ARAMEX PJSC

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Ticker/ISIN
ARMX
AEA002301017
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About ARAMEX PJSC

Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E)

Aramex PJSC (“the Parent Company”) is a Public Joint Stock Company registered in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates on 15 February 2005 under UAE Federal Law No. 8 of 1984 (as amended). The Parent Company and its subsidiaries are (collectively referred to as “the Group” and individually as “Group entities”).

The Parent Company was listed on the Dubai Financial Market on 9 July 2005. The principal activities of the Group are to invest in the freight, express, logistics and supply chain management businesses through acquiring and owning controlling interests in companies in the Middle East and other parts of the world.

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Aramex reported stable revenues of AED 1.56 billion for Q1 2025, marking a 1% increase year-on-year. This growth was supported by gains in Domestic Express (up 13%), Freight Forwarding (up 9%), and Logistics (up 21%), which compensated for a 13% decline in International Express. The shift towards nearshoring has led to a change in product mix, with more volumes in short-haul regional and domestic services. Domestic express volumes rose by 8%, land freight LTL by 21%, and land freight FTL by 4%, while warehousing operated near full capacity. Despite these changes, the gross profit margin decreased to 23.3% from 25.7% in Q1 2024, affected by cost inflation and increased direct costs. SG&A expenses rose by 1% year-on-year, representing 20% of total revenues. Aramex maintained a strong financial position with a cash balance of AED 545 million and a Debt to EBITDA ratio of 2.9x. The company also launched "Accelerate28," a transformation initiative aimed at improving pricing and operational efficiencies by reorganizing its geographic activities from eight regions to four.
Aramex PJSC and its subsidiaries have released their unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements as of March 31, 2025.
On May 7, 2025, Aramex PJSC held a board meeting with all nine members present, achieving a 100% quorum. The meeting involved the approval of the company's unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the first quarter ending March 31, 2025. Additionally, Ms. Lubna Tareq Ata Shebli was appointed as Acting Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, to maintain proper segregation of duties and continuity in financial oversight. This follows the appointment of Mr. Nicolas Sibuet as Acting Chief Executive Officer. The meeting also included discussions on business updates and routine matters. The proceedings were documented by Amanda Dahdah, the Governance Officer and Board Secretary for Aramex PJSC.
Aramex PJSC has scheduled a meeting for Wednesday, 7 May 2025, at 3:00 PM UAE time. The agenda includes discussing the approval of the company's unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the first quarter ending 31 March 2025, as well as business updates and routine matters. Amanda Dahdah, the Governance Officer and Board Secretary of Aramex PJSC, is the authorized signatory for this notice.
Aramex, a global logistics and transportation company, announced the resignation of its Group CEO, Othman Al-Jeda, who stepped down for personal reasons after 31 years with the company. The Board of Directors has appointed Nicolas Sibuet, the Chief Financial Officer, as Acting Group CEO effective April 24, 2025. Chairman Captain Mohamed Juma Alshamsi expressed gratitude for Al-Jeda's leadership and contributions. Sibuet, who joined Aramex in January 2022, brings 30 years of industry experience and is expected to lead the company through its next growth phase. Al-Jeda expressed confidence in Sibuet's leadership, while Sibuet thanked the Board for their trust and acknowledged Al-Jeda's impact on the company. Aramex, founded in 1982 and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, operates in over 600 cities across 70 countries, offering a range of logistics services. Sustainability is a key focus of the company's mission.
On April 23, 2025, the Board of Directors of Aramex PJSC issued a resolution by circulation approving the resignation of the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Othman Al-Jeda, effective April 24, 2025. They also approved the appointment of Mr. Nicolas Sibuet as the Acting Group Chief Executive Officer, effective the same date. The resolution was signed by Amanda Dahdah, the Governance Officer and Board Secretary.
Aramex PJSC has announced the final results of a voluntary conditional cash offer from Q Logistics Holding LLC, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company PJSC (ADQ), to acquire up to 100% of Aramex's issued and paid-up ordinary share capital not already owned by Abu Dhabi Ports Company PJSC. The completion of the offer is subject to certain conditions outlined in the Offer Document. Aramex will provide further updates on any significant developments.
On March 20, 2025, Aramex PJSC held a meeting chaired by Mr. Mohamed Juma Alshamsi, with a quorum of 60.88% of capital. The meeting, conducted electronically and in-person in Dubai, approved several resolutions for the year ending December 31, 2024. These included the approval of the Board of Directors' report, the Auditor’s report, the company's balance sheet, and profit and loss account. The recommendation not to distribute cash dividends was also approved, along with the Board of Directors’ remuneration of AED 4,400,000. The members of the Board and the external auditors were absolved from any liability. Ernst & Young was appointed as the auditors for the financial year ending December 31, 2025, with fees set at AED 6,941,214. The meeting also approved the Board Members’ Remuneration Policy, with no special resolutions taken. The meeting details were authorized by Amanda Dahdah, Governance Officer and Board Secretary.

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In Q3 2023, Aramex reported a revenue of AED 1.35 billion, a 5% YoY decrease, and a gross profit of AED 335 million, a 4% YoY increase. Excluding foreign exchange impact, revenue decline was 2% and gross profit growth was 8%. The GCC region was the major contributor to the group's revenues, accounting for 40% of total revenues and reporting a 21% YoY growth in its gross profit. The company's gross profit margin increased to 25% and EBITDA margin remained stable at 10%. EBITDA reached AED 134 million, a 5% YoY decrease. The company's net income declined to AED 9.6 million, largely due to increased interest rates following the MyUS acquisition. However, Aramex's International Express segment saw a 4% YoY increase in revenue.

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The text refers to the unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial information for ARAMEX PJSC and its subsidiaries for the nine-month period ending on 30th September 2023.

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Disclosure: Press release regarding financial results for the first half of 2023

Aramex, a leading global logistics and transportation solutions provider, reported a resilient performance in H1 2023 despite challenging market conditions. The company's revenue was AED 2.8 billion, a 5% YoY decline. The Gross Profit Margin remained steady at 25% in both H1 and Q2 2023. The company's effective cost management is evident in a 12% decline in SG&A expenses in Q2 2023. Net income was AED 42.8 million in H1 2023, a significant decrease compared to AED 91.9 million in H1 2022, due to increased financial expenses and a softening topline. Despite challenging trends in International Express volumes, the company's domestic volumes were resilient. The GCC accounted for 39% of total revenues, reporting a 3% growth in Gross Profit in Q2 2023.

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