Water Ways Reports Q1 2021 Financial Results, Books a Profit and Record Q1 Sales of CAD$5,450,000

TORONTO, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Water Ways Technologies Inc. (TSXV: WWT) (“Water Ways” or the “Company“), a global provider of proprietary water irrigation technology solutions to agricultural producers, announces the filing of its Financial Statements (“Statements“) and Managements Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A“) for the three months period ended March 31, 2021. A comprehensive discussion of Water Ways’ financial position and results of operations is provided in the MD&A.

Ohad Haber, President, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Water Ways states: “Our business has improved dramatically on all fronts in Q1 of 2021. We achieved record Q1 sales and revenue growth, which is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication. Our sales and gross margins improved significantly, and we returned to profitability after several challenging quarters navigating the COVID19 pandemic in 2020. I am confident that we will continue our growth and improved results throughout the year.

On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at 11 am Eastern Time, Water Ways’ CEO, Ohad Haber, will host a live webinar with a corporate update, earnings discussion and the unique outlook for 2021 and beyond. An Investor question-and-answer session will follow.

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First Quarter Highlights (the following information must be read in conjunction with the MD&A)

  • Record sales for the three months period ended March 31, 2021, reached CAD$5,450,000 compared to CAD$3,207,000 for the three period ended March 31, 2020 for total revenue growth of 70%.
  • Net profit for the three months period ended March 31, 2021 reached CAD$220,000 compared to CAD$50,000 for the three months period ended March 31, 2020.
  • EBITDA for the three months period reached CAD$557,000 compared to CAD$39,000 for the three months period ended March 31, 2020.
  • Very strong start to 2021 with orders reaching over CAD$10 Million in Q1 of 2021.
  • Sales of Heartnut Grove WWT Inc. in Canada increased substantially and reached CAD$1,685,000 for the three months period ended March 31, 2021 compared to CAD$1,014,000 for three months period ended March 31, 2020.
  • The Company signed the largest contract in its history in Uzbekistan for over CAD$4,000,000.
  • Sales of the Company’s subsidiary in China reached CAD$320,000 for the for the period ended March 31, 2021.

Water Ways Technologies Financial Results Summary

The following tables set forth the highlights of the consolidated financial information of the Company and should be read in conjunction with the Statements and the notes thereto.

(CAD in thousands) Three months period ended March 31
2021 2020 Change %
Revenues:
Services Projects 3,217 1,127 185.4%
Products 2,233 2,080 7.4%
Total Revenues 5,450   3,207 70.0%
Cost of Sales 4,219 2,604 62.0%
Gross Profit 1,231   603 104.3%
Gross Profit Margin % 22.6% 18.8%
Operating Expenses 737 596
Financial expense (income), net 228 (43)
Taxes on Income 46
Profit for the period 220   50
EBITA for the period 557 39
(CAD in thousands) March 31, 2021 December 31,
2020
Change %
Balance Sheet Items:
Cash and Cash Equivalents 876 407 115.4%
Total Current Assets 10,094 6,992 44.4%
Total Assets 13,096 10,115 29.5%
Total Current Liabilities 8,658 6,976 24.1%
Total Non-Current Liabilities 2,736 2,505 9.2%

About Water Ways Technologies

Water Ways Technologies Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of Israeli-based agriculture technology, providing water irrigation solutions to agricultural producers. Water Ways Technologies competes in the global irrigation water systems market with a focus on developing solutions with commercial applications in the micro and precision irrigation segments of the overall market. At present, Water Ways Technologies’ main revenue streams are derived from the following business units: (i) Projects Business Unit; and (ii) Component and Equipment Sales Unit. Water Ways Technologies is capitalizing on the opportunities presented by micro and smart irrigation, while also making a positive mark on society by making these technologies more widely available, especially in developing markets such as Africa and Latin America and developed markets such as China and Canada. Water Ways Technologies irrigation projects include vineyards, Cotton fields, Apple and Orange orchards, Blueberries, Medical Cannabis, fresh produce cooling rooms and more, in over 15 countries.

For more information, please contact

Ronnie Jaegermann Guy Nathanzon
Director CFO
T: +972-54-4202054 T: +972-52-6007221
E: ronnie@waterwt.com E: guyn@waterwt.com

https://www.water-ways-technologies.com/

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute “forward-looking information” as such term is defined in applicable Canadian securities legislation. The words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “potential”, “will”, “seek”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” and similar expressions as they relate to Water Ways. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking information. Such statements reflect Water Ways’ current views and intentions with respect to future events, and current information available to Water Ways, and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Material factors or assumptions were applied in providing forward-looking information. Many factors could cause the actual results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information to vary from those described herein should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize. Should any factor affect Water Ways in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. Any such forward-looking information is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement. Moreover, Water Ways does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such forward-looking information. The forward-looking information included in this press release is made as of the date of this press release and Water Ways undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable law. Water Ways’ results and forward-looking information and calculations may be affected by fluctuations in exchange rates. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.

 

Water Ways’ Chinese Subsidiary Expands and Receives Two New Orders for Trellising and Smart Irrigation

TORONTO, May 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Water Ways Technologies Inc. (TSXV: WWT) (“Water Ways” or the “Company“), is pleased to announce that its Chinese subsidiary (of which the Company hold a 73% interest indirectly) has received orders for two projects with a value of approximately CAD$180K to be delivered in the first half of 2021. The projects are:

  1. Planning, supply and installation of an advanced net house, trellising and smart irrigation system of a Passion Fruit Orchard; and
  2. A pilot project for an advanced net house combined with a drip irrigation system for a Cherry Orchard.

Ohad Haber, President, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Water Ways, commented: Our investment in the Chinese market continues, we are building a new market for Water Ways by planning and delivering systems that combine smart net houses, trellising and smart irrigation for higher valued crops.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/5bb5a7ee-7d7e-48ad-adaa-dc8b54bb4d25

About Water Ways Technologies

Water Ways Technologies Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of Israeli-based agriculture technology, providing water irrigation solutions to agricultural producers. Water Ways Technologies competes in the global irrigation water systems market with a focus on developing solutions with commercial applications in the micro and precision irrigation segments of the overall market. At present, Water Ways Technologies’ main revenue streams are derived from the following business units: (i) Projects Business Unit; and (ii) Component and Equipment Sales Unit. Water Ways Technologies is capitalizing on the opportunities presented by micro and smart irrigation, while also making a positive mark on society by making these technologies more widely available, especially in developing markets such as Africa and Latin America and developed markets such as China and Canada. Water Ways Technologies irrigation projects include vineyards, Cotton fields, Apple and Orange orchards, Blueberries, Medical Cannabis, fresh produce cooling rooms and more, in over 15 countries.

For more information, please contact

Ronnie Jaegermann Guy Nathanzon
Director CFO
T: +972-54-4202054 T: +972-52-6007221
E: ronnie@waterwt.com E: guyn@waterwt.com

https://www.water-ways-technologies.com/

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute “forward-looking information” as such term is defined in applicable Canadian securities legislation. The words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “potential”, “will”, “seek”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” and similar expressions as they relate to Water Ways. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking information. Such statements reflect Water Ways’ current views and intentions with respect to future events, and current information available to Water Ways, and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Material factors or assumptions were applied in providing forward-looking information. Many factors could cause the actual results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information to vary from those described herein should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize. Should any factor affect Water Ways in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. Any such forward-looking information is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement. Moreover, Water Ways does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such forward-looking information. The forward-looking information included in this press release is made as of the date of this press release and Water Ways undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable law. Water Ways’ results and forward-looking information and calculations may be affected by fluctuations in exchange rates. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.

Water Ways Announces a New Order for a Cannabis Irrigation System in Israel

TORONTO, May 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Water Ways Technologies Inc. (TSXV: WWT) (“Water Ways” or the “Company“), is pleased to announce that it received a CAD$130,000 new order for upgrading an existing Cannabis irrigation system to one of the largest Medical Cannabis licensed producers in Israel. Water Ways expects to deliver the system in Q3 of 2021.

The order was comprised of the following components:

  1. Upgrading the existing irrigation system, redesigning and replacing all the electric valves and pipeline for water distribution to the different growing areas.
    The goals of the upgrade were to raise the level of uniformity in irrigation and fertilization to bring about a more uniform growth and yield.
  2. Design and installation of a system of water tanks allowing better control of the quality and quantity of water entering the irrigation system in the field.
    The system includes circulating the water in a UV system for water disinfection and continuous monitoring of the salinity (EC) and acidity (pH) levels in the water in order to pinpoint the amounts of fertilizer added to the irrigation water.
  3. Design and delivery of foggers cooling system, for the clones and vegetative growing rooms (VEG). The system is designed to decrease the temperature and enrich the space with moisture on hot and dry days.
  4. Design and installation of a reverse osmosis (RO) system and a dilution junction that can control the levels of salts in the water. The system will allow the introduction of salt-less water into the fogging system, and at the same time, the system is enabling to maintain constant levels of salts that reach the irrigation system.

Ohad Haber, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “We are gaining an excellent reputation in the Israeli medical cannabis market, one of the largest in the world, as the leading vendor of irrigation and fertilization solutions, due to our profound knowledge and experience in the technology of growing Cannabis precise tailor-made cultivation systems.”

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d603ec0e-bce8-45fa-9b82-8190acb7ce06

About Water Ways Technologies

Water Ways Technologies Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of Israeli-based agriculture technology, providing water irrigation solutions to agricultural producers. Water Ways Technologies competes in the global irrigation water systems market with a focus on developing solutions with commercial applications in the micro and precision irrigation segments of the overall market. At present, Water Ways Technologies’ main revenue streams are derived from the following business units: (i) Projects Business Unit; and (ii) Component and Equipment Sales Unit. Water Ways Technologies is capitalizing on the opportunities presented by micro and smart irrigation, while also making a positive mark on society by making these technologies more widely available, especially in developing markets such as Africa and Latin America and developed markets such as China and Canada. Water Ways Technologies irrigation projects include vineyards, Cotton fields, Apple and Orange orchards, Blueberries, Medical Cannabis, fresh produce cooling rooms and more, in over 15 countries.

For more information, please contact

Ronnie Jaegermann Guy Nathanzon
Director CFO
T: +972-54-4202054 T: +972-52-6007221
E: ronnie@waterwt.com E: guyn@waterwt.com

https://www.water-ways-technologies.com/

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute “forward-looking information” as such term is defined in applicable Canadian securities legislation. The words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “potential”, “will”, “seek”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” and similar expressions as they relate to Water Ways. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking information. Such statements reflect Water Ways’ current views and intentions with respect to future events, and current information available to Water Ways, and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Material factors or assumptions were applied in providing forward-looking information. Many factors could cause the actual results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information to vary from those described herein should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize. Should any factor affect Water Ways in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. Any such forward-looking information is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement. Moreover, Water Ways does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such forward-looking information. The forward-looking information included in this press release is made as of the date of this press release and Water Ways undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable law. Water Ways’ results and forward-looking information and calculations may be affected by fluctuations in exchange rates. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.