NEXE Innovations Inc. Announces 1.2 Million Compostable Pod Order to Support Bridgehead’s Planned Costco Launch

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NEXE Innovations (OTC: NEXNF) received a purchase order for 1.2 million compostable coffee pods from Bridgehead Coffee to support Bridgehead’s planned launch at Costco in Canada on Nov 5, 2025. The initial shipment of 625,000 BPI-certified pods will supply Ontario Costco stores, with additional deliveries planned as the rollout expands.

NEXE’s pod is described as fully compostable, BPI-certified, PFAS-free, Keurig-compatible, and produced under a two-year master manufacturing agreement signed December 2024 to supply Bridgehead blends Centro House and Bytown Boom.

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• Purchase order for 1.2M compostable pods
• Initial shipment of 625,000 BPI-certified pods
• BPI-certified and PFAS-free pod format
• Keurig-compatible pods for broad retail appeal
• Two-year master manufacturing agreement signed Dec 2024

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WINDSOR, Ontario, Nov. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NEXE Innovations Inc. ("NEXE", the "Company", "we", "us" or "our") (TSX.V: NEXE) (Frankfurt: NX5) (OTC: NEXNF), a compostable and innovative materials company, is pleased to announce a significant purchase order of 1.2 million compostable coffee pods from its partner, Bridgehead Coffee ("Bridgehead"), to support Bridgehead’s upcoming launch at Costco, one of Canada’s largest national retailers.

The order marks a significant commercial milestone for NEXE, underscoring the adoption of its proprietary pod technology. The initial shipment of 625,000 BPI-certified compostable pods is intended to support the rollout of Bridgehead’s coffee products in Ontario Costco stores, with additional deliveries expected as the launch expands.

The NEXE Pod is designed to offer a blend of convenience and sustainability — fully compostable, BPI-certified, non-toxic, PFAS-free, and compatible with Keurig®* brewers.

Bridgehead Coffee, a proud Canadian company with more than 40 years of coffee excellence, partnered with NEXE Innovations in 2024 to replace soft-bottom compostable pods with NEXE’s fully compostable, high-performance format. The BPI-certified compostable pods are engineered to deliver a comparable brewing experience to conventional single-use plastic pods, while breaking down completely in commercial composting facilities, helping divert plastic waste from landfills.

“We believe this purchase order highlights the growing interest in our compostable pod technology and our ability to support retail partners with scalable solutions,” said Ash Guglani, President of NEXE Innovations. “The initial shipment of 625,000 BPI-certified compostable pods is expected to support the rollout of Bridgehead’s coffee products in Ontario Costco stores, with additional deliveries expected as the launch expands.”

Bridgehead Coffee, a Canadian brand recognized for its ethical sourcing and sustainability leadership, partnered with NEXE in 2024 to transition from soft-bottom compostable pods to NEXE’s next-generation, fully compostable format. Under a two-year master manufacturing agreement signed in December 2024, NEXE produces Bridgehead’s leading blends, Centro House and Bytown Boom, in its proprietary pod.

*NEXE Innovations Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Keurig®. Keurig® is a registered trademark of Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.

About NEXE Innovations Inc.
NEXE Innovations is focused on providing innovative compostable material solutions and packaging to the B2B segment to help businesses achieve their sustainability goals. NEXE Innovations has developed a proprietary and patented compostable material that can withstand heat, pressure, and water. Our flagship product, the NEXE Pod, a BPI-certified compostable coffee pod, showcases our material's durability and is an ideal substitute for plastic. The NEXE pod is compatible with major coffee brewing machines and is manufactured at NEXE's vertically integrated facility based in North America. Discover our innovative approach to sustainability at www.nexeinnovations.com and join our journey on social media@nexeinnovations. #compostablecoffeepods #sustainability #greentech

On behalf of the Company:
Ash Guglani
President & Director

For investor relations contact:
Kam Mangat
VP, Investor Relations & Corporate Strategy
invest@nexeinnovations.com

For media relations contact: media@nexeinnovations.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements or information, which include, but are not limited to, statements in respect of NEXE’s delivery to Bridgehead Coffee in connection with its planned Costco launch; and the increasing market for NEXE's BPI-certified compostable coffee pods. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such information can generally be identified by the use of forwarding-looking wording such as "may", "expect", "estimate", "anticipate", "intend", "believe" and "continue" or the negative thereof or similar variations. The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including but not limited to, the Company's ability to execute on its business strategy and those risks set out in the Company's management's discussion and analysis for year ended May 31, 2025 and the quarter ended August 31, 2025 under the headings "Risk and Uncertainties". Such statements and information are based on numerous assumptions regarding present and future business strategies and the environment in which the Company will operate in the future, including the demand for its products, anticipated costs, and the ability to achieve goals. Factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include receipt of necessary approvals and general economic, market or business conditions. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information.

The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release. Except as required by law, the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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FAQ

What did NEXE (OTC: NEXNF) announce on November 5, 2025?

NEXE announced a 1.2 million compostable pod purchase order from Bridgehead to support a Costco launch, with an initial 625,000 pod shipment for Ontario stores.

How many pods will NEXE ship initially to support Bridgehead’s Costco rollout?

The initial shipment is 625,000 BPI-certified compostable pods for Ontario Costco stores.

What certifications and features do NEXE pods have for the Bridgehead order?

The pods are described as BPI-certified, fully compostable, non-toxic, PFAS-free, and compatible with Keurig brewers.

Does NEXE have a supply agreement with Bridgehead and when was it signed?

Yes; NEXE and Bridgehead signed a two-year master manufacturing agreement in December 2024.

Will additional deliveries follow the initial NEXE shipment to Costco?

Yes; the company expects additional deliveries as Bridgehead’s Costco launch expands beyond the initial Ontario rollout.