ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland and Labrador, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kraken Robotics Inc. ("Kraken" or the "Company") (TSX-V: PNG, OTCQB: KRKNF) is pleased to announce that it has received several orders totaling approximately $3 million for Miniature Synthetic Aperture Sonar (MINSAS) systems from three separate customers.

"In the current geopolitical environment, we are seeing an increased need for synthetic aperture sonar systems to be used in mine countermeasure operations," said Greg Reid, President and CEO of Kraken. "We're increasing our inventory to be able to more quickly respond to this need, enabling navies worldwide to collect critical data for accurate and efficient decision-making."

The Man-Portable SAS (MP-SAS) and MINSAS 120 systems have been ordered for integration on uncrewed underwater vehicles for international naval customers.

Kraken's MINSAS offers industry-leading resolutions of up to 2 cm x 2 cm (post-processed) at 200 meters per side in a compact, light-weight form factor. It is designed to be easily integrated on a variety of platforms including UUVs, remotely operated vehicles, and Kraken's KATFISH towed SAS. Kraken has been selling MINSAS systems since 2015 to defense and commercial customers in more than 15 countries worldwide.

Figure 1: Kraken's MINSAS synthetic aperture sonar produces resolutions up to 2 cm x 2 cm at 200 meters per side.

Kraken also announces that it has renewed its capital markets advisory agreement (the "Agreement") with Sophic Capital Inc. ("Sophic Capital") to provide investor relations services to the Company. Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, Sophic Capital will assist the Company in the preparation of an investor communications plan, investor materials, news releases, roadshows and conference calls. The Sophic Capital Agreement is for a term of 12 months, commencing on February 24, 2024. In consideration for Sophic Capital's services, the Company will pay Sophic Capital $7,000 per month and will reimburse Sophic Capital for expenses approved by the Company in advance in writing.

ABOUT KRAKEN ROBOTICS INC.
Kraken Robotics Inc. (TSX.V:PNG) (OTCQB: KRKNF) is a marine technology company providing complex subsea sensors, batteries, and robotic systems. Our high-resolution 3D acoustic imaging solutions and services enable clients to overcome the challenges in our oceans - safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Kraken Robotics is headquartered in Canada and has offices in North and South America and Europe. Kraken is ranked as a Top 100 marine technology company by Marine Technology Reporter.

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For further information:

Erica Kierstead, Director of Marketing
erica.kierstead@krakenrobotics.com

Joe MacKay, Chief Financial Officer
(416) 303-0605
jmackay@krakenrobotics.com

Greg Reid, President & CEO
(416) 818-9822
greid@krakenrobotics.com

Sean Peasgood, Investor Relations
(647) 955-1274
sean@sophiccapital.com

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