ADNOC Group’s publicly traded portfolio companies collectively endorsed over AED24.6 billion ($6.7 billion) in annual dividend payments to shareholders for 2024, reflecting their strong financial health and commitment to shareholder value.
At the Annual General Meetings (AGM) of all six listed companies, shareholders voted overwhelmingly to approve the dividend proposals brought forth by each company’s Boards of Directors. Each of the six listed companies prioritizes strong returns and value creation for shareholders while advancing their strategies to deliver profitable growth.
ADNOC Distribution
At its AGM on March 26, ADNOC Distribution shareholders approved a final cash dividend of AED1.3 billion ($350 million) for the second half of 2024, bringing total annual dividends to AED2.6 billion ($700 million), equal to 20.57 fils per share. Since its IPO in 2017, ADNOC Distribution has paid out AED17.6 billion ($4.8 billion) in dividends and delivered a 92 percent total shareholder return as of the end of 2024.
The company is planning capital expenditures of AED917.5 million-AED1.1 billion ($250-300 million) in 2025 while maintaining its dividend policy to distribute to shareholders at least AED2.6 billion ($700 million) or 75 percent of net profit, whichever is higher.
ADNOC Gas
ADNOC Gas shareholders approved the company’s proposal to distribute AED6.2 billion ($1.7 billion) for the second half of the year, raising the 2024 annual dividend to AED12.5 billion ($3.41 billion), the largest distribution by any issuer on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).
The dividend payout and the company’s strong 2024 results, which include record adjusted net income of AED18.35 billion ($5 billion), propelled it to deliver 19 percent total shareholder returns for the year. ADNOC Gas is also positioned for potential inclusion in the MSCI and FTSE indices later this year following the company’s landmark secondary share offering of 3.1 billion shares—the largest of its kind in ADX history and the UAE’s largest secondary offering.
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ADNOC Drilling
Shareholders of ADNOC Drilling approved the proposed 2024 annual dividend distribution of AED2.9 billion ($788 million) at its AGM, including a AED1.4 billion ($394 million) dividend for the second half of the year. This represents a 10 percent increase compared to the previous year, driven by the company’s solid financial performance.
In 2025, the company aims to enhance operational capacity, targeting revenue between AED16.9 billion-AED17.6 billion ($4.6-$4.8 billion). The company plans to expand its fleet to over 148 rigs by 2026 and integrate AI-enabled technologies to boost efficiency. By 2028, the company expects to provide a dividend payment of at least AED1.15 billion in line with its progressive dividend policy to increase dividends by 10 percent annually.
ADNOC Logistics & Services
ADNOC L&S shareholders approved a final 2024 dividend payment of AED501 million ($136.5 million), bringing total dividend payments for the year to AED273 million and reflecting a 5 percent year-on-year increase as aligned with its progressive dividend policy. Between its 2023 IPO and the end of 2024, ADNOC L&S delivered more than 178 percent in total shareholder returns (including share price appreciation and dividends paid), significantly outperforming the ADX and reinforcing investor trust in its long-term strategy.
Looking ahead, the company is continuing to expand its service offerings both locally and internationally, growing its energy-efficient fleet and accelerating organic and inorganic growth. In 2024, the company secured 21 environmentally efficient vessels, achieving an 11 percent reduction in carbon intensity compared to the previous year. With AI-driven solutions and next-generation vessels, ADNOC L&S aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and support the UAE’s economic ambitions.
Borouge
At its in-person AGM on April 7, Borouge shareholders approved a final 2024 dividend of AED2.4 billion ($650 million), bringing the total annual payout to AED4.77 billion ($1.3 billion), equivalent to 15.88 fils per share. Additionally, shareholders authorized a share buyback program of up to 2.5 percent of outstanding shares, reflecting the company’s strong confidence in its future prospects and the significant upside potential beyond the current share price.
At the AGM, Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, and Borouge Chairman, spoke about the proposed creation of Borouge Group International that will bring together Borouge and Borealis and acquire Nova Chemicals. The new company has been designed to deliver consistently strong dividends and significant near-term growth, with a production capacity of 13.6 million tonnes—nearly tripling Borouge’s current capacity.
Borouge also announced it will increase its 2025 dividend to at least 16.2 fils per share, and following completion of the Borouge Group International transaction, the new entity intends to distribute an estimated total annual dividend of AED8.1 billion ($2.2 billion), equivalent to a minimum of 16.2 fils per share from 2026 to 2030.
Fertiglobe
Fertiglobe shareholders approved the proposed payout of AED459 million ($125 million) dividend for the second half of 2024, bringing total 2024 dividends to AED1.01 billion ($275 million), equal to 12.2 fils per share. Since its 2021 IPO, the company has distributed AED9.2 billion ($2.5 billion) to shareholders, delivering one of the highest total shareholder returns on the ADX over that time.
During its AGM, shareholders also approved the repurchase of up to 2.5 percent of its issued shares via a share buyback, reflecting Fertiglobe’s confidence in its long-term growth strategy and commitment to delivering sustainable value to shareholders. Fertiglobe has successfully realized its cost optimization target of AED183.7 million ($50 million) in run-rate savings and completed 75 percent of its Manufacturing Improvement Plan, which is projected to generate an additional AED367.5 million ($100 million) in annual EBITDA by the end of 2025. The company will present an update on its strategy and value enhancement initiatives at its Capital Markets Day with Q1 2025 results on May 13, 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
