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Research Frontiers Inc. (NASDAQ: REFR) is a technology company that develops and licenses patented SPD-Smart light-control film technology used in smart glass for transportation and architectural applications. This news page aggregates announcements, press releases and market updates related to REFR and its SPD-SmartGlass programs.
Readers can follow company communications on topics such as royalty trends, licensing activity and adoption of SPD-SmartGlass across automotive, aerospace and building markets. Recent news has highlighted royalty income from vehicles using SPD-SmartGlass from brands including Ferrari, Cadillac, Mercedes and McLaren, as well as growth in aircraft programs using SPD-Smart electronically dimmable windows. Updates also cover retrofit systems for buildings, such as the RetroWAL SPD-SmartGlass window demonstrated with AIT Group and Gauzy at GlassBuild America.
Research Frontiers frequently reports participation in industry conferences and glazing summits, where its executives present on real-world uses of SPD-SmartGlass and other variable tint technologies. News items may describe keynote addresses, panel discussions with automakers and suppliers, and feedback from OEMs evaluating dynamic glazing for future vehicle platforms.
Financial results, conference call details and selected key comments from management are also released periodically, providing insight into fee income, royalty receivables, operating expenses and the company’s debt-free capital structure as disclosed in its Form 10-Q filings. Investors and observers can use this page to review historical and ongoing developments affecting REFR’s licensing business, technology deployment and multi-industry smart glass presence.
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call for Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. The company will release its Q1 2025 financial results on the same day. President & CEO Joseph M. Harary will lead the call, which will cover financial and operating results along with recent developments.
Investors can join via phone at 1-888-334-5785 or through the conference link. Questions can be submitted via email to Questions@SmartGlass.com. A replay of the call will be available starting May 9, 2025, and accessible for 90 days through the company's investor relations website.
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) announced that its SPD-SmartGlass technology is featured in the new Mercedes-Benz Vision V show car at Auto Shanghai 2025. The vehicle incorporates smart glass technology across 75% of its glazing area, using SPD film manufactured by Gauzy .
The Vision V debuts the first automotive dual smart glass stack combining SPD and PDLC technologies, enabling seamless transitions between transparent, shaded, and private states. Key benefits include:
- Cabin temperature reduction up to 18°F (10°C)
- Instant response to light/heat conditions
- Extended vehicle range up to 5.5%
- CO2 emissions reduction up to 4g/km
- Enhanced interior space without mechanical sunshades
Mercedes-Benz, the first automaker to use SPD-SmartGlass in serial production, has implemented this technology across multiple models, including Mercedes-Maybach and S-Class. The technology has also been adopted by Cadillac, Ferrari, McLaren, and various aerospace and architectural applications.
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) announced its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results on March 06, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss financial and operating results, along with recent developments. Detailed information is available in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC.
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results announcement for Thursday, March 6, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 PM Eastern Time on the same day to discuss financial and operating results, along with recent developments.
The conference call will be led by President & CEO Joseph M. Harary. Interested parties can dial in using 1-888-334-5785. Questions can be submitted via email to Questions@SmartGlass.com. A replay of the call will be available starting Friday, March 7, 2025, and will remain accessible for 90 days at smartglass-ir.com.
Research Frontiers (REFR) and Gauzy (GAUZ) are showcasing SPD-SmartGlass technology at the 2024 CES show in Las Vegas. The companies will hold a press briefing and customer events at Gauzy's Booth 6516 in Automotive West Hall.
The presentation will focus on how smart glass technology is disrupting industries including aeronautics, automotive, and architecture. Notable implementations include Ferrari's integration of SPD Smart Glass in their top-selling SUV model. The global smart glass market, valued at $6.6 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a 9.9% CAGR through 2030.
Visitors can experience firsthand demonstrations of smart glass applications in buildings, homes, automotive, aircraft, and trains, showcasing the technology's ability to transition from transparent to opaque in milliseconds.
Research Frontiers reported strong Q3 2024 financial results, marking its seventh consecutive quarter of revenue growth. Royalty income increased by 115% in Q3 compared to last year, with particularly robust growth in automotive and aircraft markets showing triple-digit percentage gains. The first nine months of 2024 revenue already exceeded total 2023 revenue, with royalty income up 93% year-over-year. Expenses decreased by $92,000 in Q3 and $150,000 for the nine-month period. The company maintains strong financial stability with $1.65 million in cash and $2.7 million in working capital, with no debt. Multiple new car models featuring SPD-SmartGlass technology are anticipated in 2025.
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) has scheduled its third quarter 2024 financial results release and conference call for Thursday, November 7, 2024. The conference call will be held at 4:30 PM Eastern Time, led by President & CEO Joseph M. Harary. The call will cover Q3 2024 financial and operating results, along with recent developments. Participants can dial in at 1-888-334-5785, and questions can be submitted via email to Questions@SmartGlass.com. A replay will be available for 90 days starting November 8, 2024, at smartglass-ir.com.
Research Frontiers Inc. (Nasdaq: REFR) reported its Q2 2024 financial results, showcasing significant growth. Fee income increased by over 165% from Q2 2023 and 56% from Q1 2024, driven by higher royalties from automotive and aircraft markets. The company has experienced six consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth. Total expenses decreased by approximately $105,000 compared to Q2 2023, resulting in a net loss of $94,000 ($0.00 per share). As of June 30, 2024, Research Frontiers had $1.9 million in cash and cash equivalents and $2.8 million in working capital, with no debt. The company expects continued revenue growth across all market segments as new products incorporating its SPD-SmartGlass technology are introduced.
Research Frontiers Inc. (Nasdaq: REFR) has announced its upcoming second quarter 2024 financial results release and conference call. The company will disclose its Q2 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, August 1, 2024. A conference call led by President & CEO Joseph M. Harary is scheduled for the same day at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Investors can dial in using the number 1-888-334-5785. Questions can be emailed to Questions@SmartGlass.com. A replay of the call will be available for 90 days starting Friday, August 2, 2024, at https://smartglass-ir.com/.
Research Frontiers and AIT Group have revealed the retrofittable Thermolite RetroWAL SPD-SmartGlass window at the AIA Conference in Washington, DC, on June 6-7, 2024. This advanced window technology allows users to adjust tint levels from clear to dark with ease and can be integrated into existing structures. The SPD-SmartGlass offers several benefits, including UV and infrared protection, heat reduction, and enhanced security. It also contributes to energy efficiency and CO2 emission reduction. The global smart glass market is projected to reach $124 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 22.8% from 2023 to 2028, driven by architectural applications and regulatory incentives.
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