Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. Wins Exclusive Government Contract for Metal Recycling Valued at Approximately $2 Million

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Thu, Dec 12, 2024, 6:18 AM 3 min read

CHESAPEAKE, Va., Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: GWAV), a prominent leader in sustainable metal recycling across Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio, announces it has been awarded an exclusive government contract for the recycling of 550,000 pounds of non-ferrous metal, estimated to boost Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 revenues by approximately $2 million.

Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc.'s Footprint of Metal Recycling Facilities in Virginia and North Carolina as of December 11, 2024

Key Competitive Advantages:

Extensive Footprint: Greenwave operates a footprint of 13 metal recycling facilities with significant market share, including three hubs – with two focused on processing ferrous metal and one on non-ferrous metal.
Barriers to Entry: A robust portfolio of operational licenses, safeguarded by municipal regulations, ensures limited competition in this highly regulated market.
Real Estate Investment: The recent acquisition of key facility real estate in Carrollton, Virginia Beach, Toano, along with four others, fortifies Greenwave's position and prepares the Company for future strategic transactions.

Strategic Growth Trajectory:
Greenwave continues to prioritize government contracts as a cornerstone of its growth strategy, leveraging key relationships across municipal and federal sectors. Notable initiatives include:

Partnerships for large-scale infrastructure projects such as the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel expansion.
Agreements with numerous municipalities for recycling abandoned vehicles.
Contracts supporting U.S. Federal Government operations.

Located near Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base, and the Port of Virginia, Greenwave taps into an abundant supply of prime scrap metal from defense contractors, shipyards, and logistics operations.

Greenwave's Vision:
With unmatched market positioning, a robust contract pipeline, and proximity to key supply chains, Greenwave is poised for long-term, sustainable growth and value creation for its stakeholders.

About Greenwave – One of the Mid Atlantic's Leading Metal Recyclers

As an operator of 13 metal recycling facilities, Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: GWAV) supplies leading steel mills and industrial conglomerates with ferrous and non-ferrous metal. With steel being one of the most recycled materials worldwide, Greenwave supplies the raw metal utilized in critical infrastructure projects and U.S. warships vital to American national security interests. Headquartered in Chesapeake, VA, the Company has 167 employees with metal recycling operations across Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio.

For detailed financials and updates, visit www.GWAV.com.

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