Watania International Holding PJSC

About Watania International Holding PJSC
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E)
Watania International Holding PJSC (‘WIH’ or the ‘Company’, formerly known as Dar Al Takaful PJSC) is a listed entity trading on Dubai Financial Market under the ticker WATANIA (previously DARTAKAFUL).
The Company is incorporated as a public joint stock company in accordance with the Federal Law No. 8 of 1984 (as amended) relating to commercial companies in the UAE. It obtained its commercial license on 23 July 2008 and commenced operations on 1 September 2008.
The Company was formed following the consolidation of key operators including the acquisition in 2020 of Noor Takaful by Dar Al Takaful PJSC and the merger in July 2022 of Dar Al Takaful PJSC with National Takaful Company PJSC (Watania).
In March 2023, the public joint stock company changed its name from Dar Al Takaful PJSC to Watania International Holding PJSC and its insurance license was cancelled as it became an investment holding company aiming to expand its footprint through shariah compliant investments consisting of a portfolio of Takaful companies and supporting businesses to help develop and grow the Takaful sector.
Watania International Holding PJSC is the sole shareholder of two operating companies: Watania Takaful General PJSC (previously Noor Takaful General PJSC) and Watania Takaful Family PJSC (previously Noor Takaful Family PJSC). Together, they create one of the leading Takaful providers in the UAE.The two operating companies offer a range of Takaful products including motor, general, technical, medical, and family to both individuals and companies in the UAE. They operate in accordance with the teachings of Islamic Sharia and within the provisions of UAE Federal Law No. 6 of 2007 relating to Takaful companies and Takaful agents and the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the companies. The two companies operate full-services offices located in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Deira and Jebel Ali in Dubai.
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The Board of Directors of Watania International Holding (PJSC) will meet on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, at 2:30 PM. The agenda includes reviewing and endorsing the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending 31 December 2024, inviting the Annual General Assembly to convene after receiving necessary approvals, and discussing routine business matters. The authorized signatory for this meeting is Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary.
The preliminary results for Watania International Holding (PJSC), formerly known as Dar Al Takaful (PJSC), have been released for the period ending on December 31, 2024. The company was established on July 23, 2008, with a paid-up, subscribed, and authorized capital of AED 260,156,250. The Chairman of the Board is Dr. Ali Saeed Sultan Bin Harmal Aldhaheri, and the Chief Executive Officer is Mr. Gautam Datta. The company's external auditor is Grant Thornton Audit and Accounting Limited, Dubai Branch. The mailing address is P.O. Box 48883, Dubai, UAE, with a contact telephone number of +971 4 813 4444 and an email address of nawal.maally@watania.ae.
On December 26, 2024, Watania International Holding (PJSC) held a Board of Directors meeting at 1:00 PM. During the meeting, the board approved the company's budget for the financial year 2025 and the procurement of Islamic credit facilities from Emirates NBD Bank. The board also discussed routine business matters. The meeting details were documented by Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary.
A Board of Directors meeting for Watania International Holding (PJSC) is scheduled for Thursday, December 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM. The agenda includes reviewing the company's budget for the financial year 2025, considering the procurement of Islamic credit facilities from Emirates NBD Bank, and discussing routine business matters. The notification is issued by Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary, on December 23, 2024.
A Board of Directors meeting for Watania International Holding (PJSC) is scheduled for Thursday, 12 December 2024, at 3:30 PM. The meeting will focus on routine business discussions. The notification is authorized by Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary, and is dated 9 December 2024.
Watania International Holding reported a net profit before tax of AED 9.7 million for the first nine months of 2024, marking its fourth consecutive quarter of profitability despite significant one-time claims from the UAE's April rains. The company's improved financial performance was driven by better results in its Medical portfolio, though overall Takaful revenue declined by 9% due to challenges in the Motor and Property lines. Operating expenses decreased by 12% due to operational efficiencies, and the combined operating ratio improved to just above 100%, or 97% when adjusted for the rain-related claims. The company highlighted its strategic focus on long-term shareholder value, technological advancements, customer service, and operational improvements across its Takaful subsidiaries.
On 12 November 2024, Watania International Holding (PJSC) held a Board of Directors meeting at 3:00 PM. During the meeting, the board approved the financial statements for the third quarter ending 30 September 2024 and discussed routine business matters. The meeting details were authorized by Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary, and documented with the company's seal.
Watania International Holding (PJSC) has scheduled a Board of Directors meeting for Tuesday, 12 November 2024, at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes reviewing and endorsing the financial statements for the third quarter ending 30 September 2024, along with routine business discussions. The notification is authorized by Nawal Ma’ally, the Board Secretary, on 7 November 2024.