Nauticus Robotics (KITT) general counsel resigns, will advise as external counsel

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Nauticus Robotics, Inc. reported that its General Counsel and Secretary, John Symington, plans to resign to return to private legal practice. His last day as an officer will be March 27, 2026. Symington has agreed to continue supporting the company as external counsel for at least one month to ensure a transition period.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

1 item

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 23, 2026

NAUTICUS ROBOTICS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-40611

87-1699753

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

17146 Feathercraft Lane, Suite 450, Webster, TX 77598

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (281) 942-9069

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock

KITT

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Warrants

KITTW

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company x

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers

On March 23, 2026, John Symington informed the Company of his intention to resign from his position as General Counsel and Secretary of the Company to return to the private practice of law. Mr. Symington’s last day will be March 27, 2026, and Mr. Symington has agreed to continue to provide services to the Company as external counsel for a transitional period of at least one month.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: March 26, 2026			Nauticus Robotics, Inc.
			By:			/s/ Jimena Begaries
						Name:			Jimena Begaries
						Title:			Interim Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What leadership change did Nauticus Robotics (KITT) disclose?

Nauticus Robotics disclosed that General Counsel and Secretary John Symington plans to resign. He is leaving to return to private legal practice, marking a change in the company’s senior legal leadership and corporate governance support structure.

When will Nauticus Robotics’ General Counsel John Symington depart?

John Symington’s last day as General Counsel and Secretary will be March 27, 2026. After that date, he will no longer serve as an officer but will remain involved as external legal counsel for a transitional period.

Will John Symington continue working with Nauticus Robotics (KITT)?

Yes. Although resigning as General Counsel and Secretary, John Symington agreed to provide services as external counsel. The arrangement covers a transitional period of at least one month after his March 27, 2026 departure from his officer roles.

Why is Nauticus Robotics’ General Counsel resigning?

John Symington informed Nauticus Robotics that he intends to resign to return to the private practice of law. The filing does not describe any dispute or disagreement, only his decision to resume work in private legal practice.

What SEC form did Nauticus Robotics file for this officer change?

Nauticus Robotics filed a Form 8-K to report the planned resignation of its General Counsel and Secretary. This form is used to disclose significant corporate events, including departures or appointments of principal officers and key leadership changes.