ASPN vs GLDD Comparison

Aspen Aerogels Inc is an aerogel technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance aerogel insulation used in the energy industrial and sustainable insulation markets. The company also conducts research and development related to aerogel technology supported by funding from several agencies of the United States of America government and other institutions in the form of research and development contracts. It is engaged in two operating segment Energy Industrial and Thermal Barrier. Geographically, it operates in the U.S. and also has a presence in other International countries. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Energy Industrial segment and the United States market. Some of its products include Pyrogel XTE; Cryogel Z; Spaceloft Subsea; and others.

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp is a provider of dredging services in the United States. The Company is also fully engaged in expanding its core business into the offshore energy industry. Dredging involves the enhancement or preservation of the navigability of waterways or the protection of shorelines through the removal or replenishment of soil, sand, or rock. Company work generally is to performed in coastal waterways and deep water ports. Its project portfolio includes Coastal Restoration, Coastal Protection, Ports and Harbors, International, and Inland Dredging.