Nauticus Robotics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KITT) announced on February 9 2026 that it has entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement with Master Investment Group for a strategic investment of up to $50 million, of which an initial $3 million tranche will be paid immediately to fund the company’s first international manufacturing and offshore services hub in the United Arab Emirates. The agreement, signed on February 6 2026, provides additional capital that can be drawn in future tranches as the hub expands.
The investment comes at a critical time for Nauticus, whose cash burn has been rapid and whose current ratio sits at 0.21, indicating a strained liquidity position. The company has reported significant losses in recent quarters, and the infusion of capital is essential to sustain operations, fund the new manufacturing facility, and support ongoing R&D for its Aquanaut autonomous subsea robotic platform.
The UAE hub will house a dedicated manufacturing, sales, and offshore services business unit. Facility development will include workforce localization initiatives and the initial production of the Aquanaut platform, with operational capability expected in 2026. Master Investment Group will also assist Nauticus in securing an early deployment contract for the Aquanaut in the region, leveraging its local relationships to accelerate commercial adoption.
Master Investment Group, traditionally focused on real‑estate, leisure, and tourism development, is diversifying into high‑technology manufacturing. Its involvement signals confidence in the UAE’s growing offshore energy market and provides Nauticus with a strategic partner that can help navigate regulatory approvals and local market dynamics. The investment structure includes Series D Convertible Preferred Stock, warrants, and a convertible debenture, giving Master Investment Group a flexible equity and debt position in the company.
Strategically, the UAE hub is expected to reduce delivery timelines, lower logistics costs, and tap the Middle East offshore energy market, thereby strengthening Nauticus’ competitive moat in autonomous subsea robotics. By localizing production and services, Nauticus can respond more quickly to customer needs and capture new revenue streams in a region with expanding offshore infrastructure projects.
CEO John Gibson said the partnership “represents a meaningful step forward in our global growth strategy. Establishing Aquanaut manufacturing and offshore services in the UAE allows us to accelerate deployment, reduce delivery timelines, and better serve customers across international markets.” Managing Director Sheikh Abdulla Al Qassimi of Master Investment Group added that the deal “reflects our commitment to attracting world‑class technology, building high‑value industrial capacity, and positioning the UAE as a regional center for robotics, automation, and next‑generation offshore services.” Analyst sentiment remains mixed, with some forecasts expecting sales growth and potential profitability, while others maintain a neutral or sell stance, underscoring the company’s ongoing financial challenges and the importance of the new capital infusion.
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