OMNIQ Corp Announces Closing of Private Placement of Unregistered Common Stock and Acquisition of 51% of Dangot Computers

Rhea-AI Summary

OMNIQ Corp. (OTCQB: OMQS) reported the acquisition of a 51% stake in Dangot Computers Ltd for $7.6M, intending to enhance its AI solutions for supply chain automation. In fiscal year 2020, consolidated pro forma revenue reached approximately $91M, driven by Dangot's $35M earnings and diversified clientele across healthcare, retail, and logistics. OMNIQ's private placement raised about $13.8M for the acquisition and operational expenses. The deal aims to facilitate OMNIQ's potential up-listing to a national exchange by 2021, leveraging Dangot's market reach and innovative technologies.

Positive

• Acquisition of 51% of Dangot enhances OMNIQ's market position in automation solutions.
• Pro forma combined revenue of approximately $91M indicates strong market presence.
• Dangot's diversified customer base opens new market opportunities for OMNIQ's AI products.
• Private placement raised $13.8M to support acquisition and operational growth.

Negative

• None.

• Consolidated OMNIQ and Dangot pro forma revenue for fiscal year 2020 amounts to approximately $91M.
• Dangot Computers Ltd (Dangot) is an Israeli based leader in providing innovative technologies including: frictionless automated order processing & digital payment processing products for the retail, fast food and parking markets; integrated work stations for physicians, drug delivery and blood tests; robotics for smart warehouses; point of sales, self-check in management, and other state of the art solutions.
• Dangot’s Revenue for 2020 was approximately $35M, with attractive gross margins and Profit before Taxes of approximately $2M.
• Strong and diversified customer base including hospitals, logistic centers, supermarkets, manufacturing plants, retail chains, restaurants, municipalities, and government agencies.
• Dangot’s influence with early adopter customers including multiple AI pilots offers a very attractive opportunity to accelerate adoption of OMNIQ’s proprietary AI solutions to automate the supply chain and operations.
• OMNIQ’s Fortune 500 customers provide a significant potential new market for Dangot’s innovative solutions, focused, among others, on the Food & Drug, Medical, Retail and the Transportation & Logistics, markets.
• OMNIQ paid $7.6M for a 51% equity interest in Dangot with a one-year option to acquire the remaining 49% at the same valuation.
• OMNIQ believes the closing of both transactions will accelerate its path to up-listing to a national stock exchange in 2021

SALT LAKE CITY, July 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMNIQ Corp. (OTCQB: OMQS) (OMNIQ" or the "Company"), a provider of Supply Chain and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Machine Vision solutions, announced the closing of its private placement resulting in gross proceeds to OMNIQ of approximately $13.8 million, before deducting placement agent fees and offering expenses, and its previously announced acquisition of 51% of Dangot Computers Ltd. (“Dangot”), a leader in providing state of the art technology enabling frictionless automated order processing & digital payment processing products for retail, fast food and parking, integrated working stations for physicians, drug delivery and blood tests, robotics for smart warehouses, point of sales and other innovative solutions.

The securities issuable upon closing of the offering consist of unregistered shares of common stock at a purchase price of $7.00 per share. The net proceeds of the offering are expected to be used for payments in connection with the acquisition of Dangot, Inc., and the remaining money will be used for working capital.

ThinkEquity, a division of Fordham Financial Management, Inc., acted as sole placement agent for the private placement offering.

Based on Pro Forma 2020 results, the acquisition creates a combined $91 Million revenue provider of automation and object identification solutions.

OMNIQ is paying the sole shareholder of Dangot a total of approximately $7.6 million (depending upon the exchange rate to the Israeli Shekel) comprised of approximately $5.6 million to be paid in cash and $2 million in restricted shares at $9.087 Per share based on average closing share price over the 30 trading days prior to signing of the definitive agreement announced on May 6, 2021. OMNIQ will have a one-year option to acquire the remaining 49% at the same valuation.

Dangot is a prominent player in the field of automation and frictionless equipment. Its systems have gained an excellent reputation and significant market share in the demanding Israeli market, offering worldwide innovations to multiple verticals like healthcare, retail, restaurants and warehouse automation.

OMNIQ believes that Dangot’s innovative product offerings fit OMNIQ’s target markets, and as such will be leveraged by its strong sales team in the US market. At the same time, OMNIQ believes it can accelerate merging its AI products into the supply chain customers served by both companies.

As discussed above, simultaneously with the closing of the acquisition of Dangot, OMNIQ entered into a securities purchase agreement with institutional and accredited investors for the sale of 1,970,957 shares of common stock at a price of $7.00 per share, which resulted in gross proceeds to OMNIQ of approximately $13.8 million, before deducting placement agent fees and estimated offering expenses.

OMNIQ believes the closing of both transactions will accelerate its path to up-listing to a national stock exchange in 2021.

The securities to be offered and sold by OMNIQ in the private placement are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and are being sold pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) and Regulation D promulgated thereunder, or state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. The Company has agreed to file a registration statement with the SEC covering the resale of the shares of common stock to be issued in the private placement and shares of common stock underlying warrants to be issued to the placement agent. Any resale of OMNIQ securities under such resale registration statement will be made only by means of a prospectus.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About OMNIQ Corp.

OMNIQ Corp. provides computerized and machine vision image processing solutions that use patented and proprietary AI technology to deliver data collection, real-time surveillance and monitoring for supply chain management, homeland security, public safety, traffic & parking management, and access control applications. The technology and services provided by the Company help clients move people, assets, and data safely and securely through airports, warehouses, schools, national borders, and many other applications and environments.

OMNIQ’s customers include government agencies and leading Fortune 500 companies from several sectors, including manufacturing, retail, distribution, food and beverage, transportation and logistics, healthcare, and oil, gas, and chemicals. Since 2014, annual revenues have grown to more than $50 million from clients in the USA and abroad.

The Company currently addresses several billion-dollar markets, including the Global Safe City market, forecast to grow to $29 billion by 2022, and the Ticketless Safe Parking market, forecast to grow to $5.2 billion by 2023. For more information, visit www.omniq.com.

Information about Forward-Looking Statements  

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Investor Contact:
James Carbonara
Hayden IR
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Brett Maas
Hayden IR
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FAQ

What is the significance of OMNIQ's acquisition of Dangot Computers Ltd?

The acquisition provides OMNIQ with enhanced AI technologies and access to a diversified customer base, potentially increasing revenue and market reach.

How much did OMNIQ pay for its stake in Dangot?

OMNIQ paid $7.6 million for a 51% equity interest in Dangot, with an option to acquire the remaining 49% within a year.

What are the expected financial impacts of the acquisition for OMNIQ?

The acquisition is expected to drive growth in revenue, leveraging Dangot's existing sales and innovative product offerings.

What are OMNIQ's future plans following the acquisition?

OMNIQ aims to integrate Dangot's technologies and accelerate its path to up-listing on a national stock exchange in 2021.

What revenue did Dangot generate in 2020?

Dangot reported approximately $35 million in revenue for the year 2020.