Pursuant to the provisions of Ljubljanska borza d.d., Ljubljana, and the applicable legislation, SIJ - Slovenska industrija jekla, d.d., Gerbičeva ulica 98, Ljubljana (hereinafter referred to as: SIJ d.d.) would like to inform the public that its two largest production companies, SIJ Acroni and SIJ Metal Ravne, have reached an agreement with the banks NLB d.d., UniCredit Banka Slovenija d.d., OTP banka d.d. and SID - Slovenska izvozna in razvojna banka, d.d., Ljubljana, on securing additional liquidity in the amount of EUR 25 million in order to support the operations of the SIJ Group. The European steel industry is currently grappling with significant challenges, including disproportionate steel import pressures from Asia, geopolitical uncertainties (in particular US tariffs) and high energy prices. The additional liquidity reflects the banks' confidence in the SIJ Group. Conclusion of the additional facility follows an independent review of the Group and its business plan by independent advisors to the lenders.

Based on unaudited figures, SIJ Group produced 248.1 thousand tonnes of steel and generated EUR 518.0 million in sales revenue in the first half of 2025, representing declines of 6 percent and 11 percent compared with the same period last year, and increases of 20 percent and 9 percent compared with the second half of 2024. EBITDA stood at EUR 20.6 million, which is not comparable with the EUR 42.2 million recorded in the same period last year due to the significant change in business circumstances. Nevertheless, performance improved significantly compared with the second half of 2024, with an EBITDA margin of 4.0%. The Group made a net loss of EUR 23.8 million, after non-cash costs, finance expenses and impairments.

In view of the above, SIJ Group is continuing constructive discussions with the banks to develop an integrated long-term refinancing solution for SIJ Group. The objective is to provide a stable long-term financial platform for the Group, which is essential in the face of challenging and uncertain market conditions.

With the additional liquidity, the SIJ Group continues to honour its contractual obligations in line with market practice and applicable law, pursuing responsible management, long-term sustainable operations, and safeguarding its employees’ social security.

Finally, the Company announces that the 47th General Assembly of Shareholders was held on 27 August 2025. The resolutions adopted at the 47th General Assembly of Shareholders are provided in the accompanying document.

The information contained in the publication will be available on the official website of SIJ d.d. at the following address http://www.sij.si/ for at least 5 years from the date of publication.