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Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPXS) is a Richardson, Texas based manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems and assemblies serving domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications. This news page aggregates company announcements, earnings releases, contract awards, and other updates related to OPXS, reflecting its role in the optical instrument and lens manufacturing sector and its focus on Department of Defense applications.
In its news releases, Optex highlights financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP, along with non-GAAP measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, and discusses trends in revenue, gross profit, operating income, net income, working capital, and backlog. Investors can follow announcements of quarterly and annual financial highlights, as well as notices of upcoming earnings calls and investor conference presentations disclosed through press releases and 8-K filings.
Optex’s news flow also features defense-related contract awards and orders, including firm fixed price purchase orders for laser protected periscopes, requirement-type contracts for Abrams-based optical sighting systems, and orders for optical sub-assemblies from long-term commercial customers. These updates provide insight into the company’s backlog, program wins, and demand across its Optex Systems Richardson and Applied Optics Center segments.
Personnel and governance updates are another recurring theme, with announcements covering leadership changes such as the appointment of a new President and Chief Executive Officer, the creation of a Chief Executive Officer role in its bylaws, and the addition of specialized roles like the Director of Optical Coating Technology. By reviewing OPXS news, readers can track developments in executive leadership, optical coating capabilities, and the company’s participation in investor conferences.
For investors and observers of the defense optics space, this page offers a centralized view of OPXS news, from earnings and SEC-related disclosures to contract awards and operational milestones in optical sighting systems and assemblies.
Optex Systems Holdings (Nasdaq:OPXS) has secured a $4.2 million firm fixed price purchase order from BAE Systems for laser protected periscopes and optical sighting systems. The order supports the Bradley A4 Follow-On Production award and will be delivered over the next 28 months.
The systems are designed specifically for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle used by the U.S. Military, featuring enhanced durability, superior optical clarity, and exceptional reliability in combat environments. The company's current backlog exceeds $42.5 million.
Optex Systems Holdings (NASDAQ:OPXS) reported strong financial results for Q1 FY2025. The company achieved a 17.6% year-over-year revenue increase to $8.2 million and a 65.6% increase in operating income to $916,000. Net income nearly doubled to $844,000 compared to $431,000 in the prior year period.
The company's backlog stood at $42.0 million as of December 29, 2024, down 6.7% from the previous year. Management expects revenue to exceed $38 million for fiscal 2025, maintaining their track record of over 20% compound annual revenue growth over the last four years.
Financial position remains strong with working capital of $15.9 million, $2.5 million in cash, and zero credit facility balance after paying down $1.0 million during the quarter. The increase in revenue was primarily driven by higher demand for periscopes, laser filters, and day windows.
Optex Systems Holdings (NASDAQ:OPXS) reported strong financial results for fiscal year 2024. Revenue increased by 32.5% to $34.0 million, driven by higher military product demand. The company's backlog grew to $44.2 million, up 5.7% from the previous year. Gross profit increased by 44% to $9.5 million, with margins improving to 28.0%. Operating income saw a significant rise of 73% to $4.8 million, while net income grew 66.5% to $3.8 million. The company booked $36.4 million in new orders, representing a 5.2% increase from the prior year. Working capital strengthened to $15.1 million, and the company successfully paid down its credit facility to zero in Q1 2025.
Optex Systems Holdings (Nasdaq: OPXS) has secured a three-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from DLA Land and Marine for Optically Improved Periscopes, valued at up to $6.5 million with two additional option years. The contract involves the supply of laser-protected periscopes for domestic armored vehicle manufacturers, providing real-time situational awareness while protecting against harmful laser strikes. The company's current backlog now exceeds $42 million.
Optex Systems Holdings (Nasdaq:OPXS) has secured a new $2.0 million contract for Laser Filter Units and Window Assemblies for Night Vision devices used by the U.S. Armed Forces. The deliveries are scheduled from March 2025 through February 2026. The company's Applied Optics Center (AOC) has enhanced its infrastructure to meet growing demand for specialized laser filters and coated optics. Following this new order, Optex's current backlog exceeds $42 million.
FRMO Corp has expanded its Board of Directors to nine members with the appointment of R. Rimmy Malhotra. The board now consists of nine directors, including five independent members. Malhotra, who serves as Managing Member and Portfolio Manager for Nicoya Fund LP, brings extensive experience in investment management. He previously managed the Gratio Values Fund and currently serves on the boards of HireQuest Inc and Optex System. The appointment comes as FRMO focuses on expanding and integrating several strategic investments approaching critical mass.
Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems, has announced $2.1 million in new contracts from two domestic customers for laser protected periscopes. These periscopes will support ongoing armored vehicle production, providing real-time situational awareness while protecting against harmful laser strikes.
The deliveries are expected to occur over the next 18 months. CEO Danny Schoening emphasized Optex's continued support for domestic armored vehicle manufacturers. With this new order, Optex's current backlog now exceeds $45 million.
Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS) reported strong financial results for Q3 2024. Revenue increased by 26.3% to $9.06 million for the quarter and 39.6% to $24.55 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2024. Gross profit surged 68.3% to $2.88 million for Q3 and 78.8% to $7.12 million for the nine-month period. The company's backlog grew 9.1% to $45.6 million compared to October 1, 2023. Net income more than doubled to $1.26 million for Q3 and tripled to $2.75 million for the nine-month period. The improved performance was attributed to increased deliveries, easing supply chain constraints, and improved operational efficiency.
Optex Systems, a key manufacturer of optical sighting systems, has secured a $2.5 million contract for Laser Filter Units for the XM-157 NGWS Scope.
This contract will span from August 2024 to July 2025. According to Bill Bates, General Manager of Applied Optics Center, the company remains dedicated to safeguarding the eyesight of U.S. military users through advanced laser protection devices.
With this new contract, Optex's backlog now exceeds $47 million, indicating strong future revenue prospects.
Optex Systems Holdings (NASDAQ:OPXS) announced its financial results for the three and six months ending March 31, 2024. The company reported a 33.8% revenue increase to $8.5 million for the quarter and a 48.8% increase to $15.5 million for the six-month period, driven by higher deliveries in both the Richardson and Applied Optics Center segments.
Gross profit surged by 64.6% to $2.6 million for the quarter and by 86.9% to $4.2 million for the six-month period. Operating income rose by $0.7 million to $1.4 million for the quarter and by $1.6 million to $1.9 million for the six months. The company had a net income of $1.1 million for the quarter and $1.5 million for the six-month period.
As of March 31, 2024, Optex reported $13.6 million in working capital, $0.3 million in cash, and an outstanding payable balance of $0.5 million against its line of credit. New orders decreased by 6.3% to $17.9 million, while the backlog increased to $44.2 million.