10-Q: Duos Technologies Q2 Revenue Soars on New Ventures

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Quarterly Report 14 August 2025 4:52 PM

📋All filings for Duos Technologies Group, INC

Duos Technologies Group, Inc. reported a significant revenue increase in Q2 2025, driven by new asset management and hosting segments, despite delays in its core technology systems business.

Delay expectedDelays in deployment of two high-speed Railcar Inspection Portals due to customer delays at the deployment site.Anticipated potential further delays related to the RIP project due to reviews currently being conducted by the Federal Government.

Capital raiseRaised approximately $3,544,689 in gross proceeds through its At-The-Market (ATM) offering program in 2024.Secured an additional $3,954,940 in gross proceeds through its ATM offering program during the first two months of 2025.Raised $1,835,874 in gross proceeds through its ATM offering program during the second quarter of 2025.Raised an additional $3,136,533 through its ATM offering program in July 2025.Priced a public offering on July 30, 2025, of 6,666,667 shares of common stock at $6.00 per share, resulting in net proceeds of approximately $37.1 million, which closed on August 1, 2025.Granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 838,851 shares in connection with the public offering.Issued a warrant to purchase 333,334 shares at an exercise price of $7.20 per share in connection with the public offering.The company may selectively look at opportunities for fundraising in the future, including potential debt offerings to support asset acquisition.

Better than expectedTotal revenues increased by 314% for the six months ended June 30, 2025, significantly exceeding prior year performance.Gross margin improved substantially from a negative value to a positive $2,832,615.Net loss decreased by 6%, and net loss per share improved from $(0.81) to $(0.48).The company successfully secured a public offering for $37.1 million in net proceeds post-period, addressing liquidity concerns.

Summary

Total revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2025, increased by 314% to $10,688,226, compared to $2,581,176 for the same period in 2024.
Services and consulting revenue surged by 417% to $10,574,145, primarily due to the Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR, which generated $6,866,903 in revenue.
Revenue from the 5% non-voting equity interest in Sawgrass APR Holdings, LLC contributed $1,808,250 with a 100% margin.
Technology systems revenue decreased by 80% to $106,081, mainly due to customer and federal government-related delays in deploying Railcar Inspection Portals (RIPs).
Gross margin improved significantly to $2,832,615 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from a deficit of $(119,932) in the prior year.
Net loss decreased by 6% to $(5,597,694) for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $(5,956,480) in 2024.
Basic and diluted net loss per share improved to $(0.48) from $(0.81) year-over-year.
Operating expenses increased by 38% to $8,062,926, largely due to non-cash stock-based compensation and cash bonuses related to the APR transaction.
Cash used in operating activities increased to $(7,875,737) for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from $(3,940,984) in 2024.
The company's cash balance at June 30, 2025, was $1,474,395, down from $6,266,296 at December 31, 2024.
A working capital deficit of $8,296,491 and an accumulated deficit of $79,965,703 were reported as of June 30, 2025.
Subsequent to the quarter, the company completed a public offering, raising approximately $37.1 million in net proceeds, and terminated its At-The-Market (ATM) offering program.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The company shows strong revenue growth and improved gross margin driven by successful diversification into new, high-potential segments. The significant capital raise post-period end substantially improves liquidity and addresses going concern risks. However, persistent delays in the core technology segment and increased cash burn in operations temper the overall positive outlook, indicating a transitional phase with both opportunities and challenges.

Positives

Total revenues increased by 314% for the six months ended June 30, 2025, driven by new strategic initiatives.
Services and consulting revenue grew by 417%, primarily from the Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR.
The company recognized $1,808,250 in revenue from its 5% non-voting equity interest in Sawgrass APR Holdings, LLC, contributing at a 100% gross margin.
Gross margin significantly improved from a negative value in 2024 to $2,832,615 in 2025.
Net loss decreased by 6% and net loss per share improved from $(0.81) to $(0.48).
The company successfully raised approximately $37.1 million in net proceeds from a public offering in August 2025, significantly bolstering its balance sheet.
The first Edge Data Center site is operational, with 14 more expected in the second half of 2025, indicating progress in a new growth area.
A long-term agreement with a major Class 1 railroad for data access from RIPs could open new subscription-based revenue streams.

Negatives

Technology systems revenue decreased by 80% due to customer and federal government-related deployment delays for Railcar Inspection Portals (RIPs).
Cash used in operating activities nearly doubled, increasing to $(7,875,737) for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
The company reported a working capital deficit of $8,296,491 and an accumulated deficit of $79,965,703 as of June 30, 2025.
General and administration costs increased by 73%, largely due to non-cash stock-based compensation and cash bonuses.
Interest expense increased significantly to $(409,926) due to the amortization of a $2.2 million debt discount from new notes payable.

Risks

Ongoing contract delays in the traditional market space, particularly for Railcar Inspection Portals, could strain cash reserves.
Potential further delays related to Federal Government reviews for the RIP deployment project.
Technology adoption within the rail industry can be a gradual process, requiring substantial capital investment from customers.
Dependence on timely payments from customers for projects and work in process.
Reliance on a limited pool of vendors for key components in manufacturing subsystems.
Cash balances at financial institutions may exceed federally insured limits, posing a risk if the institution fails or access to funds is restricted.
The company's ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on executing its business plan, generating sufficient revenue, and achieving consistent profitability.

Future Outlook

The company is focused on improving operational and technical execution to enable commercial expansion and new technology offerings. Key objectives for 2025 and beyond include the integration and deployment of additional Edge Data Centers, capitalizing on demand for behind-the-meter energy solutions through the Asset Management Agreement, shifting the RIP business model to modular and subscription-based services, deploying AI-powered self-diagnostics, enhancing AI and automation, and exploring new vehicle inspection markets. The company anticipates continued growth in services revenue from both its rail and power businesses throughout 2025, driven by anticipated power plant deployments, expansion of maintenance services for new rail installations, and renewal of existing service agreements. Management believes current capital and revenues are sufficient to fund operations for the next twelve months, with potential future fundraising through debt offerings to support asset acquisition.

Management Comments

"We believe that the customer is approaching the completion of the local site preparation and is preparing for field installation later this year."
"The Company is anticipating potential further delays related to this project in light of reviews currently being conducted by the Federal Government."
"In spite of the timing delays that continue to impact the quarterly results, management remains confident in the long-term potential of the RIP product."
"The Company expects services revenue from both its rail and power businesses to grow throughout 2025."
"Overall, the Company continues to focus on stabilizing operating expenses while meeting the increased needs of our customers."
"We have analyzed our cash flow under stress test conditions and have determined that we have sufficient liquid assets on hand or available via the capital markets to maintain operations for at least twelve months from the issuance date of this report."
"Management has taken and continues to take actions including, but not limited to, elimination of certain costs that do not contribute to short term revenue, and re-aligning both management and staffing with a focus on improving certain skill sets necessary to build growth and profitability and focusing product strategy on opportunities that are likely to bear results in the relatively short term."
"The Company believes that, with the combination of its current capital and commercial sales success, it will have sufficient working capital to meet its obligations over the following twelve months."
"In the last twelve months the Company has seen growth in its contracted backlog as well as significant, positive signs from new commercial projects that indicate improvements in future revenues."
"Management believes that, at this time, the conditions in our traditional market space with ongoing contract delays, the consequent need to procure certain materials in advance of a binding contract and the additional time needed to execute on new contracts previously reported could put a strain on our cash reserves."
"However, given the Company’s current capital, the anticipated steady cash flow from the AMA and the ability to raise capital via the public markets indicate there is no substantial doubt for the Company to continue as a going concern for a period of twelve months."
"We expect to continue executing the plan to grow our business and achieve profitability as previously discussed."
"While no assurance can be provided, management believes that these actions provide the opportunity for the Company to continue as a going concern and to grow its business and achieve profitability with access to additional capital funding."

Industry Context

Duos Technologies is strategically diversifying beyond its core rail technology into the rapidly growing Edge Computing and power generation markets. This expansion positions the company to capitalize on increasing demand for localized data processing in rural areas and for behind-the-meter energy solutions, particularly for large data centers supporting AI hyperscalers. While the rail industry's technology adoption can be slow, Duos aims to accelerate it by demonstrating clear ROI and securing long-term service agreements. The move into power generation, exemplified by the significant Asset Management Agreement with Fortress Investment Group, aligns with broader industry trends towards distributed energy and specialized power solutions for data-intensive applications.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The company's expansion into Edge Data Centers (EDCs) targets Tier 3 and 4 markets, which are often underserved by traditional large-scale data centers, providing a niche competitive advantage.
The Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR Energy, managing 850 MW of electrical generation capacity, positions the company in the fast power sector, a growing area for flexible and rapid deployment energy solutions, comparable to specialized energy service providers rather than traditional utilities.
The shift to a modular and subscription-based 'RIP-as-a-Service' model aligns with broader software and technology industry trends towards recurring revenue models, offering more predictable income streams compared to one-time system sales.
The company's focus on AI-powered self-diagnostics and enhanced automation for its RIP systems aims to improve uptime and predictive maintenance, which are critical performance indicators in the industrial and transportation technology sectors, seeking to reduce operational disruptions for customers.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
CEO	N/A	Charles P. Ferry	2024-12-31	Assumed additional roles as CEO of New APR and Executive Chairman/Board Member of New APR as part of the Asset Management Agreement.
COO	N/A	Christopher King	2024-12-31	Assumed similar positions with New APR as part of the Asset Management Agreement.
CFO	N/A	Adrian G. Goldfarb	2024-12-31	Appointed as an observer on the board of New APR, with no executive role or management responsibilities at the new entity.
Executive Leadership Team	N/A	Various	2025-01-01	Granted 1,841,898 shares of restricted stock under new employment agreements with a three-year cliff vesting schedule.
Employee	N/A	N/A	2025-03-26	Issued a restricted stock award of 100,000 shares with 3-year cliff vesting.
Director	N/A	Mr. Ehrman	2025-03-31	Issued 10,000 shares of restricted common stock.
Director	N/A	Mr. Mavrommatis	2025-03-31	Issued 10,000 shares of restricted common stock.
Director	N/A	Mr. Ehrman	2025-04-09	Issued 10,000 shares of restricted common stock with a 90-day cliff vesting period, and remaining vesting period for a previous grant was removed.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Equity Incentive Plan Amendment	The Board adopted an amendment to the 2021 Equity Incentive Plan, increasing the number of shares or share equivalents issuable to 2,500,000, or a formula-based number tied to fully diluted common equivalent share capitalization (excluding warrants and options) starting February 1, 2025. This was approved by shareholders on September 30, 2024.	2024-08-06	Increases the pool of shares available for employee and director incentives, potentially aiding talent attraction and retention, but also leading to increased stock-based compensation expense and potential dilution.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)	The ESPP, adopted in Q4 2022 and effective January 1, 2023, allows eligible employees to purchase common stock at a discounted price (85% of fair market value on first trading day or purchase date, whichever is lower) through payroll deductions. The maximum aggregate number of shares issuable is 1,000,000.	2023-01-01	Serves as a compensatory plan to incentivize and retain employees by offering discounted stock purchases, contributing to stock-based compensation expense.

Legal Proceedings

The company is not currently involved in any litigation that is believed to have a material adverse effect on its financial condition or results of operations.
There are no pending or threatened actions, suits, proceedings, inquiries, or investigations by any court, public board, government agency, self-regulatory organization, or body that could have a material adverse effect.

Related Party Transactions

The company utilized Landstar System, Inc. for shipping services, expensing $15,785 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Frank Lonegro, a director of the company, is the CEO of Landstar, but was not involved in the selection or approval of these transactions.
The company entered into an Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR Energy, LLC, an entity formed by affiliates of Fortress Investment Group (FIG). Charles Ferry (CEO) and Christopher King (COO) serve in similar positions with New APR, and Adrian Goldfarb (CFO) is an observer on New APR's board. The company covers full compensation for Mr. Ferry, Mr. King, and one other employee, with New APR covering 50% of that cost.
The company holds a 5% non-voting ownership interest in Sawgrass APR Holdings, LLC (Sawgrass Parent), the ultimate parent company of New APR, which is accounted for as an equity method investment.
The company borrowed $2,200,000 from two institutional investors (21 April Fund LP and 21 April Fund Ltd.) who are considered related parties due to collectively holding more than 10% of the company's voting common stock. Early repayments of $1,000,000 were made during the six months ended June 30, 2025.

Stakeholder Impact

**Shareholders:** Experience dilution from significant common stock issuances through ATM offerings and a public offering, but also benefit from a strengthened balance sheet and reduced net loss. The new ventures (Edge AI, Asset Management) offer potential for future growth and profitability.
**Employees:** Benefit from new employment agreements, restricted stock grants, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, enhancing compensation and alignment with company performance. Certain management members have expanded roles with related parties.
**Customers:** Delays in RIP deployment may impact customer timelines, but the expansion into Edge Data Centers and power generation offers new solutions and services. The shift to RIP-as-a-Service aims to provide more flexible and scalable options.
**Creditors:** The recent public offering significantly improves the company's liquidity and ability to meet financial obligations, reducing credit risk. Early repayment of secured promissory notes also demonstrates financial prudence.

Next Steps

Deploy an additional 14 Edge Data Centers in the second half of 2025.
Continue executing the Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR, anticipating deployment of additional power plants.
Expand maintenance services related to new rail installations coming online.
Renew existing service agreements.
Continue refining proprietary AI solutions for improved inspection accuracy and operational efficiency.
Explore applications for scanning and inspecting other vehicle types, including trucks, buses, and aircraft.
Focus on demonstrating clear ROI for solutions to accelerate technology adoption within the rail industry.
Ensure compliance with evolving Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Association of American Railroad (AAR) standards.
Potentially pursue future fundraising opportunities, including debt offerings, to support asset acquisition.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2021-07-26	Company entered a new operating lease agreement for office and warehouse space.
2021-11-01	Commencement date of the new operating lease agreement.
2021-11-24	Lease amended to commence on December 1, 2021, and end on May 31, 2032.
2022-09-28	Company amended articles of incorporation to designate 4,000 shares as Series D Convertible Preferred Stock.
2022-09-30	Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to sell 999 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock.
2022-10-29	Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to sell 300 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock.
2023-01-01	Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) became effective.
2023-03-27	Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to sell 4,000 shares of Series E Convertible Preferred Stock.
2023-05-16	Stockholders approved the convertibility of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock into common stock at the Annual Meeting.
2023-06-29	Company completed the sale of assets related to its Integrated Correctional Automation System (iCAS) business.
2023-08-02	Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to sell 5,000 shares of Series F Convertible Preferred Stock.
2023-11-09	Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to sell 2,500 shares of Series E Convertible Preferred Stock.
2023-11-10	Company and holders of Series F Convertible Preferred Stock entered into Exchange Agreements, converting Series F to Series E.
2024-02-03	Company entered into an agreement with its insurance provider by issuing Insurance Note 2 and Insurance Note 3.
2024-03-22	Company entered into Securities Purchase Agreements to sell additional Series D and E Convertible Preferred Stock.
2024-04-15	Company entered into an agreement with its insurance provider by issuing Insurance Note 1.
2024-04-23	Two shareholders converted 225 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock into common stock.
2024-04-30	Two shareholders converted 350 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock into common stock.
2024-05-07	A shareholder converted 75 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock into common stock.
2024-05-17	Company entered into an At-the-Market Issuance Sales Agreement with Ascendiant Capital Markets, LLC.
2024-05-31	End date of the amended operating lease agreement.
2024-06-30	End of the six-month offering period for the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, resulting in common stock issuance.
2024-07-22	Company and Duos Edge entered into secured promissory notes with two institutional investors (related parties).
2024-08-06	Board adopted an amendment to the 2021 Plan increasing the number of shares issuable.
2024-09-19	Warrants issued in connection with secured promissory notes were exercised, and the conversion price for Series E Preferred Stock was lowered to $2.61.
2024-09-30	Shareholders approved the amendment to the 2021 Plan.
2024-10-31	125 outstanding shares of Series E Preferred Stock were converted into common stock.
2024-11-01	Company entered into a Master Lease Agreement for a total lease obligation of $2,662,282.
2024-11-30	Sawgrass Buyer LLC (Fortress Investment Group entity) executed an asset purchase agreement with Atlas Corporation, APR Energy Holdings Limited.
2024-12-10	Fixed monthly payments commenced under the Master Lease Agreement.
2024-12-31	Transaction with Sawgrass Buyer LLC closed; Asset Management Agreement (AMA) with New APR entered into; Company received 5% non-voting ownership interest in Sawgrass Parent.
2025-01-01	Revenue recognition began for the Asset Management Agreement (AMA) and the 5% equity interest in Sawgrass Parent.
2025-01-02	New employment agreements for executive leadership team became effective.
2025-02-05	A holder of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock converted 300 shares into 100,000 shares of Common Stock.
2025-03-26	Company issued a restricted stock award to an employee.
2025-03-31	Company issued 9,360 shares of common stock for board fees to four directors; issued 10,000 shares of restricted common stock to Mr. Ehrman and Mr. Mavrommatis.
2025-04-09	Company issued 10,000 shares of restricted common stock to Mr. Ehrman and removed remaining vesting period for previous grant.
2025-04-14	Company entered into the First Amendment to At-The-Market Issuance Sales Agreement, increasing capacity by $8,850,000.
2025-05-27	Company entered into the Second Amendment to At-The-Market Issuance Sales Agreement, further increasing capacity to $10,500,000.
2025-05-28	A shareholder converted 1,000 shares of Series E Convertible Preferred Stock into 383,143 shares of common stock.
2025-06-01	Master capital lease agreement with Region 16 Education Service Center commenced.
2025-06-30	End of the six-month offering period for the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, resulting in common stock issuance; Company issued 5,419 shares of common stock for board fees to three directors.
2025-07-15	Last day of sales under the At-The-Market Sales Agreement.
2025-07-30	Company priced a public offering of 6,666,667 shares of common stock at $6.00 per share.
2025-08-01	Public offering closed, resulting in net proceeds of approximately $37.1 million.
2025-08-06	Company made a $1,388,356 payment toward the principal and interest balance of the secured promissory notes, reducing the outstanding principal to zero.
2025-08-13	Company provided notice of immediate termination of the At-The-Market Issuance Sales Agreement.
2025-08-14	Date of filing of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

Recommendation

hold

The company is undergoing a significant strategic transformation, marked by substantial revenue growth from new ventures in asset management and hosting, which is a strong positive. The recent $37.1 million capital raise has significantly improved its liquidity position, mitigating immediate going concern risks. However, the core technology systems business continues to face material delays, and the company still operates at a net loss with a working capital deficit. While the long-term potential of the new segments is promising, their sustained profitability and the resolution of challenges in the traditional business need to be demonstrated. Given the mixed performance and the ongoing transition, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate for a seasoned investor, suggesting observation of execution on new strategies and resolution of existing operational hurdles before a more definitive stance.

Keywords

Machine Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Railcar Inspection Portal, Edge Data Centers, Power Generation, Asset Management, SEC Filing, Quarterly Report, Financial Results, DUOT, Technology Systems, Services and Consulting, Hosting Revenue, Capital Raise, Liquidity, Corporate Governance

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