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E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH has successfully advised Burgenland Energie on another strategically significant transaction. As part of the transaction, BE Solution GmbH, a subsidiary of Burgenland Energie, increased its stake in SOLAH Group GmbH to over 45%, thereby consolidating its position as a strategic partner of one of Austria's leading providers of sustainable energy solutions. The SOLAH Group is a pioneer in the field of sustainable energy solutions. It designs and implements photovoltaic systems for private and business customers in Austria. The operating subsidiaries of the SOLAH Group offer comprehensive services ranging from consulting and planning to installing PV systems, mainly on roofs. The increase in Burgenland Energie's stake in the SOLAH Group is a significant step forward for both companies. The combined expertise will not only strengthen the SOLAH Group's market position, but also promote innovative solutions in the field of renewable energies. "E+H is pleased to have advised Burgenland Energie in successfully increasing its stake in the SOLAH Group. This investment underscores the continuous expansion of the renewable energy sector and the importance of sustainable partnerships for a green future," said Johannes Feilmair, partner at E+H. "The continued successful partnership between Burgenland Energie and the SOLAH Group will not only strengthen the position of both companies in the field of sustainable energy solutions, but also make a decisive contribution to promoting renewable energies. With this in mind, we would like to express our sincere thanks to E+H for another successful collaboration," added Alexander Pultz, Managing Director of BE Solution GmbH. E+H Team Lead: Johannes Feilmair (Partner, Corporate/M&A + Real Estate) Also: Clemens Katzenbeisser (Associate, Corporate/M&A + Real Estate), Jochen Anweiler (Partner, Antitrust Law), Gabriel Straßer (Associate, Corporate/M&A + Real Estate) _____________________________________________________________________ E+H is an international commercial law firm with offices in Vienna, Graz, and Brussels that takes legal advice to the next level. The firm regularly receives awards and top spots in international rankings and directories, such as Chambers & Partners Global & Europe, Legal 500, JUVE, and Mergermarket. www.eh.at Questions & Contact Johannes Feilmair Partner E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH +43 676 836 47 335 | [email protected]

E+H provided legal advice to founder and managing director Andreas Bezuh on the partial sale of ecomDATA GmbH, an Austrian managed hosting provider, to the internationally operating Your.Online Group. ecomDATA, based in Oberwart, was founded in 2010 and has established itself as a provider of powerful, scalable hosting solutions for e-commerce companies in the DACH region. A particular focus is on hosting environments for JTL-Software ERP and other ERP and shop systems. As part of the transaction, ecomDATA will join Your.Online’s Performance segment and continue operating independently under its founder and (indirect) shareholder, Andreas Bezuh. Your.Online is a digital services group backed by Strikwerda that focuses on hosting, domain, security, and trust solutions. It pursues a decentralized investment model for the sustainable development of its portfolio companies. With the acquisition of ecomDATA, Your.Online is strengthening its performance segment and simultaneously entering the Austrian market. E+H Team (Legal advisor to Andreas Bezuh) Lead: Steve Jeitler (Partner, Corporate + M&A) and Florian Vidreis (Associate, Corporate + M&A) Further: Adrian Walser (Associate, Employment Law), Hannah Kercz (Attorney, IP/IT), Dieter Thalhammer (Partner, Antitrust) and William Redl (Partner, Antitrust) Wolf Theiss Team (Legal advisor to Your.Online) Lead: Zeno Grabmayr (Partner, Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A) Further: Klemens Kendler (Associate, Corporate/M&A), Anna Schwamberger (Counsel, Employment), Stefan Horn (Partner, Real Estate), Dominik Mayrhofer (Associate, Real Estate), Stefan Wartinger (Partner, Competition), Philipp Wrabetz (Counsel, IP/IT) and Karin Spindler‑Simader (Consultant, Tax)

(Vienna, February 5, 2026) The commercial law firm Binder Grösswang is starting the new financial year with a strengthened team and is appointing two new partners and five counsel. "The appointment of new partners and counsel is a clear sign that we are consistently committed to promoting talent. It is particularly important to us to recognize potential within the firm, develop it in a targeted manner, and offer long-term career opportunities. The conscious decision to fill these positions from within our own ranks underscores this approach and shows that our focus on cohesion, strong team spirit, and sustainable development has proven successful. The new partners and counsel stand for continuity, high professional quality, and a shared understanding of our firm's culture," explains Managing Partner Stefan Tiefenthaler. Two new partners strengthen Binder Grösswang Johannes Bammer (39) is joining Binder Grösswang's labor law team as a partner. He has more than ten years of experience advising national and international companies. He advises on all areas of labor law and employee data protection law. His main areas of expertise include labor court disputes, management and employment contracts, restructuring and staff reduction measures, the implementation of digitalization measures in the workplace (in particular AI implementation), and the optimization and implementation of working time models and teleworking models. Felix Fuith (34) is becoming a partner in the corporate / M&A team. He advises companies and investors on corporate and commercial law matters with a focus on complex M&A transactions and private equity. He has several years of experience advising target companies as well as investors - including private equity investors, family offices, and strategic investors - on national and international transactions. His main areas of expertise include cross-border M&A transactions, corporate law, private equity and venture capital, as well as joint ventures and strategic alliances. Felix Fuith is listed as a Notable Practitioner in the 2025 edition of IFLR1000. Five appointments to counsel strengthen the practice groups Mathias Drescher (36) has been appointed counsel in the banking and finance team. He advises on all aspects of domestic and cross-border financing transactions. His practice focuses on project and, in particular, real estate financing, as well as syndicated and acquisition financing, advising Austrian and international borrowers and lenders. He has many years of experience in structuring and implementing complex transactions and, among other things, provides ongoing advice to clients in the field of renewable energies. Anian Gruber (38) becomes Counsel in the regulatory team. He advises national and international companies on public commercial law. His main areas of expertise include regulatory law (energy and infrastructure), public procurement and competition law, ESG compliance (sustainability and supply chain regulation), administrative and constitutional law. Anian Gruber regularly advises companies on regulatory issues in M&A transactions and advises on complex approval and administrative proceedings, including administrative penalty and public procurement proceedings. Kordula Krankl (32) will become counsel in the dispute resolution team. She advises national and international clients on all matters of contentious civil and commercial law and specialises in representation in international civil and arbitration proceedings. Her main areas of expertise include construction projects and real estate disputes, commercial contracts, distribution law and insolvency-related proceedings. She also has particular experience in representing companies in the automotive sector. She is a lecturer at the ÖVI Real Estate Academy and regularly publishes in the field of dispute resolution. Christoph Raab (32) is joining the firm's competition law team as counsel. He advises national and international clients on all aspects of Austrian and EU antitrust law. His main areas of expertise include strategic advice on merger control, proceedings before national competition authorities and the European Commission, antitrust damages claims, and antitrust compliance. In addition, he has extensive experience in the strategic coordination of partner law firms and economic experts in complex, cross-border mandates. David Rötzer (36) has been appointed counsel in the banking and finance law team. He advises national and international borrowers and financial institutions on complex, mostly cross-border financing transactions. His expertise includes, in particular, syndicated financing, acquisition financing, corporate finance transactions, and structured financing, including green and sustainability-linked financing (ESG). Most recently, David Rötzer has focused on advising clients in the areas of energy and infrastructure as well as restructuring. About Binder Grösswang For more than 60 years, Binder Grösswang has been one of Austria's leading commercial law firms with a strong international focus, advising on all aspects of commercial law. The firm employs over 190 people at its offices in Vienna and Innsbruck and advises renowned national and international companies across all industries. International publishers such as JUVE, Chambers, the Legal 500, and IFLR 1000 regularly award top ratings to all of Binder Grösswang's practice areas. These include international awards such as The Lawyer Law Firm of the Year Austria Award, the Chambers Europe Austrian Law Firm of the Year Award, and the IFLR European Law Firm of the Year Award.

(Vienna, February 2, 2026) At the start of the new fiscal year on February 2, 2026, Binder Grösswang is focusing on continuity and confirming the existing management team that forms the firm's Management Board. After the most successful years in the firm's history, the Management Board will continue its work with an unchanged lineup, consisting of Stefan Tiefenthaler, Partner Banking & Finance, who will continue in his roles as Managing Partner and Spokesperson for the firm, and Florian Khol, Partner Corporate / M&A and Capital Markets, who will also retain his position as Managing Partner. Stefan Albiez, Partner for Dispute Resolution, will continue to be responsible for Finance & Organizational Management. Stephan Heckenthaler, Partner in the Banking & Finance team, will remain responsible for Marketing, Communications, and Business Development. Angelika Pallwein-Prettner, Partner specializing in Labor Law, will continue to head the Human Resources department. Markus Uitz, Partner for Real Estate Law, will remain responsible for IT and completes the six-member Management Board. "Our well-established cooperation gives us the momentum to think strategically and actively shape our growth. The past few years, which have been among the most successful in our firm's history, encourage us to take the next steps with confidence and continue to develop as a law firm. With a stable Management Board, we can drive forward ongoing projects in a targeted manner and strengthen our position as a modern, future-oriented law firm. Our focus is on enabling targeted growth – for our clients through reliable, first-class advice and for our teams through an environment that promotes development and creates prospects," says Stefan Tiefenthaler.