MIND TECHNOLOGY INC

Previous wording

Revenue from the Seamap Marine Products business relates to sales of Seamap products, which operates from locations near Bristol, United Kingdom; Huntsville, Texas; Johor, Malaysia and in Singapore.

Current wording

Revenue from the Seamap Marine Products business relates to sales of Seamap products, which operates from locations near Bristol, United Kingdom; Huntsville, Texas; Johor, Malaysia and in Singapore. The majority of our revenues are contracted through our Singapore subsidiary, Seamap Pte Ltd. The majority of manufacturing activity is performed, and therefore the majority of our material purchases are made, by Seamap Pte Ltd or our Malaysian subsidiary, Seamap (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.

Previous wording

Management believes that the performance of our continued operations is indicated by revenues from sales of products and by gross profit from those sales. Management monitors EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, both as defined and reconciled to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), in the following table, as key indicators of our overall performance and liquidity.

Current wording

Management believes that the performance of our continued operations is indicated by revenues from sales of products and by gross profit from those sales and the operating profit for those operations. Management monitors EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, both as defined and reconciled to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), in the following table, as key indicators of our overall performance and liquidity.

Previous wording

Within our Seamap business, we design, manufacture and sell a variety of products used primarily in oceanographic, hydrographic, defense, seismic and maritime security industries. Seamap’s primary products include (i) the GunLink seismic source acquisition and control systems; (ii) the BuoyLink RGNSS positioning system used to provide precise positioning of seismic sources and streamers and (iii) SeaLink marine sensors and solid streamer systems (collectively, the “SeaLink” product line or “towed streamer products”). These towed streamer products are primarily designed for three-dimensional, high-resolution marine surveys in survey and exploration applications.

Current wording

Within our Seamap business, we design, manufacture and sell a variety of products used primarily in oceanographic, hydrographic, seismic and maritime security industries. Seamap’s primary products include (i) the GunLink seismic source acquisition and control systems; (ii) the BuoyLink RGNSS positioning system used to provide precise positioning of seismic sources and streamers and (iii) SeaLink marine sensors and solid streamer systems (collectively, the “SeaLink” product line or “towed streamer products”). These towed streamer products are primarily designed for three-dimensional, high-resolution marine surveys in survey and exploration applications.

Previous wording

Our financial results during fiscal year 2024 improved significantly when compared to fiscal 2023. Despite improving results, our operations continue to be impacted by the following factors:

Current wording

Our financial results during fiscal year 2025 improved significantly when compared to fiscal 2024.

Previous wording

In recent months, we have continued to experience significant inquiries and bid activity for our Seamap Marine products. As of January 31, 2024, our backlog of firm orders for Seamap Marine Products was approximately $38.4 million, which is an increase of approximately 145% from the $15.7 million reported at January 31, 2023. In addition, we continue to pursue a number of other significant opportunities and expect to secure additional orders, primarily for delivery in fiscal 2025 and beyond. The level of backlog at a particular point in time may not necessarily be indicative of results in subsequent periods as the size and delivery period of individual orders can vary significantly.

Current wording

We have continued to experience significant inquiries and bid activity for our Seamap Marine products. As of January 31, 2025, our backlog of firm orders for Seamap Marine Products was approximately $16.9 million, which is a decrease of approximately 56% from the $38.4 million reported at January 31, 2024. In addition, we continue to pursue a number of other significant opportunities and expect to secure additional orders, primarily for delivery in fiscal 2026 and beyond. Subsequent to January 31, 2025 we received orders totaling approximately $15.9 million, which amounts are not included in our backlog as of January 31, 2025. The level of backlog at a particular point in time may not necessarily be indicative of results in subsequent periods as the size and delivery period of individual orders can vary significantly. We believe our backlog as of January 31, 2024 provided visibility that allowed for improved production efficiency which in turn contributed to our improved results. Nonetheless, we believe there are other production efficiencies which can be obtained and could contribute to improved operating margins in fiscal 2026.

Previous wording

Based on our current backlog of orders, continued product inquiries, and current production and delivery schedules, we expect revenue in fiscal 2025 to exceed that of fiscal 2024. If revenues in fiscal 2025 increase as expected, we believe the Company will report net income from continuing operations and positive EBITDA for fiscal 2025. However, no assurances of such results can be made, and there are a number of risks which could cause results to be less than anticipated. Those risks include the following:

Current wording

Based on our current backlog of orders, pipeline of other prospects and continued product inquiries, and current production and delivery schedules, we expect revenue in fiscal 2026 to be comparable with fiscal 2025. If fiscal 2026 revenue is in-line with our expectations, we believe the Company will report net income and positive EBITDA for fiscal 2026. However, no assurances of such results can be made, and there are a number of risks which could cause results to be less than anticipated. Those risks include the following:

Previous wording

Specific applications within those markets include sea-floor survey, mineral and geophysical exploration and maritime security. We have existing technology and products that meet needs across all these markets such as -

Current wording

Specific applications within those markets include sea-floor survey, mineral and geophysical exploration and maritime security. We have existing technology and products that meet the needs in such markets -

Previous wording

In response, we have initiated certain strategic initiatives in order to exploit the opportunities that we perceive. These initiatives include the following:

Current wording

In response, we have initiated certain strategic initiatives in order to exploit the perceived opportunities including the following:

Previous wording

We believe that the above applications expand our addressable markets and provide opportunities for further growth in our revenues; however, neither initiative has produced material revenue to date.

Current wording

We believe that the above initiatives expand our addressable markets and provide opportunities for further growth in our revenues; however, none have produced material revenue to date.

Previous wording

General inflation levels have increased recently due in part to supply chain issues and geopolitical uncertainty. In addition, shortages of certain components, such as electronic components, have caused prices for available components to increase in some cases. These factors can be expected to have a negative impact on our costs; however, the magnitude of such an impact cannot be accurately determined. In response to these cost increases, in the first quarter of fiscal 2024, we increased the pricing for most of our products. The amount of the increase varies by product and ranged from approximately 5% to 10%.

Current wording

General inflation levels have increased recently due in part to supply chain issues and geopolitical uncertainty. In addition, shortages of certain components, such as electronic components, have caused prices for available components to increase in some cases. These factors can be expected to have a negative impact on our costs; however, the magnitude of such an impact cannot be accurately determined. In response to these cost increases, in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, we increased the pricing for most of our products. The amount of the increase varied by product and ranged from approximately 5% to 10%.

Previous wording

For fiscal 2024, we recorded operating income of approximately $518,000 and for fiscal 2023, we recorded an operating loss of approximately $5.7 million. The improvement in operating results was driven primarily by significant increases in revenue for the Seamap product lines in addition to cost-saving efforts implemented in the current fiscal year.

Current wording

For fiscal 2025 and 2024, we recorded operating income of approximately $6.8 million and $518,000, respectively. The improvement in operating results was driven primarily by significant increases in revenue for the Seamap product lines in addition to cost-saving efforts implemented in the current and prior fiscal year.

Previous wording

A significant portion of Seamap’s sales consist of large discrete orders, the timing of which is dictated by our customers. This timing generally relates to the availability of a vessel in port so that our products can be installed. Accordingly, there can be significant variation in sales from one period to another, which does not necessarily indicate a fundamental change in demand for these products. The gross profit and gross profit margins generated by sales of Seamap products were approximately $16.0 million and 44% during fiscal 2024 and approximately $10.0 million and 40% in fiscal 2023. The increase in gross profit margins between the periods is primarily due to incremental revenue and production activity resulting in higher absorption of fixed costs.

Current wording

A significant portion of Seamap’s sales consist of large discrete orders, the timing of which is dictated by our customers. This timing generally relates to the availability of a vessel in port so that our products can be installed. Accordingly, there can be significant variation in sales from one period to another, which does not necessarily indicate a fundamental change in demand for these products. A significant portion of our revenues result from “after market” activity such as spare parts, training, repairs and field service. In Fiscal 2025 and Fiscal 2024 approximately 37% and 45%, respectively of our revenue related to these activities. Our gross profit margin increased in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024 due to higher overhead absorption from higher revenues and improved production efficiencies. This improvement was despite an increase in warranty costs in Fiscal 2025 to approximately $900,000 versus approximately $400,000 in Fiscal 2024.

Previous wording

Selling, general and administrative expenses for fiscal 2024 amounted to approximately $12.1 million, compared to approximately $12.9 million in 2023, respectively. In fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2023, the decrease of approximately 6% is primarily the result of reductions in headcount, compensation expense and other administrative costs due to cost reduction initiatives implemented in fiscal 2024.

Current wording

Selling, general and administrative expenses for fiscal 2025 amounted to approximately $11.3 million, compared to approximately $12.1 million in 2024. The year-over-year decrease of approximately 7% is primarily the result of reductions in headcount, compensation expense and other administrative costs due to cost reduction initiatives implemented throughout fiscal 2024 and fiscal 2025.

Previous wording

Research and development costs were approximately $2.1 million in fiscal 2024 as compared to approximately $1.4 million in fiscal 2023. The increase in research and development spending was due primarily to development of the next generation of the Sealink product line.

Current wording

Research and development costs were approximately $1.9 million in fiscal 2025 as compared to approximately $2.1 million in fiscal 2024. The majority of these costs relate to the development of a next generation streamer system and related activities.

Previous wording

We did not record a provision for credit losses in fiscal 2024 or fiscal 2023. On January 31, 2024, and 2023, we had trade accounts and note receivables over 180 days past due of approximately $51,000 and $349,000, respectively. Contractual payment terms vary by customer and by contract and, under certain circumstances, we may grant extended payment terms to our customers. In our industry, and in our experience, it is not unusual for accounts to become delinquent from time to time and this is not necessarily indicative of an account becoming uncollectable. As of January 31, 2024, and 2023, our allowance for credit losses receivable for continuing operations amounted to approximately $332,000.

Current wording

We did not record a provision for credit losses in fiscal 2025 or fiscal 2024. On January 31, 2025, and 2024, we had trade accounts and note receivables over 180 days past due of approximately $4,000 and $51,000, respectively. Contractual payment terms vary by customer and by contract and, under certain circumstances, we may grant extended payment terms to our customers. In our industry, and in our experience, it is not unusual for accounts to become delinquent from time to time and this is not necessarily indicative of an account becoming uncollectable. As of January 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, our allowance for credit losses receivable for continuing operations amounted to approximately $332,000.

Previous wording

Depreciation and amortization expense relates primarily to the depreciation of furniture and fixtures, office and manufacturing equipment and the amortization of intangible assets. Depreciation and amortization expense was approximately $1.2 million and $1.3 million for fiscal 2024 and 2023, respectively. The decrease in depreciation and amortization expense in fiscal 2024 is due primarily to tangible and intangible assets becoming fully depreciated during the current fiscal year.

Current wording

Depreciation and amortization expense relates primarily to the depreciation of furniture and fixtures, office and manufacturing equipment and the amortization of intangible assets. Depreciation and amortization expense was approximately $944,000 and $1.2 million for fiscal 2025 and 2024, respectively. The decrease in depreciation and amortization expense in fiscal 2025 is due primarily to tangible and intangible assets becoming fully depreciated during the current fiscal year.

Previous wording

In fiscal 2024, we recorded other expense of approximately $280,000, consisting of interest expense of approximately $675,000 related to the $3.75 million loan that was repaid, in full, in conjunction with the sale of Klein, partially offset by gains from sale of assets. In fiscal 2023, we recorded other income of approximately $256,000, consisting primarily of gains from sale of assets.

Current wording

In fiscal 2025, we recorded other income of approximately $240,000, consisting primarily of gain from the sale of other assets. In fiscal 2024, we recorded other expense of approximately $280,000, consisting of interest expense of approximately $675,000 related to the $3.75 million loan that was repaid, in full, in conjunction with the sale of Klein, partially offset by gains from sale of assets.

Previous wording

Our provision for income taxes for continuing operations for fiscal 2024 was approximately $1.3 million compared to approximately $699,000 for fiscal 2023. These amounts differed from the result expected when applying the U.S. statutory rate of 21% to our income or loss from continuing operations before income taxes for the respective periods due primarily to the impact of income taxes accrued in certain foreign jurisdictions, primarily in Singapore, which do not have net operating losses available to offset taxable income, and because valuation allowances have been recorded against increases in our deferred tax assets. Valuation allowances have been provided against all deferred tax assets in the United States and several foreign jurisdictions.

Current wording

Our provision for income taxes for continuing operations for fiscal 2025 was approximately $2.0 million compared to approximately $1.3 million for fiscal 2024. These amounts differed from the result expected when applying the U.S. statutory rate of 21% to our income or loss from continuing operations before income taxes for the respective periods due primarily to the impact of income taxes accrued in certain foreign jurisdictions, primarily in Singapore, which do not have net operating losses available to offset taxable income, and because valuation allowances have been recorded against increases in our deferred tax assets. Valuation allowances have been provided against all deferred tax assets in the United States and several foreign jurisdictions.

Previous wording

We recorded provision for income taxes of approximately $17,000 and $26,000 related to the discontinued operations of Klein in fiscal 2024 and fiscal 2023, respectively. The tax provision for the discontinued operations of Klein relates to state income tax varies from the expected provision based on the U.S. statutory rate due to the proration of profit and loss allocated to the state taxing jurisdiction.

Current wording

We recorded provision for income taxes of approximately $17,000 related to the discontinued operations of Klein in fiscal 2024. The tax provision for the discontinued operations of Klein relates to state income tax and varies from the expected provision based on the U.S. statutory rate due to the proration of profit and loss allocable to the state taxing jurisdiction.

Previous wording

The Company has a history of generating operating losses and negative cash from operating activities and has relied on cash from the sale of lease pool equipment and the sale of Preferred Stock and Common Stock for the past several years. However, the Company’s operating results improved significantly in fiscal 2024 as compared to fiscal 2023 and prior years, generating net income from operations and positive Adjusted EBITDA for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024. In addition, the Company sold its Klein business on August 21, 2023, generating net proceeds of approximately $7.3 million after settlement of closing cost and all outstanding amounts due and owed, including principal, interest, and other charges, on the Company’s $3.75 million loan. The sale of Klein increased the Company’s working capital and improved its liquidity situation.

Current wording

The Company had a history of generating operating losses and negative cash from operating activities and had relied on cash from the sale of lease pool equipment, Preferred Stock and Common Stock for the past several years. However, the Company’s operating results improved significantly in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024 and prior years, generating net income from operations and positive Adjusted EBITDA for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2025. In addition, the Company sold its Klein business on August 21, 2023, generating net proceeds of approximately $7.3 million after settlement of closing cost and all outstanding amounts due and owed, including principal, interest, and other charges, on the Company’s $3.75 million loan. The sale of Klein increased the Company’s working capital and improved its liquidity situation.

Previous wording

As of January 31, 2024, the Company had working capital of approximately $18.1 million, including cash and cash equivalents of approximately $5.3 million, compared to working capital of approximately $13.3 million, including cash and cash equivalents of approximately $778,000, as of January 31, 2023. The Company does not have a credit facility in place and depends on cash on hand, cash flows from operations, and potential sales of remaining lease pool equipment to satisfy its liquidity needs.

Current wording

As of January 31, 2025, the Company had working capital of approximately $23.5 million, including cash and cash equivalents of approximately $5.3 million, compared to working capital of approximately $18.1 million, including cash and cash equivalents of approximately $5.3 million, as of January 31, 2024. The Company does not have a credit facility in place and depends on cash on hand and cash flows from operations to satisfy its liquidity needs.

Previous wording

As of this date, under our Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, we have 2,000,000 shares of Preferred Stock authorized, of which 1,682,985 are currently outstanding, leaving 317,015 available for future issuance. In addition, 40,000,000 shares of Common Stock are authorized, of which 1,405,779 are currently outstanding and 38,377 are reserved for issuance pursuant to our Amended and Restated Stock Awards Plan, leaving 38,555,844 available for future issuance. We believe these factors provide capacity for subsequent issues of Common Stock or Preferred Stock.

Current wording

As of April 23, 2025, under our Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, we have 40,000,000 shares of Common Stock are authorized, of which 7,969,421 are currently outstanding and approximately 30,000 are reserved for issuance pursuant to our Amended and Restated Stock Awards Plan, leaving approximately 32,000,000 available for future issuance.

Previous wording

Due to the rising level of sales and production activities, there are increasing requirements for purchases of inventory and other production costs. Additionally, due to component shortages and long-lead times for certain items there are requirements in some cases to purchase items well in advance. Furthermore, some suppliers require prepayments in order to secure some items. All of these factors combine to increase the Company’s working capital requirements. Furthermore, Management believes there are opportunities to increase production capacity and efficiencies. However, some of these opportunities may require investments such as production equipment or other fixed assets. If we are unable to meet suppliers demands, we may not be able to produce products and fulfill orders from our customers.

Current wording

Due to the rising level of sales and production activities, there are increasing requirements for purchases of inventory and other production costs. Additionally, due to component shortages and long-lead times for certain items there are requirements in some cases to purchase items well in advance. Furthermore, some suppliers require prepayments in order to secure some items. All of these factors combine to impact the Company’s working capital requirements. Furthermore, Management believes there are opportunities to increase production capacity and efficiencies. However, some of these opportunities may require investments such as production equipment or other fixed assets. If we are unable to meet suppliers demands, we may not be able to produce products and fulfill orders from our customers.

Previous wording

Cash Used In Operating Activities. Cash used in operating activities amounted to approximately $5.0 million in fiscal 2024, compared to approximately $2.9 million in fiscal 2023. In fiscal 2024, the primary sources of cash used in operating activities was the net change in working capital items, such as accounts receivable, inventories, prepaid assets, and accounts payable, totaling approximately $4.4 million.

Current wording

Cash Provided by (Used In) Operating Activities. Cash provided by operating activities amounted to approximately $651,000 in fiscal 2025, compared to cash used in operations of approximately $5.0 million in fiscal 2024. In fiscal 2025, the primary source of cash provided by operating activities was the increase in net income of approximately $5.1 million.

Previous wording

Cash Flows From Investing Activities. Cash provided by investing activities during fiscal 2024 increased approximately $10.5 million over fiscal 2023, due primarily to proceeds from the sale of Klein totaling approximately $11.5 million.

Current wording

Cash Flows From Investing Activities. Cash provided by investing activities during fiscal 2025 decreased approximately $11 million from fiscal 2024, due primarily to proceeds from the sale of Klein totaling approximately $11.5 million in fiscal 2024.

Previous wording

Cash Flows From Financing Activities. Net cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2024 consisted of approximately $0.9 million of Preferred Stock dividend payments and approximately $600,000 of net outflows related to the borrowing and repayment of a short-term loan. Net cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2023 consisted of approximately $1.9 million of Preferred Stock dividend payments.

Current wording

Cash Flows From Financing Activities. Net cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2025 consisted of approximately $619,000 of transaction costs associated with the conversion of the Preferred Stock. Net cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2024 consisted of approximately $946,000 of Preferred Stock dividend payments and approximately $589,000 of net outflows related to the borrowing and repayment of a short-term loan.

Previous wording

We regularly evaluate opportunities to expand our business through the acquisition of other companies, businesses or product lines. If we were to make any such acquisitions, we believe they could generally be financed with a combination of cash on hand and cash flows from operations. However, should these sources of financing not be adequate, we may seek other sources of capital to fund future acquisitions. These additional sources of capital include bank credit facilities or the issuance of debt or equity securities.

Current wording

We regularly evaluate opportunities to expand our business through the acquisition of other companies, businesses or product lines. If we were to make any such acquisitions, we believe they could generally be financed with a combination of cash on hand and cash flows from operations. However, should these sources of financing not be adequate, we may seek other sources of capital to fund future acquisitions. These additional sources of capital may include bank credit facilities or the issuance of debt or equity securities.

Previous wording

As of January 31, 2024, we had deposits in foreign banks equal to approximately $4.9 million, all of which we believe could be distributed to the United States without adverse tax consequences. However, in certain cases the transfer of these funds may result in withholding taxes payable to foreign taxing authorities. These factors could limit our ability to pay cash dividends in the future.

Current wording

As of January 31, 2025, we had deposits in foreign banks equal to approximately $4.8 million, all of which we believe could be distributed to the United States without adverse tax consequences. However, in certain cases the transfer of these funds may result in withholding taxes payable to foreign taxing authorities. These factors could limit our ability to pay cash dividends in the future.

Previous wording

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make estimates and assumptions in determining the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Critical accounting estimates made by us in the accompanying consolidated financial statements relate to the allowances for uncollectible accounts receivable and inventory obsolescence, and the impairment assessments of our various intangible assets.

Current wording

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make estimates and assumptions in determining the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Critical accounting estimates made by us in the accompanying consolidated financial statements relate to the allowances for inventory obsolescence.

Previous wording

We value our inventory based on our cost. We adjust the value of our inventory to the extent we determine that our cost cannot be recovered due to obsolescence or other factors. In order to make these determinations, we may use estimates of future demand for our products to determine appropriate inventory reserves and to make corresponding reductions in inventory values to reflect the lower of cost or market value. Our estimates related to inventory obsolescence are subject to uncertainty because many aspects of estimating future demand for our products are beyond our control and subject to change and variation. We are currently experiencing record levels of confirmed backlog of orders which makes the estimate of future demand more sure and less sensitive to changes beyond our control. For fiscal 2024, we increased our inventory obsolescence reserve for continuing operations by approximately $316,000. In fiscal 2023 we decreased our inventory obsolescence reserve for continuing operations by approximately $315,000 primarily due to write-offs of obsolete inventory.

Current wording

We value our inventory based on our cost. We adjust the value of our inventory to the extent we determine that our cost cannot be recovered due to obsolescence or other factors. In order to make these determinations, we may use estimates of future demand for our products to determine appropriate inventory reserves and to make corresponding reductions in inventory values to reflect the lower of cost or market value. Our estimates related to inventory obsolescence are subject to uncertainty because we estimate future demand for our products based on historical activity which may not be an accurate indicator due to factors beyond our control and subject to change and variation. For fiscal 2025, we increased our inventory obsolescence reserve for continuing operations by approximately $6,000. In fiscal 2024 we increased our inventory obsolescence reserve for continuing operations by approximately $316,000.