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Mont-Saint-Guibert (Belgique), le 20 mars 2026, 22:30h CET / 17:30h ET – Conformément à l'article 14 de la loi du 2 mai 2007 relative à la publicité des participations importantes, Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq : NYXH) annonce qu’elle a reçu une notification de transparence comme détaillée ci-dessous.

Robert Taub / Robelga SRL

Le 19 mars 2026, Nyxoah a reçu une notification de transparence de Robert Taub et d’une personne liée, Robelga SRL, à la suite du franchissement à la hausse du seuil de 3% par Robelga SLR le 30 décembre 2025 (sans modification de la participation globale du “groupe”). Sur la base de la notification, Robert Taub (avec ses entreprises contrôlées) détenait 4.360.800 droits de vote, soit 4.310.800 droits de vote attachés à des titres et 50.000 instruments financiers assimilés, représentant 10,14% du nombre total des droits de vote en date du 30 décembre 2025 (43.026.460).

La notification datée du 19 mars 2026 contient les informations suivantes :

  • Motif de la notification : acquisition ou cession de titres conférant le droit de vote ou de droits de vote
  • Notification par : une entreprise mère ou une personne détenant le contrôle
  • Personnes tenues à la notification :
    • Robert Taub
    • Robelga SRL (avec adresse à Avenue des Croix de Guerre 149 / 13, 1120 Brussels)
  • Date du dépassement de seuil : le 30 décembre 2025
  • Seuil franchi : 3%
  • Dénominateur : 43.026.460
  • Détails de la notification :
A) Droits de vote Notification précédente Après la transaction
  # droits de vote # droits de vote % de droits de vote
Détenteurs de droits de vote   Attachés à des titres Non liés à des titres Attachés à des titres Non liés à des titres
Robert Taub 2.712.510 2.712.510 0 6,30% 0,00%
BMI Estate 567.484 0 0 0,00% 0,00%
Robelga SRL 1.030.806 1.598.290 0 3,71% 0,00%
Sous-total 4.310.800 4.310.800   10,02%  
  TOTAL 4.310.800 0 10,02% 0,00%

B) Instruments financiers assimilés Après la transaction
Détenteurs d’instruments financiers assimilés Type d’instrument financier Date d’échéance Date ou délai d’exercice ou de conversion # droits de vote pouvant être acquis en cas d’exercice de l’instrument % de droits de vote Règlement
Robert Taub Droits de souscription 08/06/2027   25.000 0,06% en espèces
Robert Taub Droits de souscription 14/06/2028   25.000 0,06% en espèces
  TOTAL     50.000 0,12%  

  TOTAL (A & B) # droits de vote % de droits de vote  
        4.360.800 10,14%  
  • Chaine des entreprises contrôlées par l'intermédiaire desquelles la participation est effectivement détenue : Robelga SRL est 100% propriété de BMI Estate (société simple sans personnalité juridique). Robert Taub a 100% l'usufruit et les enfants de Robert Taub ont 100% la nue-propriété de BMI Estate.
  • Information supplémentaire : Cette notification était requise en raison du dépassement à la hausse du seuil de 3% par Robelga SRL.

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Contact:
Nyxoah
John Landry, CFO
[email protected]

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Publication relating to transparency notifications

REGULATED INFORMATION

Publication relating to transparency notifications

Mont-Saint-Guibert (Belgium), March 20, 2026, 10:30 pm CET / 5:30 pm ET – In accordance with article 14 of the Act of 2 May 2007 on the disclosure of large shareholdings, Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH) announces that it received a transparency notification as detailed below.

Robert Taub / Robelga SRL

On March 19, 2026, Nyxoah received a transparency notification from Robert Taub and related person Robelga SRL, following the crossing above the 3% threshold by Robelga SRL on December 30, 2025 (while the overall “group” participation did not change). Based on the notification, Robert Taub (together with his controlled undertakings) held 4,360,800 voting rights, consisting of 4,310,800 voting rights linked to securities and 50,000 equivalent financial instruments, representing 10.14% of the total number of voting rights on December 30, 2025 (43,026,460).

The notification dated March 19, 2026 contains the following information:

  • Reason for the notification: acquisition or disposal of voting securities or voting rights
  • Notification by: a parent undertaking or a controlling person
  • Persons subject to the notification requirement:
    • Robert Taub
    • Robelga SRL (with address at Avenue des Croix de Guerre 149 / 13, 1120 Brussels)
  • Date on which the threshold was crossed: December 30, 2025
  • Threshold that is crossed: 3%
  • Denominator: 43,026,460
  • Notified details:
A) Voting rights Previous notification After the transaction
  # of voting rights # of voting rights % of voting rights
Holders of voting rights   Linked to securities Not linked to the securities Linked to securities Not linked to the securities
Robert Taub 2,712,510 2,712,510 0 6.30% 0.00%
BMI Estate 567,484 0 0 0.00% 0.00%
Robelga SRL 1,030,806 1,598,290 0 3.71% 0.00%
Subtotal 4,310,800 4,310,800   10.02%  
  TOTAL 4,310,800 0 10.02% 0.00%

B) Equivalent financial instruments After the transaction
Holders of equivalent financial instruments Type of financial instrument Expiration date Exercise period or date # of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised % of voting rights Settlement
Robert Taub Warrants 08/06/2027   25,000 0.06% cash
Robert Taub Warrants 14/06/2028   25,000 0.06% cash
  TOTAL     50,000 0.12%  

  TOTAL (A & B) # of voting rights % of voting rights  
        4,360,800 10.14%  
  • Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the holding is effectively held: Robelga SRL is 100% owned by BMI Estate (a partnership (société simple) without legal personality). Robert Taub has 100% usufruct and Robert Taub’s children have 100% bare ownership of BMI Estate.
  • Additional information: This notification was due because Robelga SRL moved above the 3% threshold.

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Contact:
Nyxoah
John Landry, CFO
[email protected]

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GLOBENEWSWIRE (Distribution ID 1001171212)

Publication relating to transparency notifications

REGULATED INFORMATION

Publication relating to transparency notifications

Mont-Saint-Guibert (Belgium), March 20, 2026, 10:30 pm CET / 5:30 pm ET – In accordance with article 14 of the Act of 2 May 2007 on the disclosure of large shareholdings, Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH) announces that it received a transparency notification as detailed below.

Robert Taub / Robelga SRL

On March 19, 2026, Nyxoah received a transparency notification from Robert Taub and related person Robelga SRL, following the crossing above the 3% threshold by Robelga SRL on December 30, 2025 (while the overall “group” participation did not change). Based on the notification, Robert Taub (together with his controlled undertakings) held 4,360,800 voting rights, consisting of 4,310,800 voting rights linked to securities and 50,000 equivalent financial instruments, representing 10.14% of the total number of voting rights on December 30, 2025 (43,026,460).

The notification dated March 19, 2026 contains the following information:

  • Reason for the notification: acquisition or disposal of voting securities or voting rights
  • Notification by: a parent undertaking or a controlling person
  • Persons subject to the notification requirement:
    • Robert Taub
    • Robelga SRL (with address at Avenue des Croix de Guerre 149 / 13, 1120 Brussels)
  • Date on which the threshold was crossed: December 30, 2025
  • Threshold that is crossed: 3%
  • Denominator: 43,026,460
  • Notified details:
A) Voting rights Previous notification After the transaction
  # of voting rights # of voting rights % of voting rights
Holders of voting rights   Linked to securities Not linked to the securities Linked to securities Not linked to the securities
Robert Taub 2,712,510 2,712,510 0 6.30% 0.00%
BMI Estate 567,484 0 0 0.00% 0.00%
Robelga SRL 1,030,806 1,598,290 0 3.71% 0.00%
Subtotal 4,310,800 4,310,800   10.02%  
  TOTAL 4,310,800 0 10.02% 0.00%

B) Equivalent financial instruments After the transaction
Holders of equivalent financial instruments Type of financial instrument Expiration date Exercise period or date # of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised % of voting rights Settlement
Robert Taub Warrants 08/06/2027   25,000 0.06% cash
Robert Taub Warrants 14/06/2028   25,000 0.06% cash
  TOTAL     50,000 0.12%  

  TOTAL (A & B) # of voting rights % of voting rights  
        4,360,800 10.14%  
  • Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the holding is effectively held: Robelga SRL is 100% owned by BMI Estate (a partnership (société simple) without legal personality). Robert Taub has 100% usufruct and Robert Taub’s children have 100% bare ownership of BMI Estate.
  • Additional information: This notification was due because Robelga SRL moved above the 3% threshold.

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Contact:
Nyxoah
John Landry, CFO
[email protected]

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Meltwater Named to G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards

SAN FRANCISCO, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social, and consumer intelligence, today announced it has been named to G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards. Presented annually by G2, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace reaching more than 100 million buyers each year, the awards recognize the top 50 software companies and products based on verified, authentic user reviews.

In addition to the Best Software Awards, Meltwater has held the #1 ranking in G2’s seasonal review reports for the past several years in media monitoring, PR analytics, and media & influencer targeting.

G2 Acknowledgement Signals Market Leadership in Media Intelligence

G2’s Best Software Awards rank software vendors using a proprietary algorithm based on verified user reviews and publicly available market presence data. Meltwater’s recognition reflects consistent customer satisfaction and measurable performance across core product categories. As software discovery increasingly relies on peer validation and AI-driven search, verified customer feedback plays a critical role in purchasing decisions. With more than 100 million annual buyers, G2 serves as a trusted source for evaluating performance and credibility.

Meltwater’s G2 Recognition Validates Customer Impact

“Recognition from G2 carries particular significance because it comes directly from the voices of our customers,” said John Box, Chief Executive Officer at Meltwater. “Earning a spot on G2’s Best Software Awards, and continuing to lead in the categories that matter most to PR, comms and marketing teams, reinforces that we’re helping our customers cut through complexity, prove ROI, and make smarter decisions every day.”

“As buyers increasingly shift to AI-driven research to discover software solutions, being recommended in the ‘answer moment’ must be earned with credible proof,” said Godard Abel, co-founder and CEO at G2. “Our Best Software Awards are grounded in trusted data from authentic customer reviews. They not only give buyers an objective, reliable guide to the products that help teams do their best work, but they’re also the proof AI search platforms rely on when sourcing answers. Congratulations to this year’s winners, including Meltwater. Earning a spot on these lists signals real customer impact.”

For more information, please contact:
Stacy Slayden
Communications Manager
[email protected]

About Meltwater
Meltwater empowers companies with a suite of solutions that spans media, social and consumer intelligence. By analyzing ~1 billion pieces of content each day and transforming them into vital insights, Meltwater unlocks the competitive edge needed to drive results. With 27,000 global customers, 50 offices across six continents, and 2,200 employees, Meltwater is the industry partner of choice for global brands making an impact. Learn more at meltwater.com.

About G2’s Best Software Awards
G2’s 2026 Best Software Awards feature dozens of award lists, ranking software vendors and products using G2’s proprietary algorithm. The results are based on G2’s verified user reviews and publicly available market presence data. To be eligible for the Best Software Awards, a software company or product must have received at least 10 approved reviews during the 2025 calendar year. Scores reflect only data from reviews submitted during this evaluation period.

About G2
G2 is the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace. More than 100 million people annually — including employees at all Fortune 500 companies — use G2 to make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews. Thousands of software and services companies of all sizes partner with G2 to build their reputation and grow their business — including Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoom, and Adobe. To learn more about where you go for software, visit www.g2.com and follow G2 on LinkedIn.


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Update of North Atlantic Energies’ 2026 financial calendar – Timetable of the simplified tender offer on North Atlantic Energies shares

Nanterre, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

Press release

Update of North Atlantic Energies’ 2026 financial calendar – Timetable of the simplified tender offer on North Atlantic Energies shares

Nanterre, March 19, 2026 – North Atlantic Energies indicates today that the publication of its 2025 annual results has been postponed to April 22, 2026. This decision is due to the additional time required for year-end closing work after the implementation of new accounting and reporting systems since November 28, 2025.

The updated financial calendar is available on the website of North Atlantic Energies:

  • Publication of the 2025 annual results: April 22, 2026
  • Publication of the annual financial report: April 29, 2026
  • Shareholders’ annual general meeting: June 24, 2026

North Atlantic France has taken note of this information and reminds that, in accordance with the press release issued on January 30, 2026, the simplified tender offer for the remaining North Atlantic Energies shares not already held by North Atlantic France (the “Offer”), will be filed with the Autorité des marchés financiers (the “AMF”) after the publication of North Atlantic Energies’ 2025 annual results and once the independent expert's work has been finalised. The filing is therefore expected to take place during the second quarter of 2026. The offer documentation will be submitted to the AMF for review, and the Offer will only open once the AMF has issued its compliance decision.

It is recalled that North Atlantic France announced on November 28, 2025 (i) the acquisition from ExxonMobil France Holding SAS (“ExxonMobil”) of ExxonMobil’s entire stake in North Atlantic Energies, representing 82.89% of North Atlantic Energies’ share capital and voting rights and (ii) that it would file the Offer at a price of €28.93 per share with the intention to request the implementation following the Offer of a squeeze-out procedure if the required conditions are met. It is also recalled that the board of directors of North Atlantic Energies has appointed Ledouble SAS, represented by Ms. Agnès Piniot and Mr. Romain Delafont, as an independent expert to issue a fairness opinion on the financial terms of the Offer.

MEDIA CONTACTS NORTH ATLANTIC FRANCE

France: Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan – [email protected]
+1-709-687-3136

NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES CONTACTS

INVESTORS RELATIONSHIP CONTACT

Gildas Guillosseau [email protected] 

 +33 1 70 48 73 40 

  

 MEDIA CONTACT

Catherine Brun [email protected]  

+33 1 70 48 72 81 

 

All information for shareholders is available in the section Actionnaires North Atlantic Energies – Northatlantic   


ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC

For nearly four decades, North Atlantic has been a market leader in the retail gas and convenience sector, as well as the residential, commercial, and wholesale fuel industries in Newfoundland and Labrador. Recently, through a joint venture with Suncor Energy, North Atlantic expanded its retail division into Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, through North Sun Energy. As managing partner, North Atlantic operates 110 fuel retail sites across all three provinces. North Atlantic has ambitious plans for future growth and development in strategic locations across the region.

Known for its expertise in acquiring and delivering exceptional products, North Atlantic caters to both domestic and industrial sectors while also serving global clients through their marine bunkering distribution channels.

North Atlantic is committed to strategic growth to deliver innovative and green energy solutions aligned with evolving global needs. By driving industry progress, North Atlantic is supporting new skills and new jobs for this dynamic landscape. North Atlantic remains committed to providing exceptional energy, fuel and convenience retail initiatives that enhance customer experience while fostering economic growth in the communities they serve in Canada and beyond.

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

North Atlantic Energies is a key player in France’s energy landscape, supporting the country’s security of supply while contributing to the ongoing transformation of the sector.

Representing 20% of France’s refining capacity, the company plays a vital role in the economy and in its regions.

North Atlantic Energies supplies the products essential to modern life and places its customers at the center of its priorities.


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Mise à jour du calendrier financier 2026 de North Atlantic Energies – Calendrier de l’offre publique d’achat simplifiée sur les actions North Atlantic Energies

Nanterre, 19 mars 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

Communiqué de presse

Mise à jour du calendrier financier 2026 de North Atlantic Energies – Calendrier de l’offre publique d’achat simplifiée sur les actions North Atlantic Energies

Nanterre, le 19 mars 2026 – North Atlantic Energies indique ce jour que la date de publication de ses résultats annuels 2025 est reportée au 22 avril 2026. Cette décision résulte des délais supplémentaires nécessaires pour les travaux de clôture après la mise en place de nouveaux systèmes de gestion et de reporting depuis le 28 novembre 2025. 

Le calendrier financier  actualisé est disponible sur le site internet de North Atlantic Energies :

  • Publication des résultats financiers annuels 2025 :                  22 avril 2026
  • Mise à disposition du rapport financier annuel :                       29 avril 2026
  • Assemblée générale des actionnaires :                                    24 juin 2026

North Atlantic France a pris acte de cette information et rappelle que, conformément au communiqué de presse diffusé le 30 janvier 2026, le projet d’offre publique d’achat simplifiée sur les actions North Atlantic Energies restantes qui ne sont pas déjà détenues par North Atlantic France (l’« Offre ») sera déposé auprès de l’Autorité des marchés financiers (l’« AMF ») après la publication des résultats annuels 2025 de North Atlantic Energies et une fois les travaux de l’expert indépendant finalisés. Le dépôt devrait ainsi intervenir au cours du deuxième trimestre 2026. La documentation d’offre sera soumise à l’examen de l’AMF et l’Offre ne sera ouverte qu’après obtention de la décision de conformité de l’AMF.

Il est rappelé que North Atlantic France a notamment annoncé le 28 novembre 2025 (i) avoir acquis auprès d’ExxonMobil France Holding SAS (« ExxonMobil ») l’intégralité des participations d’ExxonMobil dans North Atlantic Energies, représentant 82,89 % du capital et des droits de vote de North Atlantic Energies et (ii) qu’elle déposerait l’Offre à un prix de 28,93 € par action avec l’intention de solliciter la mise en œuvre à l’issue de l’offre d’une procédure de retrait obligatoire si les conditions requises sont remplies. Il est également rappelé que le conseil d’administration de North Atlantic Energies a désigné Ledouble SAS, représentée par Madame Agnès Piniot et Monsieur Romain Delafont, en qualité d’expert indépendant chargé d’émettre un avis sur l’équité des conditions financières de l’Offre.

CONTACTS MEDIA NORTH ATLANTIC FRANCE

France : Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton – 06 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam – 06 84 39 09 89

Canada : Mark Duggan – [email protected]

1-709-687-3136

CONTACTS NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

CONTACT RELATIONS ACTIONNAIRES 

Gildas Guillosseau [email protected] 

 +33 1 70 48 73 40 

  

 CONTACT MEDIA 

Catherine Brun [email protected]  

+33 1 70 48 72 81 

 

Retrouvez toutes les informations à destination des actionnaires dans la rubrique Actionnaires North Atlantic Energies – Northatlantic   


À PROPOS DE NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES 

North Atlantic Énergies est un acteur clé du paysage énergétique français, contribuant à la sécurité d’approvisionnement du pays tout en accompagnant la transformation du secteur. 

Avec plus de 20 % de la capacité nationale de raffinage, l’entreprise joue un rôle essentiel pour l’économie et les territoires. 

North Atlantic Énergies met sur le marché les produits indispensables au fonctionnement de la vie moderne et place ses clients au cœur de ses priorités. 

À PROPOS DE NORTH ATLANTIC

Depuis près de quatre décennies, North Atlantic est un leader dans le secteur des carburants et des stations-service, opérant également pour les segments résidentiel, commercial ainsi que la vente en gros de carburant à Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador. Récemment, dans le cadre d’une joint-venture avec Suncor Energy, North Atlantic a étendu la présence de ses stations-service à la Nouvelle-Écosse et à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, par l’intermédiaire de North Sun Energy. Le groupe North Atlantic exploite 110 stations-service dans les trois provinces. North Atlantic dispose de projets ambitieux de croissance et de développement dans des localisations stratégiques au Canada.

Reconnu pour son expertise dans l’achat et la vente de produits de grande qualité, North Atlantic s’adresse à la fois aux secteurs domestique et industriel, tout en desservant des clients internationaux par le biais de ses canaux de distribution de soutage maritime.

North Atlantic prévoit de poursuivre sa croissance stratégique afin d’offrir des solutions énergétiques innovantes et vertes adaptées à l’évolution des besoins mondiaux. En stimulant les progrès de l’industrie, North Atlantic favorise l’acquisition de nouvelles compétences et la création de nouveaux emplois dans ce paysage dynamique. North Atlantic demeure engagé à proposer des produits et des services (énergie, essence et stations-service) de grande qualité au service de l’amélioration de l’expérience client tout en favorisant la croissance économique dans les collectivités qu’elle dessert au Canada et à l’étranger.


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Meltwater’s Antony Cousins Named to PRWeek’s AI 25: Class of 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social, and consumer intelligence, announced Antony Cousins, VP of Product, has been named to PRWeek’s AI Top 25 list for 2026. The annual list spotlights the biggest communications technology players advancing artificial intelligence across the PR industry. This recognition is Cousins’ third inclusion on the list, having also been recognized in 2023 and 2024.

Previously known as the Dashboard 25, PRWeek’s ‘AI 25’ recognizes the top 25 professionals from AI companies, agencies and client organizations who are leading the charge in pushing the boundaries of what AI is capable of. Previously, John Box, CEO of Meltwater, was named to the list in 2021 and 2022, underscoring the company’s ongoing leadership at the intersection of AI and communications.

Advancing AI for the Future of Communications

“I’m genuinely thankful for the recognition which reflects the incredible team I work with at Meltwater,” said Cousins. “As a communicator myself, I care deeply about this profession. Our engineers, product leaders, and researchers challenge and inspire each other to build AI that’s thoughtful, impactful and specifically designed to meet communicators’ needs. I’m fortunate to work in an environment where leadership is truly engaged, curious, and committed to ensuring we get AI right for our customers in ways that drive real results.”

Turning AI Innovation Into Teammates for Communicators

Since joining Meltwater in 2025, Cousins has helped advance the company’s integration of AI across its suite of solutions to transform media and social intelligence into actionable insights for PR and communications teams. He has played a key role in major innovations including the launch of Mira, the award winning agentic user experience which was a first for the industry and has since been recognised by OpenAI for processing over 10 billion tokens. He also led the first integration with Microsoft Teams, bringing media intelligence to a broader audience, and oversaw the integration of ‘semantic’ search – an initiative tied to Meltwater’s multi-million dollar investment in solving one of the industry’s most fundamental challenges: Boolean search.

“We’re attracting the best AI talent in the industry which is a testament to the level of investment we’re making in advancing AI across our platform,” said Chris Hackney, Chief Product Officer at Meltwater. “By bringing together world-class engineers, data scientists and product leaders, we’re reshaping how communications teams discover insights, measure impact and make decisions.”

Industry Recognition Reflects Meltwater’s AI Momentum

Meltwater has also been shortlisted for the 2026 PRWeek Global Awards in the “Best PR Software or AI Platform” category, further underscoring the company’s momentum in AI innovation. The award recognizes PR software or AI platforms that demonstrate ease of use, creativity and measurable return on investment for agencies and in-house teams. The PRWeek Global Awards celebrate the best agencies, in-house teams, campaigns and communications professionals worldwide across 33 categories.

For more information, please contact:
Stacy Slayden
Communications Manager
[email protected] 

About Meltwater
Meltwater empowers companies with a suite of solutions that spans media, social and consumer intelligence. By analyzing over 1 billion pieces of content each day and transforming them into vital insights, Meltwater unlocks the competitive edge needed to drive results. With 27,000 global customers, 50 offices across six continents, and 2,200 employees, Meltwater is the industry partner of choice for global brands making an impact. Learn more at meltwater.com.


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“سبيس 42″ و”فياسات” تسلّطان الضوء على التقدّم المنجز في مشروع “إكواتيس”

أبو ظبي, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ناقشت “سبيس 42”، الشركة الإماراتية الرائدة في مجال تكنولوجيا الفضاء المدعومة بالذكاء الاصطناعي، و“فياسات”، الشركة العالمية الرائدة في مجال الاتصالات عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية، التقدم المحرز في تطوير البنية التحتية لتقنيات للاتصال المباشر بين الأجهزة والأقمار الاصطناعية، كما استعرضتا أبرز أولويات شركة “إكواتيس“، الكيان المشترك المرتقب بينهما، وذلك خلال برنامجٍ مشترك استضافته الشركتان على هامش المؤتمر العالمي للجوال في برشلونة في الأسبوع الماضي. وشكّل البرنامج أول عرض علني للتوجه التقني والرؤية التجارية لشركة “إكواتيس”، بما يعكس طموحها في تسريع اعتماد تقنيات الاتصال المباشر بين الأجهزة والأقمار الاصطناعية على مستوى العالم.

وجمع هذا الحدث صُنّاع السياسات والجهات التنظيمية وقادة القطاع لمناقشة سبل تعزيز المنافسة والمرونة والسيادة في آنٍ واحد، إلى جانب استكشاف فرص أعمال جديدة، بما يساهم في تحويل حلول التنقّل المدعومة بتقنيات الفضاء إلى قصة نجاح مشتركة يستفيد منها الجميع.

وتُعدّ شركتا “سبيس 42” و”فياسات” المؤسستين المشاركتين لمشروع “إكواتيس“، مستندتين إلى أكثر من 60 عاماً من الخبرة المشتركة في خدمات الاتصالات المتنقلة عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية. وقد صُمّمت “إكواتيس” كمنصة بنية تحتية مشتركة مستقلة ومحايدة ومتعددة المشاركين، بهدف توسيع نطاق الاتصال القائم على معايير برنامج شراكة الجيل الثالث (3GPP) ليشمل مليارات المستخدمين الذين لا تصلهم الشبكات الأرضية. ومنذ الإعلان عن “إكواتيس” في سبتمبر الماضي، أحرز المؤسسون المشاركون تقدماً في تنفيذ البرنامج شمل إطلاق إجراءات تأسيس المشروع، ودفع مسارات التطوير الهندسي، وبدء التفاعل التجاري الأولي مع مشغلي شبكات الهاتف المتحرك، بما يعكس تقدماً ملموساً نحو النشر المرحلي للمنصة.

من جانبه، قال مارك دانكبرغ، رئيس مجلس الإدارة والرئيس التنفيذي لشركة “فياسات“: “يمثّل التنقّل المدعوم بتقنيات الفضاء ركيزة أساسية لتحقيق اتصال عالمي سلس ومتكامل. فمن خلال عملنا على تطوير ’إكواتيس‘، نسعى لتوفير منصة تُمكّن الدول والمشغلين والمبتكرين من توسيع نطاق الاتصال عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية المتوافق مع معايير برنامج شراكة الجيل الثالث (GPP3)، بما يقدّم اتصالاً آمناً وميسور التكلفة وقابلاً للتوسع لمليارات المستخدمين. ويعزز كفاءة السوق عبر خفض حواجز الدخول وتوسيع قاعدة الموردين وتحقيق وفورات الحجم وترسيخ تنافسية أكثر ديناميكية عبر سلسلة القيمة.”

وفي تعليقه على هذه المشاركة، قال كريم ميشيل الصبّاغ، العضو المنتدب لشركة سبيس 42: “يمثّل مشروع ’إكواتيس‘ ترجمة عملية لرؤية واضحة تقوم على التكامل بين نطاق الشبكات الأرضية وكفاءة البنية الفضائية. ويندرج هذا التعاون ضمن استراتيجية ’سبيس 42‘ لتعزيز دورها الريادي العالمي في مجال الشبكات غير الأرضية. وقد أحرزنا تقدماً هندسياً ملموساً، مع إطلاق اتفاقيات الاشتراك والشروع في مباحثات تجارية مع مشغلي شبكات الهاتف المتحرك واستكمال الإيداعات الدولية. ويجسّد ’إكواتيس‘ تحولا في خدمات الاتصالات المتنقلة عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية، وتعزيز تغطية الشبكات الأرضية في المناطق غير المخدومة، وإطلاق خدمات جديدة في أسواق متعددة.”

وقال علي الهاشمي، الرئيس التنفيذي لوحدة الخدمات الفضائية في “سبيس 42“: “يقوم مفهوم ’إكواتيس‘ على قناعة أساسية مفادها أن مشاركة البنية التحتية يمكن أن تحقق قيمة أكبر للجميع. فمن خلال نموذج يتيح الوصول إلى الطيف، تستطيع الدول الحفاظ على سيادتها وإبقاء إدارة التراخيص بيد الجهات الوطنية المختصة، مع الاستفادة في الوقت نفسه من سعات إضافية عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية وخفض التكاليف بشكل ملموس. ومع اعتماد بنية قائمة على معايير عالمية موحدة، يصبح الانتقال بين الشبكات الأرضية والفضائية أكثر سلاسة، ما يفتح المجال لتوسيع خدمات الاتصال المدعومة بالفضاء لتصل إلى المستخدمين خارج نطاق الشبكات التقليدية.”

بنية الكوكبة واستراتيجية الطيف الترددي        

من المتوقع أن يعمل النظام في مرحلته الأولى ضمن الطيف المنسق عالمياً لخدمات الاتصالات المتنقلة عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية في النطاقين L-band وS-band، مع قدرات تقنية تتيح التشغيل عبر أكثر من100 ميغاهرتز من الطيف المخصص والمنسق عالمياً لهذه الخدمات. ومن خلال التوافق مع معايير برنامج شراكة الجيل الثالث (3GPP)، ستتيح المنصة تكاملاً بين الشبكات الأرضية والفضائية، بما يضمن انتقالاً سلساً إلى الاتصال عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية عند انقطاع الخدمة الأرضية، مع الحفاظ في الوقت ذاته على حرية اختيار المشغلين ضمن منظومة الشبكات غير الأرضية.

واستناداً إلى نموذج مشاركة أبراج الاتصالات اللاسلكية، توفر “إكواتيس” أقل تكلفة للوحدة من السعة عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية، مع الحفاظ على حقوق الطيف والمصالح السيادية لكل شريك. وقد صُممت “إكواتيس” لتكون منصةً مفتوحة تستوعب انضمام مؤسسين مشاركين إضافيين ومشغلي أقمار اصطناعية وحاملي حقوق الطيف الترددي مع تطوّر المنظومة. كما تهدف تقنيات الحمولة والبنية الأرضية عالية الكفاءة إلى تقليل الكتلة المطلوب إطلاقها إلى المدار، بما يدعم قابلية التوسع على المدى الطويل ويعزز كفاءة توظيف رأس المال.

تعتمد البنية التحتية المشتركة متعددة المستأجرين لمشروع “إكواتيس” على كوكبة تضم ما يصل إلى 2,800 قمر اصطناعي موزعة عبر 60 مستوى مداري وثلاث طبقات ارتفاع، على أن تتولى “فياسات” و”سبيس 42″ نشرها. ويتيح هذا التصميم تعزيز الكثافة المدارية من دون الحاجة إلى إعادة هيكلة جوهرية، بما يوفر قابلية توسّع مرنة تواكب تطورات الطلب وتدعم نمو المنظومة وفق ديناميكيات السوق.

الزخم التجاري

أعلنت “سبيس 42” عن شراكات لاستكشاف التعاون في مجال الاتصال المباشر بين الأجهزة والأقمار الاصطناعية ضمن إطار “إكواتيس”، وذلك مع “e&“ الإمارات، وهي الذراع الرئيسية للاتصالات التابعة لمجموعة e& العالمية، ومع “تيلكومسات” (PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia)، المشغّل الوطني لخدمات الأقمار الاصطناعية في إندونيسيا.

وتعكس هذه الشراكات اهتمام المشغلين بتوسيع نطاق التغطية عبر حلول متكاملة تجمع بين الشبكات الفضائية والأرضية، بما ينسجم مع الأطر التنظيمية الوطنية ومعايير برنامج شراكة الجيل الثالث (3GPP).

ولا يزال المشروع المشترك رهن إبرام الاتفاقيات النهائية والحصول على الموافقات التنظيمية واستيفاء الشروط اللازمة لإتمامه. وتعتزم الشركتان إصدار تحديثات إضافية مع تقدم “إكواتيس” نحو استكمال إجراءات التأسيس الرسمي.

نبذة عن “سبيس 42”:
“سبيس 42” المدرجة في سوق أبوظبي للأوراق المالية بالرمز(ADX: SPACE42)  هي شركة تكنولوجيا الفضاء مقرها الإمارات العربية المتحدة، تعمل على دمج الاتصالات عبر الأقمار الاصطناعية والبيانات الجيومكانية وقدرات الذكاء الاصطناعي لرصد الأرض من الفضاء. تأسست “سبيس 42” عام 2024 بعد الاندماج الناجح بين بيانات والياه سات، وبفضل حضورها العالمي يمكنها تلبية الاحتياجات المتطورة لعملائها في الحكومات والشركات والمجتمعات. تتألف “سبيس 42” من وحدتين تجاريتين: الخدمات الفضائية والحلول الذكية. تركز وحدة الخدمات الفضائية على عمليات الأقمار الاصطناعية الأولية لكل من حلول الأقمار الاصطناعية الثابتة والمتحركة. تدمج وحدة الحلول الذكية الحصول على البيانات الجيومكانية ومعالجتها مع الذكاء الاصطناعي لتزويد صناع القرار بالبيانات وتعزيز الوعي الجيومكاني وتحسين الكفاءة التشغيلية. يشمل المساهمون الرئيسيون في “سبيس 42” كل من “جي 42” ومبادلة وIHC.
إكس: Space42ai

نبذة عن “فياسات“

“فياسات” هي شركة اتصالات عالمية تؤمن بإمكانية ربط كل شخص وكل شيء في العالم بشبكات الاتصال. ومن خلال مكاتبها المنتشرة في 24 دولة حول العالم، تتمحور رسالتها حول إعادة تشكيل أساليب تواصل واتصال الأفراد والشركات والحكومات والمؤسسات العسكرية على مستوى العالم.
وتعمل “فياسات” على تطوير شبكة الاتصالات العالمية الشاملة لتوفير اتصالات عالية الجودة وموثوقة وآمنة وميسورة التكلفة وسريعة، بما يسهم في إحداث أثر إيجابي في حياة الناس أينما كانوا، سواء على اليابسة أو في الجو أو في البحر، مع المساهمة في بناء مستقبل مستدام في الفضاء.

وفي مايو 2023، استكملت “فياسات” استحواذها على “إنمارسات”، لتوحيد فرق العمل والتقنيات والموارد لدى الشركتين وتأسيس شريك عالمي جديد في مجال الاتصالات.

للمزيد من المعلومات، يُرجى زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني www.viasat.com أو غرفة أخبار “فياسات”، أو متابعة الشركة عبر منصات لينكد إن وإكس و إنستغرام و فيسبوك و بلوسكاي و ثريدس و يوتيوب.

حقوق الطبع والنشر © 2026 “فياسات”، المحدودة. جميع الحقوق محفوظة. تُعد “فياسات” وشعار “فياسات” وإشارة “فياسات” علامات تجارية مسجلة في الولايات المتحدة ودول أخرى لصالح “فياسات”، المحدودة. وتُستخدم جميع أسماء المنتجات أو الشركات الأخرى المذكورة لأغراض التعريف فقط، وقد تكون علامات تجارية مملوكة لمالكيها المعنيين.

إشعار قانوني وبيانات تحذيرية مرتبطة بالمعلومات الاستشرافية:
يتضمن هذا الإعلان بيانات تطلعية، تستند إلى توقعات وتقديرات حالية بشأن احداث مستقبلية. وتُحدَّد هذه البيانات من خلال استخدام مصطلحات مثل “نتوقع”، “سوف”، أو غيرها من العبارات المشابهة، وهي خاضعة لمخاطر وشكوك وقد تكون غير دقيقة. وتعكس هذه البيانات المعلومات المتوفرة حتى تاريخ هذا الإعلان، وتخلي الشركتين مسؤوليتها عن أي التزام بتحديثها. ولا يمكن تقديم أي ضمان بتحقق هذه البيانات التطلعية، وينبغي عدم الاعتماد عليها بشكل مفرط. كما لا يُعد هذا الإعلان عرضاً مالياً أو دعوة لشراء أو بيع أي أوراق مالية في أي ولاية قضائية.

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Space42 and Viasat Shared Progress on Equatys at Mobile World Congress

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company, and Viasat, Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, discussed continued progress toward their planned direct-to-device (D2D) infrastructure and offered an early look at the priorities for Equatys, the companies' forthcoming joint entity, during a co-hosted program at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last week. The program marked the first public showcase of Equatys' technical direction and commercial vision, reflecting its ambition to accelerate global D2D adoption. This event brought together policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders to explore how competition, resilience, and sovereignty can be advanced simultaneously, along with enabling new business cases, turning space-enabled mobility into a shared success story for all.

Space42 and Viasat are the cofounders of Equatys, bringing together over 60 years of combined mobile satellite services experience. Equatys is designed as an independent, neutral, multi-participant shared infrastructure platform to extend 3GPP-based connectivity to the billions underserved by terrestrial networks. Since announcing Equatys in September 2025, the cofounders have advanced the program across initiation of venture formation, engineering development, and initial commercial engagement with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), marking concrete progress toward phased deployment.

Mark Dankberg, CEO and Chairman of Viasat, said: “Space-enabled mobility is a foundational layer for global, seamless connectivity. With Equatys, we are building a platform that empowers nations, operators, and innovators to extend secure, affordable, 3GPP-aligned satellite connectivity to billions. This scalable global model ensures the full ecosystem of participants can benefit from lower barriers to entry, expanded supplier diversity and economies of scale, and stronger competitive dynamics across the value chain. We are committed to delivering a frictionless end-user experience with seamless handover enabling choice for the carriers. “

Karim Michel Sabbagh, Managing Director of Space42, said: “Equatys reflects disciplined execution against a clear objective: combining the scale of terrestrial networks with the efficiency of space. The collaboration is rooted in Space42's strategy to become a global leader in Non-Terrestrial Networks, and to date has achieved significant engineering milestones, with subscription agreements underway, mobile network operators engaged, and international filings submitted. Equatys demonstrates how space-enabled mobility can modernize legacy Mobile Satellite Services, augment terrestrial networks in lacking areas, and unlock new services across markets.”

Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Space Services at Space42, commented: “Equatys is being built on the principle that shared infrastructure benefits all. The spectrum access model allows nations to retain their sovereign autonomy and licensee control, while advancing satellite capacity with significant cost savings. Combined with a standards-based architecture designed to allow seamless, automatic transition between terrestrial and satellite networks, we intend to scale space-enabled connectivity to those beyond traditional network reach.”

Constellation Architecture and Spectrum Strategy

The system is expected to operate initially in globally harmonized L- and S-band MSS spectrum, with technical capability to operate across over 100 MHz of globally allocated and coordinated MSS spectrum. By aligning with 3GPP standards, the platform will integrate terrestrial and satellite networks, enabling seamless transition when terrestrial service becomes unavailable. This will be done while preserving operators’ choice within the -Terrestrial Network ecosystem.

Operating on a Tower Co. model, Equatys intends to deliver the lowest unit cost of satellite capacity while preserving each partner's spectrum rights and sovereign interests. The model is designed to welcome additional cofounders, satellite operators, and spectrum holders as the ecosystem takes shape. Efficient payload and ground technologies are intended to minimize mass-to-orbit requirements while supporting long-term scalability and capital efficiency.

Equatys' shared multi-tenant infrastructure will be supported by up to 2,800 satellites across 60 orbital planes and three altitude layers, deployed by Viasat and Space42. The architecture is intended to densify without fundamental redesign, enabling ecosystem growth at a market-responsive pace and catering to billions of potential users as demand scales.

Commercial Momentum

Space42 has announced partnerships to explore Equatys-enabled D2D connectivity with e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of global technology group e&, and with PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia (Telkomsat), Indonesia's national satellite operator.

These engagements reflect operator interest in extending coverage through integrated satellite-terrestrial architectures, aligned with national regulatory frameworks and 3GPP standards.

The venture remains subject to definitive agreements, regulatory approvals, and customary closing conditions. The companies intend to provide further updates as Equatys progresses toward formal establishment.

About Space42

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Formed in 2024 by the successful merger of Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42's global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities. Space42 comprises two business units: Space Services and Smart Solutions. Space Services focuses on upstream satellite operations for both fixed and mobility satellite services. Smart Solutions integrates geospatial data acquisition and processing with AI to inform decision-making, enhance situational awareness, and improve operational efficiency. Major shareholders include G42, Mubadala, and IHC.

For more information, visit: www.space42.ai; follow us on X: @space42ai

About Viasat

Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone and everything in the world can be connected. With offices in 24 countries around the world, our mission shapes how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the world communicate and connect. Viasat is developing the ultimate global communications network to power high-quality, reliable, secure, affordable, fast connections to positively impact people's lives anywhere they are, on the ground, in the air or at sea, while building a sustainable future in space. In May 2023, Viasat completed its acquisition of Inmarsat, combining the teams, technologies and resources of the two companies to create a new global communications partner. Learn more at www.viasat.com, the Viasat News Room or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, and YouTube.

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New GCA Chair President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim to Advance Global Adaptation Agenda

Rotterdam, the Netherlands, March 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rotterdam, the Netherlands, 9 March 2026 – The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) today announced its leadership succession with H.E. President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, 6th President of the Republic of Mauritius, assuming the role of Chair of the Board of the GCA while H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison, former Minister of Economy and Finance of Madagascar, is joining the Global Center as its new CEO.

The appointments place female leadership from the Global South at the helm of the GCA as the Center celebrates 8 years of transformative efforts to promote climate adaptation. The announcement marks the beginning of a new phase for the organization as it continues to accelerate action on climate adaptation in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, with a strengthened focus on Africa.

Following the submission on 2 March 2026 of the United Nations Secretary-General candidacy of H.E. Macky Sall, 4th President of the Republic of Senegal, President Sall will step down from his duties as Chair of the Supervisory Board of the Global Center on Adaptation and will continue to serve as GCA Honorary Chair. H.E. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim has been appointed as the new Chair of the GCA Supervisory Board.

After eight years of continuous service to GCA, H.E. Ban Ki-moon and Professor Patrick V. Verkooijen, the organization’s founding Chair and founding CEO, respectively, will also conclude their tenures. Professor Verkooijen’s second four-year term as Chief Executive Officer of the Center concludes in March 2026, while H.E. Ban Ki-moon will assume the role of GCA Chair Emeritus.”

H.E. President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, incoming Chair of the GCA Board, said: “I am honored to assume the role of Chair of the Global Center on Adaptation. Amid fast-changing and challenging geopolitical realities, it is vital that we embrace the promise of climate resilience as a growth agenda, a jobs agenda and an integrated sustainable development approach.” She added “I look forward to build on the exceptional legacy of my predecessors at the Global Center on Adaptation and I extend my sincere appreciation to President Macky Sall, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, and Professor Patrick Verkooijen for their leadership, stewardship, and dedication in the management and development of the Center into a key global actor and force for the promotion of climate adaptation action.”

Incoming CEO H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison said: “I am excited and determined to take on the challenge of managing the Global Center on Adaptation into a new era for climate adaptation action. While the Center’s scope is global, I look forward to reinforcing our core focus on Africa and to put my expertise in economic and financial stewardship to work for mobilizing broad-based adaptation measures to keep economies and people safe. Nations around the world need to budget for climate adaptation and cannot pass up the $4 trillion global market opportunity that adaptation represents.” She added “I will also be actively working with all our partners to take forward the bold new vision of AAAP 2.0 and the establishment of GCA’s new dual headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.”

H.E. Ban Ki-moon, GCA Chair Emeritus, stated: “I warmly welcome President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim as Chair of the Board and congratulate her on this significant appointment. I thank President Macky Sall and Professor Patrick Verkooijen for their steadfast commitment to climate resilience and their tireless work at the helm of the Global Center. Over the past eight years, the Global Center on Adaptation has played a decisive role in elevating adaptation to the highest political levels and strengthening the understanding that resilience is a strategic and economic imperative. I expect the GCA to continue to make substantial contributions to advancing this crucial agenda of climate adaptation in close cooperation with different organizations.”

GCA Honorary Chair H.E. President Macky Sall said: “As I step down from the GCA Board having been put forward as a candidate for the UN Secretary-General appointment, I am proud to welcome President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim as the new Chair of the Board, in addition to H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison as the GCA’s new CEO. I express my deep appreciation to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Professor Patrick Verkooijen for their leadership and dedication, and their immense contribution to promoting adaptation action across Africa. In my role as Honorary Chair, I remain committed to supporting the vital cause of advancing adaptation and resilience around the world.”

Founding CEO Prof. Patrick V. Verkooijen said: “It has been an honor to serve as Founding CEO of the Global Center on Adaptation alongside Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as the Founding Chair. Adaptation is more important than ever before. As the world is overshooting its climate targets, the urgency to adapt is fiercely acute. Adaptation is not only necessary but also a key opportunity for economic growth, jobs and livelihoods. In concluding my second term, I would like to also thank the Board of the Global Center, as well as our international and local partners, for their exceptional commitment to the cause and to delivering results together.”

Professor Verkooijen added that “I am especially grateful also to the hard-working and dedicated team of staff at the GCA without whom the Center’s accomplishments would not have been possible. This is an exciting new chapter for the Global Center with President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim assuming the leadership of the GCA together with H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison as the organization’s next CEO. Their wisdom and tested experience will be a huge asset of the Global Center and its vital mission in coming years.”

Notes to Editors

Background

H.E. Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, who served as the first female President of Mauritius, is a globally respected biodiversity scientist and academic with a distinguished record in science, sustainability and international cooperation. She has previously served as Co-Chair of the United Nations High-Level Panel on Water. In 2024, she received the International Woman of the Year Award at the UK House of Commons. She has also been Professor and chair in Organic Chemistry at the University of Mauritius where she served successively as Dean of the Faculty of Science and as Pro–Vice Chancellor (2004–2010). Her appointment reflects the growing importance of linking climate adaptation with biodiversity protection, water security and sustainable economic development.

Newly appointed CEO H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison brings to the GCA an outstanding understanding of the financial and economic dimensions of climate adaptation and of investment mobilization approaches. As Minister of Economy and Finance of Madagascar (2021–2025) she was a laureate of the African Business Leadership Awards as the region’s leading promoter of trade and investment (2023). She also served as a Governor of the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank, among other high-level appointments. Prior to her term as Minister, she was Permanent Secretary of Madagascar’s economy and finance ministry.

Since its founding, GCA has supported the integration of climate adaptation into major development investments, particularly across Africa. Working with governments and development finance institutions, the organization has helped shape more than $20 billion in projects across over 40 countries, spanning agriculture, resilient infrastructure, water systems, and further key public programs including in the domains of locally-led adaptation, health and nature-based solutions, among others.

A flagship initiative in this effort, the GCA co-managed the largest adaptation program in the world, the Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP), launched by African leaders in 2021 as a partnership between the African Union Commission (AUC), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and GCA. AAAP formed part of the Action Agenda adopted at COP30 in Brazil in November 2025, while its next five-year phase — AAAP 2.0 — was a key outcome of the Africa Climate Summit II held in Addis Ababa in September 2025 as an initiative of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC) as chaired by President William S. Ruto of Kenya.

Alongside the AAAP, the GCA forged technical partnerships with wide-ranging International Financial Institutions, in particular the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, supporting climate adaptation to figure within major investments in development finance. The GCA provided advisory support on adaptation to the IMF and African governments in the roll-out of its to-date more than $7 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) across multiple African nations.     

These leadership appointments follow the recent announcement of GCA’s unique dual headquarters model, with Nairobi, Kenya to serve alongside Rotterdam, the Netherlands, as the seat of the organization. As inaugurated by H.E. William S. Ruto, Hon. President of Kenya, the dual headquarters aims to anchor efforts under the next phase of Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP) within the purview of President Ruto’s presidency of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC). GCA’s new leadership will further consolidate the Global Center’s institutional presence on the African continent reflecting both Africa’s acute climate vulnerability and the importance of regional leadership in advancing global adaptation solutions.

Since 2018, GCA has been unique in hosting multiple Heads of State level summits to galvanize prioritization on climate adaptation and to advance adaptation action within the global climate and development agenda. At the last two United Nations General Assemblies, GCA convened major high-level dialogues bringing together world leaders and high representatives from more than 50 nations, reinforcing adaptation as a core pillar of international cooperation.

The GCA’s flagship knowledge initiatives included the 5-year research project, the State and Trends in Adaptation series, which delivered a major contribution to global analytics on climate adaptation together with dozens of knowledge partners. Together with GCA’s co-leadership of the Global Commission on Adaptation report, the Stories of Resilience reports focused on locally-led adaptation, its pioneering of the Resilient Economies Index – Africa, and the recently-launched ‘Adaptation Insights’ series, among others, GCA has strengthened the economic and policy case for climate resilience worldwide and promoted frontline solutions and experiences to a global audience.

Since its inception, GCA has also built the world’s largest youth movement dedicated to climate adaptation, engaging and supporting over 35,000 members across more than 100 countries to champion resilience solutions in their communities.

As GCA marks eight years since its founding, these governance transitions reaffirm its mandate to accelerate adaptation action, strengthen and support African leadership on adaptation and to ensure that climate resilience remains central to global development priorities.


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