Orion Announces Major US Retailer’s Additional Commitment for Estimated $10M-15M; Increases FY27 Revenue Outlook to $100M - $102M
Orion Energy Systems (OESX) received a follow-on commitment from a longtime major US retail customer for a new LED lighting and IoT project estimated to generate $10 million to $15 million of revenue at additional locations.
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Orion Energy Systems (OESX) received a follow-on commitment from a longtime major US retail customer for a new LED lighting and IoT project estimated to generate $10 million to $15 million of revenue at additional locations.
The work covers interior LED retrofits and IoT installations at sites not previously upgraded by Orion and will be executed via individual purchase orders, with timing not yet certain. Orion expects to recognize a significant majority of this project’s revenue in the second half of fiscal 2027, which ends March 31, 2027.
Including this award, Orion now expects FY 2027 revenue of $100 million to $102 million, up from a prior outlook of $95 million to $97 million, and continues to expect positive Adjusted EBITDA for the fiscal year. The company also reiterates that FY Q2 revenue is expected to decline compared to Q1 FY 2027 revenue of $25.7 million.
Positive
- New retailer project estimated to add $10M–$15M in revenue
- FY 2027 revenue outlook raised to $100M–$102M from $95M–$97M
- Majority of project revenue expected in 2H FY 2027
- Positive Adjusted EBITDA still expected for full FY 2027
Negative
- FY Q2 2027 revenue expected to decline vs. Q1’s $25.7M
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Key Figures
- Additional project revenue
- $10 million to $15 million
- New LED lighting and IoT project
- FY2027 revenue outlook
- $100 million to $102 million
- Updated outlook
- Previous FY2027 revenue outlook
- $95 million to $97 million
- Prior outlook
Historical Context
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Prior FY27 outlook was $95–97M alongside $25.7M Q1 revenue.
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Key Terms
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MANITOWOC, Wis., Sept. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: OESX) (Orion Lighting), a provider of energy-efficient LED lighting, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and maintenance services solutions, today announced that a longtime customer has made a follow-on commitment to the Company for a new LED lighting project estimated to represent revenue of
This latest commitment involves retrofitting interior LED Lighting and IoT system installations at selected locations not previously retrofitted by Orion. Orion maintains that this most recent expansion of work demonstrates the confidence that Orion has earned with this leading retailer over the course of numerous projects spanning several years.
The customer’s latest commitment is expected to be fulfilled on the basis of individual purchase orders, the timing of which is not certain at this time. However, Orion expects to recognize a significant majority of the revenue from this project in the second half of the current Fiscal Year 2027, which ends March 31, 2027.
As a result of today’s announcement, Orion also announced that it expects to achieve total revenue of
“Orion has once again earned a significant increase in its scope of work on behalf of one of the biggest names in retailing,” said Orion Chief Executive Officer Sally Washlow. “Orion continues to add substantially to its workflow with this Global Fortune 50 company, as we expand our management of LED Lighting, IoT, Maintenance and Electrical Contracting. We are pleased to continue to earn increasing trust, confidence and business from this industry leader.”
About Orion Energy Systems
Orion provides energy efficiency and clean tech solutions, including LED lighting and controls, electrical vehicle (EV) charging solutions, and maintenance services. Orion specializes in turnkey design-through-installation solutions for large national customers as well as projects through ESCO and distribution partners, with a commitment to helping customers achieve their business and environmental goals with healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions that reduce their carbon footprint and enhance business performance.
For more information about Orion, please visit our website at www.orionlighting.com.
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FAQ
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What does the new project with the major US retailer involve for Orion?
The follow-on commitment covers retrofitting interior LED lighting and installing IoT systems at selected locations operated by the retailer that Orion has not previously retrofitted. The commitment will be executed through individual purchase orders rather than a single contract.
When does Orion expect to recognize revenue from the new retailer project?
Orion expects to recognize a significant majority of the estimated $10 million to $15 million in revenue during the second half of fiscal 2027, which ends on March 31, 2027. The exact timing depends on the issuance of individual purchase orders, which is not yet certain.
How has Orion’s FY 2027 revenue guidance changed with this announcement?
Following the new project commitment, Orion now expects total FY 2027 revenue of $100 million to $102 million, compared with its previous outlook of $95 million to $97 million.
What is Orion’s expectation for profitability in FY 2027?
The company continues to expect to achieve positive Adjusted EBITDA for the full fiscal year 2027.
How is near-term revenue expected to trend for Orion?
As previously indicated, FY Q2 2027 revenue is expected to decrease compared to the recently announced FY Q1 2027 revenue of $25.7 million, despite the longer-term uplift in the full-year outlook.