Aspen Aerogels, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights

Core Insights - Aspen Aerogels, Inc. has updated its full-year 2025 outlook to reflect lower near-term electric vehicle (EV) production in North America, with anticipated revenue between $270 million and $280 million, down from a previous estimate of $297 million to $317 million [7] - The company reported a total revenue of $73.0 million for Q3 2025, a decrease of 6% compared to Q2 2025 and a significant drop from $117.3 million in Q3 2024 [2][8] - Aspen's net loss for Q3 2025 was $6.3 million, an improvement from a net loss of $13.0 million in Q3 2024, with adjusted net loss per share of $0.06 after accounting for restructuring and impairment charges [3][8] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $6.3 million, down from $25.4 million in Q3 2024, indicating a decline in operational profitability [4][8] - The company ended Q3 2025 with cash and equivalents of $152.4 million and generated $15 million in operating cash flow, reflecting ongoing working capital optimization initiatives [8] - Gross margins for Q3 2025 were reported at 28.5%, a decrease of four percentage points from the previous quarter [8] Business Developments - Aspen has received a PyroThin® Thermal Barrier contract from a major European OEM, with production expected to start in 2027, showcasing the company's technology leadership and growth opportunities [1][8] - The company anticipates a strong performance in its Energy Industrial business in 2026 as project activity normalizes, alongside revenue opportunities from diversification into adjacent markets [6][8] - The U.S. EV market has presented challenges, but the company aims to rebuild growth in its Thermal Barrier business as the market stabilizes [5][8]