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Vantage Drilling International (VDI) Investor presentation summary

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Investor presentation summary

3 Sep, 2026

Strategic transactions and value creation

  • Executing sales of two jackups and entering three-year management agreements with ADES, unlocking value above book value and maintaining rig management roles.

  • Entered a binding MOU with TotalEnergies for the sale of Tungsten Explorer into a JV, with a 10-year management agreement and significant premium to book value.

  • Proceeds from asset sales are being used to deleverage the balance sheet, with mandatory bond redemption and strong pro forma cash position.

  • Listing on Euronext Growth and potential for special dividend distributions following major transactions.

  • Strategic focus on maximizing shareholder value through ongoing managed services and new contract opportunities.

Financial performance and equity value

  • Illustrative sum-of-the-parts analysis shows an implied equity value of $349 million, or $26.25 per share, after asset sales and debt repayment.

  • Sale of Topaz Driller and Soehanah jackups to ADES at 79% and 95% premiums to book value, respectively.

  • Tungsten Explorer sale to TotalEnergies JV at a 64% and 116% premium to book value, with $265 million total consideration.

  • Pro forma cash balance post-transactions equals 65% of market capitalization, supporting future growth and shareholder returns.

  • Management agreements generate recurring revenue and support attractive dividend yields, with potential for further upside from additional managed rigs.

Operational platform and management services

  • Lean, scalable operating platform enables management of incremental units without significant overhead increases.

  • Extensive experience in project management, marketing, and operations for a diverse client base, including major IOCs, NOCs, and drilling contractors.

  • Over 35 deals completed in marketing, project management, reactivations, and operations, with no conflicting asset ownership.

  • Key partnerships with Aquadrill, Oro Negro, and Sonangol, supporting asset monetization and operational launches.

  • Management agreements structured to provide stable, long-term revenue streams and low-risk equity returns.

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