National Central Cooling Co.

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Ticker/ISIN
TABREED
AEN000501017
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About National Central Cooling Co.

Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates

Tabreed is a UAE-based utility company that provides energy-efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly year-round district cooling solutions in the GCC.  Founded in 1998, and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, Tabreed’s cooling systems are an integral part of the region’s infrastructure. The company now delivers over a million Refrigeration Tons (RT) to major government, commercial, and residential projects. Tabreed owns and operates 83 plants in its portfolio across the GCC..

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Sean Magee, Board Secretary, addressed a letter dated March 27, 2025, to H.E. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and H.E. Hamed Ahmad Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The letter clarifies news reported by Reuters about Tabreed's potential acquisition consideration. Magee emphasized Tabreed's commitment to disclosure and transparency rules, assuring that any transactions will be officially announced as per regulations. Until then, Tabreed will not comment on media speculation. For further information, recipients are encouraged to contact the company.
Tabreed held its Annual General Assembly where shareholders approved a cash dividend payout of AED 441 million for the fiscal year 2024, reflecting strong financial performance. The company reported record revenues and a 32% increase in net profit for 2024, achieving a total shareholder return of 96% over the past five years. The assembly confirmed new board members, Mansoor Al Hamed and Janis Rey Lozada. Chairman Dr. Bakheet Al Katheeri highlighted the company's consistent performance and strategic investments, noting its resilience and promising future opportunities. In 2025, Tabreed has already raised $700 million through a green sukuk and entered a joint venture with Dubai Holding. The company expanded its operations in 2024 by completing two new plants and increasing connections across several countries, with a 5% growth in consumption volumes.
The Annual General Assembly Meeting of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC ("Tabreed") took place on March 25, 2025. During this meeting, shareholders approved a special resolution authorizing the company's Board of Directors to issue non-convertible bonds, sukuk, or similar instruments. The issuance can be conducted directly or through a special purpose vehicle, in one or more tranches, with a total nominal value not exceeding USD 2 billion or its equivalent in other currencies. The Board of Directors is also authorized to determine the date of issuance and other related terms.
On 17 March 2025, a communication was addressed to H.E. Waleed Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and H.E. Hamed Ahmad Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, regarding a long-term concession agreement for the Palm Jebel Ali development project. Tabreed has entered into an agreement to provide district cooling services exclusively for this project in Dubai. The agreement will be executed through a joint venture between Tabreed and Dubai Holding, with shares distributed as 51% for Tabreed and 49% for Dubai Holding. The project will be implemented in multiple phases with a total cooling requirement of approximately 250,000 refrigeration tons. The letter was signed by Sean Magee, Board Secretary.
National Central Cooling Company (Tabreed) and Dubai Holding Investments have entered a concession agreement to provide district cooling services for Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai. The joint venture, with Tabreed holding a 51% stake and Dubai Holding Investments 49%, aims to offer approximately 250,000 Refrigeration Tons (RTs) of cooling capacity. The project, valued at AED 1.5 billion, will be executed in multiple phases, with construction expected to start in Q2 2025 and initial services by 2027. The agreement is supported by Tabreed's major shareholders, Mubadala and ENGIE. This collaboration is designed to optimize cooling capacity, enhance information-sharing, and ensure sustainable cooling solutions for the development.
Tabreed, a leading district cooling company, successfully raised USD 700 million through its inaugural five-year green sukuk, marking the first issuance under its new USD 1.5 billion trust certificate program. The sukuk will be listed on the London Stock Exchange's International Securities Market. The issuance attracted strong demand from local, regional, and international investors, leading to a 2.6 times oversubscription. It was competitively priced with a profit rate of 5.279%, achieving the tightest credit spread for a five-year instrument by Tabreed or any other UAE corporate sukuk with a similar credit rating. The high demand was supported by investment-grade credit ratings from Moody's and Fitch. Proceeds from the sukuk will be used in accordance with Tabreed's Green Financing Framework to finance or refinance eligible green projects, including district cooling schemes, energy and water efficiency, and wastewater management projects.
Sean Magee, the Board Secretary, informed H.E. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and H.E. Hamed Ahmad Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, about the pricing of USD 700 million green sukuk by the National Central Cooling Company PJSC ("Tabreed"). These sukuk are issued in a Regulation S format with a five-year tenor and a profit rate of 5.279%. The issuance is supported by investment-grade credit ratings from Moody's and Fitch, rated "Baa3" and "BBB" respectively. The proceeds will be used to finance or refinance projects aligned with Tabreed’s Green Financing Framework. The sukuk is expected to be settled this week.
The Board of Directors of National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed) invites shareholders to attend the annual general assembly meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM UAE time. Shareholders can attend in person at the company's headquarters in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, or virtually via an electronic link sent after registration. The agenda includes authorizing the chairman to appoint a meeting secretary and vote collector, and a special resolution to authorize the Board to issue additional non-convertible bonds, sukuk, or similar instruments up to USD 2 billion, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

On December 5, 2024, the Board of Directors of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC, also known as Tabreed, held a meeting to discuss the company's business and operational matters. This meeting was conducted in accordance with the amended Disclosure and Transparency Regulations. The notification is addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The communication is signed by Sean Magee, the Board Secretary.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The text is a formal notification regarding an upcoming board meeting for the National Central Cooling Company (PJSC). The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on December 5, 2024, and will focus on discussing the company's business and operations. This notification is in accordance with Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations from the year 2000, as amended. The letter is addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It is signed by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

The text is a formal communication addressed to H.E. Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, both located in the UAE. It concerns the results of a board meeting of the National Central Cooling Company (PJSC), also known as "Tabreed," held on November 19, 2024. The meeting focused on discussing the company's business and operational matters. The letter references specific articles of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations and is signed by Sean Magee, the Board Secretary.

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Disclosure: Result of Earnings Call

On 15 November 2024, Tabreed held an earnings call at 3 PM to discuss its financial results for the period ending 30 September 2024. The documents related to the earnings call are available on the company's website under the Investor Relations section. The communication was addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The message was signed by Sean Magee, Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Press release regarding financial results for the 3rd QTR of 2024

Tabreed, a leading district cooling company based in the UAE, reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, showing increased revenues and strengthened EBITDA. The company experienced a 6% rise in consumption volumes, resulting in a 4% increase in net profit before tax to AED 462 million. Group revenue rose to AED 1.85 billion, driven by higher consumption and the addition of 29,000 Refrigeration Tons (RT) of new connections over the past year. EBITDA increased to AED 933 million, maintaining a stable margin of 50%. Tabreed expanded its customer base with new connections in the UAE, India, Egypt, and Oman, including 12,444 RT added in the third quarter. The company generated strong cash flows, with free cash flows of AED 912 million over the past year, and reduced its debt by 12%, resulting in a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 4.0x. Tabreed remains committed to maintaining its 'investment grade' credit rating. In the third quarter, Tabreed actively promoted district cooling, participating in the Asia Urban Energy Assembly in Bangkok, aligning with its expansion strategy in Southeast Asia.

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Disclosure: Financial statements for the 3rd QTR of 2024

The document is a review report and interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the National Central Cooling Company PJSC, covering the nine-month period ending on September 30, 2024.

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Disclosure: Results of Board Decisions by Passing

The document is a notification dated 14 November 2024, addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It informs them of a Circular Resolution passed by the Board of Directors of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC ("Tabreed"). The resolution approves the company's unaudited interim accounts for the period ending 30 September 2024 and the release of these accounts along with a press release to the Securities & Commodities Authority and the Dubai Financial Market. The notification is signed by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The text is a notification addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It informs them of an upcoming Board of Directors meeting for the National Central Cooling Company (PJSC) scheduled for 3:00 PM on 19 November 2024. The meeting aims to discuss the business and operations of the company, in accordance with Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations. The notification is signed by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Earnings Call

The National Central Cooling Company (Tabreed) will hold an earnings call on 15 November 2024 at 3:00 PM to discuss the financial results for the period ending 30 September 2024. This information was communicated by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Board Decisions by Passing

The document is a notification addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, regarding a decision by the Board of Directors of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC. According to Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations, a Circular Resolution concerning the company's financial results for the third quarter ending on September 30, 2024, will be distributed at 1:00 pm on November 14, 2024. The notification is signed by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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