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TOTAL PLAY ANNOUNCES 16% GROWTH IN EBITDA IN THE SECOND QUARTER OF 2024 TO AN ALL-TIME HIGH OF Ps.5,096 MILLION

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—Capex for the quarter was equivalent to 23.9% of the company’s revenue, compared to Capex equivalent of 40.3% of revenue a year ago—

 —EBITDA balance, less Capex and interest, reached a record level of Ps. 926 million in the period—

MEXICO CITY, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Total Play Telecomunicaciones, S.A.P.I. de C.V. (“Total Play”), a leading telecommunications company in Mexico, which offers internet access, pay television and telephony services, through one of the largest 100% fiber optic networks in the country, announced today financial results for the second quarter of 2024.

“Total Play’s firm subscriber base moderation strategy, strict financial discipline, and initiatives that strengthen our operational efficiency, significantly boosted profitability and cash generation this quarter. EBITDA grew double-digit, reaching a record level of Ps.5,096 million, while EBITDA margin increased by two percentage points to 46%,” commented Eduardo Kuri, CEO of Total Play. “Capex for the quarter was Ps.2,668 million, equivalent to 23.9% of the company’s revenue. This, along with increasing profitability, significantly improved our cash generation — defined as EBITDA less Capex and interest paid — to the highest level in Total Play’s history.”

“On the balance sheet, the solid growth in cash flow significantly boosted our liquidity. Additionally, we amortized bank loans and Cebures equivalent to Ps. 2,182 million in the period, which contributed to reducing the balance of short-term debt with cost by 30% and to further strengthen Total Play’s capital structure,” added Mr. Kuri.

Second quarter results 

Revenue for the quarter was Ps.11,150 million, 13% above the Ps.9,867 million for the same period of the previous year. Total costs and expenses were Ps.6,054 million, compared to Ps.5,490 million of the previous year.

As a result, Total Play’s EBITDA grew 16% to Ps. 5,096 million, up from Ps. 4,377 million a year ago. The EBITDA margin for the quarter was 46%, compared to 44% in the same quarter of 2023. The company recorded operating income of Ps. 889 million, compared to Ps. 300 million a year ago.

Total Play reported net loss of Ps.3,733 million, from a loss of Ps.310 million in the same quarter of 2023.

   Q2 2023 

   Q2 2024 

  Change 

Ps. 

%

Revenue from services 

$9,867

$11,150

$1,283

13 %

EBITDA  

$4,377

$5,096

$719

16 %

Operating income

$300

$889

$589

—-

Net result 

$(310)

$(3,733)

$(3,423)

—-

Amounts in millions of pesos.
EBITDA: Earnings before interest, depreciation, and amortization.

Service revenue

The company’s revenue grew 13%, as a result of an 8% increase in sales in the residential segment and a 45% increase in revenues from the enterprise business.

Totalplay Residencial’s revenue growth to Ps. 9,196 million, compared to Ps. 8,521 million a year earlier, relates to a 9% increase in the number of subscribers to the company’s services, compared to the same quarter a year ago, to reach 5,009,091 this period, including 69,001 small and medium-sized businesses. The company considers that the number of users reached this quarter reflects its remarkable capacity to offer technologically advanced internet services — with superior stability and speed — continuous innovation in its entertainment platform, and an excellent service.

Compared to the previous quarter, the number of net additions grew by 101,702 users, in line with Total Play’s strategy of moderating its subscriber base growth.

Average revenue per subscriber (ARPU) for the quarter was Ps.612, compared to Ps.615 a year ago.

As previously announced, the company’s geographic coverage investment program was completed during the first quarter of 2023. Accordingly, the number of homes passed in Mexico at the end of this period was 17,590,606, a figure with minor variations compared to 17,503,742 a year ago.

Penetration — the proportion of homes passed by Total Play that have the company’s telecommunications services — was 28.5% at the end of the quarter, up from 26.2% a year ago.

The enterprise segment’s revenue was Ps.1,954 million, up from Ps.1,346 million in the previous year, due to the launch of various organizations´ projects in recent months.

Costs and expenses

Total costs and expenses increased 10%, as a result of a 15% increase in service costs and an 8% increase in general expenses.

The increase in costs to Ps. 2,187 million from Ps. 1,902 million in the previous year is primarily due to higher costs associated with business projects, links, and memberships. This increase was partially offset by lower content and licensing costs.

The increase in expenses to Ps. 3,867 million, from Ps. 3,588 million, reflects higher maintenance and fees expenses, in the context of the company’s growing operations. This increase was partially offset by reductions in advertising and personnel expenses, resulting from strategies that generate solid operating efficiencies.

EBITDA and net result

Total Play’s EBITDA was Ps.5,096 million, 16% higher compared to Ps.4,377 million of the previous year.

Relevant variations below EBITDA were the following:

An increase of Ps.130 million in depreciation and amortization mainly due to user acquisition costs, including telecommunications equipment, labor, and installation expenses.

An increase of Ps.582 million in changes in the fair value of financial instruments, largely due to the recording of the remaining expenses associated with the issuance of the company’s Senior Notes due in 2025, as a result of the 90% exchange of these notes with the new Senior Notes with final maturity in 2028, as previously announced.

An increase of Ps.209 million in interest expense consistent with the financial debt balance variation, attributable to the exchange rate depreciation effect on dollar-denominated debt this quarter, as well as higher debt costs.

A foreign exchange loss of Ps. 2,473 million this period, compared to a gain of Ps. 1,619 million a year ago, resulted from a net liability monetary position in foreign currency and the depreciation of the peso against the basket of currencies in which the company’s monetary liabilities are denominated this quarter. This contrasts with the exchange rate appreciation experienced in the previous year.

Total Play reported a net loss of Ps.3,733 million, compared to a loss of Ps.310 million in the same period of 2023.

Balance sheet

As of June 30, 2024, the Company’s debt with cost was Ps.52,919 million, compared to Ps.47,684 million in the previous year. The increase shows the effect of exchange rate depreciation on dollar-denominated debt.

Lease liabilities were Ps.5,210 million, 24% lower compared to Ps.6,868 million of the previous year.

Cash and cash equivalents, plus restricted cash held in trusts, totaled Ps. 5,225 million, a 23% increase from Ps. 4,249 million a year ago. Consequently, the company’s net debt was Ps. 52,904 million, compared to Ps. 50,303 million a year ago.

The debt ratio — Net Debt / EBITDA for the last two annualized quarters — was 2.62 times, as a result of solid EBITDA growth, together with greater relative stability of the net debt balance.

Consistent with the strategy to extend Total Play’s debt profile — in line with the company’s cash generation — the balance of short-term debt with cost was reduced by 30% to Ps.4,212 million, from Ps.5,994 million a year ago.

Total Play’s fixed assets — including accumulated investments in fiber optics, telecommunications equipment, subscriber acquisition costs, and other assets — was Ps.61,775 million, compared to Ps. 59,912 million a year ago.

Six months results

Revenue for the first six months of 2024 was Ps.22,237 million, 13% higher from Ps.19,694 million the previous year. This growth was driven by a 37% increase in enterprise revenues and a 9% growth in residential revenues. Total costs and expenses rose 12% to Ps.12,154 million from Ps.10,883 million, due to a 10% increase in general expenses and a 15% increase in service costs.

Total Play reported EBITDA of Ps.10,083 million, a 14% increase from Ps.8,811 million the previous year. The EBITDA margin for the period was 45%. Operating income reached Ps.1,724 million, up from Ps.892 million in the same period of 2023.

The company recorded a net loss of Ps.4,897 million, compared to a profit of Ps.6 million a year ago.

   6M 2023

   6M 2024

   Change

Ps.

%

Revenue from services

$19,694

$22,237

$2,543

13 %

EBITDA      

$8,811

$10,083

$1,272

14 %

Operating income

$892

$1,724

$832

93 %

Net result     

$6

$(4,897)

$(4,903)

—-

Amounts in millions of pesos.
EBITDA: Earnings before interest, depreciation, and amortization.

About Total Play

Total Play is a leading Triple Play provider in Mexico that, thanks to the widest direct-to-home fiber optic network in the country, offers entertainment and technologically advanced services with the highest quality and speed in the market. For the latest news and updates about Total Play, visit: www.totalplay.com.mx.

Total Play is a Grupo Salinas company (www.gruposalinas.com), a group of dynamic, fast-growing, and technologically advanced companies focused on creating economic value through market innovation and goods and services that improve standards of living; social value to improve community well-being; and environmental value by reducing the negative impact of its business activities. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies. Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently, with its own management, board of directors, and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. The group of companies shares a common vision, values, and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results, and world-class performance.

Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this press release are concepts about the future that involve risks and uncertainty that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Other risks that may affect Total Play and its subsidiaries are presented in documents sent to the securities authorities.

Investor Relations:

Bruno Rangel

Rolando Villarreal

+ 52 (55) 1720 9167

+ 52 (55) 1720 9167

jrangelk@totalplay.com.mx

rvillarreal@totalplay.com.mx

Press Relations:

Luciano Pascoe

Tel. +52 (55) 1720 1313 ext. 36553

lpascoe@gruposalinas.com.mx

 

TOTAL PLAY TELECOMUNICACIONES, S.A.P.I.  DE C.V. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED QUARTERLY INCOME STATEMENTS

(Millions of Mexican pesos)

2Q23

2Q24

Change

$

%

$

%

$

%

Revenue from services

9,867

100 %

11,150

100 %

1,283

13 %

Cost of services

(1,902)

(19 %)

(2,187)

(20 %)

(285)

(15 %)

Gross profit

7,965

81 %

8,963

80 %

998

13 %

General expenses

(3,588)

(36 %)

(3,867)

(35 %)

(279)

(8 %)

EBITDA

4,377

44 %

5,096

46 %

719

16 %

Depreciation and amortization

(4,077)

(41 %)

(4,207)

(38 %)

(130)

(3 %)

Operating profit 

300

3 %

889

8 %

589

196 %

Financial cost:

Interest revenue

39

0 %

74

1 %

35

90 %

Change in fair value of financial instruments

(135)

(1 %)

(717)

(6 %)

(582)

n.m. 

Accrued interest expense

(1,356)

(14 %)

(1,565)

(14 %)

(209)

(15 %)

Other financial expenses

(108)

(1 %)

100

1 %

208

193 %

Foreign exchange gain (loss) – Net

1,619

16 %

(2,473)

(22 %)

(4,092)

n.m. 

59

1 %

(4,581)

(41 %)

(4,640)

n.m. 

Equity interest in net results of non-controlling entities

(18)

(0 %)

–

0 %

18

100 %

Profit (Loss) before income tax provisions

341

3 %

(3,692)

(33 %)

(4,033)

n.m. 

Income tax provision

(651)

(7 %)

(41)

(0 %)

610

94 %

Net loss for the period

(310)

(3 %)

(3,733)

(33 %)

(3,423)

n.m. 

 

 

TOTAL PLAY TELECOMUNICACIONES, S.A.P.I. DE C.V. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED ACCUMULATED INCOME STATEMENTS

(Millions of Mexican pesos)

Accumulated

Accumulated

6M23

6M24

Change

$

%

$

%

$

%

Revenue from services

19,694

100 %

22,237

100 %

2,543

13 %

Cost of services

(3,910)

(20 %)

(4,482)

(20 %)

(572)

(15 %)

Gross profit

15,784

80 %

17,755

80 %

1,971

12 %

General expenses

(6,973)

(35 %)

(7,672)

(35 %)

(699)

(10 %)

EBITDA

8,811

45 %

10,083

45 %

1,272

14 %

Depreciation and amortization

(7,919)

(40 %)

(8,359)

(38 %)

(440)

(6 %)

Operating profit

892

5 %

1,724

8 %

832

93 %

Financial cost:

Interest revenue

90

0 %

143

1 %

53

59 %

Change in fair value of financial instruments

(324)

(2 %)

(1,014)

(5 %)

(690)

n.m. 

Accrued interest expense

(2,682)

(14 %)

(3,042)

(14 %)

(360)

(13 %)

Other financial expenses

(220)

(1 %)

59

0 %

279

127 %

Foreign exchange gain (loss) – Net

3,471

18 %

(2,063)

(9 %)

(5,534)

(159 %)

335

2 %

(5,917)

(27 %)

(6,252)

n.m. 

Equity interest in net results of non-controlling entities

(19)

(0 %)

–

0 %

(19)

(100 %)

Profit (Loss) before income tax provisions

1,208

6 %

(4,193)

(19 %)

(5,401)

n.m. 

Income tax provision

(1,202)

(6 %)

(704)

(3 %)

(498)

(41 %)

Net Profit (Loss) for the period

6

0 %

(4,897)

(22 %)

(4,903)

n.m. 

 

TOTAL PLAY TELECOMUNICACIONES, S.A.P.I. DE C.V. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Millions of Mexican pesos)

As of Jun 30,

2023

2024

Change

$

%

$

%

$

%

Assets

CURRENT ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalents

1,290

2 %

2,728

3 %

1,438

111 %

Restricted cash in trusts

2,959

4 %

2,497

3 %

(462)

(16 %)

Customers – net

4,563

5 %

4,869

6 %

306

7 %

Other accounts receivable

146

0 %

168

0 %

22

15 %

Recoverable taxes

3,975

5 %

4,057

5 %

82

2 %

Related parties

247

0 %

312

0 %

65

26 %

Inventories

2,489

3 %

2,581

3 %

92

4 %

Prepaid expenses

595

1 %

729

1 %

134

23 %

Total current assets

16,264

19 %

17,941

21 %

1,677

10 %

NON-CURRENT ASSETS

Related parties

222

0 %

257

0 %

35

16 %

Property, plant and equipmente – Net

59,912

71 %

61,775

71 %

1,863

3 %

Rights-of-use assets -Net

6,064

7 %

4,129

5 %

(1,935)

(32 %)

Trademarks and other assets

1,423

2 %

2,473

3 %

1,050

74 %

Total non-current assets

67,621

81 %

68,634

79 %

1,013

1 %

Total assets

83,885

100 %

86,575

100 %

2,690

3 %

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

SHORT-TERM LIABILITIES

Financial debt

5,994

7 %

4,212

5 %

(1,782)

(30 %)

Lease liabilities

2,319

3 %

2,604

3 %

285

12 %

Trade payables

12,603

15 %

16,401

19 %

3,798

30 %

Reverse factoring

2,606

3 %

1,452

2 %

(1,154)

(44 %)

Other payables and payable taxes

1,910

2 %

1,901

2 %

(9)

(0 %)

Related parties

777

1 %

1,268

1 %

491

63 %

Liabilities from contracts with customers

665

1 %

601

1 %

(64)

(10 %)

Interest payable

359

0 %

226

0 %

(133)

(37 %)

Derivative financial instruments

187

0 %

48

0 %

(139)

(74 %)

Total short-term liabilities

27,420

33 %

28,713

33 %

1,293

5 %

LONG-TERM LIABILITIES

Financial debt

41,690

50 %

48,707

56 %

7,017

17 %

Lease liabilities

4,549

5 %

2,606

3 %

(1,943)

(43 %)

Derivative financial instruments

2,169

3 %

–

0 %

(2,169)

(100 %)

Employee benefits

46

0 %

92

0 %

46

100 %

Deferred income tax

3,557

4 %

6,259

7 %

2,702

76 %

Total long-term liabilities

52,011

62 %

57,664

67 %

5,653

11 %

Total liabilities

79,431

95 %

86,377

100 %

6,946

9 %

STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

4,454

5 %

198

0 %

(4,256)

(96 %)

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

83,885

100 %

86,575

100 %

2,690

3 %

 

 

TOTAL PLAY TELECOMUNICACIONES, S.A.P.I. DE C.V. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Millions of Mexican pesos)

6th months period ended

Jun 30,

2023

2024

Operating activities:

Profit (Loss) before income tax provision

1,208

(4,193)

Items not requiring the use of resources:

Depreciation and amortization

7,919

8,359

Employee benefits

(3)

18

Items related to investing or financing activities:

Accrued interest income

(90)

(143)

Accrued interest expense and other financial transactions

3,238

4,115

Unrealized foreign exchange gain

(3,540)

2,268

Effect per conversion

19

–

8,751

10,424

Resources (used in) generated by operating activities:

Customers and unearned revenue

622

(836)

Other receivables

90

14

Related parties, net

316

291

Taxes to be recovered

(165)

84

Inventories

(147)

345

Advance payments

313

(200)

Trade payables

1,905

2,578

Other payables

(527)

(24)

Cash flows generated by operating activities

11,158

12,676

Investing activities: 

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment

(8,076)

(5,961)

Other assets

(75)

(390)

Collected interest

90

143

Cash flows (used in) investing activities

(8,061)

(6,208)

Financing activities:

Equity contributions

–

700

Loans received

1,475

(1,267)

Leasing cash flows

(1,303)

(1,217)

Restricted Cash in Trusts

(971)

880

Reverse factoring

(85)

(782)

Derivative financial instruments

(267)

(1,475)

Interest payment

(2,546)

(2,956)

Cahs flows used in financing activities

(3,697)

(6,117)

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

(600)

351

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year 

1,890

2,377

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year 

1,290

2,728

 

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Through the partnership, Dyna.Ai and GAPP will explore opportunities to introduce Dyna.Ai’s enterprise agentic platform, including voice and text-based AI agents and AI Employee solutions, to organizations across the Kingdom, based on their specific needs and use cases. Potential applications may include embedding agents into day-to-day operations, from internal workflows to client-facing service delivery, rather than deploying them as standalone tools, while supporting applicable local data-governance requirements.

The announcement comes as Saudi Arabia marks 2026 as the official Year of Artificial Intelligence, an initiative led by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA). The partnership responds to rising demand across public and private sectors for practical AI solutions that align with Vision 2030 digital mandates.

“GAPP brings strong local market knowledge and enterprise technology expertise, creating a solid foundation for this partnership,” said Carlton Liew, Chief Business Officer and Co-Founder of Dyna.Ai. “Together, we will work with organizations to identify where AI agents can add value and how they can be introduced with minimal disruption, creating a practical, lower-risk path to measurable business results.”

Ahmed Al Azmah, Chief Operating Officer of GAPP, added: “Our collaboration with Dyna.Ai creates opportunities to introduce advanced, enterprise-grade AI capabilities to organizations across the Kingdom. By pairing global AI technology with our deep local integration expertise, we aim to help Saudi organizations automate critical workflows, elevate operational standards, and support the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 digital-economy objectives.”

The agreement marks Dyna.Ai’s latest step in expanding its presence across the Middle East’s enterprise technology sector.

About Dyna.Ai

Dyna.Ai is a leading AI-as-a-Service company headquartered in Singapore, delivering enterprise-grade AI solutions that turn advanced AI into measurable business results. The company provides AI-powered products and services that enhance customer experience (CX), improve employee experience (EX), and optimize core business operations, with solutions designed for practical enterprise deployment. With a global presence across Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas, Dyna.Ai powers financial institutions, contact centers, and more enterprises worldwide. For more information, visit www.dyna.ai.  

About GAPP

Established in 2007, Gulf Applications (GAPP) has emerged as a leading provider of innovative ICT and technical solutions in Saudi Arabia. Focused on delivering unmatched value, GAPP offers comprehensive services and integrated solutions across various sectors. From ICT infrastructure and cloud services to Internet of Things (IoT) and network energy, GAPP consistently meets the needs of the global market by partnering with trusted suppliers and adhering to the highest international standards. For more information, visit https://gapp.sa/.

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Naviam Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Cohesive from Bentley Systems, Alongside Significant Growth Investment from Norwest

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The acquisition is expected to solidify Naviam’s position as the largest global IBM Maximo business partner. As part of the transaction, Bentley Systems will make a strategic equity investment in Naviam and join its Board of Directors, while Norwest will make a significant growth investment in the combined Naviam and Cohesive business. The partnership will also bring together Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, Naviam Cloud, and IBM Maximo to unlock greater value across the full asset lifecycle.

LONDON, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Naviam, the world-leading IBM Maximo partner, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cohesive from Bentley Systems. As part of the transaction, Bentley will make an equity investment in Naviam, becoming a minority shareholder and taking a seat on its Board of Directors upon the close of the transaction.

“Together, we are the world’s largest independent IBM Maximo services and solutions provider.” — Oliver Garthwaite, CEO, Naviam

Cohesive is a leading provider of IBM Maximo consulting, implementation, hosting, and support. Its professionals serve hundreds of asset owners worldwide, including the UK’s Ministry of Defence and Con Edison, one of the largest investor-owned utilities in the U.S.

Naviam and Bentley share a mutual belief that the integration of Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, Naviam cloud capabilities, and IBM Maximo can unlock substantial value across the infrastructure asset lifecycle, including geospatial data integration. Following the close of the transaction, Naviam will partner with Bentley to sell and implement Bentley platforms and products, not only to Cohesive’s customers but also to Naviam’s hundreds of existing customers.

Oliver Garthwaite, CEO of Naviam, said, “We have long admired Cohesive, and today we are thrilled to announce this agreement to officially welcome their talented team and valued customers into the Naviam family. This combination is a natural evolution of our long-standing relationship, born from a deep, mutual respect for the capabilities and vision of both organizations. Together, we are the world’s largest independent IBM Maximo services and solutions provider, and we want to assure every Cohesive customer that our commitment to their success is unwavering. Our reputation is built on delivering successful outcomes, and we will continue that focus for all our customers.”

David Shaman, Chief Legal Officer of Bentley Systems, added, “I am pleased to join Naviam’s board as Bentley’s representative following the close of this transaction. At the core, this deal is about accelerating a shared vision. The future of infrastructure asset management lies in the deep integration of engineering and operational data with enterprise systems to create and leverage evergreen digital twins. Partnering with Naviam strengthens our ability to bring the full power of Bentley Infrastructure Cloud to asset owner-operators. We are incredibly proud of what the Cohesive team has built, including its continuously improving financial trajectory. Through our new role as a key investor and partner in Naviam, we are excited to help guide this next chapter of innovation and success.”

Concurrent with the acquisition of Cohesive, leading growth equity firm Norwest has entered a definitive agreement to make a significant growth investment in the combined businesses. Norwest will work closely with Naviam’s management team and Bentley to support continued investment in Naviam’s Maximo delivery capacity and product suite.

“Naviam has built the deepest Maximo capability in the market, and the Cohesive acquisition further strengthens the company’s ability to deliver great outcomes for its customers anywhere in the world,” said Norwest Partner Chris Scullin, who led the transaction for Norwest. “We are excited to partner with Naviam CEO Oliver Garthwaite, CFO Henrik Fridlund, and the entire Naviam and Bentley teams as Naviam enters this next phase of global growth.”

Transaction Details

Bentley’s investment in Naviam comes alongside a major growth investment in Naviam by Norwest. Financial terms of Bentley’s investment and the Cohesive transaction were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close on September 30, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

About Naviam

Naviam is the world’s leading IBM Maximo partner, helping organizations modernize and maximize the value of their assets through cloud-based platforms, mobile solutions, and advanced product innovation built specifically for IBM Maximo—the world’s leading enterprise asset management (EAM) software. Backed by more than 35 years of innovation, we design, build, and support enterprise-scale Maximo environments while developing the industry’s largest suite of Maximo-dedicated products that extend, enhance, and future-proof the platform. For more information, please visit www.naviam.io.

About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance. For more information, please visit www.bentley.com.

About Norwest

Norwest is a global growth equity and venture investment firm managing more than $15.5 billion in capital. Since its inception, Norwest has invested in more than 700 companies and currently partners with more than 250 companies in its growth equity and venture portfolio. The firm invests in early- to late-stage businesses across key sectors with a focus on technology & B2B services, healthcare, and consumer sectors. The Norwest team offers a deep network of connections, extensive operating experience, and a wide range of impactful services to help CEOs and founders scale their businesses. Norwest has offices in Menlo Park and San Francisco, Calif.; Mumbai, India; and Tel Aviv, Israel. For more information, please visit www.norwest.com..

© 2026 Naviam. Bentley Systems, Cohesive, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud are either registered or unregistered trademarks or service marks of Bentley Systems, Incorporated or one of its direct or indirect wholly owned subsidiaries. All other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Joe Kelley, Naviam, 1 (513) 578-6040, joe.kelley@naviam.io, https://www.naviam.io/

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