Post by : Bianca Suleiman
Abu Dhabi: During its Annual General Meeting (AGM), ADNOC Gas plc confirmed the approval of all items on the agenda, including a record-breaking dividend of $3.584 billion for the year 2025. A final dividend totaling $896 million is expected to be distributed in May 2026.
Outstanding Financial Performance in 2025
ADNOC Gas posted a remarkable net income of $5.2 billion for 2025, notwithstanding a 14% drop in average Brent crude prices, which averaged $69 per barrel. This financial success underscores the company's robust business framework and substantial domestic gas portfolio.
The domestic gas division experienced a 10% year-on-year rise in EBITDA, propelled by:
A 4% increase in sales volumes
Enhanced commercial contracts
Strategic Developments and Market Growth
The firm significantly enhanced its standing in global capital markets by completing the largest secondary share offering in UAE and ADX history, raising $2.84 billion through the sale of 3.1 billion shares.
As a result of this achievement, ADNOC Gas has been included in:
MSCI Emerging Markets Index
FTSE Emerging Index
This inclusion has drawn more than $750 million in passive investment inflows, enhancing its global investment community.
Dividend Strategy and Future Projections
ADNOC Gas aims for an ambitious dividend target of $24.4 billion during 2025 to 2030, reinforced by a policy advocating for a 5% annual dividend increase.
To better serve shareholders, the company plans to switch to quarterly dividend payments from Q3 2025, ensuring steadier and more visible payouts.
The total dividends for 2025 comprise:
$1.792 billion interim dividend (September 2025)
$896 million quarterly dividend (December 2025)
$896 million final dividend (May 2026)
Incident at Habshan Update
Additionally, the company confirmed an incident at the Habshan gas processing complex, which was the result of falling debris after a successful air defense interception.
Tragically, one contractor was killed, and several others sustained injuries during the evacuation. ADNOC Gas stated that:
The affected location has been secured and isolated
Gas supply continues uninterrupted from other facilities
A comprehensive damage assessment is currently in progress
Chairman Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber offered condolences to the family of the victim and wished a swift recovery for those injured.
Leadership Commentary
Dr Al Jaber stressed that ADNOC Gas's record performance comes amid a rapidly changing global energy landscape, driven by increasing electricity demand, industrial growth, and advancements in AI technologies.
He underscored the importance of natural gas as a vital element for economic development and digital infrastructure, asserting ADNOC Gas's role as a dependable and efficient energy provider for both local and international markets.
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