National Central Cooling Co.

Tabreed, a company specializing in the development and supply of district cooling services, announced that it has secured new financing facilities worth 1.8 billion AED. This financing will support its strategic initiatives for growth and capital structure improvement. The funding, compliant with Islamic Shariah law, consists of two tranches in AED and USD, reflecting Tabreed's commitment to providing comprehensive financing solutions aligned with investor preferences. The financing includes a green finance component, with one billion AED allocated within a green financing framework, emphasizing sustainability and environmental preservation. This move will enable Tabreed to accelerate its expansion and enhance long-term value while maintaining strong financial practices. The financing was completed in partnership with Emirates NBD and Mashreq Bank.

Sean Magee, Secretary of the Board of Directors, announced on 28 October 2025 that Tabreed has secured a green loan facility valued at AED 1.8 billion. The financing, provided by Emirates NBD and Mashreq, makes up approximately 63% of the company's total capital. The loan has a six-year term and is structured as a dual-tranche facility in AED and USD, complying with Sharia principles. An equivalent of AED 1 billion is designated as the green tranche. The purpose of the loan is to support Tabreed's future operational needs and leverage potential growth opportunities.

Tabreed has appointed Arqaam Securities LLC as a liquidity provider for its shares on the Dubai Financial Market. This 12-month agreement aims to improve trading liquidity, enhance investor confidence, and benefit shareholders by introducing two-way quotes to the market. Arqaam Securities' share ownership will not exceed 5% of Tabreed's total outstanding shares. The initiative, which complies with regulations set by the Dubai Financial Market and the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority, is set to commence on 22 October 2025. Tabreed's CEO, Khalid Al Marzooqi, stated that the appointment aims to provide shareholders with greater flexibility and focus on sustainable, long-term value creation. Veselin Tilev from Arqaam expressed confidence that their services will enhance market depth and trading efficiency in the UAE.

Sean Magee, Secretary of the Board of Directors, announced that Tabreed has completed its one-year liquidity provision agreement with xCube on October 21, 2025. To continue enhancing the liquidity and active trading of Tabreed shares, a new 12-month agreement has been signed with Arqaam Securities, effective October 22, 2025. This move is part of Tabreed's ongoing efforts to support a dynamic and efficient market for its shares. For further information, interested parties are encouraged to reach out.

Tabreed has completed two major transactions, enhancing its growth and long-term earnings potential. The company acquired PAL Cooling, which is expected to increase its connected capacity by 13% with an additional 600,000 refrigeration tons (RT). This acquisition involves eight exclusive concessions on Abu Dhabi's main island and Al Reem Island. Tabreed also finalized a concession agreement with Dubai Holding Investments to provide district cooling services to Palm Jebel Ali, marking its expansion into a significant development in Dubai. These actions are part of Tabreed's strategy to expand its operational capacity, diversify its concession portfolio, and improve long-term cash flow visibility.

Sean Magee, Secretary of the Board of Directors, issued a notice on October 13, 2025, regarding the completion of the acquisition of PAL Cooling Holding LLC by a newly formed joint venture entity owned equally by Tabreed and Arctic Holding C.V. This follows a previous disclosure on June 30, 2025. The acquired company fully owns eight subsidiaries, operating five district cooling plants under long-term concession agreements, with additional plants under development in Abu Dhabi. The company commits to keeping the market informed with timely updates as the acquisition progresses. For further information, stakeholders are encouraged to reach out.

Tabreed and Johnson Controls have entered a long-term agreement to advance cooling technology, focusing on energy-efficient chillers that align with climate neutrality goals. This collaboration aims to enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in district cooling, supporting regional climate strategies and corporate ESG priorities. The partnership will involve deploying next-generation centrifugal chillers and using Johnson Controls' platforms for performance analytics and system optimization. The agreement signifies Tabreed's expansion and commitment to growth, while Johnson Controls highlights the potential for improved cooling performance and reduced environmental impact.

Sean Magee, Secretary of the Board of Directors, addressed a notice dated 16 September 2025 to Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and Hamid Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The letter confirms the completion of contractual procedures for the Palm Jebel Ali project in Dubai, following a previous disclosure on 17 March 2025. The project, involving a long-term exclusive district cooling concession, has been awarded to PJA District Cooling OPCO L.L.C., a special purpose vehicle created by the National Central Cooling Company PJSC and Dubai Holding. The project will be executed in multiple phases with an expected cooling capacity of approximately 250,000 RTs, and construction for the initial phase is currently underway. The company commits to keeping the market informed with timely updates as the project progresses and invites further inquiries.

Tabreed has announced the approval of its first-ever interim dividend of 6.5 fils per share, totaling AED 184.9 million, for the first half of 2025. This decision follows a record performance, with revenue increasing by 3% year-on-year to AED 1.11 billion, driven by increased cooling demand and capacity expansion. The company added a record 41.6k RT of new connections in H1 2025, nearly double the capacity added in 2024, bringing the total connected capacity to 1.37 million RT, with significant contributions from the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, Tabreed's strategic acquisitions, including PAL Cooling and the Palm Jebel Ali concession, have expanded its total site capacity to approximately 2.6 million RT, supporting long-term growth and value creation.

On 15 September 2025, a General Assembly meeting of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC ("Tabreed") was held. During this meeting, a special resolution was approved to amend Article 30 of the company's Articles of Association. The amendment involves adding a new paragraph that allows the company to distribute annual dividends based on the annual general assembly's resolution following the Board of Directors' recommendation. Additionally, the company may distribute quarterly or semi-annual dividends to shareholders from operating profits or other profits, as decided by the general assembly or the Board of Directors. The Board is authorized to adopt, make, and execute these decisions.