Ocean Power Technologies Earns “Trusted Operator” Status in New AUVSI Maritime Certification Program
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT) has achieved certification as one of the first operators under the AUVSI Trusted UMS Operator Program. This new certification program, launched by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), establishes standards for training, proficiency, and safety in uncrewed maritime systems operations.
The certification validates OPT's expertise in autonomous maritime operations and reinforces its position as a trusted provider of uncrewed systems. According to CEO Philipp Stratmann, this recognition demonstrates the company's commitment to safety, operational excellence, and workforce training in maritime environments. The Trusted Operator designation helps customers identify operators meeting high performance and accountability standards, complementing OPT's focus on quality across its buoy and autonomous surface vehicle solutions.
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT) ha ottenuto la certificazione come uno dei primi operatori nel Programma Operatori Affidabili UMS di AUVSI. Questo nuovo programma di certificazione, lanciato dall'Associazione per i Sistemi di Veicoli Senza Equipaggio Internazionali (AUVSI), definisce standard per la formazione, la competenza e la sicurezza nelle operazioni di sistemi marittimi senza equipaggio.
La certificazione conferma l'esperienza di OPT nelle operazioni marittime autonome e rafforza la sua posizione come fornitore affidabile di sistemi senza equipaggio. Secondo il CEO Philipp Stratmann, questo riconoscimento dimostra l'impegno dell'azienda per la sicurezza, l'eccellenza operativa e la formazione del personale negli ambienti marittimi. La designazione di Operatore Affidabile aiuta i clienti a identificare operatori che soddisfano elevati standard di prestazioni e responsabilità, integrando l'attenzione di OPT alla qualità nelle sue soluzioni di boe e veicoli di superficie autonomi.
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT) ha obtenido la certificación como uno de los primeros operadores bajo el Programa de Operadores Confiables UMS de AUVSI. Este nuevo programa de certificación, lanzado por la Asociación para Sistemas de Vehículos No Tripulados Internacionales (AUVSI), establece estándares para la capacitación, competencia y seguridad en operaciones de sistemas marítimos no tripulados.
La certificación valida la experiencia de OPT en operaciones marítimas autónomas y refuerza su posición como proveedor confiable de sistemas no tripulados. Según el CEO Philipp Stratmann, este reconocimiento demuestra el compromiso de la empresa con la seguridad, la excelencia operativa y la formación del personal en entornos marítimos. La designación de Operador Confiable ayuda a los clientes a identificar operadores que cumplen con altos estándares de rendimiento y responsabilidad, complementando el enfoque de OPT en la calidad de sus soluciones de boyas y vehículos autónomos de superficie.
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT)는 AUVSI 신뢰받는 UMS 운영자 프로그램에서 최초 운영자 중 하나로 인증을 획득했습니다. 이 새로운 인증 프로그램은 무인 차량 시스템 국제 협회(AUVSI)가 시작했으며, 무인 해양 시스템 운영에서 교육, 숙련도 및 안전에 대한 기준을 설정합니다.
이번 인증은 OPT의 자율 해양 운영 전문성을 입증하며, 무인 시스템 신뢰받는 공급업체로서의 입지를 강화합니다. CEO 필립 스트랫만은 이 인정이 해양 환경에서의 안전, 운영 우수성 및 인력 교육에 대한 회사의 의지를 보여준다고 밝혔습니다. 신뢰받는 운영자 지정은 고객이 높은 성과와 책임 기준을 충족하는 운영자를 식별하는 데 도움을 주며, OPT의 부표 및 자율 수상 차량 솔루션 전반에 걸친 품질 중점과도 잘 맞습니다.
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT) a obtenu la certification en tant que l'un des premiers opérateurs dans le cadre du Programme des opérateurs de confiance UMS d'AUVSI. Ce nouveau programme de certification, lancé par l'Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), établit des normes pour la formation, la compétence et la sécurité dans les opérations de systèmes maritimes sans équipage.
Cette certification valide l'expertise d'OPT dans les opérations maritimes autonomes et renforce sa position en tant que fournisseur de confiance de systèmes sans équipage. Selon le PDG Philipp Stratmann, cette reconnaissance témoigne de l'engagement de l'entreprise envers la sécurité, l'excellence opérationnelle et la formation des équipes dans les environnements maritimes. La désignation d'opérateur de confiance aide les clients à identifier les opérateurs répondant à des normes élevées de performance et de responsabilité, complétant ainsi l'accent mis par OPT sur la qualité de ses solutions de bouées et de véhicules de surface autonomes.
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE: OPTT) hat als einer der ersten Betreiber die Zertifizierung im AUVSI Trusted UMS Operator Program erhalten. Dieses neue Zertifizierungsprogramm, gestartet von der Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), legt Standards für Ausbildung, Kompetenz und Sicherheit im Betrieb unbemannter maritimer Systeme fest.
Die Zertifizierung bestätigt OPTs Expertise in autonomen maritimen Operationen und stärkt seine Position als vertrauenswürdiger Anbieter unbemannter Systeme. Laut CEO Philipp Stratmann zeigt diese Anerkennung das Engagement des Unternehmens für Sicherheit, operative Exzellenz und Mitarbeiterschulung in maritimen Umgebungen. Die Auszeichnung als Trusted Operator hilft Kunden, Betreiber zu identifizieren, die hohe Leistungs- und Verantwortungsstandards erfüllen, und ergänzt OPTs Fokus auf Qualität bei seinen Bojen- und autonomen Oberflächenfahrzeuglösungen.
- Achievement of AUVSI Trusted UMS Operator certification demonstrates operational excellence
- Recognition strengthens customer confidence in OPT's maritime services
- Early certification positions OPT as an industry leader in uncrewed maritime systems
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Certification Underscores OPT’s Commitment to Operational Excellence and Real-World Autonomous Maritime Solutions
MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: OPTT) (“OPT” or the “Company”), a leader in innovative, cost-effective, low-carbon and artificial intelligence maritime services that enable safer and more productive ocean operations and related power, data, and service solutions, today announced its recognition as one of the initial certified operators under the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Trusted UMS Operator Program.
The program, launched by AUVSI in collaboration with leading industry stakeholders, is designed to establish a high standard for training, proficiency, and safety in the operation of uncrewed maritime systems (UMS). OPT’s inclusion as a certified operator highlights the Company’s commitment to excellence in autonomous maritime operations and its leadership in delivering practical, field-ready uncrewed systems.
“Being recognized by AUVSI as a Trusted UMS Operator underscores our dedication to safety, operational rigor, and workforce training as we deploy uncrewed technologies in demanding maritime environments,” said Philipp Stratmann, President and CEO of Ocean Power Technologies. “This certification reinforces the confidence our customers have in OPT as a reliable partner for persistent maritime domain awareness and mission-critical operations.”
The Trusted Operator designation provides a framework for standardizing skills and practices across the industry, helping customers and stakeholders identify operators who meet high standards of performance and accountability. It complements OPT’s broader commitment to quality, safety, and innovation across its buoy and autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) solutions.
For additional details on Ocean Power Technologies and its services and solutions for the defense, security and ocean energy industries, please visit www.oceanpowertechnologies.com.
For more information on the AUVSI Trusted Operator Program, visit https://www.auvsi.org/auvsi-launches-trusted-ums-operator-program-standardize-uncrewed-maritime-systems-training-and
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OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets, including Merrows™, which provides AI capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness Systems across platforms. Our PowerBuoy® platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V® autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and marine robotics services. The Company’s headquarters is in Monroe Township, New Jersey and has an additional office in Richmond, California. To learn more, visit www.OceanPowerTechnologies.com.
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