WAKITA × CTS: Strategic Partnership Accelerating the Future of Construction DX. Business Transfer of Cloud Compaction Management System 'Geo-Press Cloud' Significantly Strengthens ICT Solution Provision System.

Wakita Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Osaka; Representative Director and President: Teiji Wakita) will acquire the business of the cloud compaction management system "Geo-Press Cloud" from CTS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture) on April 1, 2026. Taking this business transfer as an opportunity, both companies will deepen their strategic partnership in the construction ICT field and further contribute to promoting digital transformation (DX) across the industry.

■ Purpose and Contents of Business Transfer Effective April 1, 2026, we will acquire all businesses related to the following system: 【Transferred Business】・All businesses of the cloud compaction management system "Geo-Press Cloud"

Wakita's construction machinery network and CTS's digital technology support will be integrated. Through the integrated operation of hardware (heavy machinery) and software (cloud), on-site productivity will be dramatically improved.

Our company will acquire this business to enhance services in the construction ICT field and improve customer support. This alliance goes beyond a change in operating entity, aiming to build a system that combines the strengths of both companies. CTS Co., Ltd. will continue and develop its technical support, ensuring stable system operation and rapid on-site feedback. We will provide customers with even more advanced ICT solutions stably.

■ Synergistic Effects through Division of Roles CTS Co., Ltd., strong in digital data services and technical support, will collaborate with our company's construction machinery customer network and on-site implementation/operation support. The integration of hardware (heavy machinery) and software (cloud system) will create high value-added services that contribute to improving on-site productivity.

■ Wakita's "Next-Generation Construction Support" WAKITA is strongly promoting advanced solutions utilizing ICT technology, with the provision of construction machinery as its core.

### 〇 Marutto ICT: Provides one-stop services from 3D surveying to construction, data delivery, and BIM/CIM. Solves the shortage of skilled workers and achieves high-precision construction.

### 〇 i-Construction 2.0: Diverse product development utilizing the remote control system "XAURS" and 3D data. Provides the latest information through the information dissemination site "WAKITA CON-PAS."

### 〇 Evolution of Business Model: Based on the mid-term management plan until FY2028, we advocate for the "evolution of the business model" through digital technology. We are progressing as a general trading company of the digital age, realizing improved safety and labor-saving at sites through technology, not just limited to machinery rental and sales.

■ Inquiries and Consultation for Introduction For new rental applications after April 1, 2026, please contact Wakita Co., Ltd.

・Wakita Co., Ltd. Tohoku ICT Solution Department TEL 022-778-0177 ・Wakita Co., Ltd. Metropolitan Area ICT Solution Department TEL 03-5439-4637 ・Wakita Co., Ltd. West Japan ICT Solution Department TEL 06-6449-1973

■ For Customers Currently Renting Customers with contracts as of April 1, 2026, will be handled by CTS Co., Ltd. until the contract expires (return completed). Please contact Wakita for your next rental.

◎For more details on "Geo-Press Cloud" developed by our company, please refer to the website below.

### ■ Cloud Compaction Management System "Geo-Press Cloud" and "Geo Level Cloud" https://kenki.wakita.co.jp/solution/geo-press

### ■ Construction Machinery/Construction Solution Portal "WAKITA CON-PAS" https://kenki.wakita.co.jp/solution/geo-press "WAKITA CON-PAS" is an information site that introduces the latest construction machinery, ICT solutions, and technical information to address challenges such as improving efficiency, reducing costs, enhancing safety, and environmental considerations at construction sites.

About Wakita Co., Ltd. Since its establishment in 1949, Wakita Co., Ltd. has developed diversified businesses including construction machinery, trading, and real estate. Based on its long-cultivated achievements and technical capabilities, the company provides optimal solutions to customer and societal challenges, contributing to the realization of a materially and spiritually rich society.

【Company Overview】 Company Name: Wakita Co., Ltd. Head Office Location: 1-3-20 Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka Representative Director: Teiji Wakita, President Established: May 4, 1949 Capital: 13,821,874,820 JPY

Corporate Website: https://www.wakita.co.jp/ ■ Wakita Construction Machinery/Construction Solution Portal: https://kenki.wakita.co.jp/ ■ X: https://x.com/Wakita_kenki ■ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakita_kenki/ ■ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wakita-pr