Contributors "ADNOC Distribution" They approve a 2025 dividend of $700 million

Abu Dhabi, April 1, 2025: ADNOC Distribution announced shareholders’ approval of all items on the agenda of the annual general assembly meeting, including approval of the distribution of final cash dividends for the second half of 2025 worth $350 million (1.28 billion dirhams), equivalent to 10.285 fils per share, to be paid in April 2026.

ADNOC Distribution’s operations, financial position, or cash liquidity did not witness any material impacts due to recent regional developments.

The company continues to operate its network within the UAE, in addition to its international presence, efficiently and safely, supported by comprehensive business continuity and emergency management plans.

ADNOC Distribution affirmed its commitment to applying the highest safety standards to support its staff and customers, and that it continues to closely monitor operational conditions, while providing the necessary updates in the event of any fundamental developments.

ADNOC Distribution witnessed strong growth in 2025, with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization reaching $1.17 billion, recording an increase of 11.1% compared to the previous year.

The quantities of fuel sold reached 15.7 billion liters, while the total profit of the non-fuel retail sector increased by 14.4% on an annual basis, thanks to the outstanding performance of the company’s business in the UAE, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Arab Republic of Egypt.

His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Chairman of the Board of Directors of ADNOC Distribution, said that ADNOC Distribution continues to achieve outstanding performance thanks to the disciplined implementation of its strategic plans and the solidity of its business model, as during the year 2025 it recorded strong financial results and achieved tangible progress in its efforts aimed at transforming into a leading and integrated platform in the mobility and retail sectors.

He added that adopting a total dividend distribution of $700 million for the year 2025, and extending the dividend policy until 2030, confirms the company’s commitment to providing expected, long-term returns to shareholders. Looking to the future, ADNOC Distribution continues to focus on achieving disciplined growth, effective capital management, and creating and enhancing value in the long term.

ADNOC Distribution’s total annual dividends for the year 2025 amounted to $700 million (2.57 billion dirhams).

During the annual general assembly meeting, shareholders also agreed to extend the company’s dividend policy until 2030, which stipulates the distribution of $700 million or at least 75% of net profit, whichever is higher.

Dividends for the second half of 2025 will be paid in April 2026, followed by the first quarterly dividends for the first quarter of 2026 in June 2026, after the approval of the Board of Directors.

The total of these two payments is expected to reach $525 million (1.9 billion dirhams), equivalent to 15.4 fils per share.

Since the initial public offering, total dividends have reached $5.5 billion (AED 20 billion), including dividends for the second half of 2025, achieving a total shareholder return of 112%.

For his part, Engineer Badr Saeed Al Lamki, CEO of ADNOC Distribution, said that the disciplined implementation of the company’s five-year strategy during the year 2025 contributed to achieving record performance and balanced growth in its various business sectors, while it continued to diversify its revenue sources and enhance its sustainability, exceeding its operational targets, through the continuous expansion of its network of service stations, developing innovative concepts in the retail sector, enhancing cost efficiency, and improving the customer experience by taking advantage of artificial intelligence solutions.

He added that based on this strong performance, the company has updated its future guidance related to the growth of the service station network and the non-fuel retail sector, reflecting the continued positive momentum, stressing the commitment to continue achieving disciplined growth and creating sustainable value for the company’s shareholders in the long term.

ADNOC Distribution has continued to make significant progress in implementing its strategy aimed at strengthening the infrastructure for electric vehicles on the eight main roads in the UAE, including the launch of the “ADNOC Distribution Complex for Charging Electric Vehicles” during the year 2025. The number of fast and ultra-fast charging points within the E2GO network has reached about 402 points, which enhances the company’s role in supporting the transition towards electric mobility in the country, and in line with the national policy for electric vehicles.

As part of expanding its concepts in the retail sector, ADNOC Distribution launched in 2025 the concept of “The Hub by ADNOC,” which combines fueling services, electric vehicle charging, car care, and retail stores, within an integrated experience and larger spaces compared to traditional service stations.

The company plans to operate 30 locations of this concept, with an expected EBITDA contribution of approximately $30 million by 2030.

During the year 2025, the company also launched the new identity for its retail stores under the new name “Oasis by ADNOC”, which strengthens its leadership in the retail sector by providing an innovative experience in the modern food and beverage sector, enhancing the quality and diversity of options.

During the year 2026, ADNOC Distribution works to continue strengthening its established legacy in serving the communities and regions in which it operates, through the deliberate expansion of the mobility and retail sector platform, while allocating capital efficiently and disciplined.

The company is also working on implementing more than 20 initiatives supported by artificial intelligence, with the aim of enhancing growth, raising operational efficiency, and improving customer experience.

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