Ocean Power Technologies Enters New Market with WAM-V® Sale for a Mining Deployment in Latin America

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (“OPT” or “Company”) (NYSE American: OPTT), a leader in innovative maritime solutions, today announced the sale of a Wave Adaptive Modular Vessel (WAM-V^®) to a new customer in Latin America, for an onshore mining industry application, marking a significant expansion into a new industry.

This latest sale underscores OPT’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge autonomous surface vessel (ASV) technology to industries beyond its traditional markets. The customer, whose identity remains undisclosed for confidentiality reasons, operates in the mining sector and will utilize the WAM-V^® for bathymetry surveys related to the mining industry. This application demonstrates the WAM-V^® adaptability to evolving needs both offshore and onshore.

“This sale represents a major milestone for OPT as we continue to expand the applications of our WAM-V^® technology across new industries and geographies,” said Philipp Stratmann, CEO at Ocean Power Technologies. “The flexibility and reliability of the WAM-V^® platform makes it an ideal solution for a broad range of missions and industries. We are excited to support our new Latin American partner with state-of-the-art autonomous technology tailored to their operational needs. Whether you are operating onshore or offshore, as long as there is a need for a floating system, OPT is ready to support your projects.”

The WAM-V^® is renowned for its stability, lightweight design, and modular architecture, allowing for quick adaptation to a variety of mission requirements. Its ability to launch from almost anywhere and operate in a range of sea conditions with minimal environmental impact makes it an attractive choice for industries seeking cost-effective and efficient ASV solutions.

As OPT continues to expand globally, this transaction highlights the increasing demand for autonomous maritime technologies in new sectors and regions. The Company remains committed to innovation and collaboration, helping organizations worldwide harness the power of autonomy for enhanced operational efficiency.

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ABOUT OCEAN POWER TECHNOLOGIES 

OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets, including Merrows™, which provides AI capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness Systems across platforms. Our PowerBuoy^® platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V^® unmanned surface vehicles (USV’s) and marine robotics services. The Company’s headquarters is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey and has an additional office in Richmond, California. To learn more, visit . 

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