BALLERUP, Denmark, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LiqTech International, Inc. (NASDAQ:LIQT), a leading clean technology company specializing in advanced filtration systems, today announced the appointment of Bob Wowk to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Wowk has over 30 years of experience as a finance and business development executive principally in the industrial gas business and renewable energy sectors. Wowk spent over 20 years with Linde, Gulf Cryo and Air Products in global senior financial roles before transitioning to CFO roles over the last 10 years with small and mid-size companies involved in solar, waste-to-energy, lithium and H2 including sPower/AES, EnergyX and HydroGraph. He has proven success at scaling technology companies and leading multiple financing rounds in public and private markets. Wowk holds an M.B.A. in finance from The Wharton Graduate School of Business and a civil engineering degree from Lafayette College.

"We are pleased to welcome Bob to the Board of Directors," said Alexander. J. Buehler, Chairman of the Board of Directors of LiqTech International. "His deep experience in industrial applications and his global perspective will be invaluable as we continue to execute our growth strategy and strengthen our position in key markets."

Mr. Wowk commented, "I am honored to join LiqTech's Board at this important time in the Company's development. LiqTech's innovative filtration technologies address critical environmental challenges, and I look forward to working with the Board and management team to support the Company's long-term strategy and value creation."

About LiqTech International, Inc.

LiqTech International, Inc. is a clean technology company that manufactures and markets highly specialized filtration products and systems for liquid and gas applications. Founded in 2000, LiqTech's patented SiC membranes are designed to treat the most challenging fluids in industrial and municipal water, marine scrubber, and oil & gas applications.

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LiqTech Company Contact

Susan Keegan Elleskov

Head of Marketing

LiqTech International, Inc.

Phone: +45 31315941

www.liqtech.com

LiqTech Investor Contact

Robert Blum

Lytham Partners, LLC

Phone: (602) 889-9700

liqt@lythampartners.com

www.lythampartners.com

LiqTech International Appoints Bob Wowk to Board of Directors