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KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: KWE) develops and commercializes advanced tactical systems designed primarily for military and security forces. The company's innovative offerings span lethal and non-lethal technologies, providing modern solutions in areas such as tactical digitization, situational awareness, countermeasures against electronic threats, and personal defense.
Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, KWESST's core products include real-time digitization tools for tactical forces, facilitating seamless communication and data sharing. Their advanced systems can be integrated with existing OEM products and battlefield management systems, ensuring comprehensive and cohesive operational capabilities. The company’s portfolio also features countermeasure technologies aimed at neutralizing threats like drones, lasers, and electronic detection.
KWESST has recently developed and introduced the PARA OPS™ line, a non-lethal defense product range catering to law enforcement and personal security markets. This new line underscores the company’s commitment to evolving with market demands and technological advancements.
The company's global outreach is supported by operational hubs in Guelph, Ontario, and Youngsville, North Carolina, with representative offices in London, UK, and Abu Dhabi, UAE. This international presence ensures KWESST’s capacity to serve a diverse clientele across different regions.
Recent achievements include significant contracts with defense and security agencies. Notably, KWESST is engaged in a six-year sub-contract valued at up to CAD $48 million with Thales Canada, focusing on modernizing the Canadian Army’s C4ISR capabilities. Moreover, the company has secured a ramp-up contract with the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) for the DSEF program, with potential revenues of up to $27 million over the next five years.
Financially, KWESST's latest fiscal report reveals a substantial 200% increase in quarterly revenue compared to the previous year, driven by the ARWEN product line and digitization contracts. The company has also effectively managed operational expenses, reflecting a strategic pivot from development to revenue generation.
The company is actively pursuing further market penetration with their KWESST Lightning™ SaaS app, designed to enhance situational awareness for public safety agencies. This initiative is part of KWESST’s broader strategy to extend its tactical technology expertise into civilian applications.
KWESST is publicly traded on several exchanges, including NASDAQ (KWE), TSXV (KWE), and FSE (62UA), providing ample opportunities for investors to engage with the company’s growth trajectory.
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On May 20, 2024, KWESST Micro Systems received a notification from Nasdaq, indicating non-compliance with the minimum bid price requirement of US$1.00 per share.
The company failed to meet this requirement based on the closing bid price for 30 consecutive business days from April 4 to May 15, 2024. This notification does not imply imminent delisting and has no immediate impact on the trading of KWESST shares on Nasdaq.
KWESST has been given 180 days, until November 12, 2024, to regain compliance by achieving a closing bid price of at least US$1.00 for 10 consecutive business days. If unsuccessful, the company may be eligible for an additional 180-day compliance period.
KWESST shares will continue to trade under the symbol 'KWE' on Nasdaq and are also listed on the TSX Venture Exchange.
KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (TSXV: KWE, NASDAQ: KWE) announced that KPMG LLP has decided not to stand for re-election as the Company's auditor for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. This change is part of a planned transition, and KPMG's departure is not due to any disagreements with management or the board. KWESST is in the final stages of appointing a successor auditor, which will be confirmed and announced soon. The annual general meeting has been rescheduled to July 30, 2024, where shareholders will consider and approve the new auditor appointment. KPMG has confirmed that they did not express any reservations or modified opinions in their reports for the past two fiscal years, nor were there any reportable events as defined by securities laws.
KWESST Micro Systems has been awarded a contract to pilot its situational awareness app, KWESST LightningTM, in support of Canadian Red Cross disaster relief operations. The project, valued at CAD $100,000, is scheduled to commence at the end of May and conclude by October 2024. KWESST will collaborate with CounterCrisis Tech for this proof of concept. Additionally, KWESST will present its LightningTM app at the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police conference in February 2025.
This pilot aims to demonstrate the app's effectiveness under a SaaS model, potentially paving the way for future commercial applications.
KWESST Micro Systems has reported a significant rise in revenue and strategic milestones for Q2 2024. Revenue increased by 200% compared to the same period last year, driven by a 121% rise in ARWEN Product Line sales.
Sales and marketing expenses were cut by 64%, and cash used in operations reduced by 46% year-to-date. The gross profit for Q2 was $0.2 million, with a 30% gross margin, though lower than the prior year's 44% gross margin.
Operating loss decreased by 5% to $2.9 million for Q2 but increased by 18% year-to-date, primarily due to higher general and administrative, research and development costs, and commercial feasibility expenses for PARA OPS products.
Major highlights include securing defense contracts, commercialization of non-lethal munitions like PARA OPS and ARWEN 40mm, and a new distribution agreement with O'Dell Engineering The company also closed a public offering, raising $1 million in gross proceeds.
KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: KWE) provides an update on their business activities ahead of fiscal Q2 2024 results. The company secured a multi-year military digitization contract with revenue potential up to $48M. They signed an MOU with the University of Ottawa for hiring software coding graduates. KWESST introduced Lightning™ SaaS app to public safety agencies and showcased the T-SAS Tactical Surveillance And Sniper system. The ARWEN non-lethal product line is expanding with new 40mm baton cartridges and distribution agreements with O'Dell Engineering. The company continues to demonstrate and evaluate the PARA OPS non-lethal system with police and security agencies.
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