MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:OPTT), a leader in innovative and cost-effective low-carbon marine power, data, and service solutions, today announced that Dr. Philipp Stratmann, President and Chief Executive Officer will participate in the upcoming Water Tower Research Fireside Chat Series, taking place on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 11:00 am ET.

The Fireside Chat will be hosted by Peter Gastreich, Managing Director, Energy Transition & Sustainable Investing at Water Tower Research, and will cover the following topics:

Evolution to an operational provider. What made FY26 the year OPT became an operational provider rather than a technology developer.
Record backlog. Backlog of $19.8 million, up 58% in 2026 and nearly five times FY26 revenue.
Coast Guard program and recurring revenue. The largest deployment in company history, renewal prospects, and how the lease-like model layers revenue across a buoy’s life.
Speed as a differentiator. A WAM-V delivered five weeks from order and what that pace demands of inventory and fleet readiness.
Defense and international momentum. The US government’s WAM-V selection, CMMC Level 2 compliance, and converting European engagement into contracts.
Margins, capital, and milestones. The path toward the 35–55% gross margin range, funding plans for growth, and FY27 milestones that would demonstrate execution.

This event is open access for all investors to participate. Interested parties can register for the event through Water Tower Research at: Fireside Chat: Ocean Power Technologies, Inc (OPTT) - 1772197

For more information about Ocean Power Technologies, visit www.OceanPowerTechnologies.com.

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 vessels (USVs) and marine robotics services. The Company’s headquarters is in Monroe Township, New Jersey, with an additional office in Richmond, California. To learn more about OPT’s products, services and solutions, visit www.OceanPowerTechnologies.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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CONTACT INFORMATION

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