calendar_month September 14, 2022
Tabreed Expands Operations in Egypt, Signing All-new Project with EHCS just Months after Entering Market

Deal will see Tabreed build and run bespoke new plant to supply essential, sustainable district energy services to CapitalMed, Cairo’s prestigious new healthcare city

 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 14 September 2022: Tabreed, the UAE’s leading district cooling provider, yesterday officially signed an agreement with developer, Egyptians for Healthcare Services (EHCS), to provide essential district energy services to CapitalMed, its all-new healthcare city megaproject.

 

Strategically located in Badr City, CapitalMed is near to Central Cairo, New Cairo and Egypt’s New Administrative Capital City, which is planned to be constructed over four phases. Once completed, CapitalMed will be a state-of-the-art, smart medical city, hosting patients not only from Egypt but also from across the Middle East, Africa and the rest of the world.

 

It will include 700 ICUs, 70 Operating Rooms and more than 15,000 multi-disciplinary health care providers offering nearly 100 specialities. The scale of the CapitalMed project is impressive but wholly necessary, with a population of five million-plus within a 20-minute radius, and 20 million-plus within a 90-minute radius. The new city will also benefit from direct, unrestricted access to- and from major national highway networks, as well as convenient access from Cairo International Airport, just 20 minutes away.

 

Tabreed is to fund, construct and operate a bespoke district energy plant, designed in conjunction with Shaker Consultancy, to meet the cooling and heating demands for this prestigious project, with 19,500 Refrigeration Tons (RT) of cooling required for Phase 1 and a concession of between 28- and 30,000 RT for the entire development. Phase 1A will see 7,500 RT installed, 12 MW of space heating to be provided by hot water boilers, and associated energy services supplied to all buildings providing a full, end-to-end long-term solution.

 

The signing ceremony, held in Cairo’s Badr University, was attended by senior members of Tabreed’s Executive Management Team and Tabreed’s new Egypt office, including recently appointed Country Manager, Heba Kamal, with Dr. Hassan El Kalla, EHCS’s Chairman and Managing Director, and other senior figures from the company and CapitalMed.

 

Following the ceremony, Eng. Khalid Abdulla Al Marzooqi, Tabreed’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “Tabreed only entered the Egypt market in February this year, following the announcement of our project at Cairo’s new D5M mall. I said then that commencing operations in Egypt was an important strategic move that’s part of our long-term plans for sustainable growth beyond our traditional geographic borders, and this new signing with EHCS shows how committed Tabreed is when it comes to expansion.

 

“We are always seeking new opportunities with other forward-thinking organisations aligned with our key values, and this new development is no exception. EHCS and Tabreed will work extremely well together, sharing common goals of maximum efficiency and a relentless pursuit of operational excellence. Our operations prevent the release of millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions and we are a force for good in communities all over the Middle East and beyond. I know I speak on behalf of everyone at Tabreed when I say that we look forward to a very long and fruitful presence in Egypt, as we bring our unrivaled expertise to such an exciting, dynamic and promising market.”

 

Also commenting after the signing, EHCS’s Chairman and Managing Director, Dr. Hassan El Kalla, said that Tabreed was the ideal district energy company for a project such as CapitalMed. “From the very beginning,” he remarked, “we have ensured that every aspect of this incredible project is future-proof, with efficiency and sustainability at its core. Tabreed’s experience and expertise in district energy is renowned the world over, and we are thrilled to have a company of its stature providing us with reliable and technologically advanced services.”

 

“CapitalMed is truly state-of-the-art – a smart, green development like no other – and will include a University Hospital Centre, a Doctors’ Plaza, Simulation Centre and Virtual Hospital. It will be home to Institutes of Precision Medicine, Transplant, Rehab, Cosmetics and Wellness, Trauma and Emergency, as well as Research and Development of Advanced Health & Medicine. This will be a world-class centre for medical education, too, offering highly specialised services guided by the most advanced technology, all of which will require district cooling and heating services that meet the most stringent standards. I am pleased to say we have found that in Tabreed and we eagerly anticipate a most rewarding collaboration between our organisations.”

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calendar_month June 25, 2026
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calendar_month June 04, 2026
Tabreed Announces Appointment of Atef AlBreiki as its new Chief Asset Management Officer
Former Executive Vice President of Operations and Maintenance joins company’s Executive Management TeamAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 4 June 2026: Tabreed, the world’s leading district cooling company, today announces that its Board of Directors has appointed Atef Mohamed Awadh AlBreiki as its new Chief Asset Management Officer with immediate effect. As Chief Asset Management Officer, Atef will be responsible for maximising value creation of the company’s assets, through portfolio management and value-driven decision-making. He will lead the company's asset management strategy while working closely with internal and external stakeholders to support Tabreed's long-term objectives.Speaking of AlBreiki’s appointment, Dr Bakheet Al Katheeri, Tabreed’s Chairman, said: “During Atef’s eight years at Tabreed, he has proved time and again to be an exceptional and inspirational leader in a number of senior roles. He has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to our people, our operations and our values.  “Atef is exceptionally well placed to lead the Asset Management function as we continue to strengthen asset performance, maximise long-term value creation, and ensure the resilience of our portfolio. His appointment reflects the depth of talent and expertise within Tabreed and the value we place on developing future leaders across the business. Having worked closely with Atef over the years, I am confident that he will continue to develop this important function and build on the strong foundations already in place.”Atef’s most recent role was Executive Vice President – Operations & Maintenance, in which he drove the development and execution of revenue-impacting operational excellence, as well as the O&M strategies and solutions that have given Tabreed its competitive edge in recent years. He has amassed more than 20 years of progressive exposure in developing and driving organisational strategies and has a proven history of delivering business continuity and operational transformation.AlBreiki holds a Master of Business Administration and Management from the London Business School and a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. He has also attended Executive Professional Development Programmes with internationally acclaimed institutions, such as Wharton University and Singularity University in Silicon Valley, California, USA.
calendar_month May 15, 2026
Tabreed Reports Q1 2026 Revenue of AED 486 Million, Strong Cash Generation and Continued Capacity Expansion
Connected capacity increased 18% YoY to 1.57 million Refrigeration TonsRevenue increased 4% YoY, supported by 9% YoY growth in consumption volumesAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 14 May 2026: National Central Cooling Company PJSC (DFM: TABREED / ISIN: AEA002201018), the world’s leading and most diversified district cooling company, today announced its results for the three-month period ended 31 March 2026, reporting revenue of AED 486 million and net profit of AED 78 million. The Company delivered resilient operational performance and strong cash generation during the quarter, underpinned by its long-term contracted business model, with capacity charges as the key profitability driver.Total connected capacity increased 18% year-on-year to 1.57 million Refrigeration Tons (RT), demonstrating execution against Tabreed’s expansion strategy and underpinning highly visible revenue profile. Growth in connected capacity primarily reflects the contribution from the PAL acquisition completed in Q4 2025, alongside organic expansion of 54.6k RT over the past 12 months. Excluding the impact of acquisition, connected capacity grew 4.1% year-on-year.Capacity additions in Q1 remained consistent with the construction phasing of customers’ projects. Consolidated consumption volumes increased 9% year-on-year to 338 million Refrigeration Ton Hours (RTh), reflecting both portfolio expansion and more normalised weather pattern compared to an unusually mild prior-year period.Group revenue grew 4% year-on-year to AED 486 million, demonstrating the resilience provided by fixed capacity charges and stable demand fundamentals. EBITDA increased 1% year-on-year to AED 285 million, with a margin of ~59%, maintaining a consistently high margin profile that reflects operational efficiency and scale benefits.Cash flow generation remained robust during the quarter, supported by improved collections and the strength of Tabreed’s revenue model, reinforcing high cash conversion and the credit quality of its customer base.Net profit for the period stood at AED 78 million, reflecting higher finance costs associated with the Company’s ongoing investment cycle and refinancing activities in 2025, as well as the timing of earnings contribution from recent acquisition. These impacts are temporary in nature and expected to normalise as new capacity ramps up.Dr Bakheet Al Katheeri, Tabreed’s Chairman, said: “Tabreed has started 2026 with a resilient performance, underpinned by the strength of our concession-backed business model, a diversified portfolio, and high revenue visibility. As demand for energy-efficient infrastructure accelerates, district cooling continues to play a critical role in sustainable urban development. Building on our progress in 2025, we are advancing our growth pipeline, integrating recent acquisition, and delivering new capacity to support long-term expansion. While our results reflect an ongoing investment cycle, our focus remains on disciplined execution, strong cash flow generation, and maintaining the operational reliability and financial prudence that define Tabreed.”Financial and Operational ResilienceTabreed’s balance sheet remains healthy, with its investment-grade credit rating reaffirmed by Moody’s at Baa3 with a stable outlook. Net debt to EBITDA improved to 4.5x as at 31 March 2026, reflecting disciplined capital management and balance sheet strength even during a period of active investment.The Company maintains a robust liquidity position, with cash balances increasing 15% year-todate to AED 756 million. This reflects the continued stability of Tabreed’s underlying cash flow model.Tabreed also has access to an undrawn Green Revolving Credit Facility of AED 1.2 billion and no near-term debt maturities.During Q1 2026, the company maintained stable performance, underpinned by resilient operations and robust business continuity management protocols. Tabreed’s operational resilience in the face of unforeseen challenges enabled uninterrupted service delivery and steady progress across projects. This consistent focus on operational excellence reinforces Tabreed’s position as a dependable and essential utilities provider across the region.Dividend and OutlookShareholders approved a final dividend of 6.5 fils per share for H2 2025 at the Annual General Assembly held on 25 March 2026, bringing the full-year dividend to 13.0 fils per share. The final dividend was paid in April 2026. The Company’s consistent increase in dividend payout ratio, reaching 79% of net profit in 2025, reflects the Board’s commitment to delivering attractive shareholder returns while continuing to invest in long-term infrastructure growth.Looking ahead, Tabreed remains well positioned to deliver sustainable growth, supported by a solid pipeline of projects in its core market of the UAE. The Company is well placed to deliver continued capacity expansion, steady revenue growth and high EBITDA margin driven by its secured pipeline and innovation-driven operating model. Tabreed will continue to focus on operational excellence, value-accretive capital allocation, and advancing its sustainability agenda, reinforcing its role as a critical infrastructure provider in the region’s energy transition.
calendar_month March 26, 2026
Tabreed’s Annual General Assembly Approves Dividend for FY 2025
Shareholders approve second-half cash dividend of 6.5 fils per share, bringing total annual dividend to 13.0 fils per shareShareholders also approve re-election of existing Board of Directors Chairman celebrates a transformative year of exceptional portfolio growthAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 26 March 2026: National Central Cooling Company PJSC (DFM: TABREED / ISIN: AEA002201018), the world’s leading and most diversified district cooling company, yesterday held its Annual General Assembly (AGA). In recognition of the company’s resilient financial and operational performance throughout 2025, shareholders approved a second-half dividend payment of 6.5 fils per share, to be distributed fully in cash, resulting in a total 2025 dividend of 13.0 fils per share – a dividend yield of ~5.0% based on 25 March 2026 closing share price.This dividend demonstrates Tabreed’s commitment to delivering attractive returns while continuing to invest in high‑quality, long‑term opportunities. Despite significant M&A investments during 2025 the company’s dividend payout as a percentage of net profit increased to 79%, consistent with its strong track record.During the AGA, Tabreed also elected its board of directors for a three-year term in accordance with the regulations of Capital Market Authority (CMA), with the nine existing board members having been re-elected and endorsed by shareholders.The AGA was chaired by Tabreed’s Chairman, Dr Bakheet Al Katheeri. Following the meeting he said that, over the years, Tabreed has grown from a traditional utility provider into a future‑ready, resilient, and innovation‑driven infrastructure company, adding that “our long‑term contracts, strong customer base and solid financial position make Tabreed one of the most reliable infrastructure investments in the region.“In 2025, Tabreed delivered strong operational performance and advanced its long‑term growth strategy,” he said. “Our core business remains robust, with stable operations, healthy margins, and high asset availability. Connected capacity during 2025 reached 1.57 million RT, a 19% increase year‑on‑year driven by both organic growth and M&A. Excluding M&A, organic capacity growth was 4.4%, near the top of our guidance range.“Our balance sheet remains strong, and we continue to maintain investment‑grade metrics, which is a core priority, and Tabreed’s strong and visible growth pipeline gives us exceptional confidence in the future and reflects our commitment to sustainable value creation for our shareholders. Our strategy is disciplined and balanced: rewarding shareholders today while strengthening the company for tomorrow. We are well positioned to capitalise on the growth already secured through long-term concessions and new opportunities ahead of us.”