Duos Technologies Secures $2.7 Million Contract for Railcar Inspection Portal at the Southwestern U.S. Border

Rhea-AI Summary

Duos Technologies Group (NASDAQ:DUOT) has secured a significant contract valued at over $2.7 million from a Class I rail operator to enhance inspection operations at the U.S.-Mexico border. The contract involves deploying a Railcar Inspection Portal powered by Duos' Expert Artificial Intelligence for automated inspections, integrated with U.S. government operations. The deal includes both project and recurring revenues, with maintenance and AI services expected to be renewed annually. Installation is projected for completion within 2022, marking a step towards improved efficiency in the railroad industry.

Positive

• Contract valued at over $2.7 million enhances revenue potential.
• Deployment of cutting-edge AI technology for automated railcar inspections.
• Recurring revenue from annual maintenance and AI services.

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• None.

Public/private cooperative will improve inspection operations and increase train velocity through a U.S.-Mexico Border crossing

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESSWIRE / January 27, 2022 / Duos Technologies Group, Inc. ("Duos" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DUOT) through its operating subsidiary Duos Technologies, Inc., a provider of vision based analytical solutions, has been awarded a contract from an existing Class I rail operator customer to deploy an additional Railcar Inspection Portal (rip®) on the U.S. side of the customer's Southwestern border operations.

Utilizing Duos' Expert Artificial Intelligence ("EAI"), this system will perform customary automated inspection and be integrated into U.S. government operations along the border. The Company believes this order is indicative of an increasing trend within the railroad industry to leverage technology-based systems to improve inspection operations and increase train velocity at strategic locations.

The award is initially valued at more than $2.7 million of one-time project and recurring revenues. The recurring revenue portion encompasses annually renewable site maintenance and artificial intelligence services. Duos will also provide its railcar-specific artificial intelligence algorithms and proven AI development processes through its proprietary truevue360 platform, ensuring accurate detection results for both the railroad and government agencies involved with this effort. Installation and development efforts are expected to be completed within calendar year 2022.

Duos CEO Chuck Ferry commented, "As always, we would like to thank our railroad partners for the continued confidence in our technologies and our team. This unique opportunity working cooperatively with our Class 1 partner and the U.S. Government is a great example of how our innovative technologies are leveraged as a force multiplier for both automated inspection of railcars and Homeland Security initiatives. We expect this enhanced inspection process to become the standard at all U.S. border crossings in the future."

About Duos Technologies Group, Inc.

Duos Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DUOT), based in Jacksonville, Florida, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Duos Technologies, Inc., designs, develops, deploys and operates intelligent vision-based technology solutions supporting rail, logistics, intermodal and Government customers that streamline operations, improve safety and reduce costs. The Company provides cutting edge solutions that automate the mechanical and security inspection of fast-moving trains, trucks and automobiles through a broad range of proprietary hardware, software, information technology and artificial intelligence. For more information, visit www.duostech.com.

Forward- Looking Statements

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CONTACT:
Corporate
Fei Kwong
Duos Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DUOT)
904-652-1625
fk@duostech.com

Investor Relations
Matt Glover or Tom Colton
Gateway Investor Relations
949-574-3860
DUOT@gatewayir.com

SOURCE: Duos Technologies Group, Inc.

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FAQ

What is the value of the contract secured by Duos Technologies Group?

Duos Technologies Group has secured a contract valued at over $2.7 million.

What technology will be used in the Railcar Inspection Portal?

The Railcar Inspection Portal will utilize Duos' Expert Artificial Intelligence for automated inspections.

When is the installation of the inspection system expected to be completed?

The installation and development efforts are expected to be completed within the calendar year 2022.

Which rail operator is collaborating with Duos Technologies for this project?

The project is with an existing Class I rail operator customer.

How does this contract impact the railroad industry?

The contract highlights a trend of leveraging technology to improve inspection operations and increase train velocity.