Islamic Arab Insurance Company

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Ticker/ISIN
SALAMA
AEI000301012
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About Islamic Arab Insurance Company

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

Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (Salama) (“the Company”) is a public shareholding company, registered in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and operates through various branches in the UAE. The principal activity of the Company is the writing of all classes of general takaful and family takaful business, in accordance with Islamic Shari’a principles.

Latest Pressrelease Summaries from Islamic Arab Insurance Company

The Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) will have its Board of Directors pass a resolution by circulation on November 24, 2025. The resolution will pertain to the reduction of share capital, the upcoming issuance of mandatory Convertible Sukuk (MCS), and general business-related matters of the company. This information was communicated by Ahmad Abdelrahim, Senior Manager of Legal & Compliance.
The document is prepared according to disclosure requirements for companies with shares listed on the market that have accumulated losses of 20% or more of their paid-up capital, as per the SCA Board of Directors’ Decision No. (32/R.M.) of 2019. The Islamic Arab Insurance Company – SALAMA reported accumulated losses amounting to AED 440,288,300, which is 46.86% of its paid-up capital, as of September 30, 2025. Key factors contributing to these losses include a provision of AED 288,467,043 taken in 2024 against assets linked to ongoing litigation since 2019, a provision of AED 28.02 million in 2023 for an irrecoverable reinsurance share related to a large fire claim, a goodwill impairment of AED 49 million due to the devaluation of the Egyptian pound against the UAE Dirham and inflation in Egypt, and unrealized losses on shareholder investments totaling AED 71.2 million in 2023. Additionally, provisions of AED 12.01 million were made for credit losses on other investments and receivables, in line with IFRS 9.
Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2025, showing stable underlying profitability and a strengthened balance sheet. The company recorded a net profit of AED 11.1 million, down from AED 30.4 million the previous year, which included a one-time foreign exchange gain. Excluding this gain, the underlying net profit improved year-on-year. Comprehensive income increased to AED 16 million, driven by better investment performance and operational efficiency. Total liabilities decreased to AED 2.83 billion, while shareholders' equity rose to AED 302.2 million. Takaful revenue was AED 768.7 million, reflecting a focus on quality over volume. SALAMA plans a capital raise through a Mandatory Convertible Sukuk of up to AED 175 million. The company's leadership highlighted the success of its strategic transformation and commitment to long-term value creation.
The document is a review report and interim condensed consolidated financial statements for Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (Salama) PJSC and its subsidiaries, dated 30 September 2025. The financial statements are unaudited.
The Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) held a Board of Directors meeting on November 12, 2025. During the meeting, the Board approved the company's financial statement for the third quarter ending September 30, 2025. Additionally, an induction program for new Board Members was presented, aligning with corporate governance regulations. Regular matters and other business updates were also discussed. The communication was signed by Ahmad Abdelrahim, Senior Manager of Legal & Compliance.
A Board of Directors meeting for the Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the financial statements for the third quarter ending September 30, 2025, presenting an induction program for new Board members in line with corporate governance regulations, reviewing and approving the updated banking mandate, and reviewing and approving a Related Party Transaction in accordance with relevant federal laws and decisions.
The Islamic Arab Insurance Company (Salama) has appointed Essa Ali Bin Salem Al Zaabi as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors. This appointment is part of Salama's transformation and growth strategy, following shareholder approval of a recapitalization plan to enhance solvency and regulatory capital. Mr. Al Zaabi has over 20 years of leadership experience in both public and private sectors, with expertise in human capital development and institutional transformation. He aims to sustain underwriting performance and uphold service standards. Mohamed Ali Bouabane, Group CEO, expressed confidence in Mr. Al Zaabi's ability to strengthen Salama’s foundations and focus on profitable growth. Mr. Al Zaabi previously held senior roles at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and other notable organizations. Salama is a leading Shariah-compliant Takaful solutions provider listed on the Dubai Financial Market.
The Islamic Arab Insurance Company PJSC has announced that its general assembly approved a special resolution to reduce and then increase the company's share capital. The capital reduction will decrease the issued share capital from AED 939,588,998 to AED 483,021,183, effective on December 8, 2025. This reduction involves eliminating accumulated losses and canceling certain shares. The board of directors has been authorized to take necessary actions to implement these changes, which have been presented to the general assembly and are based on the external auditor's report.

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Disclosure: Result of BOD meeting

On November 14, 2023, the Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (SALAMA) PSC held a board meeting with six members in attendance. The meeting had a quorum of 85.71%. During the meeting, the board approved the minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting and the financial statements for the third quarter ending on September 30, 2023. They also discussed other regular business matters. The meeting was concluded by Khaled Barakat, the General Counsel and Board Secretary.

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Disclosure: Press release regarding financial results for the 3rd QTR of 2023

SALAMA, the UAE's largest Takaful solutions provider, reported a 19% increase in net profit for the first nine months of 2023, reaching AED 18.6 million. This is a significant rise from AED 15.6 million reported in the same period in 2022. The company also reported a 21% increase in revenue, amounting to AED 824.3 million. The growth is attributed to strategic initiatives such as enhanced underwriting, digital development, client portfolio expansion, and new partnership channels. Total assets saw a slight increase, and shareholder's investment income rose to AED 65.9 million. The company also adopted IFRS 17 standards to enhance financial reporting transparency.

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Disclosure: Financial statements for the 3rd QTR of 2023

The text presents a review report and interim condensed consolidated financial statements of the Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (Salama) PJSC and its subsidiaries, as of 30th September 2023. The document is unaudited.

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Disclosure: Results of Board Decisions by Passing

The Board of Directors of Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) has appointed Mr. Fareed Lutfi as a board member. This decision, approved by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, recognizes Lutfi's significant contributions to the insurance and reinsurance sector in the UAE and the Arab region. The appointment is intended to leverage Lutfi's insurance expertise to support the Board's future strategy.

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Disclosure: Board Decisions by Passing

On November 6th, 2023, the Arab Islamic Insurance Company - Salama P.S.C. communicated to the Dubai Financial Markets that their Board of Directors will issue a resolution on November 9th to approve the appointment of Mr. Fareed Lutfi as a board member. This decision follows the approval of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The Islamic Arab Insurance Company, SALAMA (PSC), has announced a board meeting on Tuesday, 14th November 2023, at 3:00 pm. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the minutes of the previous board meeting held on 14th August 2023, reviewing and approving the financial statements for the third quarter ended 30th September 2023, and discussing other regular business matters. The announcement was signed by the General Counsel - Board Secretary, Khalid Barakat.

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Disclosure: Resignation of BOD member

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