Sandnes, Norway, 9 April 2025 - Desert Control (DSRT), an agri-tech company
providing solutions for soil and water conservation, listed on Euronext Growth
Oslo, reports that the recently announced U.S. trade tariffs on goods from
Norway do not currently have any material impact on the company's operations,
value chain, or financial outlook.
Following recent policy announcements by the U.S. administration-to implement a
16% import tariff on Norwegian goods effective April 9, 2025-Desert Control has
conducted an internal review to assess both the direct implications of this
measure and the broader potential impact of recent U.S. trade actions. Based on
current information and the company's operational structure, Desert Control does
not foresee any material effect on its U.S. operations, delivery capabilities,
or supply chain at this time.
Desert Control operates in the United States through its wholly owned
subsidiary, Desert Control Americas Inc., and serves the U.S. market through a
fully domestic value chain. This includes sourcing raw materials, local project
execution, and in-market manufacturing of Desert Control's proprietary mobile
production systems for soil treatment.
"Our U.S. operations are structurally embedded within the American market.
Inputs for client deliveries are sourced locally, and manufacturing for the U.S.
is done in the U.S.," said Marty Weems, Managing Director at Desert Control
Americas Inc.
Key Mitigating Factors
· Localized U.S. Operations: Desert Control's projects in the U.S. are
executed entirely through its American subsidiary. The complete value chain-from
production to delivery-is embedded within the United States, minimizing exposure
to international trade restrictions.
· Local Sourcing for U.S. Client Deliveries: Desert Control's soil treatment
programs for U.S. clients use domestic raw materials and inputs. The company
does not currently export materials or inputs from Norway that would fall under
the new tariffs' scope.
· Limited Exposure to Affected Trade Categories: The announced tariff measures
primarily apply to physical goods. Services such as digital support, consulting,
and technology deployment remain outside the scope of current trade actions.
· U.S.-Based Manufacturing of Production Units: Mobile production systems for
the U.S. market are built locally and are, therefore, not directly subject to
import tariffs. While the units are manufactured in the United States, certain
components may have international origins or be affected by broader market
pricing dynamics. These inputs represent a minor share of total unit
manufacturing costs, and any such effects are not expected to have a material
financial impact.
"Our operating model is resilient and built for agility," said Ole Kristian
Sivertsen, CEO of Desert Control. "We're well-positioned to respond to evolving
market conditions while safeguarding operational continuity, cost stability, and
client outcomes."
Desert Control continues to monitor trade and policy developments closely.
Should the scope of current measures evolve or extend to additional areas, the
company is positioned to adapt in a manner that supports uninterrupted service,
operational resilience, and compliance with relevant regulations.
For more information, please contact:
Ole Kristian Sivertsen
CEO, Desert Control
Email: oks@desertcontrol.com
Mobile (NOR): +47 957 77 777
Mobile (USA): +1 650 643 6136
Cautionary Note:
Disclaimer related to forward-looking statements.
This release contains forward-looking information and statements relating to the
business, performance, and items that may be interpreted to impact the results
of Desert Control and/or the industry and markets in which Desert Control
operates.
Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and may
be identified by words such as "aims," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates,"
"expects," "foresees," "intends," "plans," "predicts," "projects," "targets,"
and similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are based on current
expectations, estimates, and projections, reflect current views concerning
future events, and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, and may
be subject to change without notice. Forward-looking statements are not
guarantees of any future performance, and risks, uncertainties, and other
important factors could cause the actual business, performance, results, or the
industry and markets in which Desert Control operates to differ materially from
the statements expressed or implied in this release by such forward-looking
statements.
No representation is made that any forward-looking statements or forecasts will
come to pass or that any forecasted performance, capacities, or results will be
achieved. Readers are cautioned not to place any undue reliance on any forward
-looking statements.
About Desert Control:
Desert Control develops innovative solutions to enhance soil health, conserve
water, and promote ecosystem resilience. The company's mission is to combat
desertification, soil degradation, and water scarcity. Our patented Liquid
Natural Clay (LNC) transforms sandy, fast-draining soils to retain water and
nutrients, improving soil health, crop yields, and ecosystem vitality while
conserving water. Desert Control provides customized solutions to strengthen
sustainability, profitability, and prosperity for agriculture, forests, and
green landscapes. In collaboration with partners and clients, we aim to preserve
natural resources, restore biodiversity, enhance food security, and ensure a
climate-resilient future.
For more information, visit https://www.desertcontrol.com