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CLARKSON PLC ("the Company" or "Clarksons") 9 January 2026 Closed Period Trading Update Clarkson PLC, the world's leading provider of integrated shipping services, is pleased to announce that underlying profit before tax for the year ended 31 December 2025, subject to audit, is now expected to be not less than £90m, reflecting stronger results in the second half of the year. Clarksons' results will be reported on 9 March 2026. Ends For further details please contact: Company enquiries: Andi Case, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Woyda, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer Tel: +44(0)20 7334 000 Camarco: Billy Clegg Jennifer Renwick Tel: +44(0)20 3757 4980 About Clarkson PLC Clarkson PLC is the world's leading provider of integrated services and investment banking capabilities to the shipping and offshore markets, facilitating global trade. Founded in 1852, Clarksons offers its diverse and growing client base an unrivalled range of shipbroking services, sector research, on-hand logistical support and full investment banking capabilities in all key shipping and offshore sectors. Clarksons continues to drive innovation across its business, developing digital solutions which underpin the Group's unrivalled expertise and knowledge with leading technology. The Group employs over 2,100 people in over 60 offices across its four divisions. The Company has delivered 22 years of consecutive dividend growth. The highly cash-generative nature of the business, supported by a strong balance sheet, has enabled Clarksons to continue to invest to position the business to capitalise on opportunities in its markets. Clarksons is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker CKN and is a member of the FTSE 250 Index. For more information, visit www.clarksons.com.