AD Ports Group Wins Top Investor Relations Honours In Extel Survey For Second Year

AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading integrated trade, logistics, and transport enabler, has once again achieved top recognition in the prestigious Extel Executive Team Survey.

For the second consecutive year, the Group was ranked among the best-performing listed companies across Emerging Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA), securing the #1 position in the Large Cap Transportation Sector and placing second overall in the ‘Most Honored Companies’ category. This recognition highlights AD Ports Group’s credibility, strong investor engagement, and commitment to best practices in investor relations.

Dominating the EEMEA Large Cap Transportation Rankings

AD Ports Group earned first place in four key investor relations categories in the EEMEA Large Cap Transportation Sector:

• Best Investor Relations (IR) Professional

• Best IR Team

• Best IR Program

• Best Investor/Analyst Event

These rankings reflect the Group’s consistent efforts in maintaining transparency, credibility, and meaningful engagement with the global investment community. The rankings are based on the input of 462 investment professionals from 264 financial institutions, including buy-side analysts, fund managers, and research experts — making Extel one of the most authoritative assessments in capital markets.

Broad Recognition Across EEMEA and Commitment to ESG

Beyond the transportation sector, AD Ports Group placed second among all Large, Mid, and Small-Cap companies in the ‘Most Honored Companies’ category across the EEMEA region. Additional accolades include:

• 2nd place for Best ESG Program – a testament to the company’s sustainability and governance initiatives.

• 3rd place for Best CFO – recognising the leadership and financial stewardship of CFO Martin Aarup.

These achievements reflect the Group’s well-rounded strengths in financial transparency, environmental responsibility, and executive performance.

Investor Confidence Reflected at 2025 Capital Markets Day

Held on 25 February 2025 at Khalifa Port, AD Ports Group’s Capital Markets Day attracted significant attention from regional and international investors. Top-tier investment banks and analysts covering UAE equities were in attendance, reaffirming the company’s growing importance as one of the most broadly diversified, publicly listed firms in the GCC. Since its listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange in 2022, AD Ports Group has become a key player in the capital markets and continues to engage stakeholders with forward-looking strategies and open communication.

AD Ports Group’s standout performance in the 2025 Extel survey cements its position as a benchmark for investor relations in the region. Its top rankings in key categories reflect not just effective communication and financial clarity, but also the trust and recognition it has earned from the global investment community. As it continues to expand its footprint and drive integrated trade and logistics solutions, AD Ports Group sets a high standard for corporate governance and stakeholder engagement in the EEMEA region.