Hyliion Holdings Corp.
For the period ended Jun 30, 2025. Filed Aug 12, 2025.
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Jun 30, 2025 · Filed Aug 12, 2025
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-03-31; filed 2025-05-13.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-06-30; filed 2025-08-12.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Current report
•Defense: Defense organizations around the world are pursuing advanced energy solutions to support modern, rapidly evolving, distributed operations across land, sea, air, and autonomous platforms. Hyliion’s fuel-agnostic KARNO platform is engineered to meet these changing mission profiles with a combination of versatility, efficiency, and durability. Designed to operate on over 20 fuels, including JP-8 and its variants, diesel, ammonia, and hydrogen, the KARNO system enhances logistical adaptability across diverse applications. Its low acoustic and thermal signatures support stealth and operational security, while its high fuel efficiency enables longer runtimes and reduced refueling needs. Built with minimal moving parts and robust architecture, the KARNO technology delivers extended maintenance intervals and high system uptime under challenging conditions. Whether deployed in forward operating bases, shipboard power systems, microgrids, or unmanned autonomous platforms, the scalable KARNO Power Module and KARNO Core aim to deliver reliable, next-generation power for the strategic and tactical demands of global defense operations.
Current report
To date in 2025, we have delivered two of the ten early adopter customer units planned for the year. These initial units are undergoing testing under our R&D contract with the ONR and are performing well mechanically, while we address minor software and test equipment issues. Initial KARNO Power Module deployments, along with our ongoing testing and development efforts, will continue to validate critical design specifications, including projected operating life, maintenance requirements and durability.
Current report
Earlier in 2025, we announced that delivery of early deployment customer units and validation of generator design parameters were delayed due to design and production problems related to a key printed component − the regenerator − as well as delays in ramping up production of linear electric motors by a contract manufacturer. The regenerator functions as a heat capacitor, storing thermal energy within the system as helium gas cycles between hot and cold temperature regions. It is a critical component for achieving the generator’s target power levels and overall system efficiency. An early regenerator design was found to have insufficient heat storage and transfer capability. Additionally, residual powder from the additive manufacturing process could not easily be removed after printing due to the small passageways in the regenerator’s flow channels.
Current report
The regenerator part has since been redesigned to increase heat storage and transfer capabilities. Bench testing of this updated design indicates that it will address the performance shortfalls seen with the earlier configuration. We are now printing the components needed to upfit a full KARNO Core for validation at full-power operation. Furthermore, new post-processing techniques have been implemented and verified to effectively remove residual powder after printing. The updated regenerator can be easily retrofitted into existing KARNO Cores once available.
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We recently insourced linear electric motor production after earlier efforts to outsource this work to a contract manufacturer. This transition will accelerate the ramp-up in motor production capacity and give Hyliion greater control over manufacturing quality. While production challenges and the shift in operations delayed early deployment unit deliveries, output has since increased and is now expected to meet ongoing production needs.
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Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased $0.3 million primarily due to:
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•a decrease of $0.1 million in professional services; partially offset by
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•an increase of $0.3 million in personnel and benefits.
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Exit and Termination Costs (Benefits)
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Comparison of Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 to Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
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The following table summarizes our results of operations on a consolidated basis for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (the “current six months”) and 2024 (in thousands, except share and per share data):
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Revenue and Cost of Revenues
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Selling, General and Administrative
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Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased $0.8 million primarily due to:
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•a decrease of $0.5 million in insurance; and
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•an increase of $0.5 million in personnel and benefits.
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Interest Income
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Research and Development
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Research and Development
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Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased $0.5 million primarily due to:
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Previous wording
Beyond the 200 kW variant, Hyliion is advancing the development of a larger 2 MW KARNO system, which integrates multiple 200 kW KARNO Core units operating in tandem within a compact 160 square-foot footprint - approximately the size of a 20’ shipping container. We believe that this modular and scalable approach enables seamless power expansion while maintaining high efficiency and reliability. Scheduled for commercialization in 2026, the 2 MW solution will target key market segments such as data centers and industrial prime power applications. By utilizing multiple 200 kW generating blocks, the system offers built-in redundancy and the flexibility for customers to customize capacity to match their power needs.
Current wording
Beyond the 200 kW variant, Hyliion is advancing the development of a larger 2 MW KARNO system, which integrates multiple 200 kW KARNO Core units operating in tandem within a compact 160 square-foot footprint - approximately the size of a 20’ shipping container. We believe that this modular and scalable approach enables seamless power expansion while maintaining high efficiency and reliability. The 2 MW solution will target key market segments such as data centers and industrial prime power applications. By utilizing multiple 200 kW generating blocks, the system offers built-in redundancy and the flexibility for customers to customize capacity to match their power needs.
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Since acquiring the KARNO technology from GE in September 2022, Hyliion has made significant R&D investments to support an expected commercial launch of the 200 kW product in 2025. Early efforts focused on the development of a 125 kW KARNO Core, which has been successfully operated in our Ohio facility and utilized for extensive testing and further advancements. Through this system, we validated the ability of the KARNO Core’s fuel oxidation system to operate on a wide range of fuel sources, including natural gas, hydrogen, gas mixtures, and untreated landfill and Permian Basin well gas. Additionally, testing of the oxidation system demonstrated very low levels of pollutant emissions in the exhaust stream. The 125 kW KARNO Core also served as platform for developing and validating key components that are now incorporated into the larger 200 kW KARNO Power Module slated for market launch. These advancements include improved helium gas bearings for greater durability, a magnetic encoder for precise shaft position detection and optimized printed components to increase KARNO Core efficiency and manufacturing speed. The higher powered 200 kW KARNO Core also incorporates a larger
Current wording
Since acquiring the KARNO technology from GE in September 2022, Hyliion has made significant R&D investments to support an expected commercial launch of the 200 kW KARNO Power Module. Early efforts focused on the development of a 125 kW KARNO Core, which has been successfully operated in our Ohio facility and utilized for extensive testing and further advancements. Through this system, we validated the ability of the KARNO Core’s fuel oxidation system to operate on a wide range of fuel sources, including natural gas, hydrogen, gas mixtures, and untreated landfill and Permian Basin well gas. Additionally, testing of the oxidation system demonstrated very low levels of pollutant emissions in the exhaust stream. The 125 kW KARNO Core also served as platform for developing and validating key components that are now incorporated into the larger 200 kW KARNO Power Module slated for market launch. These advancements include improved helium gas bearings for greater durability, a magnetic encoder for precise shaft position detection and optimized printed components to increase KARNO Core efficiency and manufacturing speed. The higher powered 200 kW KARNO Core also incorporates a larger Hyliion-designed linear electric motor. Development activities in 2024 and 2025 included developing production processes for this new motor as well as testing and validation of design parameters.
Previous wording
During 2024, we completed the design and sourcing of components for the balance-of-plant systems that support linear KARNO Core operation for the 200 kW system, including the system enclosure. The balance of plant includes cooling, pressure control, fuel and air, battery, high and low voltage, inlet air and exhaust systems. Development work also includes control software, safety systems, the human-to-machine interface and the physical integration of systems. Validation of essential operating parameters, including efficiency, emissions and reliability, were also part of R&D activities. Initial KARNO Power Module deployments, coupled with our ongoing testing and development efforts, will continue to help validate other critical design specifications, including the KARNO Power Module’s projected operating life, maintenance requirements and durability.
Current wording
We have completed the design and sourcing of components for the balance-of-plant systems that support KARNO Core operation for the 200 kW system, including the system enclosure. The balance of plant includes cooling, pressure control, fuel and air, battery, high and low voltage, inlet air and exhaust systems. Development work also includes control software, safety systems, the human-to-machine interface and the physical integration of systems. Validation of essential operating parameters, including efficiency, emissions and reliability, are also part of R&D activities.
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We provide R&D services to third parties, including the U.S. government. In September 2024, Hyliion was awarded a cost-plus-fixed-fee contract of up to $17.1 million by the ONR to assess the suitability of its KARNO Power Module for Navy vessels and stationary power applications. The contract aligns with ONR’s objective of leveraging advanced technology to reduce its carbon footprint while enhancing operating capabilities. Upon successful validation and demonstration, the KARNO Power Module could be used as an electric power system in future platforms and for stationary power needs. In the first quarter of 2025 we delivered the first early deployment generator unit under this contract which we have been testing at our R&D facility in Cincinnati.
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We provide R&D services to third parties, including the U.S. government. In September 2024, Hyliion was awarded a cost-plus-fixed-fee contract of up to $16.0 million by the ONR to assess the suitability of its KARNO Power Module for Navy vessels and stationary power applications. The contract aligns with ONR’s objective of leveraging advanced technology to reduce its carbon footprint while enhancing operating capabilities. Upon successful validation and demonstration, the KARNO Power Module could be used as an electric power system in future platforms and for stationary power needs. In the first quarter of 2025 we delivered the first early deployment generator unit under this contract which we have been testing at our R&D facility in Cincinnati. We expect to deliver additional KARNO Cores and Power Modules during 2025 and will expand testing to include long duration operation, simulation of ship motion and the ability of the system to operate in extreme temperature environments.
Previous wording
Our focus is on continuing development and testing of our fuel-agnostic KARNO Power Module and the deployment of initial units with customers through 2025. We anticipate that a substantial portion of our capital resources and efforts in the near future will be focused these activities. The amount and timing of our future funding requirements, if any, will depend on many factors, including but not limited to the pace of completing initial KARNO Power Module testing and validation, the pace at which we invest in KARNO Core additive printing capacity, our plans for manufacturing KARNO Power Module components (whether in-house or through outsourcing to third parties), the range of product offerings we plan to bring to market and external market factors beyond our control.
Current wording
Our focus is on continuing development and testing of our fuel-agnostic KARNO Power Module and the deployment of initial units with customers through 2025. We anticipate that a substantial portion of our capital resources and efforts in the near future will be focused on these activities. The amount and timing of our future funding requirements, if any, will depend on many factors, including but not limited to the pace of completing initial KARNO Power Module testing and validation, the pace at which we invest in KARNO Core additive printing capacity, our plans for manufacturing KARNO Power Module components (whether in-house or through outsourcing to third parties), the range of product offerings we plan to bring to market and external market factors beyond our control.
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In the fourth quarter of 2024, we began recognizing revenue for R&D services performed as both a prime and subcontractor to the United States government. Revenue for R&D services increased $0.5 million and associated cost of revenues increased $0.5 million.
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In the fourth quarter of 2024, we began recognizing revenue for R&D services performed as both a prime and subcontractor to the United States government. Revenue for R&D services increased $1.5 million and associated cost of revenues increased $1.4 million.
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R&D expenses increased $4.3 million due to higher spending related to the design and testing of our KARNO Power Module, growth in the production of additive components, and the procurement of parts for our initial KARNO Power Module deployments later in 2025.
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R&D expenses increased $1.8 million due to higher spending related to the design and testing of our KARNO Power Module, growth in the production of additive components, and the procurement of parts for our initial KARNO Power Module deployments later in 2025.
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•a decrease of $0.3 million in facilities costs; and
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•a decrease of $0.1 million in facilities costs; and
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•a decrease of $0.2 million in insurance.
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•a decrease of $0.2 million in professional services; partially offset by
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Exit and termination costs decreased by $3.0 million as a result of the adoption of the Plan and items discussed in Note 2 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements, including recoveries from assets sold.
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Exit and termination costs decreased by $2.8 million as a result of the adoption of the Plan and items discussed in Note 2 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements, including recoveries from assets sold.
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At March 31, 2025, our current assets were $128.0 million, consisting primarily of cash and cash equivalents of $12.3 million, short-term investments of $108.8 million and prepaid expenses of $4.9 million. Our current liabilities were $9.2 million and were primarily comprised of accounts payable, accrued expenses and operating lease liabilities. We also had $77.7 million of investments in longer-term liquid securities which we maintain to generate higher income on capital that we do not expect to spend in the next 12 months.
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At June 30, 2025, our current assets were $114.5 million, consisting primarily of cash and cash equivalents of $15.6 million, short-term investments of $93.0 million and prepaid expenses of $4.8 million. Our current liabilities were $10.3 million and were primarily comprised of accounts payable, accrued expenses and operating lease liabilities. We also had $76.7 million of investments in longer-term liquid securities which we maintain to generate higher income on capital that we do not expect to spend in the next 12 months.
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We expect to continue to incur net losses in the short term, as we continue to execute on our strategic initiatives by completing the development and commercialization of the KARNO Power Module with anticipated initial customer deployments in 2025. However, actual results could vary materially and adversely as a result of a number of factors including, but not limited to, those discussed in Part II, Item 1A. “Risk Factors.”
Current wording
We expect to continue to incur net losses in the short term as we continue to execute on our strategic initiatives by completing the development and commercialization of the KARNO Power Module with anticipated initial customer deployments throughout 2025. However, actual results could vary materially and adversely as a result of a number of factors including, but not limited to, those discussed in Part II, Item 1A. “Risk Factors.”
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Net cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash provided by or used in operating activities, investing activities and financing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 is summarized as follows (in thousands):
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Net cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash provided by or used in operating activities, investing activities and financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024 is summarized as follows (in thousands):
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For the three months ended March 31, 2025, cash flows used in operating activities were $14.0 million. Cash used primarily related to a net loss of $17.3 million, adjusted for a $0.4 million change in working capital accounts and $3.7 million in non-cash expenses (including $1.6 million related to prepaid expenses and other current assets, $1.6 millionin assets held for sale carrying value adjustments, and $1.3 million related to share-based compensation, partially offset by $1.5 million related to accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities and $0.3 million related to gain on asset sales).
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For the six months ended June 30, 2025, cash flows used in operating activities were $24.0 million. Cash used primarily related to a net loss of $30.7 million, adjusted for a $0.6 million change in working capital accounts and $6.1 million in non-cash expenses (including $2.7 million related to share-based compensation, $2.4 million related to depreciation and amortization, $1.9 million related to prepaid expenses and other current assets, and $1.6 million in assets held for sale carrying value adjustments, partially offset by $0.9 million related to accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities and $0.6 million related to gain on asset sales).
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For the three months ended March 31, 2024, cash flows used in operating activities were $22.7 million. Cash used primarily related to a net loss of $15.6 million, adjusted for a $13.1 million change in working capital accounts and $6.0 million in non-cash expenses (including $5.6 million related to accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities and $7.4 million related to prepaid expenses and other current assets, partially offset by $5.6 million in assets held for sale carrying value adjustments and $1.3 million related to share-based compensation).
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For the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash flows used in operating activities were $33.4 million. Cash used primarily related to a net loss of $26.4 million, adjusted for a $14.2 million change in working capital accounts and $7.2 million in non-cash expenses (including $7.7 million related to accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities and $5.1 million related to prepaid expenses and other current assets, partially offset by $5.6 million in assets held for sale carrying value adjustments and $2.4 million related to share-based compensation).
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For the three months ended March 31, 2025, cash flows provided by investing activities were $17.6 million. Cash provided related to the sale or maturity of investments of $24.6 million and the proceeds from sale of assets of $0.2 million, offset by acquired property and equipment of $7.3 million.
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For the six months ended June 30, 2025, cash flows provided by investing activities were $30.9 million. Cash provided related to the sale or maturity of investments of $60.0 million and the proceeds from sale of assets of $0.8 million, offset by the purchase of investments of $18.4 million and acquired property and equipment of $11.6 million.
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For the three months ended March 31, 2024, cash flows provided by investing activities were $27.9 million. Cash provided related to the sale or maturity of investments of $53.9 million, partially offset by the purchase of investments of $23.7 million and acquired property and equipment of $2.8 million.
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For the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash flows provided by investing activities were $46.0 million. Cash provided related to the sale or maturity of investments of $83.2 million and the proceeds from sale of assets of $3.5 million, partially offset by the purchase of investments of $32.6 million and acquired property and equipment of $8.1 million.
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For the three months ended March 31, 2025, cash flows used in financing activities were $0.4 million, primarily due to taxes paid related to the net share settlement of equity awards.
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For the six months ended June 30, 2025, cash flows used in financing activities were $0.5 million, primarily due to taxes paid related to the net share settlement of equity awards.
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For the three months ended March 31, 2024, cash flows used in financing activities were $11.3 million, primarily due to treasury stock repurchases.
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For the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash flows used in financing activities were $14.3 million, primarily due to treasury stock repurchases.
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•a decrease of $0.3 million in insurance;
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Exit and termination benefits decreased by $0.2 million as a result of the adoption of the Plan and items discussed in Note 2 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements, including recoveries from assets sold.
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In the fourth quarter of 2024, we began recognizing revenue for R&D services performed as both a prime and subcontractor to the United States government. Revenue for R&D services increased $2.0 million and associated cost of revenues increased $1.9 million.
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R&D expenses increased $6.1 million due to higher spending related to the design and testing of our KARNO Power Module, growth in the production of additive components, and the procurement of parts for our initial KARNO Power Module deployments later in 2025.
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•a decrease of $0.4 million in facilities costs;
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Interest income decreased $1.8 million primarily due to the decline in our investment balance.
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Hyliion-designed linear electric motor. Development activities in 2024 and early 2025 included developing production processes for this new motor as well as testing and validation of design parameters.