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- **FUEL CHEM Segment Surges**: 2025 revenue guidance raised to $16.5M-$17M, up 10% YoY, driven by new customer demonstration and legacy dispatch growth.
- **APC Backlog Expansion**: $9.5 million backlog (+55% YoY), with $3.2 million in Q3 wins and $3M-$5M in pipeline for year-end closure.
- **Strategic Acquisition Payoff**: $350,000 Wahlco IP acquisition to generate $2M+ in annual aftermarket revenue and enable $10M+ capital project wins by 2026.
- **Data Center Gold Rush**: $80M-$100M SCR pipeline targeting AI/data center power generation, with 2-3 deals expected to close by Q1 2026.
- **Financial Strength**: $34 million cash, no debt, and 49% gross margins position company for growth in high-demand power generation and emissions control markets.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Profitable Q3 2025**: Operated with positive net income of $303,000 and enhanced gross margins to 49% of revenues, up from 43% in Q3 2024. Maintained strong financial position with $34 million in cash and no long-term debt.
- **FUEL CHEM Growth**: Segment revenue rose to $4.8 million, driving full-year guidance to $16.5M-$17M (up from $15M-$16M). New 6-month demonstration program with a U.S. customer could add $2.5M-$3M annual revenue in 2026.
- **APC Segment Challenges**: Q3 revenue declined due to project timing, but secured $3.2 million in new contracts, raising backlog to $9.5 million. Pursuing $3M-$5M in additional contracts by year-end.
- **Strategic Acquisition**: Acquired Wahlco, Inc.'s APC IP for $350,000, adding flue gas conditioning and urea-to-ammonia technologies. Anticipates near-term aftermarket contributions and long-term capital project opportunities.
- **Data Center Pipeline**: $80M-$100M pipeline for SCR solutions, with 2-3 commercial opportunities expected to close by Q1 2026. Engaging turbine OEMs, aircraft engine repurposers, and system integrators.
- **DGI Progress**: Extended demonstration at a Midwest fish hatchery until Q1 2026. Expanded sales network to target pulp, food, and chemical markets.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue Performance**: Q3 2025 revenue $7.5 million (-5% YoY) due to APC timing, offset by FUEL CHEM growth (+4%).
- **Gross Margin Expansion**: 49% (vs. 43% YoY), driven by FUEL CHEM volume and APC ancillary sales (spares, services).
- **Cost Management**: Flat SG&A at $3.2 million, R&D up 25% to $450,000 for DGI. Positive operating cash flow of $4.6 million YTD.
- **Profitability**: Net income $0.01 per share (vs. $0.00 YoY). Adjusted EBITDA $228,000 (vs. -$35,000 YoY).
- **Balance Sheet**: $33.8 million in cash, $41 million in equity, and no debt.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Acquisition Monetization**: Minimal incremental investment needed. Near-term aftermarket gains, with capital project wins expected in 2026+.
- **Data Center Strategy**: Engaging turbine OEMs, aircraft engine repurposers, and integrators. 2-3 commercial deals could close by Q1 2026, with potential for platform expansion.
- **Pipeline Visibility**: $80M-$100M data center pipeline, excluding $10M-$20M traditional APC opportunities. Q4 2025 cash flat to slightly down from Q3 levels.

Fuel Tech, Inc. (FTEK) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **$100M Data Center Pipeline**: Fuel Tech targets SCR systems for AI data centers, with $100 million in active bids for 1-30 units/site.
- **FUEL CHEM Growth**: 2025 revenue expected to reach $15-16 million, up 33% YoY, driven by seasonal demand and a July record of $2 million/month.
- **Strong Financial Position**: $30.9 million cash, no debt, and 46% gross margin reflecting margin mix optimization.
- **Mexico Expansion**: Engaged discussions with partner for FUEL CHEM adoption amid new environmental policies, with equipment ready for rapid deployment.
- **DGI Commercialization**: 9-12-month demonstration underway, with first commercial revenues expected in 2025.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Guidance Adjustment**: Reduced 2025 revenue guidance to $28-29 million (from $30 million) due to APC contract timing uncertainty, while maintaining confidence in FUEL CHEM exceeding 2024 levels.
- **FUEL CHEM Outlook**: Targets $15-16 million in 2025 revenue, driven by seasonal demand and a July record of $2 million/month. A potential $2-2.5 million TIFI demonstration in Q4 could add incremental revenue.
- **APC Pipeline**: $2.5-3 million new contracts expected by August, with $3-5 million more by year-end. Data center-related bids total $100 million, focusing on SCR technology for combustion turbines.
- **DGI Progress**: 9-12-month fish hatchery demonstration underway, with first commercial revenues expected in 2025. Sales network expansion continues.
- **Mexico Expansion**: Engaged discussions with partner for FUEL CHEM adoption amid new environmental policies, with equipment ready for rapid deployment.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Q2 Financials**: Consolidated revenue $5.6 million (down 14% YoY), with FUEL CHEM flat at $3.1 million and APC down 36% to $2.5 million. Gross margin improved to 46% (vs. 42% YoY) due to margin mix.
- **Backlog**: $7.1 million as of Q2, with $5 million expected to convert in 12 months. SG&A expenses stable at $3.2 million, R&D up 16% to $490,000 for DGI.
- **Balance Sheet**: $30.9 million cash and investments, no debt. Cash per share $1, supporting growth initiatives.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Data Center Opportunities**: $100 million pipeline for SCR systems, with bids for 1-30 units/site. Production scalability via suppliers, with $1-2.5 million/unit revenue potential.
- **Mexico Strategy**: Partner engagement with new administration, focusing on PEMEX/CFE emissions compliance. Rapid deployment capability for FUEL CHEM.
- **DGI Commercialization**: Demonstration costs as R&D expense; first revenues expected in 2025. Sales network expansion to target multiple end markets.
- **APC Execution**: $2.5-3 million new contracts by August, with $3-5 million more by year-end. Ancillary revenue offsets project timing volatility.


Fuel Tech (FTEK)-6 Aug 25-2025 Q2 Earnings call transcript

- **Revenue Surge**: Q1 2025 revenue up 29% to $6.4 million, with FUEL CHEM contributing 80% of total.
- **APC Momentum**: Backlog jumps 66% to $10.3 million, signaling future growth.
- **DGI Breakthrough**: Aquaculture demo begins in May, with sales rep network expanding.
- **Financial Stability**: $31.2 million cash reserves, no debt, and narrowed EBITDA loss.
- **Strategic Focus**: Datacenter tech bids, Mexico market expansion, and DGI commercialization driving 2025 outlook.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Q1 2025 revenue rose 29% YoY to $6.4 million, driven by FUEL CHEM segment growth (92% YoY to $5.1 million). APC segment revenue declined due to project timing but saw a 66% increase in backlog to $10.3 million.
- **FUEL CHEM Success**: Best Q1 performance in 10 years, with new commercial accounts and returning base accounts. TIFI technology demo expected in Q3 2025 in the Midwest.
- **APC Backlog**: $10.3 million at Q1 end, up from $6.2 million at Q4 2024, with $6.9 million expected to be recognized in the next 12 months.
- **DGI Progress**: Aquaculture demo starting in May 2025, with defined test protocols. Sales rep agreements signed for pulp, paper, and horticulture markets.
- **Guidance**: 2025 revenue target of $30 million, excluding DGI contributions.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Health**: Net loss of $739,000 (vs. net income of $281,000 in Q1 2024), but adjusted EBITDA loss narrowed to $735,000 (from $1.5 million YoY). Cash and investments total $31.2 million, with no debt.
- **Margins**: Consolidated gross margin improved to 46% (from 41% YoY), driven by FUEL CHEM margins of 50%.
- **R&D Investment**: $570,000 in Q1 for DGI, up from $376,000 YoY.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Datacenter Opportunities**: Targeting $1-2 million per unit for SCR/ULTRA tech, with potential for multi-unit contracts. Working with OEMs and major tech companies.
- **Mexico Market**: Government focus on pollution control may drive FUEL CHEM adoption, but dependent on funding allocation.
- **DGI Commercialization**: First demo in aquaculture, with proposals pending. Sales reps expanding into new markets.
- **Buyback Consideration**: Board evaluating cash use, prioritizing growth opportunities over buybacks for now.

Fuel Tech (FTEK)-13 May 25-2025 Q1 Earnings call transcript

- **2025 Revenue Target**: Exceeds $30 million, driven by FUEL CHEM operational stability and $4-5 million in new APC contracts.
- **FUEL CHEM Momentum**: Base accounts at normalized rates, with incremental contributions from a new customer.
- **APC Pipeline**: $1.6 million in recent awards and $4-5 million expected by Q2 2025, targeting municipal waste and data centers.
- **DGI Progress**: Q2 2025 demonstration with potential 2025 commercial revenue in aquaculture and wastewater.
- **Margins Outlook**: FUEL CHEM gross margin to return to 49-50%, APC margin dependent on product mix.


**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **2024 Financial Overview**: Total revenue of $25.1 million, with FUEL CHEM segment growth offset by delays in APC projects. 2025 outlook targets over $30 million in revenue, driven by FUEL CHEM operational stability and new APC contracts.
- **FUEL CHEM Highlights**: Base accounts operating at normalized rates, with incremental contributions from a new customer added in Q4 2024. A potential new Midwest account could begin demonstrations late in Q3 2025.
- **APC Opportunities**: $1.6 million in recent awards and expectations for $4-5 million in new contracts by Q2 2025. Focus on municipal solid waste and data center power generation projects.
- **DGI Progress**: Extended demonstration scheduled for Q2 2025, with potential commercial opportunities in aquaculture, wastewater treatment, and other industries.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Q4 2024 Results**: Revenue of $5.3 million (-16% YoY), gross margin of 42% (down 9% YoY), and net loss of $1.9 million. APC segment revenue declined due to project timing.
- **2024 Full Year**: Revenue of $25.1 million (-17% YoY in APC), gross margin of 42%, and net loss of $1.9 million. SG&A expenses increased 7% to $13.8 million.
- **2025 Outlook**: Expect $30+ million in revenue, with potential for margin improvement in FUEL CHEM and APC. R&D investment continues for DGI commercialization.

**【Q&A Key Points】**
- **FUEL CHEM Growth Drivers**: Equipment uptime and new customer contributions. 2025 revenue growth not reliant on new regulatory tailwinds.
- **APC Backlog**: $6.2 million at year-end, with $4.5 million expected to convert in 2025. New contracts expected to lift Q2+ revenue.
- **DGI Commercialization**: Potential 2025 revenue from rental or capital sales, with focus on aquaculture and wastewater treatment.
- **Data Center Opportunities**: SCR systems for gas turbines in backup and primary power applications, with bids in progress.
- **R&D & SG&A**: 2025 expenses expected to increase modestly, with continued DGI investment.


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