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

Salama, a leading regional Takaful provider, reported AED 256 million in revenue for Q1 2025, showcasing strong performance in a challenging environment. The company's total assets reached AED 3.164 billion, with an increase in equity due to the appreciation of the Algerian Dinar and Egyptian Pound. Although net profit for Q1 2025 was AED 0.39 million, compared to AED 17.6 million in Q1 2024, the previous year's profit included a one-off gain. Excluding this, core performance remained resilient. Total comprehensive income improved to AED 4.07 million from a loss of AED 23.1 million in the same period last year, driven by favorable foreign currency adjustments. Salama's outlook was affirmed by S&P Global Ratings with a 'BBB-' rating and a Developing outlook, indicating potential for sustainable growth. The company is focused on sustainable growth, strategic renewal, and transformation under the leadership of Group CEO Mohamed Ali Boubane, emphasizing disciplined underwriting, operational excellence, and digital innovation.
Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (Salama) PJSC and its subsidiaries have released their review report and interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the period ending on March 31, 2025. These statements are unaudited.
The Board of Directors of the Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) held a meeting on Wednesday, 14 May 2025, at 2:00 PM. During the meeting, the Board discussed and approved the company's financial statement for the first quarter ending on 31 March 2025, along with regular matters and any other business. The meeting was communicated by Motaz Kraishan, the Board Secretary.
A meeting of the Board of Directors for the Islamic Arab Insurance Company – SALAMA (P.S.C) is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 14 May 2025, at 2:00 PM. The agenda for the meeting includes discussing the company's financial statement for the first quarter ending on 31 March 2025, along with regular matters and any other business. The notice is addressed to Mr. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The letter is signed by Motaz Kraishan, the Board Secretary.
The Islamic Arab Insurance Company – SALAMA held its Annual General Assembly Meeting on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at its headquarters in Dubai, with options for remote participation. The meeting was chaired by H.E. Fahad Al Qassim and had a quorum of 32.3808% of the total capital, with 4.4414% authenticity and 27.9394% proxy. The assembly approved several resolutions, including the appointment of Mr. Ahmad Abdelrahim as the AGM Secretary and Mr. Mohamed Shaaban as a Vote Collector. It also approved the Board of Director’s Report, Auditor’s Report, Sharia Supervisory Committee Report, and the Company’s Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Account for the year ending 31 December 2024. Additionally, the appointment of new members to the Internal Sharia Supervision Committee was approved, pending Central Bank approval. The recommendation of the Board of Directors not to distribute dividends to shareholders was also approved.
The Annual General Assembly Meeting of the Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) has been postponed due to a lack of quorum. The rescheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, at 03:00 PM. Participants can attend either physically at the company's headquarters in Dubai or electronically via remote access technology, which will include livestream video, audio, and electronic voting on decisions.
Salama, a regional insurer listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has appointed Mohamed Ali Bouabane as the new Group CEO. Bouabane, previously CEO of AIG GCC & North Africa, brings over two decades of experience in the insurance industry, having worked in Canada, Dubai, and Hong Kong. His expertise in risk management, digital transformation, and market expansion is expected to aid Salama's growth and digital innovation. Chairman Fahad AlQassim expressed confidence in Bouabane's ability to drive the company's success and enhance customer value. Bouabane, whose appointment is effective immediately, aims to lead Salama in delivering innovative insurance solutions and strengthening its market leadership. Salama is a leading provider of Shariah-compliant Takaful solutions, recognized for its customer-centric approach and diverse range of insurance products in the UAE, Egypt, and Algeria.
SALAMA has issued a clarifying disclosure regarding the approval of proxies in accordance with Clauses 1 and 2 of Article 40 of the Corporate Governance Manual. Shareholders eligible to attend the general assembly can delegate a representative, who is not a board member, company employee, or securities brokerage company employee, through a written power of attorney. This document must explicitly state the proxy's right to attend and vote at the assembly. The proxy cannot represent shareholders holding more than 5% of the company's issued capital. Legal representatives must represent those lacking legal capacity. The shareholder's signature on the power of attorney must be approved by a Notary Public, a commercial chamber or economic department, a licensed bank or company with which the agent has an account, or any entity licensed to perform attestation. The proxy form should include the shareholder's and brokerage firm's contact details. For further inquiries, contact SALAMA at the provided phone number or email address.

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Disclosure: Press release

Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA), the UAE's largest Takaful solutions provider, has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in its strategic growth phase. The new office is designed to enhance operational efficiencies and foster innovation. It is equipped with advanced facilities and a progressive work environment to provide personalised support and networking opportunities for SALAMA’s customers and partners. CEO Walter Jopp stated that the new office would help boost the company's local and regional presence and address the evolving protection needs of customers in the fast-emerging Abu Dhabi region.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The Islamic Arab Insurance Company, SALAMA (PSC), has scheduled a board meeting on Tuesday, 14th May 2024 starting at 03:00 pm. The agenda includes the review and approval of the minutes from the last board meeting held on 29th March 2024, review and approval of the Financial Statements for the first quarter ending 31st March 2024, and discussion of other general matters. The announcement is authorized by Khaled Barakat, the General Counsel of the company.

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Disclosure: Resolutions of General Assembly

On April 25, 2024, the Islamic Arab Insurance Company PSC – SALAMA held a general assembly meeting at their headquarters in Dubai and virtually. The meeting was chaired by H.E. Saeed Alhajeri, with a quorum of 53.7487% of the total attendance. Decisions made include the appointment of Mr. Khaled Barakat as the AGM secretary and Mr. Mohamed Shaaban as a vote collector. The assembly approved the Board of Director's report, the auditor's report, the Internal Sharia Supervisory Committee Report, the company's balance sheet and profit & loss account for the year ending December 31, 2023. The board of directors and auditors were discharged from liability for the same year.

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Disclosure: Invitation of General Assembly

SALAMA has clarified its policy on proxy voting for shareholders. According to their Corporate Governance Manual, shareholders are allowed to delegate someone who is not a board member, company employee, or securities brokerage company or its employee, to attend the general assembly and vote on resolutions. The proxy cannot hold more than 5% of the company's issued capital. The shareholder's signature on the proxy must be approved by a Notary Public, a commercial chamber of economic department in the state, a bank or company licensed in the state, or any other licensed entity. The proxy form must include the shareholder's name and contact number, and the name and contact number of the brokerage firm who approved the proxy.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

On 29 March 2024, the Islamic Arab Insurance Co. – SALAMA P.S.C held a board meeting with six members in attendance, achieving an 86% quorum. The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting and the audited financial results for the fiscal year ending 31 December 2023. They also decided to recommend the appointment of external auditors for 2024 and the approval of the 2023 Corporate Governance report to the General Assembly. Furthermore, they resolved to propose amendments to the company's articles of association to comply with the latest laws and regulations. Other general matters were also considered. The results were signed off by Khaled Barakat.

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Disclosure: Press release regarding financial results for the year 2023

Islamic Arab Insurance Company, known as SALAMA, has reported its audited financial results for FY 2023. The company recorded Takaful revenue of AED 1.111 billion and total assets of AED 3.613 billion. However, SALAMA also reported a net loss of AED 139.327 million due to goodwill impairment and provision for expected credit losses. The company is committed to strengthening its balance sheet and focusing on customer-centric initiatives and digital capabilities. Despite the challenging business environment, SALAMA remains optimistic and growth-oriented. It aims to leverage new regulatory and industry developments and provide further value to its policyholders and shareholders.

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Disclosure: Integrated report for the year 2023

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Disclosure: Financial statements for the year ended 31/12/2023

The document contains the Board of Directors' report, Independent Auditor's report, and Consolidated Financial Statements for the Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (SALAMA) PJSC and its subsidiaries for the year ending on 31st December 2023.

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The Islamic Arab Insurance Company - SALAMA (PSC) has announced a board meeting on 29th March 2024. The meeting will discuss and approve the audited financial results for the fiscal year ending on 31st December 2023, discuss the appointment of external auditors and their remuneration, approve the Corporate Governance report for 2023, and consider amending the company's articles of association to align with the latest laws and regulations. Other general matters will also be discussed. The meeting will be led by the General Counsel, Khaled Barakat.

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Disclosure: Results of Board Decisions by Passing

On March 22, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Islamic Arab Insurance Co. – SALAMA P.S.C approved the invitation and agenda for the Annual General Assembly scheduled for April 25, 2024. The approval, which was supported by 85.75% of the board members, is subject to regulatory approvals from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates and the Securities and Commodities Authority. The decision was signed by Khaled Barakat, the company's General Counsel.

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