Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC

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Ticker/ISIN
GULFNAV
AEG000601019
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC

Gulf Navigation Holding (“the Company”) changed its legal form to Public Joint Stock Company and became Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC in October 2006. The Company is a holding company with shipping and maritime related activities undertaken through its subsidiaries.  The business areas encompass marine transportation of commodities, chartering of vessels, ship agencies, marine transport undertaken by special passengers and merchant contracts, clearing and forwarding services and container loading, unloading, discharging and packing services etc.

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The Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC held a meeting on Thursday, 31 July 2025. During this meeting, they approved regular matters and other business-related issues of the company. The information was communicated by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC, to H.E. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, and H.E. Waleed Saed Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority.
On July 31, 2025, Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC informed Hamed Ahmed Ali, the CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, about an increase in the permitted percentage of foreign ownership in the company’s capital. The limit has been raised from 49% to 100% according to Article 7 of the company's articles of association. The last trading date under the 49% limit will be August 1, 2025, and the new limit will take effect on August 4, 2025. This information was communicated by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director.
The text is a formal notification regarding a Board of Directors meeting for Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC. The meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, 31 July 2025, at 10:00 am. The agenda includes regular matters and any other business related to the company. The notification is addressed to H.E. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of Dubai Financial Market, and H.E. Dr. Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority. The message is signed by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.
Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC (GULFNAV), a maritime and shipping company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has successfully completed its AED 500 million Mandatory Convertible Bond (MCB) offering. The total subscriptions exceeded AED 520 million, with bonds priced at AED 1.10 each, set to convert into shares by October 29, 2025. This offering is part of GULFNAV's AED 3.2 billion acquisition of Brooge Energy Limited's assets, aimed at expanding into the regional energy infrastructure sector. The funds will cover the cash component of the acquisition, while the remainder will be settled through issuing new shares and additional MCBs to Brooge. The company will not open a second tranche for major shareholders as the required amount was raised in the first tranche. Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammad Al Nahyan expressed gratitude to shareholders and stakeholders, emphasizing the company's commitment to completing the acquisition and enhancing its role in regional logistics solutions.
Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC announced the successful completion of its Mandatory Convertible Bonds (MCBs) subscription, raising over AED 520 million, surpassing the target of AED 500 million. This indicates strong investor confidence in the company's strategic direction and future prospects. The subscription process is officially closed, and there will be no second tranche for major shareholders as the required capital was fully raised in the first tranche. The MCBs will be converted into shares by October 29, 2025, as per the approved terms. The company expressed gratitude to participating shareholders and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation.
The Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC has issued a Shareholders' Circular to inform eligible shareholders about the issuance of mandatory convertible bonds. These bonds will be convertible into shares at a specified issue price and will be offered to the eligible shareholders of the company.
The Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC is inviting shareholders to a general assembly meeting on July 10, 2025, at the Novotel Hotel in Dubai and online. The meeting will address the acquisition of Brooge Petroleum & Gas Investments FZE, Brooge Petroleum & Gas Investments Phase III FZE, and BPGIC Phase 3 Limited. A special resolution will be considered to approve the transfer and registration of shares and mandatory convertible bonds to Brooge Energy Limited or its ultimate beneficial owners, ensuring no owner exceeds 30% of the company's share capital, with a one-year lock-up period for the bonds' conversion into shares, in compliance with regulatory and economic standards.
Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC (GULFNAV) has signed an AED 3.2 billion acquisition agreement with Brooge Energy Limited, a NASDAQ-listed company specializing in crude oil and fuel storage. The agreement, formalized at a ceremony in Dubai, marks GULFNAV's acquisition of Brooge's assets and subsidiaries. This strategic move aims to enhance GULFNAV's capabilities in energy logistics by expanding its storage and infrastructure capacities. The acquisition involves a payment structure that includes cash, new shares, and Mandatory Convertible Bonds (MCBs). Specifically, 358.8 million new shares will be issued to Brooge, AED 2.336 billion in MCBs will be convertible at AED 1.25 per share, AED 500 million in MCBs will be offered to GULFNAV’s existing shareholders, and a cash component of AED 460 million will be included. Brooge, founded in 2013, is recognized for its advanced technology in oil storage and has a significant presence in Fujairah.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

The Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC held a meeting on January 23, 2025. During the meeting, they discussed developments related to the acquisition of companies and assets owned by Brooge Energy Limited. The Board decided to submit recommendations to the Securities and Commodities Authority regarding the valuation and importance of completing the acquisition for the company and its shareholders. Additionally, the Board approved calling a general assembly to discuss and approve the recent developments of the acquisition, contingent upon obtaining approval from the Securities and Commodities Authority. The communication was signed by Nader Muqbel, Investor Relations Director at Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 10:00 am. The agenda includes discussing recent developments related to the acquisition of companies and assets owned by Brooge Energy Limited, considering calling a general assembly meeting to approve these developments subject to the approval of the Securities and Commodities Authority, and addressing regular matters and any other business of the company. The notification is signed by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.

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Disclosure: Resolutions of General Assembly

On 16 January 2025, Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC held its General Assembly Meeting both in person and electronically at Novotel Hotel in Dubai. During the meeting, it was decided to postpone the discussion of agenda items related to the acquisition of companies and assets owned by Brooge Energy Limited. This decision was made to allow for further discussions with the Securities and Commodities Authority and the independent valuer regarding the valuation report. The aim is to determine the best way to structure the transaction to benefit the company and its shareholders, and to present the results of these discussions.

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Disclosure: Notification from the company

Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC has informed its shareholders about the approval from the Securities and Commodities Authority to amend certain agenda items for their upcoming General Assembly meeting. The meeting is scheduled for January 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, and will be held both physically at the Novotel Hotel in Dubai and electronically. The revised agenda includes: 1. Reviewing the details of an acquisition transaction involving a cash and in-kind capital increase through converting mandatory convertible bonds into shares for acquiring companies and assets owned by Brooge Energy Limited. 2. Considering and approving a valuation report by an independent valuer appointed by the Securities and Commodities Authority, which includes calculating the conversion ratio of the convertible bonds into shares. 3. Reviewing and approving the Board of Directors' report and a valuation report justifying the acquisition of the in-kind stake (ownership of shares of the acquired companies) and the payment of the transaction price through issuing new shares to Brooge Energy Limited, valued at approximately AED 448,551,845.

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Disclosure: Resignation of BOD member

On 19 December 2024, a letter was addressed to H.E. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, and H.E. Dr. Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The letter announced the resignation of Mr. Adel Al Hosani from his position as a Board Member of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC, effective 18 December 2024. The Board plans to hold a meeting within 30 days to appoint a new Board member to fill the vacant position. The letter was signed by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.

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Disclosure: Invitation of General Assembly

The text provides instructions for completing and submitting a proxy form for shareholders of Gulf Navigation Holding Company (PJSC). Shareholders are required to fill out the form, appoint a representative to vote on their behalf at the Annual General Assembly meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025, at 3 PM, and send it along with the necessary documents to the specified email address: CapitalMarketsTeam@adcb.com. The form requires details such as the shareholder's number, contact information, date, and signature, as well as the name and contact details of the financial broker or entity that verified the proxy. The meeting will be held both in-person and virtually.

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Disclosure: Board Decisions by Passing

The text is a formal communication regarding a resolution to be passed by the Board of Directors of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC. The resolution, which will address regular matters and any other business of the company, is scheduled to be issued by circulation no later than 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024. The letter is addressed to H.E. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, and H.E. Dr. Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi. It is signed by Nader Muqbel, the Investor Relations Director of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.

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