Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC

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Ticker/ISIN
ADPORTS
AEA004601018
Market/Country
Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange
United Arab Emirates

About Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC

Company was incorporated in 2006 and specializes in the following: a. Own, rent, operate, maintain, manage and develop all ports, docks, harbors, wharfs, waterways, bridges, water barriers, infrastructure and related constructions in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, (except for those used by oil installations, companies, and armed forces, and the ownership of the land on which Port Zayed is located). b. Supervise port services carried out by companies and concerned authorities, including procedures for loading and unloading goods, port and ship services, ship catering, warehouses, storage, and other services. c. Establish and provide ports with technical and administrative services, in accordance with the required international regulations, standards and efficiency. d. Impose and collect fees for services from the beneficiaries of port services, docks, harbors, docks, waterways, bridges, water barriers, infrastructure and related constructions in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in accordance with international regulations, regulations and decisions issued by the competent government department. e. Cooperate with other government agencies operating in the ports and provide the necessary assistance and facilities to them. f. Conduct studies related to the projects of planning, and developing ports in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and submitting the same to the competent government department for approval. g. Establish, manage and develop industrial, commercial and service non-financial free zones on lands granted or allocated by the government to the Company in accordance with a plan approved by the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

Latest Pressrelease Summaries from Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has been informed by the Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC that the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has approved their request to hold a General Assembly meeting. This meeting is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2024. An invitation to the General Assembly meeting will be published in both English and Arabic in two daily newspapers on Friday, November 29, 2024. Attached to the notice is the meeting invitation and a disclosure regarding proxy authorizations for attendance.
The Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC passed a resolution by circulation on Monday, 25 November 2024, at 6 p.m. The resolution involves inviting the company's general assembly to convene on a date that will be agreed upon by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) to discuss the issuance of bonds by the company. The company will announce the date and agenda for the general assembly meeting after obtaining approval from the SCA.
On 21 November 2024, a communication was sent to the Disclosure & Compliance Section at the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange regarding a decision by the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC. The Board plans to issue a resolution by circulation on 25 November 2024 at 6 p.m. to invite the company's general assembly to discuss the issuance of bonds. The letter was signed by Emil Pellicer, the General Counsel, and a copy was sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
On 11 November 2024, the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC conducted a meeting via video conference at 5 p.m. During the meeting, they approved the financial statements for the third quarter of the 2024 financial year. The Board also discussed general matters concerning the company's activities and projects. The communication was addressed to the Disclosure & Compliance Section of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and copied to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
The Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC has scheduled a Board of Directors meeting on Monday, 11 November 2024, at 5 p.m. via video conference. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the company's financial statements for the third quarter of 2024, considering financing for the company's activities, and discussing general matters related to the company's operations and projects. The notification is addressed to the Market Operations & Surveillance department of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a copy is sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority. The letter is signed by Emil Pellicer, the General Counsel.
AD Ports Group has signed agreements with two UAE banks to refinance its USD 2.25 billion syndicated loan, resulting in potential savings of up to AED 44 million (USD 12 million) in finance costs over the next 12 months. The new refinancing includes an AED 9.2 billion (USD 2.5 billion equivalent) medium-term facility with a 2.5-year maturity and an AED 1.0 billion (USD 273 million equivalent) short-term facility with a 1.5-year tenor. This move extends the Group's debt maturity to 2026 and beyond, providing greater financial flexibility and positioning the company to benefit from declining interest rates. The refinancing follows the US Federal Reserve's decision to start its interest rate easing cycle. AD Ports Group aims to use bonds as the primary long-term funding vehicle and is rated “A+” & “gcAAA” by S&P and “AA-” with a stable outlook by Fitch.
AD Ports Group has signed agreements with two UAE banks to refinance a USD 2.25 billion syndicated loan at more favorable terms, potentially saving up to AED 44 million (USD 12 million) in finance costs over the next 12 months. The new facilities include a medium-term facility of AED 9.2 billion (USD 2.5 billion) with a 2.5-year maturity and a short-term facility of AED 1.0 billion (USD 273 million) with a 1.5-year tenor. This refinancing aligns with the Group's strategy to utilize bonds for long-term funding and takes advantage of the US Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cuts. The new agreements extend debt maturity to 2026 and beyond, offering greater financial flexibility and lower financing costs. AD Ports Group holds strong credit ratings from S&P and Fitch.
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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC AGM Results held on 18/04/2024 at 15:00

The Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC held its Annual General Assembly Meeting on April 18, 2024, from 3 to 4 p.m. at the company's head office and virtually. The meeting was chaired by H.E. Falah Mohammed Falah Jaber Al Ahbabi, and had a quorum of 80.1785%. All ordinary resolutions were approved, including the board of directors' report, external auditors' report, company's balance sheet, and profit and loss account for the financial year ended on December 31, 2023. The board's recommendation of no cash dividends distribution for 2023 was approved, as was the payment of AED 10,902,000 to the board as remuneration. The board and auditors were discharged from liability for their 2023 activities. Deloitte & Touche (ME) were appointed as external auditors for 2024, with a remuneration of AED 2,005,000 plus VAT. Two additional board members, Renzo Bravo Calambrogio and Soren Jensen, were elected.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC (Company)- Nominations received for Board membership of the Company

The Abu Dhabi Ports Company has received nomination applications from two candidates, Renzo Bravo Calambrogio and Soren Jensen, for two additional seats on the board. This is contingent on the General Assembly approving an increase in the number of board members from seven to nine. The information was disclosed by the company's General Counsel, Emil Pellicer, to the Market Operations & Surveillance and Disclosure & Compliance sections of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, with a copy sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Invitation to Attend AGM held on 18/04/2024 at 15:00

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has approved the request to hold the Annual General Assembly meeting (AGM) of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC on Thursday 18 April 2024, at 3:00pm. The AGM invitation was published in two daily newspapers in English and Arabic on Wednesday 27 March 2024. The AGM invitation and a disclosure regarding AGM proxies and nomination announcement for two board seats were attached.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Invitation to Attend AGM held on 18/04/2024 at 15:00

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has approved the request to hold the Annual General Assembly Meeting (AGM) of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC on Thursday 18 April 2024, at 3:00pm. The AGM invitation was published in two daily newspapers in English and Arabic on Wednesday 27 March 2024. The AGM invitation and a disclosure regarding AGM proxies and nomination announcement for two board seats are attached.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Corporate Governance Report for the year December 31,2023

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Disclosures: AD Ports Group Acquires Majority Stake in Tbilisi Dry Port

AD Ports Group has announced the signing of a purchase agreement with Inveco LLC to acquire a 60% stake in the Tbilisi Dry Port, a new rail-connected logistics hub in Georgia. The group will initially invest AED 61 million ($16.5 million) in the project, which is expected to be operational by Q4 2024. The port is a key logistics hub along the Middle Corridor, a trade lane linking Western Asia to Eastern Europe. The project will include facilities such as a container freight station, warehouses, and a car storage park. It will offer significant intermodal logistics capabilities, and will be developed in three phases.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Financial Results for the Period Ended December 31,2023

The text pertains to the consolidated financial statements and reports of the Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC for the fiscal year ending on 31 December 2023.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Board Meeting Results held on 11/03/2024 at 15:00

On 11 March 2024, the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC held a meeting via video conference. During the meeting, they approved the company's audited annual financial statements for the financial year that ended on 31 December 2023. The board also invited the company's annual general assembly to convene on 18 April 2024 or any other date agreed by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). The company will publish the agenda for the annual general assembly meeting after obtaining SCA's approval. The board also discussed recent developments related to the company's activities and projects.

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Disclosures: Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC Announcement of Board Meeting to be held on 11/03/2024 at 15:00

The Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC will hold a meeting via video conference on Monday 11 March 2024 at 3 p.m. The agenda includes reviewing the company's audited annual financial statements for the financial year ended 31 December 2023, and discussing general matters related to the company's activities and projects. The information was disclosed by the Market Operations & Surveillance of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the message was signed by Emil Pellicer, the company's General Counsel. A copy of the notice was sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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ADX Disclosures: ADPORTS Resumption Notice

Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC has released its preliminary, unaudited results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. The company, established on March 4, 2006, has a paid, subscribed, and authorized capital of 5,090,000,000 ordinary shares of AED 1 each. The Chairman of the Board is H.E. Falah Mohammed Falah Jaber Al Ahbabi and the CEO is Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi. The external audit was conducted by Deloitte & Touche (M.E.). The company can be contacted through their mailing address, telephone, fax, or email.

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