YANGZIJIANG MARITIME DEVELOPMENT LTD. — Capital/Financing Update 2026

Jan 14, 2026

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SAC Capital Private Limited is the Issue Manager for the listing of Yangzijiang Maritime Development Ltd. on the Main Board of the Singapore Securities Exchange Trading Limited by way of an introduction.

For Immediate Release

Yangzijiang Maritime to Invest in up to 16 New Vessels to Accelerate Maritime Asset Portfolio Expansion

• Placed newbuilding orders for a total of 16 vessels, comprising 6 firm orders with an option for another 10 vessels, which will further expand the Group’s modern and ecoefficient newbuilding pipeline under its maritime investments business segment.

• The newbuilding orders (if fully exercised) will significantly boost the Group’s newbuilding portfolio to as many as 50 vessels and accelerate the expansion of the Group’s overall maritime asset portfolio.

• Since its IPO in November 2025, the Group has steadily advanced its business plans, augmenting its position as a maritime-focused investment and solutions platform, leveraging Singapore’s status as a global maritime hub.

Singapore, 14 January 2026 – Yangzijiang Maritime Development Ltd. (“ Yangzijiang Maritime ” or the “ Company ”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “ Group ”), a one-stop maritime financial solutions provider, is pleased to announce that the Group and co-investors have placed newbuilding orders with three Chinese shipyards for a total of 16 vessels (including options) with the following key details:

• 2 firm orders and 2 options for bulk carriers (approximately 40,000 DWT each) with scheduled deliveries between 28 April 2027 to 28 May 2028

• 2 firm orders and 6 options for mid-range product tankers (approximately 49,800 DWT each) with scheduled deliveries between 15 November 2027 to 15 February 2029

• 2 firm orders and 2 options for long-range 2 tankers (approximately 114,000 DWT each) with scheduled deliveries: 30 March 2028 to 26 September 2029

With the addition of these newbuilding orders, the Group’s newbuilding portfolio will increase significantly to a total of 50 vessels (including options) as follows:

• 2 newbuildings that have been successfully delivered;

• 34 firm newbuildings under construction (including the latest 6 firm orders); and

• 14 optional newbuildings (including the latest 10 options).

Executive Chairman and CEO of Yangzijiang Maritime, Mr. Ren Yuanlin said, “Building on our extensive experience in the maritime industry, we have identified several emerging trends that are driven by evolving market demand, fleet renewal, and efficiency requirements.

Our newbuilding orders will have integrated eco-features, aligning with IMO requirements while improving fuel efficiency and operational performance.

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By strategically investing in targeted segments and leveraging our strong balance sheet, we are well-positioned to grow sustainably with a focus on risk discipline, asset quality and long-term value creation.”

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About Yangzijiang Maritime Development Ltd. (SGX Stock Code: 8YZ)

Positioned as a strategic hub bridging together shipyards, shipowners, charterers and capital markets, Yangzijiang Maritime Development Ltd (“Yangzijiang Maritime” or the “Company”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) is a one-stop maritime financial solutions provider.

The principal business of the Group comprises the (a) Maritime Business, (b) Cash Management and the (c) Other Non-Maritime Investments.

Leveraging a diversified portfolio of maritime investments and a robust and established network within the global maritime industry, the Company has access to a proprietary pipeline of deals and strategic partnerships worldwide, allowing it to create and capture value across all phases of the maritime industry cycle.

For more information, please visit the Company’s website at: https://yzjmaritime.com/

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