National Central Cooling Co.

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Ticker/ISIN
TABREED
AEN000501017
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About National Central Cooling Co.

Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates

Tabreed is a UAE-based utility company that provides energy-efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly year-round district cooling solutions in the GCC.  Founded in 1998, and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, Tabreed’s cooling systems are an integral part of the region’s infrastructure. The company now delivers over a million Refrigeration Tons (RT) to major government, commercial, and residential projects. Tabreed owns and operates 83 plants in its portfolio across the GCC..

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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.

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Disclosure: Notification from the company

The text is a clarifying disclosure regarding the approval of delegation of authority to attend general assemblies, according to Clauses 1 and 2 of Article 40 of the Corporate Governance Manual. It informs shareholders that they may delegate someone, other than board members or company staff, to attend the general assembly on their behalf through a written delegation. The agent must have the right to attend and vote, and should not represent more than 5% of the company's issued capital. Those lacking legal capacity must be represented by their legal representatives. The shareholder's signature on the power of attorney must be approved by a notary public, a chamber of commerce or economic department, a bank or licensed company (provided the agent has an account with them), or licensed financial markets in the country.

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Disclosure: Clarification from the company

Sean Magee, the Board Secretary, addressed a letter dated 18 February 2025 to H.E. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and H.E. Hamed Ahmad Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, Dubai, UAE. The letter clarifies recent media reports about Tabreed's CFO's comments on debt refinancing plans. It confirms that the statement aligns with business and financial updates shared with the market, which are available on Tabreed's website. Tabreed is evaluating refinancing options as part of standard financial practices and is committed to meeting disclosure and transparency requirements of the relevant authorities. Any significant developments will be disclosed once finalized. For further information, recipients are invited to contact the company.

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Disclosure: Result of Earnings Call

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Disclosure: Press release regarding financial results for the FY 2024

Tabreed, a leading district cooling company in the UAE, announced its financial results for 2024, showing increased revenue and profits. Revenue reached AED 2.434 billion, with a net profit before tax of AED 624 million, a 4% rise from 2023. EBITDA grew by 5% to AED 1.252 billion, and net profit after tax increased by 32% to AED 570 million. The growth was driven by a 5% increase in consumption volumes and an expansion in connected capacity, including new plants in the UAE and Oman. Tabreed generated strong cash flows, using surplus to optimize its balance sheet and reduce debt by repurchasing USD 207 million of its sukuk. This debt management saved 15% in net financial costs, improving the net debt to EBITDA ratio to 3.7x. The Board of Directors recommended a dividend of 15.5 fils per share, highlighting a consistent annual growth rate of 8% in dividends over five years. New connections of 23,576 Refrigeration Tons were added across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, and India.

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Disclosure: Financial statements for the year of 2025

The document is the consolidated financial statements for the National Central Cooling Company PJSC and its subsidiaries, covering the financial period ending on December 31, 2024.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD meeting

On 13 February 2025, the Board of Directors of National Central Cooling Company PJSC, also known as Tabreed, held a meeting at 11:00 am. During the meeting, the Board approved the audited financial statements for the period ending 31 December 2024. They also agreed to release these financial statements and an accompanying press release to the Securities and Commodities Authority and the Dubai Financial Market, in accordance with the amended Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations from the year 2000.

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Disclosure: Results of Board Decisions by Passing

The document is a notification dated 12 February 2025, addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It informs them of a Circular Resolution passed by the Board of Directors of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC ("Tabreed") under Article 36 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations. The resolution includes the approval of the resignation of Ms. Marion Deridder Blondel from the Board and the appointment of Ms. Janis Rey Lozada as her replacement. The notification is issued by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Earnings Call

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Disclosure: BOD meeting

The text is a formal notification addressed to Dr. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market in Dubai. It informs them of an upcoming board meeting for the National Central Cooling Company (PJSC), scheduled for 13 February 2025 at 11:00 AM. The meeting will focus on reviewing the financial results for the year ending 31 December 2024 and discussing the company's business operations. The notification references Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations from 2000, as amended. The letter is signed by Sean Magee, the Company Secretary.

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Disclosure: Board Decisions by Passing

On 7 February 2025, referencing Article 36/11 of the Disclosure and Transparency Regulations (Number 3 for the year 2000, as amended), the letter alerts the Securities & Commodities Authority and the Dubai Financial Market CEO that a Circular Resolution will be issued to the Board of Directors of National Central Cooling Company PJSC on 12 February 2025 at 1:00 p.m. This resolution concerns the company’s management.

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