Disclaimer

The Annual Report contains forward-looking statements, specifically in the “Outlook” section, relating to changes in demand for natural gas, investment plans, future management performance and the execution of projects. Such statements are, by their very nature, subject to risk and uncertainty as they depend on whether future events and developments take place. The actual results may therefore differ from those forecast as a result of several factors: trends in natural gas demand, supply and price, actual operating performance, general macroeconomic conditions, geopolitical factors such as international conflicts, the effect of new energy and environmental legislation, the successful development and implementation of new technologies, changes in stakeholders’ expectations and other changes in business conditions.