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RDIA Approval in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Active Energy Group plc has received formal approval from the Research, Development and Innovation Authority in Saudi Arabia, a significant step in its Middle East expansion strategy. This approval enables the company to establish a locally incorporated operating entity and deploy its AI and High-Performance Computing modular data centre platform, aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 objectives for digital transformation and energy optimisation. The company will now progress with incorporating a Saudi Special Purpose Vehicle, applying for investment licensing, establishing a local office, and advancing site identification and partnership discussions. Disclaimer*
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n\nThis announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the UK version of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 which is part of UK law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, as amended (\"MAR\"). Upon the publication of this announcement via a Regulatory Information Service, this inside information is now considered to be in the public domain.\n12 February 2026\nActive Energy Group plc\n \n(\"Active Energy\", the \"Company\" or the \"Group\")\n \nAEG Receives RDIA Approval in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia\n \nActive Energy Group plc (AIM: AEG | OTCID: AEUSF), the renewable energy and digital infrastructure company, is pleased to announce that it has formally received approval from the Research, Development and Innovation Authority (\"RDIA\") in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (\"KSA\").\n \nThis approval represents a significant milestone in the Company's Middle East expansion strategy and enables AEG to progress to the next stage of establishing a locally incorporated operating entity within the Kingdom.\nThe RDIA approval supports AEG's intention to deploy its next-generation AI and High-Performance Computing (\"HPC\") modular data centre platform within Saudi Arabia. The Company intends to form a Saudi-incorporated subsidiary to develop and operate its energy-optimised digital infrastructure model in alignment with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives.\n \nStrategic Importance \n \nSaudi Arabia is undertaking substantial investment in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, advanced infrastructure and energy optimisation as part of its Vision 2030 programme. The Board believes that AEG's modular, energy-efficient infrastructure model is well aligned with these national priorities.\n \nThe receipt of RDIA approval:\n \n· Provides formal recognition of AEG's technology-led approach within the Kingdom;\n \n· Enables progression towards incorporation of a Saudi-based operating vehicle;\n \n· Facilitates engagement with government bodies, utilities, industrial partners ...