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KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (KWE) is active in the defense and public security technology space, and its news flow reflects developments across tactical digitization, non-lethal systems and laser threat countermeasures. Company announcements describe how KWESST develops and commercializes next-generation tactical systems for military and security forces, including digitization of tactical forces for real-time shared situational awareness, countermeasures against threats such as electronic detection, lasers and drones, and proprietary non-lethal offerings under the PARA OPS and ARWEN brands.
News releases for KWE often cover product and technology milestones, such as orders for prototypes of its Battlefield Laser Detection System (BLDS) for a major North American armored vehicle program and deliveries of earlier BLDS versions to an overseas NATO country. Updates also highlight advances in situational awareness capabilities for the Canadian Forces using the Team Awareness Kit (TAK), as well as the Lightning version of this capability adapted for public security markets under a SaaS model.
Investors following KWE news will also see corporate and capital markets updates, including share consolidation decisions aimed at maintaining compliance with Nasdaq minimum bid price requirements, notifications of regained compliance, and private placement financings involving common shares, pre-funded warrants and common share purchase warrants. The company has announced its intention to change its corporate name to DEFSEC Technologies Inc. and its trading symbol to DFSC, subject to regulatory approvals and filings.
Operational news includes manufacturing and partnership developments, such as KWESST’s memorandum of understanding with U.S.-based Nordon Inc. for scaled production of ARWEN less-lethal 40mm baton projectiles and PARA OPS components, and references to strategic, multi-year contracts for Canadian Department of National Defence programs with partners Thales and Akkodis. For users tracking KWE, this news page aggregates these types of updates in one place for ongoing monitoring of the company’s tactical technology and non-lethal product initiatives.
KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: KWE) announced the closing of its public offering of 2,900,000 common shares at US$0.58 per share, resulting in gross proceeds of approximately US$1,682,000 before deducting placement agent fees of US$0.0435 per share and other offering expenses.
ThinkEquity acted as the sole placement agent, receiving 145,000 common share purchase warrants at an exercise price of US$0.725 per share as compensation. The net proceeds will be used for working capital, general corporate purposes, and business advancement.
The offering was made under an effective shelf registration statement with the SEC.
KWESST Micro Systems has announced the pricing of its U.S. public offering, set at $0.58 per share for 2.9 million common shares, expecting to raise approximately $1.682 million before fees and expenses. The offering is planned to close on June 14, 2024, pending customary conditions. ThinkEquity is the sole placement agent. The proceeds will be used for working capital, general corporate purposes, and advancing business goals. The offering is pursuant to a prospectus supplement filed with the SEC.
KWESST Micro Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: KWE) announced a proposed United States public offering of common shares and/or pre-funded warrants. The offering will be managed by ThinkEquity as the sole placement agent and is subject to market conditions. The size and terms of the offering are not guaranteed. The proceeds are intended for working capital, general corporate purposes, and business advancements. The offering follows the company's shelf registration statement filed with the SEC.
KWESST Micro Systems (KWE) has secured a sub-contract with Thales Canada valued at up to CAD $48 million. This contract will provide specialized software services to assist the Canadian Army's digital modernization efforts, specifically through the Land C4ISR system, which focuses on command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The contract was signed on June 7, 2024, and spans an initial six-year term. KWESST's revenue from this contract will depend on the timing and extent of task orders.
KWESST Micro Systems (TSXV: KWE, NASDAQ: KWE) has announced a change in auditors. MNP LLP has been appointed as the new auditor, succeeding KPMG. This change is effective until the next annual general meeting. The company and its board of directors expressed their gratitude to KPMG for their services.
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.