HyOrc Disrupts Methanol Market with €350/Tonne Production Economics; Featured in Dow Jones’ OPIS Global Report

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HyOrc (OTCQB: HYOR) said its commercial development strategy and projected production economics were featured in the April 2026 OPIS Global Methanol Report by Dow Jones. The company targets a Levelized Cost of Methanol of €350/tonne using a dual-economics model that pairs waste-diversion revenue with internal power recovery from Refuse-Derived Fuel.

HyOrc plans a first commercial facility in Porto, Portugal in a joint venture with MO.RE.DA. Oils, Lda., is installing gasification equipment funded by a convertible bridge note, then intends project finance via an SPV. Bureau Veritas validated the process with zero non-conformance reports.

Positive

• Target LCOM €350/tonne validated in report
• Bureau Veritas validation with zero non-conformance reports
• Porto JV for first commercial facility with MO.RE.DA. Oils
• Integrated energy recovery using RDF to lower operating costs
• Convertible bridge funds immediate equipment installation to advance construction

Negative

• Reliance on project finance via SPV to retire bridge note
• Execution risk tied to timely gasifier installation and financing
• Convertible note may dilute shareholders or increase capital costs

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HOUSTON, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HyOrc Corporation (OTCQB: HYOR) today announced that its commercial development strategy and projected production economics were featured in the April-2026 OPIS Global Methanol Report (Issue 373) by Dow Jones.

Dominating the Marine Fuel Transition

Methanol has emerged as the premier decarbonization fuel for the global shipping industry. As ship owners face aggressive carbon-mandates that diesel cannot meet, methanol provides a "technology-ready" pathway. Unlike alternative energy carriers requiring trillions in new infrastructure, methanol leverages existing global handling-systems, positioning HyOrc’s modular production at the center of a massive industrial transition.

Validated Economics and Internal Power Recovery

HyOrc has confirmed a targeted Levelized Cost of Methanol of €350 per tonne, a profile achieved through a "dual-economics" model where revenue from waste diversion offsets production costs.

Profitability is further enhanced by HyOrc’s integrated energy strategy: the facility utilizes a portion of the incoming Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) to generate internal power via a proprietary HyOrc engine. By powering the energy-intensive synthesis-process internally, the Company significantly slashes operating expenses. This configuration was part of the process recently validated by Bureau Veritas with zero non-conformance reports (NCRs).

Strategic Financing and Execution

The Company is progressing through final mobilization for its first commercial facility in Porto, Portugal, held in a Joint Venture with MO.RE.DA. Oils, Lda..

• Tactical Bridge: A convertible note is being utilized to fund the immediate installation of gasification equipment on-site.
• Project Finance: Once installed, these assets will collateralize bank/equipment finance via a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to complete the project and retire the bridge note.

“We aren't just proving the science; we’re proving the margins,” said CEO Reginald Fubara. “The recognition by a Dow Jones-owned publication confirms that the industry is waking up to our model. At €350/tonne, we are delivering the holy grail: a sustainable fuel that is economically superior to fossil alternatives.”

About HyOrc Corporation
HyOrc Corporation (OTCQB: HYOR) develops and commercializes patented hydrogen-capable combustion and waste-to-fuel systems for the shipping, rail, and off-grid power sectors.

Website: www.hyorc.com Press Contact: comms@hyorc.com 

Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements under Sections 27A and 21E of the Securities Acts of 1933 and 1934. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Factors are described in Company filings with the SEC. The Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements.

FAQ

What production cost did HyOrc (HYOR) report in the April 2026 OPIS Global Methanol Report?

HyOrc targets a Levelized Cost of Methanol of €350 per tonne. According to the company, that metric is achieved via a dual-economics model combining waste-diversion revenue and internal power recovery from RDF.

Where is HyOrc building its first commercial methanol facility and who is the partner?

The first commercial facility will be in Porto, Portugal in a joint venture with MO.RE.DA. Oils, Lda. According to the company, the JV is proceeding to final mobilization and equipment installation on-site.

How is HyOrc funding the initial gasification equipment installation for the Porto site?

HyOrc is using a convertible bridge note to fund immediate installation. According to the company, installed assets will then collateralize bank/equipment finance via an SPV to retire the bridge note.

What validation did HyOrc cite for its process and operations in April 2026?

Bureau Veritas validated HyOrc’s configuration with zero non-conformance reports. According to the company, that validation covered the integrated energy and synthesis-process configuration using RDF.

How does HyOrc reduce operating expenses in its methanol production process?

HyOrc uses a portion of incoming Refuse-Derived Fuel to generate internal power, lowering energy costs. According to the company, the proprietary engine powers synthesis and helps reduce operating expenses.