GATES' Grid-Connected Battery Platform "TIK TAK" Begins Handling "Completed (Developed) Projects"

GATES Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; hereinafter "GATES"), operator of the grid-connected battery platform "TIK TAK" (pronounced "Chiku Taku"), has newly begun handling "Completed (Developed) Projects for Grid-Connected Batteries (developed projects and projects with completed construction)."

In addition to the "projects with acquired rights" matching service previously offered, by enabling the buying and selling of completed projects, the platform will evolve into a comprehensive infrastructure investment platform that meets the diverse needs of both investors and businesses.

Background of Service Expansion The market for "grid-connected batteries," which adjust the output fluctuations of renewable energy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, is rapidly growing. Since the release of "TIK TAK" at the end of 2025, we have received feedback from over 300 businesses, including the following:

Challenges for Buyers (Investors/Businesses)

"We want to acquire projects that can be immediately monetized through power sales and market transactions, while reliably utilizing tax incentives such as lump-sum depreciation, and avoiding the risks of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) delays and rising material costs."

Challenges for Sellers (Developers/EPC Businesses)

"We want a reliable exit route to sell high-quality assets that have completed development and operation at a fair price, and use the funds for the next development."

To meet these increasingly sophisticated needs accompanying market maturation, GATES will leverage its extensive expertise across real estate, renewable energy, and finance to promote the formation of a secondary market for grid-connected batteries, a pioneering move in Japan.

Key Features and Benefits of Handling "Completed (Developed) Projects" By starting to handle completed projects, "TIK TAK" will provide significant business benefits to both buyers and sellers.

Benefits for Buyers (Investors/New Entrant Businesses)

Immediate Monetization

Skip the typical 1-2 year development period and waiting period for power company consultations, and begin operations in the wholesale power, capacity, and supply-demand adjustment markets immediately after acquiring the property.

Minimization of Business Risk

"Development/EPC risks" such as construction delays and unexpected increases in construction costs are completely eliminated, allowing for the formulation of highly predictable and stable investment plans.

Streamlined Due Diligence (DD)

As these are already operational facilities, more accurate asset valuation and secure transactions can be achieved with GATES' support.

Benefits for Sellers (Developers/EPC Businesses)

Clear Exit Strategy

High-quality operational assets can be directly marketed to buyers eager for battery investments through the platform, enabling swift recovery of funds.

Improved Capital Efficiency and Promotion of Reinvestment

Funds obtained from the sale of completed projects can be reinvested in acquiring new project sites or for the next development project, accelerating business expansion.

Future Developments Going forward, GATES will enhance its support for tax incentives such as lump-sum depreciation, in addition to providing a seamless matching environment from land with acquired rights to completed (developed) projects through "TIK TAK."

Furthermore, we will build a comprehensive support system incorporating more advanced financial schemes, such as financing support in collaboration with our "Structured Finance" business.

By creating a liquid and sound battery asset market, we will support the smooth launch of businesses and contribute to the development of Japan's energy infrastructure and the stabilization of the power grid.

Service Overview

Name: TIK TAK (pronounced "Chiku Taku")

URL: https://tiktak-jp.com/

Target Projects: Projects for grid-connected batteries, including land with acquired rights and completed (developed) battery storage facilities.

Operating Company: GATES Inc.

►GATES Inc.

Headquarters: Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Grand Tower 34F, 8-17-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Yushi Sekino, President and Representative Director

Founded: December 2012

Capital: 100 million yen

Business Activities: ■ "TIK TAK" Renewable Energy Related Business

TIK TAK: Matching platform for business land with acquired rights LAND: Wholesale of land with acquired rights ASSET: Direct sales of completed (developed) projects FINANCE: Fund formation and small-lot investment SOLAR: Solar power generation investment ■ "OPEN GATES" Real Estate Investment Business

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