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Fuel Tech (FTEK) grants director Douglas Bailey 15,000 RSUs

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BAILEY DOUGLAS G reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

FUEL TECH, INC. director Douglas G. Bailey received a grant of 15,000 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), each representing a contingent right to one share of Fuel Tech common stock. The grant was approved by the non-employee directors of the Compensation Committee on June 3, 2026.

The RSUs vest on the one-year anniversary of the June 4, 2026 transaction date, meaning Bailey must remain eligible through that period to receive the underlying 15,000 common shares. Following this grant, he holds 15,000 RSUs directly as reported in this filing.

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Insider BAILEY DOUGLAS G
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Restricted Stock Units 15,000 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 15,000 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents a contingent right to receive one stock of FTEK Common Stock. The grant of the Restricted Stock Units was approved by the non-employee directors of the Compensation Committee of Fuel Tech, Inc. on June 3, 2026. The Restricted Stock Units vest on the one-year anniversary after the transaction date shown above.
RSUs granted 15,000 units Restricted Stock Units granted to director on June 4, 2026
Underlying common shares 15,000 shares Each RSU represents one share of Fuel Tech common stock
Grant approval date June 3, 2026 Approved by non-employee directors of Compensation Committee
Vesting schedule One-year cliff vesting RSUs vest on one-year anniversary of June 4, 2026 transaction date
Price per RSU $0.00 per unit Transaction price and conversion price reported as 0.0000
RSUs held after grant 15,000 units Total RSUs directly held following the reported transaction
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each Restricted Stock Unit represents a contingent right to receive one stock of FTEK Common Stock."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Compensation Committee financial
"The grant of the Restricted Stock Units was approved by the non-employee directors of the Compensation Committee of Fuel Tech, Inc."
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
contingent right financial
"Each Restricted Stock Unit represents a contingent right to receive one stock of FTEK Common Stock."
vest financial
"The Restricted Stock Units vest on the one-year anniversary after the transaction date shown above."
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
BAILEY DOUGLAS G
(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O FUEL TECH, 27601 BELLA VISTA PARKWAY
(Street)
WARRENVILLE ILLINOIS 60555
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
FUEL TECH, INC. [ FTEK ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/04/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units(1)06/04/2026A15,000 (2) (2)Common Stock15,000$015,000D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents a contingent right to receive one stock of FTEK Common Stock. The grant of the Restricted Stock Units was approved by the non-employee directors of the Compensation Committee of Fuel Tech, Inc. on June 3, 2026.
2. The Restricted Stock Units vest on the one-year anniversary after the transaction date shown above.
/s/ Douglas G Bailey06/04/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Fuel Tech (FTEK) director Douglas Bailey receive in this Form 4 filing?

Director Douglas G. Bailey received a grant of 15,000 Restricted Stock Units. Each RSU is a contingent right to one share of Fuel Tech common stock, reflecting stock-based compensation rather than a cash payment or open-market share purchase or sale.

When do Douglas Bailey’s 15,000 Fuel Tech (FTEK) RSUs vest?

The 15,000 Restricted Stock Units vest on the one-year anniversary of the June 4, 2026 transaction date. Bailey must remain eligible through that year for the RSUs to convert into 15,000 shares of Fuel Tech common stock under the award’s terms.

Who approved the 15,000 RSU grant reported for Fuel Tech (FTEK) director Bailey?

The grant of 15,000 Restricted Stock Units to Douglas G. Bailey was approved by the non-employee directors of Fuel Tech’s Compensation Committee on June 3, 2026. This indicates the award is part of the company’s formal director compensation process.

Does this Fuel Tech (FTEK) Form 4 show a stock purchase or sale by Douglas Bailey?

No, the Form 4 reports a grant of 15,000 Restricted Stock Units, not an open-market purchase or sale. RSUs are stock-based compensation that may convert into common shares upon vesting, here after one year from the June 4, 2026 transaction date.

How many Fuel Tech (FTEK) RSUs does Douglas Bailey hold after this transaction?

After this transaction, Douglas G. Bailey holds 15,000 Restricted Stock Units directly. These RSUs each represent a contingent right to receive one share of Fuel Tech common stock, subject to vesting on the one-year anniversary of the June 4, 2026 transaction date.