22 July 2025

Global Connectivity plc ("GCON" or the "Company")

Appointment of Dr. Keith Harris to PLUG Board as Non-Executive Chairman

Global Connectivity plc (AQSE: GCON), a company focused on strategic holdings in high-growth communication and connectivity technologies, is pleased to announce that its Executive Chairman, Dr. Keith Harris, has been appointed to the Board of Plug Group Ltd ("PLUG") as Non-Executive Chairman, effective as of 21 July.

This appointment reflects GCON's deepening commitment to supporting PLUG's mission to unlock value from legacy copper telecommunications infrastructure globally. GCON currently holds 87,500 ordinary shares in PLUG, representing 7.0% of PLUG's issued share capital (based on 1.25 million shares in issue), making it PLUG's third-largest shareholder and the largest non-founder investor.

Dr. Keith Harris, Executive Chairman of GCON, commented:

"PLUG offers a rare convergence of global environmental need and commercial opportunity through its innovative copper recovery solution. I am delighted to join the Board at this critical juncture as the business scales operations across multiple territories. My focus will be on ensuring that PLUG's growth is matched by prudent governance, disciplined execution, and value creation for all stakeholders."

Jeremy Leonard, CEO of PLUG, added:

"We are delighted to welcome Dr. Harris to the PLUG Board as Non-Executive Chairman. His experience at the highest levels of corporate finance and infrastructure will be instrumental in guiding our strategic and capital markets journey. PLUG is now entering an exciting commercial phase following a successful pilot with Telefonica and confirmed pilot with  V.tal in Brazil. Keith's appointment brings seasoned oversight to support our scaling and future funding path."

In accordance with corporate governance best practices, Dr. Harris's appointment to the PLUG Board has been recorded as a related party matter by the GCON Board, and appropriate policies have been implemented to manage any conflict of interest.

The Directors of the Company accept responsibility for the content of this announcement.

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About Global Connectivity plc (GCON)

Global Connectivity plc is a strategic investment Company focused on high-growth businesses across digital infrastructure, energy transition, and industrial technology. The Company seeks investments with strong ESG alignment, scalable platforms, and robust long-term value creation potential.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Keith Harris

Executive Chairman

Global Connectivity plc

Email:  info@globalconnectivityplc.com

https://www.globalconnectivityplc.com/

Claire Louise Noyce

AQSE Stock Exchange Corporate Advisor and AQSE Corporate Broker

Hybridan LLP  

Tel: +44 20 3764 2341

Email: claire.noyce@hybridan.com

www.hybridan.com