Strategic Partner Banpu Acquires $158M in BKV Shares as Part of Joint Venture Acquisition

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Banpu entities, a strategic partner and major shareholder of BKV Corp, acquired over 5.3 million shares valued at $158.1 million as part of the consideration for BKV Corp's acquisition of an additional 25% interest in their joint venture.

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• Significant Share Acquisition by Strategic Partner

  Banpu Public Co Ltd, BOG CO., LTD., Banpu North America Corp., Banpu Power Public Co Ltd, and Banpu Power US Corp (collectively 'Banpu entities') acquired 5,315,390 shares of BKV Corp common stock, valued at $158,132,852.

• Equity Consideration for Joint Venture Acquisition

  The shares were issued as 50% of the closing consideration for BKV Corp's acquisition of an additional 25% interest in the BKV-BPP Power Joint Venture, as previously announced in an 8-K filing on the same day.

• Increased Stake by Major Shareholder

  This transaction significantly increases the ownership stake of the Banpu entities, who are already 10% owners and have director representation, demonstrating strong strategic alignment and commitment to BKV Corp.

• Transaction Price vs. Current Market Price

  The shares were issued at a price of $21.6609 per share, based on a volume-weighted average price (VWAP) ending October 28, 2025, compared to the current stock price of $29.75.

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This Form 4 filing details a significant increase in ownership by Banpu entities, BKV Corp's strategic partner and major shareholder. The acquisition of over 5.3 million shares, valued at $158.1 million, represents the equity portion of the consideration for BKV Corp's acquisition of an additional 25% interest in the BKV-BPP Power Joint Venture. This transaction, occurring on the same day as the 8-K announcing the completion of the acquisition, solidifies Banpu's commitment and strategic alignment with BKV Corp, increasing their stake by a substantial amount. While the shares were issued at a price determined by a prior VWAP, the overall event signals strong strategic integration and confidence from a key partner.