ARMADA Acquires Poseidon Industrial LLC, Expanding Its Solutions Offering to the U.S. Navy and Defense Support Capabilities

Strategic acquisition strengthens ARMADA's Fleet and enhances its ability to deliver preservation, modernization, and technical services across naval programs.

ARMADA Parent Inc., a leading solutions provider for outsourced U.S. Navy ship repair and construction, today announced the acquisition of Poseidon Industrial LLC ("Poseidon"). Poseidon is a Virginia based company supporting the U.S. Navy and defense industry with mechanical, electrical, and systems integration services for modernization and repair projects. ARMADA, which is majority owned by Carlyle (NASDAQ:CG) and Stellex Capital Management, delivers integrated mission-critical solutions across its national footprint of operating companies that will be strengthened by this acquisition of Poseidon.

Poseidon provides turnkey modernization and professional services for ship repair and shipbuilding programs. Its capabilities include systems installation, AIT services, and comprehensive quality management aligned with U.S. Navy and defense requirements. The acquisition of Poseidon represents a strategic expansion of ARMADA's already extensive maritime and defense capabilities, and highlights ARMADA's continued investment in the defense industrial base, expanding its capabilities and footprint to meet future U.S. Navy modernization demands. Poseidon's reputation for precision, responsiveness, and integrity complements ARMADA's disciplined approach to preservation, fabrication, and technical execution. Together, the organizations will deliver unified, defense-focused services that uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance across naval and industrial programs.

"Our acquisition of Poseidon represents a critical next step in strengthening ARMADA's ability to serve our defense and maritime partners with precision, agility, and unwavering quality," said Yehuda Chakoff, CEO of ARMADA. "Poseidon's expertise in combat systems and electrical modernization aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver integrated solutions across public and private shipyards."

"Poseidon proudly joins the ARMADA family, and we look forward to further building the platform together," said Fernando Martinez, General Manager of Poseidon.

To learn more about ARMADA Parent Inc. and its growing fleet of companies, visit www.armadainc.com.

About ARMADA Parent Inc.

ARMADA Parent Inc. is an independent service provider specializing in preservation, structural and mechanical work, scaffolding and containment, radiological and remediation services, staffing, and project management. Serving the maritime, defense, and industrial sectors, ARMADA supports mission-critical operations through its Fleet of operating companies, including IMIA, American Scaffold, Advanced Marine Preservation (AMP), Main Industries, and Craft and Technical Solutions (CTS). Founded in 2021, ARMADA's mission is to unify the strength of its Fleet to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality solutions for the maritime, defense, and industrial sectors – on time, every time. To learn more about ARMADA and its Fleet visit: armadainc.com

About Poseidon Industrial LLC

Poseidon Industrial LLC, based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, provides mechanical, electrical, and systems integration services to support the U.S. Navy and defense industry. Specializing in modernization, installation, and field support, Poseidon delivers high-quality, on-time solutions that enhance fleet readiness and mission capability.

About Carlyle

Carlyle (NASDAQ:CG) is a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across three business segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Carlyle AlpInvest. With $474 billion of assets under management as of September 30, 2025, Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, portfolio companies, and the communities in which we live and invest. Carlyle employs more than 2,400 people in 27 offices across four continents. Further information is available at www.carlyle.com. Follow Carlyle on X @OneCarlyle and LinkedIn at The Carlyle Group.

About Stellex Capital Management LLC

With offices in New York, London, Pittsburgh, and Detroit, Stellex Capital is a private equity firm with over $5 billion in AUM. Stellex seeks to identify and deploy capital in opportunities that stand to benefit from its operationally focused and hands-on approach to investing. Portfolio companies are supported by Stellex's industry knowledge, operating capabilities, network of senior executives, strategic insights, and access to capital. Sectors of particular focus include aerospace, defense & government services, transportation & logistics, manufacturing, real economy & business services, food processing, and tech-enabled services. Additional information may be found at www.stellexcapital.com.

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ARMADA Parent Inc.

9794 Timber Circle, Suite B

Daphne, AL 36527

BusinessDevelopment@armadainc.com

Poseidon Industrial LLC

660 Mount Vernon Ave

Portsmouth, VA 23707

Info@Poseidon-Industrial.com

Carlyle

Brittany Bensaull

+1 (212) 813-4839

brittany.bensaull@carlyle.com

For Stellex Capital Management LLC:

Prosek Partners

Mike Geller / Rachel Goun

Email: pro-stellex@prosek.com