AD Ports Group Q3 2026 net profit reaches $265.49m, up 64 percent
Revenue rose 48 percent to AED 7.99 billion with EBITDA margin improving to 24.6 percent from 22.3 percent year earlier.
AD Ports Group reported net profit of AED 975 million, equivalent to $265.49 million, for the third quarter of 2026, an increase of 64 percent compared with the same period in 2025. Revenue for the quarter reached AED 7.99 billion, up 48 percent year-on-year, according to results announced on 11 November 2026. The figures were disclosed by the company and reported by Economy Middle East.
Revenue growth across four business clusters#
The revenue increase reflected double-digit growth across AD Ports Group's four core business clusters. The Ports Cluster recorded a quarterly rebound, while Maritime & Shipping and Logistics segments posted gains. Economic Cities & Free Zones continued steady growth during the period. The company operates an integrated trade ecosystem spanning ports, shipping, logistics and free zone operations. Each cluster contributed to the overall revenue performance in the third quarter.
EBITDA margin expands to 24.6 percent#
EBITDA for Q3 2026 grew 63 percent to AED 1.97 billion. The EBITDA margin improved to 24.6 percent from 22.3 percent in the third quarter of 2025. The margin expansion occurred alongside the revenue and profit growth. Free cash flow to the firm was negative AED 691 million in Q3 2026 due to funding and cash outflow from the acquisition of Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura Group. Adjusted for that transaction, free cash flow to the firm would have been positive AED 1.17 billion.
Operational activity during the quarter#
During the third quarter, AD Ports Group operated cargo and feeder shipping services at Fujairah Terminals and Khor Fakkan Port. The company deployed land and air bridges and operated warehousing and storage facilities. Dr. Afif Saif Al Yafei, Group Chief Executive Officer, stated that the group achieved the results through its operational presence across the supply chain, its landlord business model component in the domestic market, and its operational flexibility. The company funded the acquisition of Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura Group during the quarter.
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- economymiddleeast.comEconomy Middle EastAD Ports Group Q3 2026 net profit of AED 975 million ($265.49 million), up 64 percent; revenue AED 7.99 billion, up 48 percent; EBITDA AED 1.97 billion, up 63 percent; EBITDA margin 24.6 percent versus 22.3 percent prior year; free cash flow negative AED 691 million; CLI acquisition; operations at F
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