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Sidus Space Inc.

For the period ended Mar 31, 2025. Filed May 15, 2025.

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Mar 31, 2025 · Filed May 15, 2025

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Previous report: 10-Q

Period ended 2024-09-30; filed 2024-11-14.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Current report: 10-Q

Period ended 2025-03-31; filed 2025-05-15.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

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Founded in 2012, Sidus Space is an innovative, agile space mission enabler providing flexible, cost-effective solutions to government, defense, intelligence, and commercial companies around the globe. Our products and services include satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services and space and defense manufacturing. With our mission of Space Access Reimagined®, Sidus is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance.

Current report

Through our Sidus Orlaith™ AI ecosystem, we enable near real-time on-orbit data processing, enhancing the speed and efficiency of data delivery from LizzieSat® sensors. Orlaith™ offers high-performance on-orbit edge computing and data processing from diverse sensor sets leveraging Sidus’ proprietary FeatherEdge™ hardware and Cielo™ software. Orlaith’s systemic capabilities provide industry-leading and differentiated data delivery for a wide range of end uses including methane detection, AIS tracking, border security, and technology characterization. Orlaith’s data processing can also be seamlessly customized for new and/or esoteric missions.

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As a forward-thinking mission partner, Sidus excels at responding swiftly to change. We work closely with global clients to co-develop mission solutions tailored to both technical requirements and budget constraints. Our Cielo™ AI data processing algorithms can be updated while in orbit, which provides additional mission flexibility. By leveraging our vertically integrated in-house capabilities, engineering, manufacturing, and mission management, we are able to rapidly pivot and deliver at the pace of innovation.

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We provide adaptable yet cost efficient solutions with the full understanding and experience of the entire space life cycle from hardware manufacturing to mission planning and operations to space-based data delivery**.**

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**Custom satellite design and manufacturing:**Sidus provides custom satellite design services, working closely with clients to develop satellite solutions aligned with specific mission objectives. Using the modular LizzieSat® platform, which can be adapted for various technologies and mission requirements, Sidus supports the design and integration process from concept to completion. This flexible approach is intended to deliver tailored satellite designs that can meet a broad range of operational and data collection needs. We currently have three variations of our LizzieSat® platform:

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Sidus also offers fully customized satellite design services for any mission in Leo, Geo, Cislunar or Lunar.

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**Technology hosting and mission management:**Sidus offers technology hosting and mission management services designed to simplify clients’ path to space and enable clients to focus on their mission goals without the complexities of satellite operation. Sidus provides integration for a variety of payloads using our LizzieSat® platform. While on-orbit, we provide 24/7/365 real-time routine and non-real-time mission operations, including satellite monitoring, control, and data management. Our support includes:

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**AI enhanced space-based sensor Data-as-a-Service:**Sidus offers AI-enhanced Data-as-a-Service, utilizing the Orlaithtm AI ecosystem, which includes our FeatherEdge™ AI processor and Cielo™ AI solutions from space, on the LizzieSat® platform to deliver timely data insights from space. The LizzieSat® design enables simultaneous on-orbit data collection from multiple sensors, with the flexibility to combine data streams in unique ways to support diverse applications and missions from the same platform.

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By processing onboard sensor data directly and transmitting only crucial information, the Orlaithtm AI ecosystem reduces downlink costs and significantly bolsters response times for critical events. Additionally, Cielo™ AI algorithms can be upgraded while in orbit, providing adaptability for evolving mission needs. The data-as-a-service approach is designed to support applications in environmental monitoring, disaster response, security, and more, offering customers access to near real-time data that can aid in informed decision-making. The data-as-a-service is a subscription-based model with multiple price tiers based on span of data accessed and is applicable to multiple customers including government (e.g., climate change, environmental disasters), defense (e.g., border security), and commercial (e.g., insurance).

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**Space and Defense Manufacturing:**Sidus provides a range of space products and manufacturing services, including mission-critical components and systems engineered for space environments. Our 35,000-square-foot ISO 9001:2015, AS9100 Rev. D certified facility supports the manufacturing, testing, and assembly of space-grade hardware. Sidus works to deliver high-quality, reliable space products for government, defense, and commercial clients by leveraging its expertise in engineering and mission-critical manufacturing. Our space offerings include:

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We have an approximately 10,000 square-foot reconfigurable avionics lab that produces a wide range of space system flight and ground cables, medical and mission critical wire harnesses, military harness assemblies, electronic chassis, and electro-mechanical assemblies. Additionally, our 864 square foot, ISO-8 clean room allows us to offer highly differentiated manufacturing and assembly.

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Our manufacturing capabilities combine our design engineering, precision machining, waterjet cutting, and wire harness fabrication experience to provide the highest quality and performance for mission critical systems.

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Our growing team of engineers and technicians, combined with state-of-the-art equipment support precision machining, fabrication, and assembly for prototypes, test articles, one-offs, low-rate initial production up through high volume Swiss screw machining production. We utilize the latest CNC machining and turning processes to deliver high-quality, complex and on-demand parts for specialized industries including the space sector.

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From early-stage product development to functional finished parts, Sidus offers commercial and industrial-grade additive manufacturing solutions. Our 3D printers enable us to provide rapid manufacturing with industrial micron-level laser scanning accuracy and 50 µm repeatability. Using Continuous Fiber Fabrication technology, we can produce parts at an enhanced schedule that are stronger than 6061 Aluminum and 40% lighter. Sidus provides internal engineering support to optimize the functional performance, product life cycle, and accuracy of its customers’ specific 3D printed technology to ensure repeatability and consistency across prints. Our 3D printing capabilities include:

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As part of our 35,000 square foot manufacturing facility, we have a reconfigurable electronics and cable harness fabrication lab with the necessary equipment, staff and square footage to produce space flight and ground cables and electronic chassis. Our experience and capabilities include manufacturing, assembly and testing of a wide selection of electrical control cabinet and electronic cabinet modification and fabrication processes. We have extensive experience assembling electronics, including soldering, crimping, multi-pinned connector terminations, fusion splicing, molding, potting, and testing.

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Certifications include NASA 8739.4, NASA 8739.5, J STD 001 and IPC A 610. Our IPC-J-STD-001 accredited technicians adhere to NASA work standards KSC-E-165, KSC-GP-864, KSC-STD-132, all required for NASA 8739.4 credentials with other industry-standard certifications.

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We provide quality in-house design engineering services from up-front analysis to integration, assembly, and test. Our ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100D certified engineering capabilities include the ability to perform initial design concepts or value-add engineering change recommendations to existing engineering. Our multidisciplinary engineering experience and talent cover a broad spectrum of capabilities, enabling an even more comprehensive range of projects. Our design engineering capabilities include:

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**Technology Design and Integration:**Sidus leverages its manufacturing and technology expertise to address critical space supply chain challenges with initiatives that are expected to further Sidus’ mission of Space Access Reimagined®, providing flexible and cost-effective solutions to an expanding global customer base.

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Our existing, proven manufacturing facility and infrastructure provides scalable and streamlined manufacturing with flexible and efficient cycles tailored to both internal and external end-users. We ensure controlled product quality and service through the use of space-qualified Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) components, along with our AS9100 certified capability to manufacture our own space supply chain products. Our modular design supports flexible technology integration, enabling rapid incorporation of variable sensors and mission-specific technologies. By spreading fixed costs across multiple customers and capabilities, we offer a more cost-effective solution. As a full-stack space services provider, our offerings are anchored by a state-of-the-art Mission Control Center (MCC), ensuring end-to-end mission support.

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We currently have several satellites in production and expect to launch four to six more LizzieSat® satellites ranging from 100kg to 400kg over the next 24 months. In addition, we expect to begin building satellites for other customers including lunar missions.

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We are focused on empowering end users, developers, channel partners and the organizations they serve to quickly and easily access and integrate real-time geospatial intelligence into their daily operations and prove out technologies to further grow the space ecosystem. Our growth strategy is driven by the following objectives:

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Increase our overall customer base. As an established heritage aerospace firm, we are positioned at the forefront of the ongoing political and secular shift toward space-based communications and data derived from commercial satellite and intelligence providers. This evolving landscape presents a significant opportunity to expand our customer base through a combination of direct and indirect sales strategies. To support this growth, we are actively scaling both our direct sales teams and our global network of indirect sales channels.

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Expand within our current customer base. As our satellite design and manufacturing and space-based data offerings grow and deliver results, we expect that our current customers will increase their spending on our expanded services.

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Continue to penetrate international markets. We have expanded our strategic focus to include international markets, actively building a pipeline of prospective partnerships with small, underrepresented governments and global companies that can benefit from our expertise and services. As part of this initiative, we have signed partnership agreements with companies in Germany, Japan, Bahrain, and India to explore potential joint venture opportunities.

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Grow distribution channels and channel partner ecosystem. We have strategically invested resources to expand our sales reach by developing robust distribution channels and forging partnerships with technology providers, solution partners, strategic global system integrators, and value-added resellers. These collaborations are designed to help us enter and grow in new markets while effectively complementing our direct sales efforts.

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The space economy has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by technological advancements in satellites and terrestrial technologies that have enabled new commercial applications. These applications encompass satellite broadband, remote imaging, Internet-of-Things (IoT)/Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications, defense-related uses, and more. Consequently, numerous operators have announced plans for new satellite constellations, predominantly comprising small Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites rather than traditional large Geostationary Orbit (GEO) satellites. This influx of new entrants across various segments has led to an evolving small satellite value chain, particularly in launch services, downstream value-added applications, mergers and acquisitions, and consolidation among stakeholders.

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The rapid pace of innovation continues to drive the commercialization of space-based data, analytics, and insights, enhancing their relevance to businesses, governments, and the public. The demand for space-derived data is growing rapidly, while the cost of accessing space is decreasing. Key trends in the new space economy include the expansion of satellite constellations, increased availability of space-based data, a shift in user demand toward analytics and insights, climate change adaptation, global security concerns, and advancements in on-board technologies.

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According to a McKinsey report published in January 2025, the space economy is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035, up from $630 billion in 2023, with an average annual growth rate of 9%, outpacing global GDP growth. This growth is expected to be driven by satellites, increased government space budgets, and new applications and industries in space exploration.

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The small satellite market is also experiencing substantial growth. According to The Business Research Company and a 2025 Global Market Insights report, the global small satellite market size was valued at $6.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4% from 2025 to 2034, reaching approximately $30.6 billion by 2034. This growth is attributed to factors such as cost-effectiveness in space missions, advances in miniaturization, rapid development cycles, improved access to space, and the commercialization of space operations.

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Private investment in the commercial space industry has surged, leading to the emergence of new companies reinventing major elements of the traditional space industry, including human spaceflight, satellites, and launch services, as well as unlocking entirely new market segments. Government agencies have recognized the value of the private commercial space industry and have become increasingly supportive and reliant on private companies to catalyze innovation and advance national space objectives. In the United States, this is evidenced by notable policy initiatives and the growing share of space activities conducted by commercial contractors.

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Overall, the space economy is poised for significant growth, with both established and emerging players contributing to an increasingly dynamic and competitive landscape.

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Founded in 2012, we are a space mission enabler that provides flexible, cost-effective solutions including custom satellite design, payload hosting, mission management, space manufacturing and AI enhanced space-based sensor data for government, defense, intelligence, and commercial companies around the globe.

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Our adaptable solutions provide mission flexibility while reducing time to orbit. We are able to provide customers a variety of mission options whether they require a custom satellite design, payload hosting, mission management, or space sensor data as a service. Our solutions are also cost-effective while still preserving the ability to respond to customer needs.

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LizzieSat™ is also able to operate as a data service platform and deliver situational awareness for a wide variety of missions including visual spectrum, methane, and AIS data collection. And by incorporating FeatherEdge™ AI into our on-orbit processing, we are able to provide more efficient and effective data processing and delivery.

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We designed, launched, and manage our own satellite LizzieSat™, which achieved first launch mission success in March of 2024. The success of our LizzieSat™ is built upon our work over the last decade, where we produced numerous flight-proven systems, platforms, devices and hardware for other customers.

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We plan to be a global provider of space-based data and insights by collecting data from space with no equivalent terrestrial alternatives. We plan to initially focus on creating offerings in earth-based observations and Space situational awareness. These decisions are reinforced by the growing and large addressable markets they represent.

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The increase in cost of revenue of 69% for the three months ended September 30, 2024 to approximately $1.8 million as compared to approximately $1.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2023, included approximately $57,500 and approximately $192,000, respectively, of related party costs of revenue. The overall increase in cost of revenue was driven by a mix of contracts of varying types and increased depreciation expense in our satellite related business. As a manufacturing entity, materials and other direct costs are a percentage of revenue. The percent change in the cost of revenue was lower than the percent increase in revenue due to a mix of contracts of varying types and increased revenue from our higher margin satellite related business, offset by increased depreciation expense related to our satellite side of the business.

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The 140% increase in our gross profit to a gross profit of approximately $38,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2024 as compared to a gross loss of $96,281 for the three months ended September 30, 2023 is primarily attributable to a mix of contracts of varying types and increased sales in our higher margin satellite related business, offset by increased depreciation expense related to our satellite side of the business.

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Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 compared to the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023

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The 38% increase in cost of revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 to approximately $4.6 million as compared to approximately $3.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was primarily driven by a mix of contracts, a decrease in our higher margin satellite related business as well as increased depreciation expense in our satellite related business. Cost of revenue from related parties for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 versus prior year, included approximately $272,000 and approximately $579,000, respectively.

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The decrease in our gross profit of approximately $2.0 million to a gross loss of approximately $719,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 as compared to a gross profit of approximately $1.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 is primarily attributable to a mix of contracts, lower sales from our satellite related business and increased depreciation expense related to our satellite side of the business.

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Selling, general, and administrative expenses of approximately $9.9 million were down approximately $1.25 million when compared with approximately $10.9 million for the same period in 2023, and was primarily due to the following:

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Other income and (expenses) showed a decrease of other expenses of $233,068 to $1,217,841 compared to $1,450,909 in 2023 primarily due to a change in accounting treatment of financing related costs included in other expense in 2023 to 2024 being included in the costs required to raise capital which are included in additional paid in capital on the balance sheet, partially offset by an increase in interest expense related to our note payable and asset-based loan facility in 2024.

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As of September 30, 2024 the working capital deficiency is primarily due to an increase in our asset-based loan utilized to support milestone driven manufacturing contracts. As of December 31, 2023, the working capital deficiency was primarily due to milestone driven manufacturing contracts.

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Current assets of approximately $9.2 million were consistent as of September 30, 2024 and as of December 31, 2023.

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Current liabilities increased by approximately $1.6 million or 13% to approximately $13.8 million as of September 30, 2024 from approximately $12.2 million December 31,2023. The increase was primarily attributable to an increase in our asset-based loan liability.

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On March 5, 2024, we completed an underwritten public offering of 1,321,000 shares of our Class A common stock at a public offering price of $6.00 per share, for which we received approximately $7.1 million of net proceeds.

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On January 29, 2024, we completed a public offering of 1,181,800 shares of our Class A common stock at a public offering price of $4.50 per share, and Pre-Funded Warrants to purchase up to 69,900 shares of Class A common stock at a public offering price of $4.499 per Pre-Funded Warrant, for which we received approximately $5.0 million of net proceeds.
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Our modular LizzieSat™ satellite platform, which is the first of its kind 3D printed, artificial intelligence (AI) enhanced multi-mission satellite, can host new payloads. Its flexible and modular design also enables it to be customized or scaled to create a new satellite design in a cost-effective manner to meet mission requirements.

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We offer customers a variety of mission options whether the ability to host a technology, procure a satellite bus, or simply purchase data as a service. Our flight proven modular satellite, LizzieSat® is a 3D printed, multi-sensor, multi-mission satellite, which is the first of its kind, offering a flexible, cost-effective platform that can be easily adapted to integrate new technologies or customized and scaled to create a new satellite design to meet mission requirements.

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We have proven space heritage and expertise in multi-disciplinary engineering, mission-critical hardware manufacturing, satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and in-orbit support. We are strategically headquartered on Florida’s Space Coast, which provides easy access to nearby launch facilities, and we operate a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility which is ISO 9001:2015, AS9100 Rev. D certified.

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Sidus has demonstrated proven space heritage, successfully launching three hybrid, additively manufactured LizzieSat® satellites equipped with advanced AI edge-computing capabilities in just over 12 months. This achievement underscores our position as a leader in space technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation. This success is built on more than a decade of experience delivering flight-proven systems, platforms, devices, and hardware for customers such as NASA, the Department of Defense (DoD), SpaceX, and Blue Origin. We are strategically headquartered on Florida’s Space Coast, which provides easy access to nearby launch facilities, and we operate a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility which reduces production time. We have an experienced team with expertise in multi-disciplinary engineering, mission-critical hardware manufacturing, satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and in-orbit support.

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Our products and services are offered through several business units: Space-as-a-Service, Space-Based Data Solutions, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Products and Services, Mission Planning and Management Operations, 3D Printing Products and Services, Satellite Manufacturing and Payload Integration, and Space and Defense Hardware Manufacturing.

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Our products and services are offered through several verticals: Satellite Design and Manufacturing; Technology Design and Integration; AI-driven Space-based Data Solutions; Mission Planning Operations; AI/ML Products and Services; and Space and Defense Manufacturing.

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Our vertically integrated model is complementary across each line of business aiming to expand existing and unlock new potential revenue generating opportunities while maintaining diversity of revenue. We are not dependent on a single line of business or customer, which provides us the “optionality” to scale where market needs demand. This diversity mitigates risks associated with external factors like macroeconomic shifts or technological disruptions. Our flexibility allows us to adapt swiftly to market changes, supporting growth across all our business lines.

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Our vertically integrated model with complementary lines of business enables us to unlock new potential revenue generating opportunities while maintaining diversity of revenue. We are not dependent on a single line of business or customer, which provides us the “optionality” to scale where market needs demand. This diversity mitigates risks associated with external factors like macroeconomic shifts or technological disruptions. Our flexibility allows us to adapt swiftly to market changes, supporting growth across all our business lines.

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Our LizzieSat satellite platform has been designed to provide differentiated data collection when compared to industry alternatives. We plan to lead the next generation of earth and space data collection by:

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Our LizzieSat® satellite platform has been designed to provide a standard, modular satellite platform that serves as the foundation for multiple missions for Leo, Geo, Cislunar, Lunar and beyond. Additionally, our platform provides differentiated data collection when compared to industry alternatives. The LizzieSat® multi-mission satellite for a multi-mission constellation leads the next generation of earth and space data collection by:

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We support a broad range of international and domestic governments and commercial companies including the Netherlands Organization, U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, Collins Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Teledyne Marine, Bechtel, OneWeb Satellites, Parsons Corporation, and L3Harris in areas that include launch vehicles, satellite hardware, and autonomous underwater vehicles. Planned services that benefit current and future customers include delivering space-based data that can provide critical insight for agriculture, commodities tracking, disaster assessment, illegal trafficking monitoring, energy, mining, oil and gas, fire monitoring, classification of vegetation, soil moisture, carbon mass, Maritime Automatic Identification System (AIS), Air Traffic Control Automatic Dependent Surveillance, and weather monitoring; providing the ability for customers to demonstrate that a technology (hardware or software) performs successfully in the harsh environment of space and delivering space services. We plan to own and operate one of the industry’s leading U.S. based low earth orbit small satellite (“smallsat” or “smallsats”) constellations focused on earth observation and remote sensing. Our operating strategy is to continue to enhance the capabilities of our satellite constellation, to increase our international and domestic partnerships and to expand our co-incident data analytics offerings in order to increase the value we deliver to our customers. Our two operating assets—our satellite constellation and hardware manufacturing capability, complement each other and stem from years of experience and innovation.

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Planned services that benefit current and future customers include delivering space-based data that can provide critical insight for agriculture, commodities tracking, disaster assessment, illegal trafficking monitoring, energy, mining, oil and gas, fire monitoring, classification of vegetation, soil moisture, carbon mass, Maritime Automatic Identification System (AIS), Air Traffic Control Automatic Dependent Surveillance, and weather monitoring; providing the ability for customers to demonstrate that a technology (hardware or software) performs successfully in the harsh environment of space and delivering space services. Our operating strategy is to continue to capitalize on our smart vertical integration to enhance the capabilities of our multi-mission satellite constellation, to design and manufacture satellites for government and commercial customers utilizing our advanced and proprietary technologies, to increase our international and domestic partnerships and to expand our coincident data analytics offerings in order to increase the value we deliver to our customers. Our two primary operating assets—our satellite constellation and our manufacturing facility and capability - complement each other and are the result of years of experience and innovation.

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Our goal is to help customers understand how space-based data can be impactful to day-to-day business. Our strategy includes increasing the demand downstream by starting out as end user focused. While others are focused on a data verticalization strategy specializing on key sectors or a problem set, we believe that flexibility in production, low-cost bespoke design and ‘Bringing Space Down to Earth’ for consumers will provide a scalable model for growth. In Q1 2024, we successfully launched and began operations with our LizzieSat multi-mission satellite.

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Our goal is to enable customers to meet their mission objectives with cost-effective solutions and to help them understand how space-based data can be impactful to day-to-day business. Our strategy includes increasing the demand downstream by starting out as end user focused. While others are focused on a data verticalization strategy specializing in key sectors or a problem set, we believe that flexibility in production, low-cost, standardized design and offering ‘Space Access Reimagined’ for consumers will provide a scalable model for growth. In just over twelve months, we successfully launched and began operations with three LizzieSat® multi-mission satellites for a multi-mission constellation. Designed to be modular, flexible, and cost-effective, our proven LizzieSat® platform enables rapid mission configuration and scalability across a wide range of satellite sizes, efficiently addressing unique mission requirements. Built with several proprietary Sidus designs for reusable core components, our smart vertical integration provides greater control over the supply chain, ensuring seamless integration of all components—whether developed in-house or sourced externally. This integrated approach offers a distinct advantage over competitors who rely on purchasing and integrating hardware, software, and subsystems from multiple vendors.

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In Q2 2024, we announced the successful on-orbit activation of the FeatherEdge AI platform which enables us to deliver near real-time intelligence derived from earth observation data. Further expanding the capabilities of our constellation, we implemented the SatLab A/S second-generation automated identification system (AIS) technology into the LizzieSat satellite constellation. AIS technology uses sophisticated systems on board marine vessels to identify and track ships to prevent collisions and protect life at sea. The integration of this technology, combined with data from optical sensors on board LizzieSat enables unique vessel tracking and monitoring solutions while providing valuable information about ship movements in real time.

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In Q2 2024, we announced the successful on-orbit activation of the FeatherEdge™ processer which enables us to deliver near real-time intelligence derived from earth observation data. Further expanding the capabilities of our constellation, we implemented the SatLab A/S second-generation automated identification system (AIS) technology into the LizzieSat® satellite constellation. AIS technology uses sophisticated systems on board marine vessels to identify and track ships to prevent collisions and protect life at sea. The integration of this technology, combined with data from optical sensors on board LizzieSat®, enables unique vessel tracking and monitoring solutions while providing valuable information about ship movements in real time. In addition to AIS technology, we have integrated visual spectrum and multispectral imagers into our sensor suite and expect to expand the sensors to include software defined multispectral or hyperspectral sensors for future satellite missions.

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We have previously been approved for our X-band and S-band radio frequencies licensing through a published filing by the ITU on April 6, 2021. Such licenses are held through Aurea Alas, Ltd., an Isle of Man company, which is a Variable interest entity to us. The ITU filing contains approved spectrum use for multiple X-Band and S-Band frequencies and seven different orbital planes, including 45 degrees. In August 2023, the FCC granted Sidus a LizzieSat experimental launch and operating license for launch and deploy on a SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter 10 mission. This license includes approval for orbital operations utilizing the previously approved ITU S-band and X-band frequencies and ground station coverage. We also received FCC Part 25 license approval for the LizzieSat satellite constellation missions two through five in October 2024. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, granted a Tier 1 license authorizing Sidus to operate LizzieSat1-3, a private remote-sensing space system comprised of three satellites (LizzieSat-1 through LizzieSat-3 or LS-1 through LS-3) in 2024. This license was updated and approved by NOAA after LizzieSat -1 launch to reflect the actual orbital data and planned altitudes for imager operations.

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We have previously been approved for our X-band and S-band radio frequencies licensing through a published filing by the ITU on April 6, 2021. Such licenses are held through Aurea Alas, Ltd., an Isle of Man company, which is a Variable interest entity to us. The ITU filing contains approved spectrum use for multiple X-Band and S-Band frequencies and seven different orbital planes, including 45 degrees. In August 2023, the FCC granted Sidus a LizzieSat® experimental launch and operating license for launch and deploy on a SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter 10 mission. This license includes approval for orbital operations utilizing the previously approved ITU S-band and X-band frequencies and ground station coverage. We also received FCC Part 25 license approval for the LizzieSat® satellite constellation missions two through five in October of 2024. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, granted a Tier 1 license authorizing Sidus to operate LizzieSat, a private remote-sensing space system in 2024.

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The exact timing of launches is contingent on several factors, including satisfactory and timely completion of assembly, integrating and testing of the satellites, regulatory approvals, confirmation of the launch slot timing by the launch provider, logistics, weather conditions, and other factors, many of which are beyond our control.

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Any delays in commencing our commercial launch operations, including delays or cost overruns in obtaining NOAA licenses or other regulatory approvals for future operations or frequency requirements, could adversely impact our results and growth plans. The exact timing of launches is contingent on several factors, including satisfactory and timely completion of assembly, integrating and testing of the satellites, regulatory approvals, confirmation of the launch slot timing by the launch provider, logistics, weather conditions, and other factors, many of which are beyond our control.

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We are seeking to grow our space and defense hardware operations, with a goal of expanding from one shift to two and a half shifts with an increased customer base in the future. With current customers in the space, marine, and defense industries, our contract revenue is growing, and we are in active discussions with numerous potential customers, including government agencies, large defense contractors and private companies, to add to our contracted revenue. In the past decade, we have fabricated ground and flight products for the NASA SLS Rocket and Mobile Launcher as well as other commercial space and satellite companies. We have supported customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Dynetics/Leidos, Blue Origin, United Launch Alliance, Collins Aerospace, L3Harris, OneWeb and Space Systems Loral/Maxar. We have manufactured various products including fluid, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical control systems, cable harnesses, hardware lifting frames, umbilical plates, purge and hazardous gas disconnects, frangible bolts, reef cutters, wave guides, customized platforms, and other precision machined and electrical component parts for all types of rockets, ground, flight and satellite systems.

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We are seeking to grow our space and defense hardware operations, with a goal of expanding from one shift to two and a half shifts and increasing our customer base in the future. Additionally, we are specifically targeting growth in our avionics and wire harness division to meet the needs of the commercial and government space industry. With current customers in the space, marine, and defense industries, our contract revenue is stable, and we are in active discussions with numerous potential customers, including government agencies, large defense contractors and private companies, to add to our contracted revenue. In the past decade, we have fabricated ground and flight products for the NASA SLS Rocket and Mobile Launcher as well as other commercial space and satellite companies. We have supported customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Dynetics/Leidos, Blue Origin, United Launch Alliance, Collins Aerospace, L3Harris, OneWeb and Space Systems Loral/Maxar. We have manufactured various products including fluid, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical control systems, cable harnesses, hardware lifting frames, umbilical plates, purge and hazardous gas disconnects, frangible bolts, reef cutters, wave guides, customized platforms, and other precision machined and electrical component parts for all types of launch vehicles, ground, flight and satellite systems.

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We are designing, developing, manufacturing, and operating a constellation of proprietary smallsats. These satellites are designed for multiple missions and customers and form the foundation of our satellite platform. Weighing approximately 100 kilograms each, these hybrid 3D printed, modular satellites are being designed to be more functional than cubesats and nanosatellites and less expensive to manufacture than the larger satellites in the 200-600kg range. In addition to our own satellites, we are expecting to design and manufacture customized satellites for LEO and lunar applications for customers that include government and commercial entities.

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We are designing, developing, manufacturing, and operating a constellation of proprietary smallsats in addition to designing and building variations of our satellites for other customer missions. These satellites are designed for multiple missions and customers and form the foundation of our satellite platform. Our initial satellites weigh approximately 100 kilograms each and are designed to be more functional than cubesats and nanosatellites and less expensive to manufacture than our competitors. In addition to our own hybrid 3D printed, modular satellites, we are designing and manufacturing customized satellites using our standard design for LEO and lunar applications for customers that include government and commercial entities.

Previous wording

Our cost-efficient smallsats are being designed from the ground-up to optimize performance per unit cost. Our model is a movement from highly bespoke, costly satellite manufacturing techniques to standardized bus with integration of customer needs at lower costs. We can integrate technologies and deliver data on demand at lower costs than legacy providers due to our vertical integration, use of commercial off the shelf (COTS) proven systems, cost-efficiencies, capital efficient constellation design, and adaptable pricing models.

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Our cost-effective smallsats are designed from the ground-up to optimize performance per unit cost. Our model is a movement from highly bespoke, costly satellite manufacturing techniques to standardized bus with integration of customer requirements at lower costs. We can integrate technologies and deliver data on demand at lower costs than legacy providers due to our vertical integration, use of commercial off the shelf (COTS) proven systems, cost-efficiencies, capital efficient satellite design, and adaptable pricing models.

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We design and manufacture our satellites at our Cape Canaveral facility. Our current configuration and facility are designed to manufacture multiple satellites per month. Our vertical integration enables us to control our satellites through the entire design, manufacturing, and operation process. Our years of experience manufacturing space hardware means we can leverage our manufacturing expertise and commercial best practices for satellite production. Additionally, leveraging both in-house and partner-provided subsystem components and in-house design and integration services, as well as operational support of satellites on orbit, to provide turn-key delivery of entire constellations offer “concept to constellation” in months instead of years. Specifically, our offerings are expected to encompass all aspects of hosted satellite and constellation services, including hosting customer payloads onto our satellites, and delivering data and constellation services to customers from our space platform. These services are expected to allow customers to focus on developing innovative payloads rather than having to design or develop complete satellite buses or satellites or constellations, which we will provide, along with ancillary services that are likely to include telemetry, tracking and control, communications, processing, as well as software development and maintenance. Our patented space-related technologies include a print head for regolith-polymer mixture and associated feedstock; a heat transfer system for regolith; a method for establishing a wastewater bioreactor environment; vertical takeoff and landing pad and interlocking pavers to construct same; and high-load vacuum chamber motion feedthrough systems and methods. Regolith is a blanket of unconsolidated, loose, heterogeneous superficial deposits covering solid rock. It includes dust, broken rocks, and other related materials and is present on earth, the moon, Mars, some asteroids, and other terrestrial planets and moons. We continue to patent our products including our satellites, external platforms and other innovations.

Current wording

We design and manufacture satellites at our Cape Canaveral facility. Our current configuration and facility is designed to manufacture multiple satellites per month. Our vertical integration enables us to control our satellites through the entire design, manufacturing, and operation process. Our years of experience manufacturing space hardware means we can leverage our manufacturing expertise and commercial best practices for satellite production. Additionally, leveraging both in-house and partner-provided subsystem components and in-house design and integration services as well as operational support of satellites on orbit, provides turn-key delivery of satellites to offer “concept to constellation” in months instead of years. Specifically, our offerings are expected to encompass all aspects of hosted satellite and constellation services, including hosting customer technologies onto our satellites, and delivering data and constellation services to customers from our space platform. These services are expected to allow customers to focus on developing innovative technologies rather than having to design or develop complete satellite buses or constellations. Additionally, we provide ancillary services that include telemetry, tracking and control, communications, processing, as well as software development and maintenance.

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We generate revenue by selling payload space on our satellite platform, providing engineering and systems integration services to strategic customers on a project-by-project basis, and manufacturing space hardware to include satellites. Additionally, we intend to add to our revenue by selling geospatial data and actionable intelligence captured through our constellation. This support is typically contracted to both commercial and government customers under fixed price contracts and often includes other services. Due to the size and capacity of our satellite, we plan to host a diverse array of sensors such as Multispectral and Hyperspectral Earth Observing Imagers, Maritime Vessel RF Tracking receivers, UHF IoT Transceivers, Optical Communications systems, and others on a single platform that can simultaneously address the needs of many customer requirements.

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We generate revenue by selling technology space on our satellite platform, providing engineering and systems integration services to strategic customers on a project-by-project basis, and manufacturing space hardware for other space and defense entities to include satellites. Additionally, we intend to add to our revenue by selling geospatial data and actionable intelligence captured through our constellation. This support is typically contracted to both commercial and government customers under fixed price contracts and often includes other services. Due to the size and capacity of our satellite, we plan to expand the diverse array of sensors on each satellite such as Multispectral and Hyperspectral Earth Observing Imagers, Maritime Vessel RF Tracking receivers, UHF IoT Transceivers, Optical Communications systems, and others. Integrating multiple sensors and technologies on a single multi-mission satellite can simultaneously address the needs of multiple customers and their requirements.

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We have developed a manufacturing model that provides rapid response to customer requirements including integration of customers technologies and space-based data delivery. Our planned satellites are being designed to integrate COTS subsystems that are space-proven, can be rapidly integrated into the satellite and replaced rapidly when customer needs change or evolve. Our vertically integrated manufacturing processes give us the flexibility to make changes during the production cycle without impacting launch or costs.

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We have developed a manufacturing model that provides rapid response to customer requirements including integration of customers technologies for space-based data delivery. Our satellites are designed to integrate COTS subsystems that are space-proven, can be rapidly integrated into the satellite and replaced rapidly when customer needs change or evolve. Our vertically integrated manufacturing processes give us the flexibility to make changes during the production cycle without impacting launch or costs.

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While Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting is not mandatory, we are developing an ESG policy that will implement the tracking of several indicators we believe are critical to ensure we are doing our part to continue sustainable growth and maximize shareholder value. We have been in business for over twelve years manufacturing space hardware and components, and in that time, implementation of policies and processes to mitigate environmental impact have been of upmost importance. Furthermore, since our inception, we have recognized the value of our employees and have always prioritized employee well-being through facets such as excellent benefits, programs, educational assistance, and insurance of a safe and healthy work environment. We also understand that our efforts to promote value and well -being are not limited to our employees. We are committed to the communities we belong to both locally and professionally. We recently started to formalize this commitment, providing tangible benefits back to the community that supports us.

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We have been in business for over ten years manufacturing space hardware and components, and in that time, implementation of policies and processes to mitigate environmental impact have been of upmost importance. Furthermore, since our inception, we have recognized the value of our employees and have always prioritized employee well-being through facets such as excellent benefits, programs, educational assistance, and insurance of a safe and healthy work environment. We also understand that our efforts to promote value and well-being are not limited to our employees. We are committed to the communities we belong to both locally and professionally. We recently started to formalize this commitment, providing tangible benefits back to the community that supports us.

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Non-related party revenue increased 131% for the 3 months ended September 30, 2024 to approximately $1.8 million as compared to approximately $762,000 for the 3 months ended September 30, 2023 and was primarily driven by timing of fixed price milestone contracts and increased satellite related revenue contracts as compared to prior year. Revenue from related parties decreased by 50% to approximately $112,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2024 from approximately $223,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2023. This was influenced by the timing of fixed-price milestone contracts and a reduction in the number of contracts our related party secured with its customers, leading to decreased outsourcing of work to us.

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Total revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2025 decreased approximately $811,000 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2024. Non-related party revenue decreased by approximately 81% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, to approximately $161,000 as compared to approximately $845,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024. This was primarily driven by the timing of fixed price milestone contracts revenue. Related party revenue decreased 62% to approximately $78,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 versus approximately $205,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024. This was influenced by the timing of fixed-price milestone contracts and a reduction in the number of contracts our related party secured with its customers, leading to decreased outsourcing of work to us.

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Selling, general, and administrative expenses of approximately $3.2 million were down $568,391 when compared with approximately $3.8 million for the same period in 2023, and was primarily due to the following:

Current wording

Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased approximately $800,000 when compared with the same period in 2024. This was primarily due to the following:

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These decreases were partially offset by the following increases:

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These increases were partially offset by the following decreases:

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Other income and (expenses) showed an increase for the three months ended September 30, 2024, of other expenses of $523,347 to $730,691 compared to $207,344 in 2023 primarily due to an increase in interest expense related to our note payable which included an additional accrual estimate based on the principal and accrued but unpaid interest payment due when the note matures.

Current wording

Other income and (expenses) showed an increase of other expenses of $92,726 to $341,707 compared to $248,981 in 2024 primarily due to an increase in interest expense related to our asset-based loan.

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We had an accumulated deficit of approximately $54.7 million and working capital deficiency of approximately $4.6 million as of September 30, 2024. As of September 30, 2024, and December 31, 2023, we had approximately $1.2 million of cash.

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We had an accumulated deficit of approximately $66.8 million and working capital of approximately $2.3 million as of March 31, 2025 compared to accumulated deficit of approximately $60.3 million and working capital of approximately $8.0 million as of December 31, 2024. As of March 31, 2025, we had approximately $11.7 million of cash as compared to approximately $15.7 million as of December 31, 2024.

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For the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, we did not generate positive cash flows from operating activities. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net cash flows used in operating activities was approximately $10.3 million compared to approximately $10.0 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2023.

Current wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2025, net cash flows used in operating activities was approximately $3.2 million compared to approximately $5.4 million during the three months ended March 31, 2024.

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Cash flows used in operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 of approximately $10 million is comprised of a net loss of approximately $11.0 million, which was reduced by non-cash expenses of $845,029 for the issuance of warrants as compensation of underwriters services, $15,000 for bad debt and $148,166 for depreciation, and an decrease in net change in working capital of approximately $62,000.

Current wording

Cash flows used in operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 of approximately $3.2 million is comprised of a net loss of approximately $6.4 million, which was reduced by non-cash expenses of approximately $252,000 for stock-based compensation, approximately $935,000 for depreciation, approximately $20,000 of non-cash fees on the asset-based loan and a decrease in net working capital of approximately $2.0 million.

Previous wording

Cash flows used in operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 of approximately $10.3 million is comprised of a net loss of approximately $11.4 million, which was reduced by non-cash expenses of $236,040 for stock-based compensation and approximately $1.5 million for depreciation, and an increase in net change in working capital of approximately $625,000.

Current wording

Cash flows used in operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2024 of approximately $5.4 million is comprised of a net loss of approximately $3.8 million, which was reduced by non-cash expenses of approximately $79,000 for stock-based compensation and approximately $253,000 for depreciation, and an increase in net working capital of approximately $1.9 million.

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During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, we purchased property and equipment in the amount of approximately $5.1 million and $5.3 million respectively, primarily related to purchasing satellite related components and software.

Current wording

During the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, Sidus Space invested approximately $3.0 million and $2.2 million respectively, in property and equipment primarily related to purchasing satellite related components and software.

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During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, net cash provided in financing activities of approximately $14.5 million included our January and April 2023 capital raises of approximately $14.8 million net proceeds, partially offset by approximately $2,200 net repayment of an asset-based loan agreement and repayment of notes payable of approximately $224,000.

Current wording

During the three months ended March 31, 2025, net cash provided in financing activities of approximately $2.2 million included proceeds from the exercise of warrants from our December 2024 capital raise of approximately $2.4 million and net proceeds of approximately $2.9 million from an asset-based loan and repayment of notes payable of approximately $3.1 million.

Previous wording

During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net cash provided in financing activities of approximately $15.4 million included a January 2024 capital raise of approximately $5.6 million, a February 2024 capital raise of approximately $7.9 million, approximately $1.8 million in net proceeds from an asset-based loan and repayment of notes payable of $150,000.

Current wording

During the three months ended March 31, 2024, net cash provided in financing activities of approximately $12.6 million included a January 2024, capital raise of approximately $5.6 million and a February 2024, capital raise of approximately $7.9 million partially offset by net repayment of an asset-based loan of approximately $990,000 and repayment of notes payable of $150,000.

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Revenues from fixed price manufacturing related contracts that are still in progress at month end are recognized on the percentage-of-completion method, measured by the percentage of total costs incurred to date to the estimated total costs for each contract. This method is used because management considers total costs to be the best available measure of progress on these contracts. Revenue from fixed price contracts and time-and-materials contracts that are completed in the month the work was started are recognized when the work is shipped.

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Revenues primarily from manufacturing related fixed price contracts that are still in progress at month end are recognized on the percentage-of-completion method, measured by the percentage of total costs incurred to date to the estimated total costs for each contract. This method is used because management considers total costs to be the best available measure of progress on these contracts. Revenue from fixed price contracts and time-and-materials contracts that are completed in the month the work was started are recognized when the work is shipped.

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Revenues from fixed price contracts primarily related to satellite payloads that require milestone payments are recognized at the time of the milestone being met. This method is used because management considers that the payments are nonrefundable unless the entity fails to perform as promised. If the customer terminates the contract, we are entitled only to retain any progress payments received from the customer and we have no further rights to compensation from the customer. Even though the payments made by the customer are nonrefundable, the cumulative amount of those payments is not expected, at all times throughout the contract, to at least correspond to the amount that would be necessary to compensate us for performance completed to date. Accordingly, we account for the progress under the contract as a performance obligation satisfied at a point in time.

Current wording

Revenues from fixed price contracts primarily related to the satellite side of the business that require milestone payments are recognized at the time of the milestone being met. This method is used because management considers that the payments are nonrefundable unless the entity fails to perform as promised. If the customer terminates the contract, we are entitled to retain any progress payments received from the customer and we have no further rights to compensation from the customer. Even though the payments made by the customer are nonrefundable, the cumulative amount of those payments is not expected, at all times throughout the contract, to at least correspond to the amount that would be necessary to compensate us for performance completed to date. Accordingly, we account for the progress under the contract as a performance obligation satisfied at a point in time.
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Our broad range of support of international and domestic governments and commercial companies includes the Netherlands Organization, U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, Collins Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Teledyne Marine, Bechtel, Sierra Space, Intuitive Machines, OneWeb Satellites, Parsons Corporation, and L3Harris in areas that include but are not limited to launch vehicles, satellites, and autonomous underwater vehicles.

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Our patented space-related technologies include a print head for regolith-polymer mixture and associated feedstock; a heat transfer system for regolith; a method for establishing a wastewater bioreactor environment; vertical takeoff and landing pad and interlocking pavers to construct same; and high-load vacuum chamber motion feedthrough systems and methods. Regolith is a blanket of unconsolidated, loose, heterogeneous superficial deposits covering solid rock. It includes dust, broken rocks, and other related materials and is present on earth, the moon, Mars, some asteroids, and other terrestrial planets and moons. We continue to patent our products including our satellites, external platforms and other innovations. Sidus holds 14 granted patents and 13 pending applications.

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Three Months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024
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The imagery from Near-infrared and Short-wave infrared imagers will be integrated into our FeatherBox AI onboard processor and combined with AIS data to detect marine traffic migration and illegal fishing activities, detect methane emissions and detect vegetative stress in various agricultural areas. Any delays in commencing our commercial launch operations, including delays or cost overruns in obtaining NOAA licenses or other regulatory approvals for future operations or frequency requirements, could adversely impact our results and growth plans.

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Total revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 decreased approximately $773,000 versus total revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2023. This is primarily a result of a change in the mix of contracts of varying types. Manufacturing non-related party revenue decreased 11% for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 to approximately $3.8 million as compared to approximately $4.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 and was primarily driven by the timing of fixed price milestone contracts and lower satellite related revenue. Manufacturing revenue from related parties decreased approximately 47% to $409,523 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 from $766,985 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 and was influenced by the timing of fixed-price milestone contracts and a reduction in the number of contracts our related party secured with its customers, leading to decreased outsourcing of work to us.

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These decreases were partially offset by the following increases:

Previous report — wording carried elsewhere

The following table reconciles adjusted EBITDA to net loss (the most comparable GAAP measure) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023: