Ocean Power Technologies has deployed three PowerBuoys off the US coastline under a Department of Homeland Security surveillance initiative. These buoys are strategically positioned to monitor maritime approaches and enhance real-time threat detection capabilities along critical border areas.

Each PowerBuoy harnesses ocean wave motion to produce electricity, delivering an average output sufficient to run environmental sensors, radar systems, and satellite communications equipment. The autonomous units include onboard batteries and remote monitoring controls to ensure continuous operation in challenging offshore conditions.

Securing a DHS surveillance contract strengthens the company’s position in the government maritime security sector and could drive incremental revenue over the next contract period. Successful performance may open opportunities for further deployments with other federal agencies and international border-security partners.