Drillings fluid and services

HVC is currently developing multiple geothermal projects in The Netherlands. Examples of these projects are: • Aardwarmte Alton in Heerhugowaard (4 wells + 1 optional) • Aardwarmte Den Hoorn (4 wells) • Aardwarmte Pijnacker (2 wells) • Aardwarmte Den Helder (2 wells) • Aardwarmte Lelystad (2 wells) Besides the projects mentioned above - HVC has the ambition develop more geothermal projects in its shareholder areas. The focus for this tender is the procurement of directional drilling services for Aardwarmte Alton in Heerhugowaard as we aim to start drilling in July / August 2026. Planning for the other projects is not yet clear at this stage - however HVC has the ambition to realise the majority of above projects before end of 2029....