Mr. Dean Hanisch reports

FOCUS GRAPHITE ESTABLISHES U.S. STORAGE AND SHIPPING HUB TO BETTER SERVICE AMERICAN PARTNERS AND CLIENTS

Focus Graphite Inc. has established a dedicated U.S. storage and shipping facility for graphite samples located at 6953 15 St. E, Sarasota, Fla. This strategic move is designed to enhance the accessibility of Focus Graphite's high-grade and purity graphite material for U.S.-based clients, including key industry, academia and government partners.

With growing demand from the defence, energy and battery sectors, having material readily available within the United States will streamline distribution, improve logistical efficiencies, and facilitate closer collaboration with testing and development partners. The Sarasota facility will enable Focus Graphite to better support its continuing target engagements with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), battery anode producers and military contractors as they work toward securing reliable domestic sources of critical minerals.

"The U.S. is accelerating its push to reduce dependence on foreign sources of critical minerals, particularly graphite, which is essential for battery, long-duration energy storage and defence applications," said Dean Hanisch, chief executive officer of Focus Graphite. "Establishing this storage and shipping hub in Florida allows us to directly support American industry and government partners with faster, more efficient access to our material."

In January, 2025, the American Active Anode Material Producers (AAAMP), a coalition of graphite producers, welcomed the preliminary determination by the International Trade Commission (ITC) that China's low-cost graphite exports have materially hindered the development of a domestic graphite industry. This decision aligns with the latest U.S. government policy direction, including President Donald Trump's recently announced executive order, Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production. The order seeks to enhance national and economic security by reducing reliance on foreign mineral imports, particularly from China.

As one of North America's most advanced graphite development companies, Focus Graphite is well positioned to contribute to this strategic shift. The company's Lac Knife project in Quebec hosts one of the highest-grade and purity graphite deposits globally, with a 27-year mine life and significant potential to supply the growing North American market.

By pro-actively establishing a U.S. distribution presence, Focus Graphite reinforces its commitment to supporting American industry with secure, high-quality graphite supply for energy storage, military and industrial applications.

About Focus Graphite Inc.

Focus Graphite is an advanced materials company developing sustainable mining and technology innovations. At the heart of the company's operations is the Lac Knife flake graphite deposit, known for its high-purity and grade -- ideal for applications in the military, defence and green energy revolutions. Currently advancing through Canada's mine permitting process, Focus Graphite is on the verge of transforming this resource into a viable supplier of critical mineral.

The company's proprietary, environmentally sustainable processing technologies ensure a green, chemical-free pathway from mine to market. The company's proprietary silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite patent technology is aimed at improving battery performance. The company specializes in producing advanced, high-purity graphite materials tailored for diverse industries, including EV (electric vehicle) batteries, military applications and high-technology manufacturing.

Focus Graphite's commitment extends beyond resource extraction -- the company is actively seeking partnerships with industry leaders, academic institutions and government bodies to try and accelerate the commercialization of advanced materials and technologies derived from its flagship project. As a proud Canadian company, Focus Graphite dedicated to contributing to North America's secure and sustainable critical minerals supply chain.

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