implement. It is a culture you build, one decision, one leader, and one job site at a time. John Conrad brings a level of expertise, proven results, and personal commitment to this work that will strengthen every team and every project we touch. His record speaks for itself, but what truly sets him apart is the way he approaches safety as a people discipline first. That is the Richard way, and we are proud to have him leading it.” –Jed Richard, Founder & CEO, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch reflected on what brought him to Richard and what he sees ahead:

Innovation is the future of EHS, but people determine its success. If we’re not reaching the workforce and driving real behavioral change, even the most advanced solutions fall short. True transformation happens when technology and people move forward together.” –Conrad Lynch, Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety, Richard Purpose Builders

Lynch holds a Certified Safety Professional designation, a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School with a focus on corporate strategy, artificial intelligence, and innovation, and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health. For Lynch, leadership happens in the field. He will be present and on the ground across Richard’s national project portfolio.

About Richard Purpose Builders

Founded by Jed Richard, Richard is a national, purpose-driven general contracting and construction management firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, with offices in San Diego, CA and Colorado Springs, CO. Recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing construction companies and a best place to work, Richard delivers complex, high-impact projects nationwide across both federal and private-sector markets. Guided by its Purpose Builder mission, Richard builds structures that enhance the impact its clients have in the world. For more information, visit richardgroup.com.

Media Contact: Nancy Flemm, Nancy.flemm@richardgroup.com
Questions? Reach Conrad Lynch at conrad.lynch@richardgroup.com or (773) 712-1483

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TORONTO, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Franco-Nevada Corporation (“Franco-Nevada” or the “Company”) (TSX: FNV) (NYSE: FNV) announces the publication of its 2026 Asset Handbook and 2026 Sustainability Report. “Our Asset Handbook provides detailed descriptions of all of our material assets.  We believe it is an essential tool for investors and analysts to evaluate the true potential of our portfolio and to appreciate the extent of the exposure we have to the resource optionality of many of the world’s best mineral trends,” said Paul Brink, President & CEO. “Our Sustainability Report shows how sustainability considerations are embedded into our decision-making and portfolio oversight, outlines our programs and commitments, and provides a focused view of portfolio–level performance, including key factors at our top producing assets and operators.”

Asset Handbook

The 2026 Asset Handbook provides an overview of the portfolio. It describes each of our material assets including their performance to date and outlook. It also provides the underlying Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves associated with those assets.

Leading gold-focused royalty and streaming company:

  • Since our 2007 IPO we have achieved a compounded annual growth rate of 17% in total shareholder returns
  • Growth in annual GEOs of 3x and revenue of 12x since 2008
  • Nineteen consecutive years of dividend increases with approximately $2.8 billion paid

Largest and most diversified portfolio of cash-flow producing assets:

  • 121 cash-flow producing assets generated ~$1.66 billion in Adjusted EBITDA1 in 2025
  • Portfolio well diversified by asset, operator, geography and commodity, no more than 12% of revenue will come from any one asset for 2026
  • Long-life portfolio with M&I Royalty Ounce Mine Life2 of 34 years and a further 12-year Inferred Royalty Ounce Mine Life2 for our mining assets

Strong growth outlook:

  • Growth driven by recent acquisitions, mine expansions and new mine starts, with the added potential of a restart of Cobre Panama, long-term optionality with interests in a suite of large-scale development projects that would provide added gold, copper and nickel interest and exposure to the exploration success on approximately 72,000km2 on some of the world’s great mineral trends
  • No debt, $3.1 billion in available capital and a strong pipeline of opportunities

Sustainability Report

Our 2026 Sustainability Report outlines our accomplishments in 2025 and our commitments to further our sustainability-related leadership. Highlights of the report include:

Responsible Capital Allocation:

  • Ongoing monitoring of sustainability performance across our major assets, with a focus on health and safety, tailings management, communities and Indigenous Peoples, water management and risk, carbon footprint, and biodiversity

Community and Industry Contributions:

  • Continued year–over–year growth in community contributions, made in partnership with operators across multiple jurisdictions and continued support for mining industry organizations and diversity initiatives

Good Governance and Shareholder Alignment:

  • Recognized for the first time as one of Corporate Knights’ 2026 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations and once again named as one of Corporate Knights’ Canada’s Best 50 Corporate Citizens for 2025 along with being ranked the number one mining company in The Globe and Mail’s 2025 Board Games
  • High level of Board and management share ownership

Diversity, Inclusion and Well-Being:

  • 44% diversity among Board members by reason of gender or ethnicity following the 2026 annual meeting
  • Continued expansion of the Franco–Nevada Mining Industry Scholarship program, supporting the development of a more diverse future workforce

Climate Action:

  • Second year of measuring progress against our corporate emissions reduction targets
  • Ongoing focus on emissions reduction initiatives across our global corporate operations, including the successful implementation of a solar panel project at our Barbados office

Transparency and Recognition:

  • Alignment of sustainability-related disclosure with leading reporting standards and frameworks, including SASB, GRI and continued transition to reporting in alignment with IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
  • Recognition from rating agencies, including an improved “AAA” MSCI ESG rating, Global ESG Leader designation from Sustainalytics, and a “Prime” rating from ISS ESG

Corporate Summary

Franco-Nevada Corporation is the leading gold-focused royalty and streaming company with the largest and most diversified portfolio of cash-flow producing assets. Its business model provides investors with gold price and exploration optionality while limiting exposure to cost inflation. Franco-Nevada is debt-free and uses its free cash flow to expand its portfolio and pay dividends. It trades under the symbol FNV on both the Toronto and New York stock exchanges. Franco-Nevada is the gold investment that works.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws and the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, respectively, which may include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to future events or future performance, management’s expectations regarding Franco-Nevada’s growth, results of operations, estimated future revenues, performance guidance, carrying value of assets, future dividends and requirements for additional capital, mineral resources and mineral reserves estimates, production estimates, production costs and revenue, future demand for and prices of commodities, expected mining sequences, business prospects and opportunities, the performance and plans of third party operators, any ongoing or future audits being conducted by the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”), the expected exposure for current and future tax assessments and available remedies, and statements with respect to the future status and any potential restart of the Cobre Panamá mine and related arbitration proceedings. In addition, statements relating to mineral resources and mineral reserves, GEOs or mine lives are forward-looking statements, as they involve implied assessment, based on certain estimates and assumptions, and no assurance can be given that the estimates and assumptions are accurate and that such mineral resources and mineral reserves, GEOs or mine lives will be realized. Such forward-looking statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budgets”, “potential for”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “predicts”, “projects”, “intends”, “targets”, “aims”, “anticipates” or “believes” or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases or may be identified by statements to the effect that certain actions “may”, “could”, “should”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Franco-Nevada to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. A number of factors could cause actual events or results to differ materially from any forward-looking statement, including, without limitation: fluctuations in the prices of the primary commodities that drive royalty and stream revenue (gold, platinum group metals, copper, nickel, silver, iron-ore and oil and gas); fluctuations in the value of the Canadian and Australian dollar, Brazilian real, Mexican peso and any other currency in which revenue is generated, relative to the U.S. dollar; changes in national and local government legislation, including permitting and licensing regimes and taxation policies and the enforcement thereof; proposed tariff and other trade measures that may be imposed by the United States and proposed retaliatory measures that may be adopted by its trading partners; the adoption and implementation of a global minimum tax on corporations; regulatory, political or economic developments in any of the countries where properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest are located or through which they are held; risks related to the operators of the properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest, including changes in the ownership and control of such operators; relinquishment or sale of mineral properties; influence of macroeconomic developments; business opportunities that become available to, or are pursued by Franco-Nevada; reduced access to debt and equity capital; litigation; title, permit or license disputes related to interests on any of the properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest; whether or not the Company is determined to have “passive foreign investment company” (“PFIC”) status as defined in Section 1297 of the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended; potential changes in Canadian tax treatment of offshore streams; excessive cost escalation as well as development, permitting, infrastructure, operating or technical difficulties on any of the properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest; access to sufficient pipeline capacity; actual mineral content may differ from the mineral resources and mineral reserves contained in technical reports; rate and timing of production differences from mineral resource estimates, other technical reports and mine plans; risks and hazards associated with the business of development and mining on any of the properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest, including, but not limited to unusual or unexpected geological and metallurgical conditions, slope failures or cave-ins, sinkholes, flooding and other natural disasters, terrorism, civil unrest or an outbreak of contagious disease; the impact of future pandemics; and the integration of acquired assets. The forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including, without limitation: the ongoing operation of the properties in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest by the owners or operators of such properties in a manner consistent with past practice; the accuracy of public statements and disclosures made by the owners or operators of such underlying properties; no material adverse change in the market price of the commodities that underlie the asset portfolio; the Company’s ongoing income and assets relating to determination of its PFIC status; no material changes to existing tax treatment; the expected application of tax laws and regulations by taxation authorities; the expected assessment and outcome of any audit by any taxation authority; no adverse development in respect of any significant property in which Franco-Nevada holds a royalty, stream or other interest; the accuracy of publicly disclosed expectations for the development of underlying properties that are not yet in production; integration of acquired assets; and the absence of any other factors that could cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. However, there can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. In addition, there can be no assurance as to (i) the outcome of any ongoing or future audit by the CRA or the Company’s exposure as a result thereof, or (ii) the future status and any potential restart of the Cobre Panamá mine or the outcome of any related arbitration proceedings. Franco-Nevada cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Accordingly, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements due to the inherent uncertainty therein.

For additional information with respect to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, please refer to Franco-Nevada’s most recent Annual Information Form as well as Franco-Nevada’s most recent Management’s Discussion and Analysis filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities on www.sedarplus.com and Franco-Nevada’s most recent Annual Report filed on Form 40-F filed with the SEC on www.sec.gov. The forward-looking statements herein are made as of the date hereof only and Franco-Nevada does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new information, estimates or opinions, future events or results or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

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1 Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure with no standardized meaning under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS Accounting Standards”) and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other issuers. Further information relating to this non-GAAP financial measure is incorporated by reference from the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section of Franco-Nevada’s MD&A for the three months and year ended December 31, 2025 and filed on March 10, 2026 with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities on SEDAR+ available at www.sedarplus.com and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission available on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.

2 As defined in the 2026 Asset Handbook

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New partnership will pilot next-generation processing technology to extract tungsten and critical minerals while reducing environmental impact

SALT LAKE CITY and TOKYO, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Milford Mining Company Utah (MMCU) and Furnace Japan Co., Inc. today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deploy next-generation, environmentally sustainable processing technology in Utah that accelerates the recovery of tungsten from its mine tailings.

The partnership combines MMCU’s extensive mineral assets in Utah—including high-grade copper resources, historical tungsten deposits and legacy tailings—with Furnace Japan’s proprietary, internationally patented electric resistance furnace (ERF) technology. Together, the companies aim to unlock new value from both primary resources and previously discarded materials while significantly reducing environmental impact.

“The agreement with Furnace Japan highlights Milford Mining Company Utah’s global leadership in pioneering innovation that shows what’s possible when Utah’s resources are paired with world-class technology,” said Utah Governor Spencer Cox. “Milford Mining Company Utah is leading the way in unlocking Utah’s critical mineral potential, creating rural jobs, and driving prosperity across our state.”

Conventional extraction methods rely on acid-intensive processes that generate large volumes of waste and present logistical and environmental challenges. Furnace Japan’s pyrometallurgical ERF technology offers a cleaner alternative—using primarily electrical energy to process both newly mined ore and legacy tailings without large-scale acid consumption. The result is a more efficient system that produces environmentally stable, non-polluting slag that can be repurposed for industrial applications, thereby moving mining closer to a circular, zero-waste model.

Under the MOU, MMCU and Furnace Japan will develop a pilot plant in Milford to recover tungsten and other valuable minerals from historical tailings. Pending successful validation, the partners plan to scale to a commercial operation and expand the technology to support upstream processing of newly mined ore. This approach transforms long-standing environmental liabilities into strategic domestic resources, supporting growing demand driven by electrification, AI infrastructure and national defense.

“Milford Mining Company Utah is committed to sustainable practices that protect our national security and support our thriving economy right here at home,” said MMCU Chairman Roger Barris. “Our collaboration with Furnace Japan has the potential to transform our mining byproducts into highly valuable critical minerals not found anywhere else in the world.”

This unprecedented partnership is uniquely positioned within Utah’s Milford Renewable Energy Corridor to enable access to geothermal and wind energy that will power future operations. By integrating clean energy with advanced processing, the partnership aims to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of mineral recovery and set a new benchmark for sustainable mining in the United States.

This collaboration aligns with the broader U.S.–Japan efforts to secure critical mineral supply chains. By pairing advanced Japanese processing technology with U.S. resource development, infrastructure and workforce, the partnership represents a model for allied industrial cooperation—enhancing both economic resilience and national security.

About Milford Mining Company Utah
Milford Mining Company Utah is a U.S.- based mining company operating in Beaver County, Utah, with significant mining assets and a focus on resource development and expansion of critical mineral recoveary. MMCU represents one of the only domestic copper restarts in the United States in decades, having successfully restarted operations at one of the highest-grade copper mines in the country and ramped production to meet surging American copper demand.

About Furnace Japan Co., Inc.
Furnace Japan is an engineering company specializing in advanced pyrometallurgical technologies, including globally patented electric resistance furnace (ERF) systems integrated with plasma applications. Its proprietary technology enables the treatment of hazardous waste streams while recovering precious and critical minerals, converting residual materials into environmentally safe, non-polluting functional slag. The company’s solutions are designed for support sustainable resource recovery, circular economy initiatives, and advanced environmental protection.

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