Backlog and Bookings Strength
Ending backlog approximately $36.6M and new orders increased 3.8% year-over-year to $16.3M for the first half, providing visibility into the remainder of fiscal 2026 and steady bookings tied to defense programs.
Full-Year Guidance
Company reiterated full-year revenue guidance of $43M to $45M and adjusted EBITDA guidance of $7.5M to $8.5M, signaling management expectation of a stronger second half as delayed awards move forward.
Improved Gross Margins
Quarter gross margin improved to 35.2% from 31.3% (a +3.9 percentage-point improvement). Six-month gross margin was 29.2% versus 29.0% prior year (+0.2 percentage points). Management attributed improvement to completion of legacy loss-making periscope contracts, better pricing on newer programs, and operational efficiencies.
Maintained Gross Profit Despite Timing Headwinds
Gross profit remained $3.4M for the quarter and $5.5M for the six months, described as 'consistent with prior year periods' despite lower revenue in the quarter.
No Debt on Revolving Credit Facility and Strong Working Capital
Ended the quarter with no outstanding debt on the revolving credit facility. Working capital improved to $22.6M from $21.1M at fiscal year end (+7.1%).
Investments to Support Growth
Invested $800K in capital equipment in the first half, with $1.1M additional committed and full-year capex guidance of $2.0M to $2.5M to support capacity expansion, new product lines, R&D and prototyping.