Aegis Critical Energy Defence Appoints Chief Maritime Officer & Grants RSUs

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Aegis Critical Energy Defence (CSE: QESS, OTCQB: QESSF) appointed Raoul Jack as Chief Maritime Officer, effective December 15, 2025. Mr. Jack joins from Blue Ocean Maritime Consulting and formerly served as Managing Director of Vard Electro North America with extensive experience in vessel design and shipyard programs.

In the role he will support development and deployment of maritime energy solutions, including mobile shore-power systems, shipyard energy storage solutions (ESS) and related applications aligned with Aegis’s growth strategy.

The company also granted an aggregate of 4,080,000 restricted share units (RSUs) to directors and consultants, each with a 5-year term and vesting on certain milestones under the RSU plan approved by shareholders on March 17, 2025.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 2025) - Aegis Critical Energy Defence Corp. (CSE: QESS) (OTCQB: QESSF) (FSE: JG6) ("Aegis" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Raoul Jack as Chief Maritime Officer, effective December 15, 2025.

Raoul Jack is the Managing Partner of Blue Ocean Maritime Consulting Ltd. and formerly served as Managing Director of Vard Electro North America, a leading marine electrical systems integrator actively involved in Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy. With a distinguished background in the design and construction of complex vessels, Raoul has worked extensively with shipyards around the world, bringing decades of technical, operational, and strategic maritime expertise.

In his new role, Raoul will support the Company in the development and deployment of marine-focused energy solutions, including mobile shore-power systems powered by advanced Energy Storage Solutions (ESS), shipyard ESS platforms designed to optimize energy usage, and a range of additional maritime applications aligned with the Company's growth strategy.

Additionally, the Company announces that the Company has granted an aggregate amount of 4,080,000 restricted share units ("RSUs") to directors and consultants of the Company. The RSUs are valid for a 5-year term and vest upon certain milestones which align with the Company's growth objectives. The RSUs are granted and governed by the Company' RSU Plan, approved by shareholders at the Company's annual general meeting held on March 17, 2025.

About Aegis Critical Energy Defence Corp.

Aegis Critical Energy Defence Corp. (CSE: QESS) (OTCQB: QESSF) (FSE: JG6) develops and integrates advanced battery energy storage systems for defence, critical infrastructure, industrial, and AI data centre applications. Through strategic partnerships with Indigenous communities and global technology leaders, Aegis delivers rugged, intelligent, and secure energy systems designed for the next generation of mission-critical operations.

Contact Information
Paul Dickson
info@aegiscriticalenergy.com
(604) 283-1262

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

Who is Raoul Jack and when did he join Aegis (QESSF)?

Raoul Jack was appointed Chief Maritime Officer effective December 15, 2025.

What maritime experience does the new Aegis executive bring (QESSF)?

He is Managing Partner of Blue Ocean Maritime Consulting and formerly Managing Director of Vard Electro North America with decades of vessel design and shipyard experience.

How many RSUs did Aegis grant and who received them (QESSF)?

Aegis granted an aggregate of 4,080,000 RSUs to directors and consultants.

What are the RSU terms granted by Aegis (QESSF)?

The RSUs have a 5-year term and vest upon certain milestones under the company RSU plan.

When was Aegis's RSU plan approved (QESSF)?

The RSU plan was approved by shareholders at the annual general meeting on March 17, 2025.

What maritime projects will Raoul Jack support at Aegis (QESSF)?

He will support mobile shore-power systems, shipyard ESS platforms, and other maritime energy applications aligned with growth objectives.