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Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (CRKN) uses its news releases to highlight developments across its Smart Windows and Construction businesses, as well as important corporate and capital markets events. Readers of this news feed can follow how Crown presents its role as an infrastructure solutions provider focused on fiber optics, water service lines, water intake solutions, XXL pipelines, and Smart Windows technology.
The company’s construction-related updates have included contract wins and project milestones in Crown Fiber Optics, Element 82, and water intake solutions. For example, Crown has reported multi-year fiber infrastructure contracts and a growing portfolio of contracts and backlog for Crown Fiber Optics, along with rural broadband projects in regions such as the Pacific Northwest and work with regional and privately held internet service providers. Other releases describe lead service line inspection projects under Element 82 and progress on slant wells and planned reverse osmosis facilities in Mexico.
Financial and strategic news items cover quarterly and full-year results, commentary on revenue growth from infrastructure contracts, and management’s discussion of shifting from rapid growth to what it calls smart growth. Corporate governance and capital markets announcements include leadership changes, board appointments, changes in the independent registered public accounting firm, Nasdaq delisting determinations, appeals and reconsideration efforts, and the company’s intention to voluntarily delist from Nasdaq while trading on the OTC market.
In addition, Crown has announced an Agreement and Plan of Merger involving a tender offer that is intended to result in Crown becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of an acquiring entity, as well as subsequent amendments to that agreement. By reviewing this news stream, investors and observers can see how Crown communicates about its infrastructure contracts, Smart Windows development, trading status, and merger-related activity over time.
Crown Electrokinetics has announced an expansion of its fiber optic network operations in Arizona, Nevada, and Oregon. This move is facilitated through a new contracting agreement with Paramount Networks, which holds a Master Service Agreement with 19 major telecommunications and cable operators in the U.S. The work in Arizona will soon begin for a significant cable provider and will include horizontal directional drilling, aerial plant construction, and fiber placement and splicing. In Oregon, Crown will undertake turnkey fiber optic network construction. As a result of these new projects, Crown has revised its third-quarter revenue guidance from $7-8 million to $8-9 million.
Crown Electrokinetics, a leader in smart glass technology and fiber optic network construction, announced leadership changes effective July 8, 2024, to enhance its market capabilities and product launch acceleration.
Tim Koch, co-founder and former CTO, will transition to Chief Innovation Officer to focus on delivering electrokinetic film and expanding the product portfolio.
Robert Vandal, with over 30 years in product development and manufacturing in the glass industry, will take over as CTO, bringing his expertise from Guardian Glass where he led significant advancements.
Francois Prouhet will join as Director of Business Development, leveraging his experience from Guardian Industries and Cars.com to develop Crown's go-to-market strategy and business partnerships.
Both new appointees received inducement RSU awards, with vesting based on agreed business milestones.
Crown Electrokinetics (NASDAQ:CRKN) issued a letter to shareholders providing key updates on their Nasdaq listing compliance, operational progress, and financial outlook. To meet Nasdaq's compliance, Crown executed a 1:150 reverse stock split. They highlighted strong growth in their Fiber Optics division, delivering production in multiple states and expanding into new markets like Idaho and Oregon. The company anticipates second-quarter revenues between $3.5M and $4M and third-quarter revenues between $7M and $8M due to backlog orders. Progress continues in their Electrokinetic Film division, with an Alpha Gen 1 product expected by fall 2024. Additional updates on executive additions and product milestones are forthcoming.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp (NASDAQ: CRKN), a leader in smart glass technology and fiber optic networks, announced the commencement of its Crown Fiber Optics division's work in Oregon. The projects involve both fiber construction and underground power infrastructure for four new customers. Crown anticipates generating up to $8 million in revenue from these contracts in 2024, with potential growth to $15 million in 2025. The projects will include directional drilling, excavation, micro trenching, and splicing. Corey Boaz, President of Construction for Crown Fiber Optics, highlighted the opportunities for diversification across the west coast and praised the team's efforts.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (NASDAQ:CRKN), known for its smart glass technology and fiber optic network construction, announced an expanded project with an existing customer in Idaho.
The expanded scope involves horizontal directional drilling and fiber to the home, growing from two drills to seven. This expansion positions Crown as the preferred contractor for both residential fiber projects and installations for school districts in the Boise area.
The company anticipates further expansion later this year, underscoring their commitment to customer satisfaction.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (NASDAQ:CRKN) announced a 1-for-150 reverse stock split, set to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis on June 25, 2024. Approved by the Board on June 12, 2024, and by stockholders on June 14, 2024, this split will convert every 150 shares of issued common stock into one share. No fractional shares will be issued; instead, they'll be rounded up to the next whole number. The split will not alter any stockholder's percentage interest in the company's common stock. The new CUSIP number for the adjusted shares will be 228339404, and trading will continue under the symbol 'CRKN'.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (NASDAQ:CRKN) has announced a new dark fiber construction project from Las Cruces, New Mexico, to El Paso, Texas.
The project, spanning approximately 250 miles, is anticipated to generate around $12 million in gross revenue. Crown Fiber Optics will serve as a turnkey general contractor, performing tasks including survey, construction, fiber placement, and splicing.
The project is scheduled to start in mid-June and is based on a time and materials contract, reducing risk and enabling margin control. This marks Crown's first project with Sequoia Associates and bolsters its position in the market.
CEO Doug Croxall expressed confidence in the scalability and revenue potential of this and other contracts.
Crown Electrokinetics (NASDAQ:CRKN), a leader in smart glass technology and fiber optic network construction, has announced its first quarter 2024 conference call on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 PM ET. The call will feature remarks from the management team and can be accessed via a dial-in number or webcast. Participants are advised to log in 5-10 minutes before the start time. Replay options are available with specific dial-in numbers and access IDs.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (NASDAQ:CRKN) has secured a fiber construction project in Idaho with Fat Beam Fiber, expanding its presence in the smart glass technology and fiber optic networks industry. The project is expected to drive additional work in California and Oregon, showcasing the company's capabilities in delivering high-quality projects on time.
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. (NASDAQ:CRKN) announced securing a large fiber optic project in Nevada, generating $5.7 million in gross revenues. The project involves horizontal drilling and plowing work, with completion expected in the third quarter. The company anticipates further stages in California, showcasing growth and expansion.