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Ecopetrol Resumes Tender Offer for Brava Energia S.A.

Ecopetrol S.A., headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, has announced the resumption of its voluntary tender offer (OPAV) in Brazil to acquire a controlling stake of 25% in Brava Energia S.A. The move comes as Ecopetrol aims to further solidify its position within the electricity market in South America, particularly focusing on the Brazilian sector where it has been actively expanding its operations.

On July 20, 2026, Ecopetrol's Brazilian subsidiary, Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil LTDA, published the revised offer document on the B3 Securities Exchange in Brazil. This document outlines the necessary terms and conditions based on recommendations from the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM) detailed in Official Letter No. 160/2026/CVM/SRE/GER-1. The tender offer encompasses the acquisition of approximately 116,110,717 common shares of Brava Energia S.A. (B3 BRAV3), enhancing Ecopetrol’s foothold in the region.

The tender offer is set to remain open until August 5, 2026, and an auction will occur on that date. The execution of this acquisition is contingent on certain regulatory requirements and specific conditions as indicated in the published offer document. Following the auction, Ecopetrol plans to disclose the results alongside any significant developments related to the transaction.

Ecopetrol is recognized as Colombia's largest enterprise and serves as one of the leading integrated energy firms in the Americas. With a dedicated workforce spanning over 19,000 employees, the company significantly contributes to Colombia’s hydrocarbons market, handling more than 60% of the country's production. Ecopetrol has also been actively involved in several strategic acquisitions and expansions, including a noteworthy 51.4% acquisition of ISA shares, allowing it to partake in numerous sectors, including energy transmission and operational management.

Internationally, Ecopetrol is involved in drilling and exploration operations across key basins in the United States, Brazil, and Mexico, which positions it strategically within the energy landscape. It also maintains a solid presence in the telecommunications and power transmission businesses throughout Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia.

The acquisition of Brava Energia S.A. is anticipated to strengthen Ecopetrol's capabilities and market share in Brazil’s energy sector. By focusing on enhancing its infrastructure and operational capabilities, including participation in the strategic energy services market, Ecopetrol aims to adapt to the evolving energy landscape, which increasingly demands sustainable and efficient solutions.

While this announcement demonstrates Ecopetrol's commitment to its growth objectives, it also highlights the company's proactive approach to meeting the challenges and opportunities in the energy sector. In light of recent uncertainties in the global oil market, characterized by fluctuating prices and geopolitical factors, securing stakes in regional firms is considered a strategic maneuver to stabilize its revenue streams.

Ecopetrol’s management remains vigilant about potential risks associated with these forward-looking statements, acknowledging the minimum impact of market prices, exploration performance, regulations, and changes in Colombia’s economic landscape on their operations. They do not intend to commit to updating these statements unless necessary, affirming their dedication to transparency in their ongoing ventures.

Overall, Ecopetrol's resumption of the tender offer paves the way for potential growth and expansion, setting the stage for the company’s next chapter in consolidating its influence in the Latin American energy market while navigating the complexities of the global economic environment of 2026.