Mr. Michael Irmen reports

IRONMAN PROVIDES UPDATE ON 2026 Q1 FILINGS

Ironman International Ltd. is providing an update with respect to the management cease trade order (MCTO) issued by the British Columbia Securities Commission (the BCSC) on April 30, 2026, and as previously announced by the company. The MCTO was issued by the BCSC in connection with the delay by the company in filing its interim financial statements and accompanying management's discussion and analysis and related CEO (chief executive officer) and CFO (chief financial officer) certificates for the period ended Feb. 28, 2026 (collectively, the Q1 filings).

The company is providing this status update in accordance with National Policy 12-203 -- Management Cease Trade Orders. The company expects to file the Q1 filings by May 29, 2026. The company will issue a news release once the Q1 filings have been filed. Until the company files the Q1 filings, it will comply with the alternative information guidelines set out in NP 12-203, including the issuance of biweekly default status reports in the form of news releases. The company confirms as of the date of this news release that there has been no material change in the information contained in the company's news release issued April 30, 2026, and there is no other material information concerning the affairs of the company that has not been generally disclosed.

About Ironman International Ltd.

Established in 1999, Ironman International is a leading North American provider of horizontal directional drilling and trenchless infrastructure services, operating 24/seven to support residential, commercial, industrial and utility clients. The company specializes in delivering cost-effective, low-impact underground installation solutions across a broad range of applications, including telecommunications, electrical, water and sewer, oil and gas, geothermal, and irrigation systems. With a modern fleet of specialized equipment and an experienced technical team, Ironman is capable of executing complex projects across diverse and challenging environments, including lakes, rivers, coastal and near-shore marine installations, rail corridors, roadways, and highways. The company also provides complementary services designed to enhance efficiency, maintain safety standards and ensure projects are completed on time and on budget. The common shares of Ironman International are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange and trade under the symbol IMI and trade on the OTCQB Venture Market under the symbol IMITF.

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