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Kintyre Holdings (JA) Limited (KNTYR) Enters EV Market

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Kintyre Holdings (JA) Limited (KNTYR) – Strategic Partnership to Enter Electric Vehicle Market Kingston, Jamaica — June 17, 2026 Kintyre Holdings (JA) Limited (“Kintyre Holdings” or “the Company”) wishes to advise that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Florida-based Rush Hour Engineering as part of the Company’s entry into the electric vehicle (“EV”) market. The partnership will be undertaken through Kintyre Holdings’ subsidiary, Affinity Ventures Group Limited, which manages the Company’s consumer-based products portfolio. The automotive division will operate under the brand Affinity Automotive Group, with the website www.DriveWithAffinity.com . Under the transaction structure, Kintyre Holdings will hold a majority ownership stake in the Caribbean dealership operation, which is expected to lead the expansion and development of the EV brand across the region, beginning with Jamaica. The Company will also hold a minority stake in the distribution entity that works directly with the vehicle manufacturer. The venture will focus on the introduction and distribution of electric vehicles manufactured by Jiangxi Jiangling Group Electric Vehicle Co. (“JMEV”) throughout Jamaica, with a view to future expansion across the wider Caribbean market. As part of the initial rollout, the Company has secured and imported three ELIGHT electric sedan vehicles into Jamaica, which are expected to be made available shortly for public viewing and test drives. Tyrone Wilson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Kintyre Holdings, stated: “Kintyre Holdings is building a strong and resilient business platform. This international partnership is aligned with key strategic objectives for the year, and we are pleased to be

working with Edwin Xiao and the Rush Hour Engineering team as we build the brand in the Caribbean. Our initial focus will be on fl eet sales, while we develop the business-to-consumer division.” Adrian Smith, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Kintyre Holdings, noted: “This partnership represents another strategic move by Kintyre Holdings as we continue to build diversi fi ed revenue streams and position the Company within high-growth sectors. Electric vehicles and renewable transportation solutions are part of the future, and we are pleased to be establishing an early position within the Caribbean market.” The Company expects to make further announcements regarding dealership locations, infrastructure partnerships, charging solutions, and regional expansion plans in due course. For the fi rst quarter ended March 31, 2026, Kintyre Holdings reported net pro fi t of J$531.33 million, driven primarily by real estate gains. The Company also recorded increased revenue from its subsidiary, Bold Manufacturing and Distribution. Contact Shameel Brown Head of Communications & Company Secretary Kintyre Holdings (JA) Limited Email: [email protected]

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