Karman Space & Defense Sets Virtual-Only Annual Shareholder Meeting Date and Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$KRMN #AUV—Karman Space & Defense (“Karman”, “Karman Holdings Inc.” or “the Company”) (NYSE: KRMN), a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space, today announced it will host a virtual-only Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9:00 am PST.

Shareholders of record at the close of business on March 5, 2026, are entitled to notice of, and to vote at, the Annual Meeting. Nominations of persons for election to Karman’s Board of Directors or the proposal of other business to be considered by the stockholders at the 2026 Annual Meeting may be properly brought by any stockholder that meets the requirements under Karman’s bylaws. Such notice must be submitted in proper form and in writing to the Corporate Secretary at Karman’s principal executive office not later than 5:00 p.m. PST on February 14, 2026.

The Company also announced its participation in the following upcoming investor conferences:

• TD Cowen’s 47th Annual Aerospace & Defense Conference, February 11, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia
• Citi’s 2026 Global Industrial Tech and Mobility Conference, February 18, 2026, in Miami, Florida
• Barclays 43rd Annual Industrial Select Conference, February 19, 2026, in Miami, Florida
• Raymond James 47th Annual Institutional Investors Conference, March 3, 2026, in Orlando, Florida

Links to conference presentation webcasts can be found on the Investor section of the Company’s website, https://investors.karman-sd.com/News–Events/events-and-presentations/default.aspx.

ABOUT KARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Hydro/Aerodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting more than 130 space and defense programs. Karman is headquartered in Huntington Beach, CA, with multiple facilities across the United States. For more information, visit our website, www.karman-sd.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We intend all forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and by the use of forward-looking words such as “expect,” “expectation,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “may,” “could,” “intend,” “belief,” “plan,” “estimate,” “target,” “predict,” “likely,” “seek,” “project,” “model,” “ongoing,” “will,” “should,” “forecast,” “outlook” or similar terminology. These statements are based on and reflect our current expectations, estimates, assumptions and/or projections, our perception of historical trends and current conditions, as well as other factors that we believe are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are neither predictions nor guarantees of future events, circumstances or performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. There can be no assurance that our expectations, estimates, assumptions and/or projections, including with respect to the future earnings and performance or capital structure of Karman, will prove to be correct or that any of our expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved.

Numerous factors could cause our actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, that the transaction described in this press release is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals and there is no assurance that such conditions will be satisfied and that such approvals will be obtained; we may face unforeseen challenges in integrating the Seemann and MSC businesses into Karman and realizing the anticipated operational and strategic benefits of the transaction; a significant portion of our revenue is generated from contracts with the United States military and U.S. military spending is dependent upon the U.S. defense budget; U.S. government contracts are subject to a competitive bidding process that can consume significant resources without generating any revenue; our business and operations expose us to numerous legal and regulatory requirements, and any violation of these requirements could materially adversely affect our business, results of operations, prospects and financial condition; our inability to adequately enforce and protect our intellectual property or defend against assertions of infringement could prevent or restrict our ability to compete; and we have in the past consummated acquisitions and intend to continue to pursue acquisitions, and our business may be adversely affected if we cannot consummate acquisitions on satisfactory terms, or if we cannot effectively integrate acquired operations. Readers and/or attendees are directed to the risk factors identified in the filings we make with the SEC from time to time, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov under Karman Holdings Inc.

The forward-looking statements included in this announcement are only made as of the date of this announcement. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable law.

No Solicitation

This communication is not intended to be, and shall not constitute, a solicitation of any vote or approval of the matters to be considered by the stockholders at the 2026 Annual Meeting. Karman will file proxy solicitation material with the SEC prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting, which will include a proxy statement, a form of proxy card and Karman’s 2025 Annual Report. Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or a full copy of the definitive proxy materials will be mailed to Karman stockholders of record on March 5, 2026. This press release is not a substitute for the proxy statement or any other document that Karman may file with the SEC with respect to any solicitation of proxies for the 2026 Annual Meeting. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ KARMAN’S PROXY STATEMENT AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE FILED WITH THE SEC (AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THOSE DOCUMENTS) CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2026 ANNUAL MEETING. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the proxy statement and the 2026 Annual Report as well as other documents containing important information about Karman and the 2026 Annual Meeting, once such documents are filed with the SEC through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov. Copies of the proxy statement, the annual report and other documents about the 2026 Annual Meeting filed with the SEC by Karman may be obtained free of charge on Karman’s website at https://investors.karman-sd.com/overview/default.aspx or, alternatively, by directing a request by mail to Karman’s Corporate Secretary.

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