<p><em>$101 億美元交易以支持 Castrol 的下一個增長階段</em></p>
<p>倫敦和紐約 --（商業新聞）--Stonepeak，一家專注於基礎設施和真實資產的領先另類投資公司，今天宣佈達成協議，從 BP p.l.c.（“bp”）（紐約證券交易所：BP）（倫敦證券交易所：BP）收購 Castrol（或 “公司”）的控股多數股權，此次交易對該業務的企業價值約為 101 億美元。bp 將在交易中保留對 Castrol 的 35% 少數股權。作為交易的一部分，加拿大養老金計劃投資委員會（“CPP Investments”）將投資高達 10.5 億美元以支持此次交易，從而間接持有 Castrol 的股份。</p>
<p>Castrol 是全球最大的潤滑油供應商之一，服務於消費者汽車客户以及商業和工業終端市場。作為大型多元化全球成品潤滑油市場的重要組成部分，Castrol 與客户和消費者緊密合作，開發和供應針對特定應用的高性能潤滑油。公司通過大約 20 個調和廠和全球 150 個國家的 100 多個第三方設施和倉庫，生產和銷售發動機油、工業液體和潤滑脂。應用案例包括為首架噴氣式航空公司 Concorde 提供服務、超過 60 年的太空任務以及眾多專業汽車和摩托車賽車隊，確立了 Castrol 歷史悠久且值得信賴的品牌形象。公司的產品因其高性能、優質和尖端技術而在全球範圍內得到認可，並由數千名專業人才的全球團隊提供支持。</p>
<p>“潤滑油是一種關鍵產品，對於世界上幾乎每一輛車輛、機器和工業過程的安全和高效運行至關重要，” Stonepeak 的高級董事總經理兼能源部門聯席負責人 Anthony Borreca 表示。“Castrol126 年的歷史造就了其領先的市場地位、標誌性品牌以及一系列差異化產品，為客户提供了重要價值。我們期待與 Castrol 的優秀員工合作，並在 bp 作為少數股東的持續指導下，支持業務的持續增長。”</p>
<p>“我們非常高興 Stonepeak 作為合作伙伴加入 Castrol。Stonepeak 的資本支持、能源行業專業知識以及與提供基本服務的類似公司的合作經驗，將極大地促進業務的創新和增長，” Castrol 全球首席執行官 Michelle Jou 表示。“此次交易反映了我們對未來投資的承諾，併為 Castrol 創造新的增長和成功機會，我們為 Stonepeak 與我們共同分享對業務的願景而感到自豪，因為我們邁出了旅程的下一步。”</p>
<p>CPP Investments 的董事總經理、可持續能源部門負責人 Bill Rogers 對此次投資評論道：“Castrol 是一家高質量的全球企業，處於能源和工業經濟的核心。其尖端創新和優質品牌使其在電動車到數據中心等新興應用中佔據良好位置。我們與 Stonepeak 的投資與我們支持對能源系統至關重要的企業的戰略相一致。我們相信，Castrol 強大的市場地位和多元化的增長機會將為 CPP 基金帶來有吸引力的風險調整回報。”</p>
<p>該交易預計將在 2026 年底之前完成，需獲得慣例監管批准。Simpson Thacher &amp; Bartlett LLP 和 DLA Piper 擔任法律顧問，Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton &amp; Garrison LLP 擔任融資顧問，UBS 擔任 Stonepeak 的財務顧問。</p>
<p>除了今天的公告外，UBS Securities India Private Limited 作為 MTO 的管理者，發佈了關於對 Castrol India Limited 公眾股東的強制性要約（“MTO”）的公告，符合印度收購法典。MTO 將在 Castrol 交易完成後進行。相關細節已包含在印度證券交易委員會網站上的公告中。Khaitan &amp; Co 從印度法律角度擔任法律顧問。</p>
<p><strong>關於 Stonepeak</strong></p>
<p>Stonepeak 是一家領先的另類投資公司，專注於基礎設施和真實資產，管理資產約 800 億美元。通過對全球防禦性硬資產業務的投資，Stonepeak 旨在為投資者和投資組合公司創造價值，重點關注下行保護和強勁的風險調整回報。作為私募股權和信貸投資工具的贊助商，Stonepeak 提供資本、運營支持和承諾合作，以推動其目標行業的投資增長，包括數字基礎設施、能源及能源轉型、運輸和物流以及房地產。Stonepeak 總部位於紐約，在休斯頓、華盛頓特區、倫敦、香港、首爾、新加坡、悉尼、東京、阿布扎比和利雅得設有辦事處。有關更多信息，請訪問 www.stonepeak.com。</p>
<p><strong>關於 Castrol</strong></p>
<p>Castrol 是全球領先的潤滑油品牌之一，擁有創新和推動先驅夢想的光榮傳統。我們對性能的熱情，加上與合作伙伴共同工作的理念，使 Castrol 能夠開發出潤滑油和潤滑脂，這些產品在過去 125 年中一直是陸地、空中、海洋和太空眾多技術成就的核心。</p>
<p>嘉實多是英國石油集團的一部分，服務於汽車、海洋、工業和能源領域的客户和消費者。我們的品牌產品因創新和高性能而在全球範圍內得到認可，這得益於我們對優質和尖端技術的承諾。欲瞭解更多信息，請訪問：www.castrol.com</p>
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<p><strong>關於 Stonepeak：</strong></p>
<p>Kate Beers / Maya Brounstein</p>
<p>corporatecomms@stonepeak.com</p>
<p>+1 (646) 540-5225</p>
<p>來源：Stonepeak</p>

英國石油

<p>Stonepeak，一家投資公司，將以 101 億美元收購 BP 所持的 Castrol 大部分股份。BP 將保留 35% 的股份。此次交易得到了 CPP Investments 的支持，旨在推動 Castrol 的增長。Castrol 是一家領先的潤滑油供應商，以其高性能產品而聞名。該交易預計將在 2026 年前完成，需待監管機構的批准。交易完成後，將對 Castrol India Limited 發起強制性收購要約</p>

<p><em>$10.1 billion transaction to support Castrol’s next phase of growth</em></p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p><em>$101 億美元交易以支持 Castrol 的下一個增長階段</em></p>
</div><p>LONDON &amp; NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, today announced an agreement to acquire a majority controlling interest in Castrol (or “the Company”), a global leader in lubricants, from BP p.l.c. (“bp”) (NYSE: BP) (LON: BP), in a transaction valuing the business at an enterprise value of approximately $10.1 billion. bp will retain a 35% minority interest in Castrol as part of the transaction. In connection with the transaction, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (“CPP Investments”) will invest up to USD$1.05 billion in support of the transaction, resulting in an indirect stake in Castrol.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>倫敦和紐約 --（商業新聞）--Stonepeak，一家專注於基礎設施和真實資產的領先另類投資公司，今天宣佈達成協議，從 BP p.l.c.（“bp”）（紐約證券交易所：BP）（倫敦證券交易所：BP）收購 Castrol（或 “公司”）的控股多數股權，此次交易對該業務的企業價值約為 101 億美元。bp 將在交易中保留對 Castrol 的 35% 少數股權。作為交易的一部分，加拿大養老金計劃投資委員會（“CPP Investments”）將投資高達 10.5 億美元以支持此次交易，從而間接持有 Castrol 的股份。</p>
</div><p>Castrol is one of the largest lubricants providers globally and serves consumer automotive customers, as well as commercial and industrial end markets. As an embedded part of the large and diversified global finished lubricants market, Castrol works closely with its customers and consumers to develop and supply highly engineered lubricants for specific applications. The Company manufactures and markets engine oils, industrial fluids, and greases through approximately 20 blending plants and more than 100 third-party facilities and warehouses worldwide across 150 countries. Applications have included servicing the first jet airline, the Concorde, space missions for over 60 years, and many professional auto and bike racing teams, establishing Castrol’s historic and trusted brand identity. The Company’s products are recognized globally for their high performance, premium quality, and use of cutting-edge technology, and are supported by a global workforce of thousands of skilled professionals.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>Castrol 是全球最大的潤滑油供應商之一，服務於消費者汽車客户以及商業和工業終端市場。作為大型多元化全球成品潤滑油市場的重要組成部分，Castrol 與客户和消費者緊密合作，開發和供應針對特定應用的高性能潤滑油。公司通過大約 20 個調和廠和全球 150 個國家的 100 多個第三方設施和倉庫，生產和銷售發動機油、工業液體和潤滑脂。應用案例包括為首架噴氣式航空公司 Concorde 提供服務、超過 60 年的太空任務以及眾多專業汽車和摩托車賽車隊，確立了 Castrol 歷史悠久且值得信賴的品牌形象。公司的產品因其高性能、優質和尖端技術而在全球範圍內得到認可，並由數千名專業人才的全球團隊提供支持。</p>
</div><p>“Lubricants are a mission-critical product, which are essential to the safe and efficient functioning of virtually every vehicle, machine, and industrial process in the world,” said Anthony Borreca, Senior Managing Director and Co-Head of Energy at Stonepeak. “Castrol’s 126-year heritage has created a leading market position, an iconic brand, and a portfolio of differentiated products that deliver meaningful value to its customers. We are excited to work alongside Castrol’s talented employees, coupled with bp’s continued guidance as a minority interest holder, as we support the business’s continued growth.”</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>“潤滑油是一種關鍵產品，對於世界上幾乎每一輛車輛、機器和工業過程的安全和高效運行至關重要，” Stonepeak 的高級董事總經理兼能源部門聯席負責人 Anthony Borreca 表示。“Castrol126 年的歷史造就了其領先的市場地位、標誌性品牌以及一系列差異化產品，為客户提供了重要價值。我們期待與 Castrol 的優秀員工合作，並在 bp 作為少數股東的持續指導下，支持業務的持續增長。”</p>
</div><p>“We are thrilled to have Stonepeak join us as a partner in Castrol. Stonepeak’s capital support, energy sector expertise, and experience working with similar companies that provide essential services will be immensely additive in helping the business to innovate and grow,” said Michelle Jou, Global CEO of Castrol. “This transaction reflects our commitment to investing in the future and creating new opportunities for growth and success at Castrol, and we are proud that Stonepeak shares in our vision for the business as we take the next step in our journey.”</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>“我們非常高興 Stonepeak 作為合作伙伴加入 Castrol。Stonepeak 的資本支持、能源行業專業知識以及與提供基本服務的類似公司的合作經驗，將極大地促進業務的創新和增長，” Castrol 全球首席執行官 Michelle Jou 表示。“此次交易反映了我們對未來投資的承諾，併為 Castrol 創造新的增長和成功機會，我們為 Stonepeak 與我們共同分享對業務的願景而感到自豪，因為我們邁出了旅程的下一步。”</p>
</div><p>Commenting on the investment, Bill Rogers, Managing Director, Head of Sustainable Energies at CPP Investments said, “Castrol is a high‑quality, global business at the heart of the energy and industrial economy. Its cutting-edge innovations and premium brand position it well for a growing role in emerging applications, from electric vehicles to data centres. Our investment alongside Stonepeak aligns with our strategy of backing businesses that are essential to the energy system. We believe Castrol’s strong market position and diversified growth opportunities will deliver attractive risk‑adjusted returns for the CPP Fund.”</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>CPP Investments 的董事總經理、可持續能源部門負責人 Bill Rogers 對此次投資評論道：“Castrol 是一家高質量的全球企業，處於能源和工業經濟的核心。其尖端創新和優質品牌使其在電動車到數據中心等新興應用中佔據良好位置。我們與 Stonepeak 的投資與我們支持對能源系統至關重要的企業的戰略相一致。我們相信，Castrol 強大的市場地位和多元化的增長機會將為 CPP 基金帶來有吸引力的風險調整回報。”</p>
</div><p>The transaction is expected to close by end of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals. Simpson Thacher &amp; Bartlett LLP and DLA Piper served as legal counsel, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton &amp; Garrison LLP served as financing counsel, and UBS served as financial advisor to Stonepeak.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>該交易預計將在 2026 年底之前完成，需獲得慣例監管批准。Simpson Thacher &amp; Bartlett LLP 和 DLA Piper 擔任法律顧問，Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton &amp; Garrison LLP 擔任融資顧問，UBS 擔任 Stonepeak 的財務顧問。</p>
</div><p>In addition to the announcement today, an announcement in respect of a mandatory tender offer (“MTO”) to the public shareholders of Castrol India Limited, in accordance with the Indian takeover code was published by UBS Securities India Private Limited as manager in respect of the MTO. The MTO will be proceeded with only upon completion of the Castrol transaction. The relevant details have been included in the Public Announcement on the Securities and Exchange Board of India website. Khaitan &amp; Co served as legal counsel from an Indian law perspective.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>除了今天的公告外，UBS Securities India Private Limited 作為 MTO 的管理者，發佈了關於對 Castrol India Limited 公眾股東的強制性要約（“MTO”）的公告，符合印度收購法典。MTO 將在 Castrol 交易完成後進行。相關細節已包含在印度證券交易委員會網站上的公告中。Khaitan &amp; Co 從印度法律角度擔任法律顧問。</p>
</div><p><strong>About Stonepeak</strong></p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p><strong>關於 Stonepeak</strong></p>
</div><p>Stonepeak is a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets with approximately $80 billion of assets under management. Through its investment in defensive, hard-asset businesses globally, Stonepeak aims to create value for its investors and portfolio companies, with a focus on downside protection and strong risk-adjusted returns. Stonepeak, as sponsor of private equity and credit investment vehicles, provides capital, operational support, and committed partnership to grow investments in its target sectors, which include digital infrastructure, energy and energy transition, transport and logistics, and real estate. Stonepeak is headquartered in New York with offices in Houston, Washington, D.C., London, Hong Kong, Seoul, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Abu Dhabi, and Riyadh. For more information, please visit www.stonepeak.com.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>Stonepeak 是一家領先的另類投資公司，專注於基礎設施和真實資產，管理資產約 800 億美元。通過對全球防禦性硬資產業務的投資，Stonepeak 旨在為投資者和投資組合公司創造價值，重點關注下行保護和強勁的風險調整回報。作為私募股權和信貸投資工具的贊助商，Stonepeak 提供資本、運營支持和承諾合作，以推動其目標行業的投資增長，包括數字基礎設施、能源及能源轉型、運輸和物流以及房地產。Stonepeak 總部位於紐約，在休斯頓、華盛頓特區、倫敦、香港、首爾、新加坡、悉尼、東京、阿布扎比和利雅得設有辦事處。有關更多信息，請訪問 www.stonepeak.com。</p>
</div><p><strong>About Castrol</strong></p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p><strong>關於 Castrol</strong></p>
</div><p>Castrol, one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, has a proud heritage of innovation and fuelling the dreams of pioneers. Our passion for performance, combined with a philosophy of working in partnership, has enabled Castrol to develop lubricants and greases that have been at the heart of numerous technological feats on land, air, sea, and space for over 125 years.</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>Castrol 是全球領先的潤滑油品牌之一，擁有創新和推動先驅夢想的光榮傳統。我們對性能的熱情，加上與合作伙伴共同工作的理念，使 Castrol 能夠開發出潤滑油和潤滑脂，這些產品在過去 125 年中一直是陸地、空中、海洋和太空眾多技術成就的核心。</p>
</div><p>Castrol is part of the bp group and serves customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial and energy sectors. Our branded products are recognized globally for innovation and high performance through our commitment to premium quality and cutting-edge technology. For more information, please visit: www.castrol.com</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>嘉實多是英國石油集團的一部分，服務於汽車、海洋、工業和能源領域的客户和消費者。我們的品牌產品因創新和高性能而在全球範圍內得到認可，這得益於我們對優質和尖端技術的承諾。欲瞭解更多信息，請訪問：www.castrol.com</p>
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</div><p><strong>For Stonepeak:</strong></p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p><strong>關於 Stonepeak：</strong></p>
</div><p>Kate Beers / Maya Brounstein</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>Kate Beers / Maya Brounstein</p>
</div><p>corporatecomms@stonepeak.com</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>corporatecomms@stonepeak.com</p>
</div><p>+1 (646) 540-5225</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>+1 (646) 540-5225</p>
</div><p>Source: Stonepeak</p>
<div class="lb-trans"><p>來源：Stonepeak</p>
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