Cleantek Industries Secures Significant International HALO SE Crown Mount Contract

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – January 22, 2026) – Cleantek Industries Inc. (TSXV: CTEK) (“Cleantek” or the “Company“), an innovative provider of patented clean technology solutions that reduce both cost and carbon intensity in the wastewater management and industrial lighting sectors, is pleased to announce the award of an international contract for the supply and installation of up to 60 HALO SE Crown Mount lighting systems.

The contract follows the successful completion of multiple HALO deployments throughout 2025 and reflects growing international demand for Cleantek’s solutions. The custom HALO SE Crown Mount systems are scheduled for delivery and installation in 2026.

“This marks a major achievement for Cleantek and a clear validation of our HALO SE on an international scale,” said Riley Taggart, CEO of Cleantek. “An award of this size positions us for meaningful double-digit growth potential in our industrial lighting business for 2026. I’m incredibly proud of our team for delivering this achievement and accelerating our global expansion.”

The patented HALO SE Crown Mount system is purpose-built for demanding industrial environments, delivering zero-emission, high-intensity lighting that enhances nighttime safety and operational efficiency. The Company plans to continue expanding its international industrial lighting footprint and pursuing growth across global markets.

About Cleantek Industries Inc.

Cleantek is a clean energy technology company focused on ESG-accretive solutions, providing specialized and fully integrated wastewater treatment, disposal equipment, and turnkey sustainable lighting rental solutions. By leveraging patented technology and industry expertise, Cleantek delivers tailored, cost-effective solutions to a diverse client base, including blue-chip exploration and production companies across North America.

With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, Cleantek is well-positioned to meet the rising water treatment and sustainable lighting market demand. Our proven track record and commitment to innovation drive long-term value creation in the clean technology sector.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains certain “forward-looking statements” including, for example, statements relating to expected improved financial flexibility, additional growth, potential expansion, expansion of Cleantek’s fleet of sustainable lighting solutions and EcoSteam wastewater treatment assets, the expected deployment of Cleantek’s assets, available liquidity, Cleantek’s outlook for the future and near-term strategy. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, both known and unknown. The results or events depicted in these forward-looking statements may differ materially from actual results or events. In addition to other factors and assumptions which may be identified herein, assumptions have been made regarding and are implicit in, among other things: receipt of regulatory approvals, the state of the capital markets, the ability of the Corporation to successfully manage the risks inherent in pursuing business opportunities in the oilfield services industry and outside the North American market, and the ability of the Corporation to obtain qualified staff, equipment and services in a timely and cost efficient manner to develop its business. Any forward-looking statement reflects information available to Cleantek as of the date of this news release and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, Cleantek disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise.

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