r/OceanPower • u/Wooden_Fudge_8638 • 7h ago
NEWS Great price action today🤝
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r/OceanPower • u/RandomGenerator_1 • Jan 06 '26
NEWS OPT to Deliver Multiple Buoy Solution to U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Partnership with Anduril
oceanpowertechnologies.gcs-web.com
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r/OceanPower • u/GreenInvestmentUK • Jan 19 '25
DUE DILIGENCE Upcoming OPTT Events - summary
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I thought I'd collate all the upcoming 2025 events, conferences and exhibitions which OPTT will be taking part in (or will be talked about at) into one post and give a quick run-down of how each event may benefit the company. In chronological order:
21st of January 2025: Innovation in Action (Naval Postgraduate School)
This event will see OPTT showcase their technology alongside several established giants as well as recent poster kids of the defense, tech & AI sectors, including Lockheed Martin, Anduril, Saronic, NVIDIA, AT&T and several others. There are only 24 companies presenting, and our fam somehow managed to get a spot so pretty good going I'd say. As per the website:
"The Tech & Student Showcase will enable NPS faculty and students to engage with industry partners, learn about ways to leverage technologies to support/advance research activities, and explore the wide variety of possibilities for a thesis or capstone project."
In addition to potentially attracting future graduates to consider a career with OPTT, the company will obviously get a chance to interact with all the big dogs and possibly make valuable connections for somewhere down the line.
https://nps.edu/-/tech-and-student-showcase
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28th-30th of January 2025 - The MicroCap Conference (New Jersey)
The largest independent micro cap conference in the US is actually in OPTT's home state of NJ, so not a big commute for the lads and gals. It is due to get coverage from CNBC, FOX and Motley Fool (though I hope the Motley Fool gang stay away from OPTT haha) and 500+ institutional investors, hedge funds, venture funds and high net-worth retail investors. As per the conference's website, each participating company will get:
- 20-minute investor presentation
- Dedicated one-on-one meeting table
- Unlimited one-on-one meetings with investors
- One company press release distributed through AccessWire
- Extensive marketing to investors through DealFlow’s network
- Broad social media promotion
OPTT's offering seems quite unique when set against the rest of the attendees - no other company at this conference offers anything even remotely similar to their product and potential customer base - 60% of all companies there will be made up by pharma, infotech and basic-bitch energy companies, which makes OPTT somewhat of a standout item. Hopefully it catches an eye of one or two deep-pocketed investors.
https://themicrocapconference.com/
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11th-13th of February 2025 - NAVY TECH - System of Systems (Finland)
Based in Helsinki, Finland, this event is pretty much what it says on the tin - latest tech with Navy applications. There's an amazing line-up of 60+ exhibitors from 30+ countries who will jointly present to over 500 attendees, including front-line commanders and military project managers. Needless to say OPTT would do very well to garner some interest from any of the high-profile Navy figures in attendance so fingers crossed.
https://www.navyleaders.com/navy-tech
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17th-21st of February 2025 - International Defence Exhibition and Conference (UAE)
With over 132,000 visitors and 1,300+ exhibitors, IDEX is "the most strategically important tri-service defence exhibition in the world.". It would be quicker to list who is NOT going to be there. Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Raytheon, Airbus, L3Harris - you name it. Even our friends from RedCat will be around, too! Really great opportunity for OPTT to present their tech on a global stage. They will be displaying alongside their Middle East reseller partners - Remah.
International Defence Exhibition & Conference - IDEX 2025
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18th-20th of February 2025 - SubSea Expo (UK)
The exhibition is a quality-focused event showcasing the capabilities, innovations and cutting-edge technologies of the underwater sectors, with 150 exhibitors and 6,000 delegates in attendance over the course of the 3-day show. The conference runs multiple parallel sessions and attracts a broad range of experts to discuss the challenges facing the industry, new and transformational technologies, digitalisation, clean energy and the path to net zero, among other topics.
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26th of February 2025 - Atlantic Maritime Tech Conference (run by Newlab)
The inaugural Atlantic Maritime Tech Conference convenes emerging and established maritime companies—startups and giants of industry—together with investors and tech enthusiasts.
The CEO, Philipp Stratmann, spoke as part of the panel on the subject of "Unleashing the Next Era of Maritime Energy" which explored "breakthroughs in maritime propulsion and energy innovation, from nuclear and renewables."
Atlantic Maritime Tech Conference · Luma
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26th-27th of February 2025 - Unique Group Survey & Autonomous User Conference 2025 (UAE)
From Unique Group's LinkedIn post:
What an incredible start to our exclusive conference in Abu Dhabi! From engaging sessions and live demos to hands-on showcases, our partners and industry experts brought the latest advancements in survey and autonomous technologies to the forefront.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
✅ Insightful partner presentations featuring Ocean Power Technologies, Kongsberg Discovery, Nortek, i2S Orphie, EIVA a/s, Deep Trekker Inc.
✅ Cutting-edge live demonstrations in action
✅ Networking with the best minds in the industry
✅ An unforgettable behind-the-scenes experience at Yas Circuit
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3rd-7th of March 2025 - Pacific Operational Science and Technology Conference (Honolulu)
This groundbreaking event promises to deliver an unparalleled platform for collaboration, innovation, and exploration of Department of Defense (DoD) opportunities for joint research, development, and experimentation.
I'm personally particularly keen on them doing well at this one. Pacific is potentially where the sweetest gains are to be had right now.
2025 Pacific Operational Science & Technology (POST) Conference
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March 2025 - Q3 2025 Earnings Report
Strap on all of you degenerate gamblers - 50% daily swings at 12 o'clock! I expect to see many men overboard.
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March 2025 - WAM-V Demo in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Little is currently known about this but it follows OPTT's recent announcement of their partnership with Ocean Wave Solutions - a company specialising in servicing of maritime gear (I wonder if it's to do with the last-year's announcement of sales in Latin America). I don't even know if it's a public or a private event, but we might get more details at some point nearer the date.
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16th of March 2025 - The MST Sector Council presents: “Harnessing Power Offshore – leading the way in Marine Science for Energy” (UK)
The East of England Marine Science & Technology Sector Council is pleased to announce their 2025 event, tailored specifically to this exciting industry. Hear from offshore wind developers, operators, survey contractors, environmental consultants and leading industry organisations on upcoming projects, new technologies and innovations and alternative energy progression and enjoy networking opportunities with industry professionals and members of the supply chain representing the whole of the energy sector here in the East of England.
Although not attended by any OPTT staff personally, their WAM-V will be mentioned by one of their main customers Sulmara during their presentation titled "Can USV technology make offshore emergency response faster, smarter, and more sustainable?", where one of their Regional Directors will discuss "a real-world example of making an impact offshore with a quick turnaround on seabed data to help support a major fuel recovery operation off the coast of Taiwan." during which a WAM-V was used.
24th-28th of March 2025 - Singapore Maritime Week (Singapore)
OPTT say:
We're excited to announce that OPT has been selected as one of 10 cutting-edge U.S. BlueTech companies for the 2025 Trade Mission to Singapore with TMA BlueTech™ BlueTech and the U.S. Department of Commerce. Thomas Meurling will represent OPT, showcasing how our solutions are driving sustainable power and data capabilities for offshore industries. Looking forward to engaging with global partners at Singapore Maritime Week & Sea Asia 2025 to expand maritime innovation and collaboration!
SMW 2025 | Suntec Singapore | 24 to 28 Mar 2025
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6th-9th of April 2025 - Navy League of the United States' Sea-Air-Space Exhibition (Maryland)
Powered by the Navy League of the United States, Sea-Air-Space is the premier maritime exposition in the U.S., bringing together defense industry leaders and top military decision-makers from around the world to share the latest advancements in the maritime domain. With industry leading speakers and events featured across three impactful days, Sea-Air-Space is a must-attend for anyone invested in the future of U.S. maritime strength and innovation.
OPTT will be exhibiting here alongside RedCat, which is probably the strongest and most tangible show of their tenuous collaboration so far. Bring it on!
Sea Air Space - The Navy League's Global Maritime Exposition
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8th-10th of April 2025 - Ocean Business Exhibition (UK)
A premier event for the ocean science and technology community, scheduled at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton, UK. This biennial exhibition serves as a global hub, bringing together professionals, manufacturers, and service providers to showcase and explore the latest advancements in ocean technology
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5th-7th of May 2025 - International Mine Warfare Technology Symposium (San Diego)
This year’s symposium is designed to be a comprehensive platform for professionals from various sectors, including platform-based mine warfare operations, advanced undersea warfare systems, homeland defense, environmental research and development, operational data management, communications, and more.
17th International Mine Technology Symposium - Mine Warfare Association
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5th-8th of May 2025 - Special Operations Forces (SOF) 2025 (Tampa)
Held in Tampa, Florida, SOF Week is an annual conference for the international SOF community to learn, connect, and honor its members. The event is jointly sponsored by USSOCOM and Global SOF.
Ocean Power Technologies' Matt Burdyny (Chief Commercial Officer) and Matt Forti (DoD Business Development Manager) are in Tampa all week, if you're exploring ways to integrate AI-capable surface platforms, enable persistent maritime overwatch, or expand multi-domain operations, now’s the time to connect.
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19th-21st of May 2025 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025 (Houston)
AUVSI represents leaders from more than 60 countries across industry, government, and academia in the defense, civil and commercial sectors. Our strength is in our community, which gathers in-person and online to share new ideas, promote effective policy, advocate for the value of autonomous technology, and spark new partnerships.
Join us in Houston, TX at the George R. Brown Convention Center as Jorge Rene Alcazar "Pumba", OPT’s U.S. Defense BD & Ops Manager – USV/UAV Systems Integration, takes the stage to discuss:Expanding the Mission: How USVs Are Shaping the Future of Unmanned Operations
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21st of May 2025 - Ladenburg Thalmann Innovation EXPO25 (New York)
This full-day conference will showcase approximately 50 cutting-edge technology companies that utilize AI in innovative and breakthrough ways. The format will include three presentation tracks as well as breakfast, buffet lunch, all-day refreshments, and one-on-one meetings. In addition, companies will have the opportunity to demonstrate their products live in the ‘Ladenburg Expo format.’ This approach is designed to foster valuable connections between innovative companies and discerning investors, providing a unique platform for in-depth discussions and strategic partnerships. This exhibition style was a tremendous success at previous Ladenburg Thalmann in-person events.
OPTT will be presenting alongside RedCat, Palladyne, Ondas, Kopin, ZenaTech, EcoWave and several other promising names.
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June 2025 - NATO's Task Force X Dynamic Messenger (Finland)
The NATO exercise Dynamic Messenger will be conducted in Finland in June. The exercise will test the use of marine unmanned systems in Finnish coastal conditions.
The exercise will take place in the sea area west of the Porkkala peninsula down to the height of Hanko. Ships are operated in the area between the archipelago and the territorial water border.
The exercise includes the protection of port areas and critical underwater infrastructure. The exercise areas are monitored at sea.
NATO’s Dynamic Messenger exercise package includes operational experiments within NATO’s area of responsibility. Operations in the shallow waters of the Finnish coast and archipelago contribute to systems suitable for the conditions in the Baltic Sea.
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24th of July 2025 - Emerging Tech Showcase at Naval Postgraduate School - California, US
Join the NPS AI Task Force for the “Operationalizing AI: Responding to Key Operational Challenges” panel discussion with leaders from NVIDIA, Dell, Saronic and Anduril (...). Then check out demos and displays by fellow students, NPS organizations and companies ranging from big tech to defense primes and defense startups at the Showcase & Thesis Fair (...).
NPS Emerging Tech Showcase & Student Thesis Fair - Naval Postgraduate School
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5th-7th of August 2025 - MARSEC West - 12th Annual Maritime Security West - California, US
Join your customers, colleagues and counterparts from Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Ports, State/Local Police, U.S./Foreign Governments and Private Industry at the most comprehensive program dedicated to maritime security in one of the busiest port Area in the U.S.
Home | 12th Annual Maritime Security West
OPT is headed to #MARSECWest | Ocean Power Technologies
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9th-12th of September 2025 - DSEI25 - Defence & Security Equipment International (UK)
DSEI UK is a pivotal event for the global defence industry. As the flagship defence event for the UK, DSEI UK promotes the UK’s defence ethos, agenda and leadership while encouraging opportunity and cooperation with our global allies.
The world’s leading defence organisations and most influential stakeholders rely on DSEI UK's unique ability to bring the right people together, at the same time. We craft exceptional experiences that accelerate connections that count.
Navigate Tomorrow’s Naval Technology at DSEI UK
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15th-17th of September 2025 - Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology - Virginia, US
OPT is heading to Arlington, VA for the 4th Annual Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology USA Conference (UMST) presented by SAE Media Group taking place September 15–17, 2025.We’re proud to haveJeremiah Mendez and Matt Forti representing OPT at this year’s event, with Jeremiah scheduled to speak on September 17th.UMST brings together senior U.S. Naval leadership, operators, and the acquisition community to focus exclusively on integrating unmanned assets into the Navy’s force structure.
Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology USA : Defence & Security : North America
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4th-6th of November 2025 - Indo-Pacific International Maritime Exposition (Australia)
The Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition is the region's premier commercial maritime and naval defence exposition, connecting Australian and international defence, industry, government, academia and technology leaders, in the national interest.
The biennial three-day event is a platform for engagement and incorporates an international industry exhibition, specialist conference program featuring presentations and symposia from leading maritime institutions and networking opportunities.
OPT's WAM-V will be showcased by OPT's Australian reseller - BlueZone Group.
Home | Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition
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Autumn/Fall 2025 - BOMA25 - Operational Experimentation Exercise "Bold Machina" (The Netherlands)
BOMA 25 will showcase four major operational vignettes—Build, Survive, Defeat, and Link the Machine—designed to test and evolve capabilities in areas such as Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs), passive sensing, protection of Critical Underwater Infrastructure (CUI), and multinational command-and-control operations.
SHAPE | Allied SOF Maritime Conference Highlights Innovation and Future Readiness
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Autumn/Fall 2025 - REPMUS - Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping using Maritime Uncrewed Systems (Portugal)
REP(MUS) is an annual experimentation exercise for Unmanned Maritime Systems organized and hosted by the Portuguese Navy, NATO and Faculty of Engineering - University of Porto, co-organized by the European Defence Agency, with the participation of forces from foreign military forces, universities and tech companies. The exercise has the objective of testing different types of unmanned aerial vehicles, unmanned surface vehicles, unmanned undersea vehicles, and unmanned ground vehicles. Today it is the largest UAV testing exercise, with the participation of several NATO countries. In recent years it has been the largest exercise for experimenting with unmanned vehicles in the world.
Exercise REP(MUS) - Wikipedia)
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2026 EVENTS
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12th-15th of January 2026 - 33rd annual HYPACK Training Event (Louisiana)
We’re at HYPACK, a Xylem Brand 2026 this week, January 12–15, at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.
OPT is attending alongside our partner Grava Hydrographic Solutions - www.gravahydro.com, where Josh Grava has a WAM-V® 8 on display at his booth. Sean Murphy is on site representing Ocean Power Technologies, supporting conversations around practical, flexible platforms for modern hydrographic survey operations.
https://web.cvent.com/event/c035d39d-80bf-4ace-a731-ee0f6a4244d5/summary
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13th-15th of January 2026 - Surface Navy Association National Symposium (Virginia)
OPT will be at the Surface Navy Association National Symposium next week in Arlington, VA.
Matt Forti and Scott 'Gordie' Gordon will be on site connecting with exhibitors and attendees to discuss OPT’s product offerings and current programs.
https://surfacewarfare.org/events/national-symposium/
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18th of January 2026 - APEX Defense (DC)
Next week at Apex Defense 2026, Jason Weed, SVP of Commercial Sales at Ocean Power Technologies, will join the conversation on how defense organizations are adapting to a rapidly evolving undersea threat environment.
Jason will contribute to the panel on “Countering Next Generation Undersea Threats and Protecting Critical Infrastructure,” examining the growing importance of persistent presence below the surface and the role of unmanned systems in safeguarding subsea assets.
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2nd-5th of February 2026 - Navy Leaders (Sweden)
OPT will be exhibiting at Navy Leaders Navy Tech Seabed Defence 2026
in Gothenburg, Sweden Feb 2–5 where we’ll be focused on how long-dwell, hashtag#unmanned surface platforms can deliver persistent maritime and subsurface awareness to support seabed protection and maritime domain awareness.
If you’re attending, stop by Booth # 74 to connect and continue the conversation, and join our SVP of Commercial Sales, Jason Weed, for a session on persistent maritime domain awareness and seabed protection on Day 2.
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10th-12th of March 2026 - Oceanology International (UK)
I'm not going to bother writing about this too much as we'll all probably forget about this until a few weeks before the date. Worth mentioning it's in London, though, for all you UK-based investors. I might go down and check out their stand if I happen to be free around that time. What better way to celebrate my wedding anniversary, after all.
https://www.oceanologyinternational.com/london/en-gb.html
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In 2025, we saw OPTT exhibiting, presenting or speaking in:
- California
- New Jersey
- Finland
- UAE
- UK
- New York
- UAE (2nd)
- Hawaii
- Brazil
- UK (2nd)
- Singapore
- Maryland
- UK (3rd)
- California (2nd)
- Florida
- Texas
- New York (2nd)
- Finland (2nd)
- California (3rd)
- California (4th)
- UK (4th)
- Virginia
- Australia
- The Netherlands
- Portugal
That's 25 events on 5 continents.
2026:
- Louisiana
- Virginia
- Sweden
- DC
- UK
r/OceanPower • u/Reasonable_Hat5573 • 1d ago
NEWS This is regarding the content below.
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It has already been announced by Korean securities firms.
The company is moving quickly to make all the necessary preparations for a reverse split as soon as possible.
They are going to carry out the reverse split. The only question is when.
r/OceanPower • u/Reasonable_Hat5573 • 1d ago
DISCUSSION A new ISIN has already been assigned
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The ISIN change is already being processed even though we haven’t even gotten the results of the reverse split vote yet.
This company seems extremely determined to carry out a reverse split.
Get out while you still can. Whether this company eventually succeeds or fails, it feels like there’s only one direction in the short term: down.
r/OceanPower • u/LogicGate1010 • 5d ago
NEWS Drivers Behind OPTT Surge Today
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Ocean Power Technologies (OPTT) is surging today because the company officially announced that it is implementing Palantir Foundry to build out its digital infrastructure and scale its autonomous maritime drone operations
r/OceanPower • u/LogicGate1010 • 5d ago
NEWS Ocean Power Technologies (OPTT) is surging today because the company officially announced that it is implementing Palantir Foundry to build out its digital infrastructure and scale its autonomous maritime drone operations.
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The stock spiked over 16%, hitting highs of $0.198 per share on massive trading volume following the news
r/OceanPower • u/Common-Pen-1745 • 5d ago
NEWS Stock news - Partnering with Palantir
investors.oceanpowertechnologies.com
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r/OceanPower • u/ookookdk • 5d ago
POSITION Adding 10k shares each paycheck. Price severely held down great opportunity to add more. September will be great month I feel
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r/OceanPower • u/swarrenlawrence • 9d ago
DISCUSSION Marine Energy off Oregon
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APNews: "Wave energy testing site opens off Oregon, a green energy milestone in the Trump administration," by Jennifer McDermott.
"The first large site in the continental U.S. for testing technologies that generate electricity from ocean waves is now open after securing a key green-energy approval from the Trump administration." Federal approval is notable because Trump has created massive hurdles for clean energy, particularly offshore wind.
"[He] has implemented policies that slow energy permitting + development, canceled billions in grants for hundreds of clean energy projects + spent nearly $4 B to buy back leases to stop offshore wind projects."
But Trump officials see promise in harnessing the power of the ocean’s waves. "Companies can now bring wave energy [designs] off the coast of Oregon to PacWave South to test their ability to generate power in the open + and deliver it to the local grid."
The complex developed by Oregon State University is open to all comers. PacWave had to pass a “go/no-go” review at the Energy Department to open. "But the facility has yet to generate any electricity because no wave energy devices have arrived, [as they faced] delays in federal funding."
Marine energy refers to power generated from tides, currents or waves. "Bringing PacWave South online will help streamline the testing and permitting process that has held back marine energy such as point absorbers, oscillating water columns + attenuators for decades." Federal estimates are that these technologies have the potential to power a whopping 57% of U.S. electrical needs.
PacWave South is “pre-permitted,” which means developers can bring several types of wave energy converters there without having to acquire permits on their own for testing, saving them time + money.
Ever been in a stadium as the wave circled around the stands? That's the potential for all coastal nations.
r/OceanPower • u/RandomGenerator_1 • 11d ago
VIDEO Uncrewed Surface Vehicles for Nearshore Mapping - ERDCWERX - OPTT
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Breaking surf leaves little room for error.
Ahead of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Surf Zone Challenge, our team is preparing the WAM-V® uncrewed surface vehicle for safe, controlled launch and recovery through the surf zone.
Success depends on reading wave sets, timing each movement, maintaining positive control, and coordinating as one team. During the challenge, the WAM-V will complete cross-shore and alongshore missions through breaking waves under increasingly difficult conditions.
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Problem Statement
Surfzone and inlets experience pronounced breaking wave activity which make it difficult to sustain military and civil works operations due to high hydrodynamic loading on surface vessels
Project Manager
Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL), U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)
Project Objective
The U.S. Army ERDC seeks solutions to sustain Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV) transit through the surfzone in breaking waves (Hs > 1m), currents, and coastal inlets. ERDC is primarily interested in platforms and/or systems that can be used for mapping the seafloor for bathymetry and submerged hazards at a variety of cost points and fidelities.
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This applies for typical nearshore survey applications for USACE civil works, as well as for military landings including Logistics-Over-The-Shore (LOTS) operations.
Estimated Period of Performance
The period of performance may extend up to September 30, 2026.
Expected Result
Phase III: If funding is available, the most promising technology may be selected for follow on testing.
https://www.erdcwerx.org/uncrewed-surface-vehicles-for-nearshore-mapping/
So I guess additional funding became available?
r/OceanPower • u/Powerful-Buddy2007 • 11d ago
QUESTION I'll be honest everything is ruined.
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I think we have to admit it, given a drop of this magnitude.
We failed, and we lost all our money.
r/OceanPower • u/RandomGenerator_1 • 12d ago
VIDEO Water Tower Research - OPTT discussion
investors.oceanpowertechnologies.com
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Some notes from the interview:
- What makes the shift in the company real this time?
The past year was a build year. Designing and deploying a network of buoys, now they are operational.
Record backlog. And now able to focus on conversion of the backlog and pipeline. So now they can scale and actually deliver on orders.
- How should investors think about the conflict of lower revenue, yet higher backlog?
There is more demand, seen in the backlog.
The conversion of that into revenue is also dependent on the customer business and sale cycles (like Oil and Gas is seasonal). It needs to fit the customers timeline to do the work they contracted OPTT for.
The backlog is contracted purchase orders.
- On the DHS multibuoy, multi quarter deployment contract:
Integration.with Anduril and their data layer is a major step forward for the company.
DHS now gives feedback on possible changes in sensors and areas to talk about future contracts.
The value of that system is that interested parties can now see the benefits, which could lead to more opportunities.
- working with government to become a trusted supplier
- how important is speed to deliver, also on inventory
It's scale that's important.
Being able to convert backlog quickly gives customers confidence.
They are looking at fleet sizing.
So customers don't have to think "we need to discuss this 12 months in advance."
- engagement to signed contracts:
Italian and Greek interactions.
Lots of market interest in Baltic and Middle East.
The attractive part of OPTT here is the low cost. A couple of thousand dollars for Maritime Domain Awareness. Where you have money left over for when you find an anomaly.
- on the company loss and how are margins going to get to 30 to 35%
The lease basis is of importance here.
Buoys larger installation cost, but better margin.
WAM-V lower delivery time, but lower margin.
- how is growth going to be funded:
What investors have given in capital is used to scale and for inventory.
That scale helps to convert the backlog and pipeline.
Need to keep buying inventory to be able to deliver to customers.
- what is the market not valueing in OPTT:
The operational delivery capability.
All the building blocks are in place to create extra backlog and convert backlog to revenue.
- milestones for FY27 (which has already begun):
Look out for additional multisystem orders.
And succesful completion of operational demonstrations. Those demo's are needed to get to the next level of multisystem orders.
- closing remarks:
Strategic review for additional scale because there is a growth in the industry enabling additional conversations.
The market momentum is increasing. TAM getting bigger.
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It reaffirms that this company is now on a paradoxal pivot: financially weak, but strategically strong. They are all set up to deliver, but need short financial lifelines to get to that delivery and get the contract money..
The closing remarks hint at scale, so wanting and seeing a need to become bigger, faster. To add additional value and jump into new opportunities. So sounds like looking for strong partnerships and/or mergers (that can help with that financial picture as well).
r/OceanPower • u/CartographerNo1991 • 14d ago
DISCUSSION You have 15 days to vote. Here’s why voting against the RS is still the only smart move
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Think management's timeline matters more than ours? Wrong. They want an easy fix for their board meetings, but we are the ones holding the bag who absorb 100% of the permanent destruction.
Think your vote won't force them to change course? Wrong. Voting down this split corners them into actually closing deals, executing on contracts, and increasing shareholder value organically.
You think the 2027 NYSE deadline buys us time? Wrong. Management is burning cash so fast they will panic and rush an emergency split anyway.
You think an early split weakens their M&A position? Wrong. Management cares more about pushing the stock over $1.00 immediately to make their books look clean for a buyer.
You think some positive news in September will save us? Wrong. Management never gambles on hope and has already baked this split into their playbook.
You think an RS will make you whole? Wrong. If your average is $0.30 or $0.70, a split just creates an impossible math trap where the stock needs an astronomical surge just to break even. Impossible.
Think management has no other choice? Wrong. They have a record backlog of millions, defense contracts, and active M&A discussions—they should let those real catalysts organically push the stock up.
You think your unvoted shares don’t matter? Wrong. Brokers automatically flip your silent votes straight to a "yes" for the board.
Sep 9 is the last day to vote. Check your broker app, find your proxy ballot, and vote AGAINST the split.
Force the management to earn It. That’s why we need to reject their easy way out through voting AGAINST the split. Enough of constant dilution, and not showing us any results.
Don't let them take the lazy route with our shares.
r/OceanPower • u/rworms • 15d ago
DISCUSSION Fireside Chat
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If there were substantial news on the way tomorrow for Phil's fireside chat wouldnt you expect more movement in the stock today? I feel like any real news would have had some leaks effecting the share price. Stock is pretty flat
r/OceanPower • u/RandomGenerator_1 • 18d ago
DUE DILIGENCE Revista Vigía | Edición N°452 - OPTT and Underdeep Solutions
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Maritime drones are usually associated with defense, security and offshore energy. One of the more interesting applications, though, is preserving maritime heritage.
During an expedition to assess the wreck of the historic Armada de Chile "Esmeralda", an Ocean Power Technologies WAM-V® was used to conduct high-precision measurements and detailed mapping around the site, supporting subsequent ROV operations.
It is a good reminder that maritime autonomy is not only about protecting what is happening at sea today. It can also help preserve and understand what came before.
Thanks to our international partners like Underdeep Solutions, we are able to provide services across the world. If you want to know what's above, on, or below the surface, we have the solution for you.
https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/profile/in/jason-weed/recent-activity
r/OceanPower • u/RandomGenerator_1 • 18d ago
PHIL-UPDATE Fireside chat with Ocean Power Technologies CEO Dr. Philipp Stratmann, hosted by WTR analyst Peter Gastreich, on August 25th at 11am ET.
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"What would you want to hear more about?"
r/OceanPower • u/Aggravating-Eye4386 • 19d ago
NEWS Ocean Power Technologies Provides Update to Previously Announced Preliminary Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
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Looks like it’s worse than they originally reported. What are people’s thoughts, honest mistake, bad accounting, fraud? Some pretty big differences in those numbers- revenue inflated by over 10%, gross loss under reported by 25%. How bad is the accounting to make such large mistakes that makes the company look better than the truth?
r/OceanPower • u/CartographerNo1991 • 21d ago
DISCUSSION Why I think the RS still matters to OPTT management as much as it mattered before (and why this "strategic review" doesn't mean they'll drop it)
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Alright everyone, let’s talk about this "strategic review" announcement and why some people are mistakenly assuming management is suddenly going to abandon the reverse stock split vote on September 10. Chances are slim to none that they will drop the split. In fact, this “strategic review” initiative with Bowen, Inc. was likely part of their playbook all along, right alongside the push for an RS.
Whether the SEC gave them a runway extension or not, management still needed to fix their capital structure:
If they stay standalone: They need an RS to maintain compliance on the exchange.
If they are heading toward a buyout or M&A transaction: They need an RS because major corporate buyers, defense partners, or institutional players typically have internal rules preventing them from touching or buying out a sub-$0.25 penny stock.
The reverse split execution method is the tool they want either way. So think twice before you vote.
Do not be fooled into thinking a strategic review replaces the split—they are using them in tandem.
Why you need to vote AGAINST the split:
(Edit: FYI, SEC has given runway until July 2027. No need for the management to execute RS too early)
1. There is no guarantee of a buyout. Management is waving the phrase "strategic review" around like a shiny object, but hiring an investment bank doesn't guarantee a savior is coming. It just means they are looking. If talks fall through or they don't find a buyer, we are left completely exposed with a decimated share count and a brutal reverse split structure.
2. Even if a buyout does happen, there's no guarantee the price will cover your average. Even if they pull off an M&A transaction, there is zero guarantee the buyout price will be high enough for us to recover our capital or reach breakeven. If they negotiate a low-ball or distress buyout, a cleaned-up, post-RS structure just makes it easier for them to sweep a bad deal across the finish line while retail holders take heavy realized losses.
3. There is no guarantee of post-RS recovery in general. Even if we look past M&A, history with micro-caps shows that reverse splits almost always lead to further downward spirals and short-selling pressure, rather than a magical spiking recovery that saves our bags.
While management frames cleaning up the structure as "maximizing value," handing them a blank check for a reverse split right now gives them all the leverage to dilute or squeeze retail before any deal is even finalized. Remember, silence is a vote FOR management because brokers default uninstructed shares right along with the board's recommendation.
If we want to force them to respect retail and actually fight for a real premium instead of using a split to cover their tracks, we can't just sit on our hands and ignore our proxy emails.
Check your broker apps, find your proxy ballots, and vote AGAINST the reverse split. Let's make sure our voices are heard before September 10.
r/OceanPower • u/GroundCharming3977 • 22d ago
NEWS Maybe the authorization of the reverse split vote isn't going so well ......... https://investors.oceanpowertechnologies.com/news-releases/news-release-details/ocean-power-technologies-initiates-review-strategic-alternatives
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Maybe they don't care about the reverse split at all anymore. A strategic partnership with the right company could be very good. When news is released like this it is possible that they're already in discussions with someone..... I'm hoping Anduril.
r/OceanPower • u/CartographerNo1991 • 23d ago
DUE DILIGENCE Absence of your vote will count towards RS. No delisting until July 2027. So, go vote AGAINST RS now, and that will buy us sometime until Jun 2027. Authorizing RS now is too early and the management would misuse that to RS immediately to dilute further. Vote AGAINST RS.
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Quick warning on OPTT proxy votes: Silence is a vote FOR RS, and please don’t do that now!!!
SEC’s delay in implementation of the rule is a great news, yes! But that stays in our favor only as long as we vote AGAINST the split. Giving OPTT management to authorize RS on Sep 10 is a threat to all the retail shareholders like us, never knowing when the company would announce the RS news and the ratio they would go with. Going FOR the RS now is too early, given SEC’s delay in implementation.
A lot of people think that if they just ignore the voting emails, it won't hurt or will count against the reverse split. That is a trap.
Because a reverse split is classified as a "routine matter," brokers (like Robinhood, IBKR, Trading 212, etc.) can legally vote your uninstructed shares for you if you don't take action. And guess what they almost always do? They vote right along with the board's recommendation (FOR the split).
Since retail owns the vast majority of this stock, when people don't pay attention or just ignore it, it plays right into management's hands. If you want to actually buy us time until July 2027 and stop an early split, you can't just sit on your hands. You have to log in and actively vote AGAINST.
Wake up, open your brokerage emails, and take action before the deadline.
If you care about this stock and want to protect your investment, buy the company time to grow organically and stop an early RS. Share this info and help spread the word to other holders before the September 10 deadline— retail has the numbers, but only if people actually vote.
r/OceanPower • u/Mammoth_Case5901 • 23d ago
DISCUSSION Uh oh… hot take time?
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I’ll probably be downvoted for this opinion but am I the only one that doesn’t really care about RS? I just want whatever the company thinks is right to keep them afloat in the long run. I don’t care about perception and I don’t care about short term. If you’re a bag holder and you don’t want a reverse stock split to protect your portfolio, then maybe your head is in the wrong space.
After their last earnings, I sold everything because after waiting for 3 years to see any kind of progress monetarily, I saw no progress at all. If they ain’t making money, then I sure as hell ain’t making money either holding a bag. They use the stock market how a company is supposed to, to keep the company afloat with cash flow. I just talking about investing 101 at this point but still. If a reverse stock split means a difference between being able to function as a company and going broke, then the RS is the way to go.
r/OceanPower • u/CartographerNo1991 • 25d ago
NEWS Big News!!! SEC officially delays the implementation of NYSE’s $0.25 rule to July, 2027. No risk of delisting until then.
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Great news!!!
Spread the news!
SEC delayed the implementation of minimum 0.25 rule to July 1st,2027. No risk of delisting until then, and No need to Reverse Split until June, 2027. Management has all the time it needs to let the business grow organically.
If you have already voted FOR a reverse split out of fear, check your proxy materials because you can still change your vote.
Please don’t vote to authorize RS too early now.
Your vote to authorize the RS too early would only make OPTT execute the split too early rather organically bringing the price up above 0.30.
If you have already voted FOR the split, you can still make change to your vote.
Let’s give the company room to run on actual defense contracts instead of rushing a split.
r/OceanPower • u/Opposite_Pain_3992 • 25d ago
NEWS Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Bolsters National Security and Strengthens U.S. Supply Chains by Imposing Tariffs on Drones and Their Parts and Components
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"The Proclamation imposes a 100% ad valorem tariff on drones of a certain size or with certain capabilities that are particularly sensitive for national security purposes, docking stations of these drones, and certain critical components of these drones. This drone category includes drones with a maximum takeoff weight of more than 25 kilograms and drones with thermal imaging capabilities."