Press releases, Reports & Disclosures for National Central Cooling Co.
Tabreed, a leading district cooling company, has settled its USD 500 million Trust Certificates due in 2025, originally issued in 2018. This Sukuk was oversubscribed by 50% and carried a 5.5% profit rate. Prior to maturity, Tabreed repurchased certificates worth USD 249.5 million, and has now settled the remaining USD 250.5 million. The settlement is part of Tabreed’s proactive debt management strategy, highlighting its strong liquidity and disciplined capital structure. The company recently raised an AED 1.8 billion Shariah-compliant debt facility. Executives emphasized the company's financial strength, commitment to balance sheet resilience, and investment-grade ratings from Moody’s and Fitch.
Sean Magee, Secretary of the Board of Directors, informed H.E. Waleed Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and H.E. Hamid Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, about the redemption and cancellation of US$500 million Sukuk issued in October 2018. The Sukuk matured and was redeemed as of 31 October 2025, and subsequently canceled by HSBC Bank plc. Prior to maturity, Tabreed had repurchased trust certificates worth USD 249.5 million, and the remaining USD 250.5 million has now been settled. The letter extends greetings and offers further contact for more information.
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.
