
ExpansionMay 18, 2026, 08:17 AM
OPT Expands Global Deployments; US PowerBuoys Increase to 5
AI Summary
Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) announced a significant expansion of its global deployment footprint for its marine power and data solutions. In the U.S., PowerBuoy deployments increased from one to five concurrent systems, supporting various government and research customers, including the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Navy. Internationally, OPT continues to expand with three WAM-V autonomous surface vehicles and one PowerBuoy deployed in the United Arab Emirates, alongside additional WAM-V deployments in Taiwan and other regions. This expansion reflects growing demand for persistent offshore monitoring and autonomous maritime capabilities.
Key Highlights
- U.S. PowerBuoy deployments increased from 1 to 5 concurrent systems.
- Three PowerBuoy systems support U.S. Department of Homeland Security activities.
- One PowerBuoy system supports U.S. Department of War research for the Navy.
- One PowerBuoy system supports a U.S.-based research institution.
- Three WAM-V autonomous surface vehicles and one PowerBuoy deployed in UAE.
- Additional WAM-V deployments support customers in Taiwan and other regions.
- Company is showcasing its WAM-V platform at Special Operations Forces Week.
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