Sukoon Insurance PJSC

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Ticker/ISIN
SUKOON
AEO000101014
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E)

Established in 1975, Sukoon Insurance PJSC (The "Company") is one of the leading insurance providers in the UAE. They provide a wide range of comprehensive insurance solutions to more than 830,000 individuals and commercial clients in life, healthcare and general (property, energy, engineering, aviation, marine and liability) insurance. The Company has operations across all Emirates in the UAE as well as in Oman.

The Company is a subsidiary of Mashreq Bank (PSC) incorporated in the Emirate of Dubai.

The Company is committed to providing outstanding insurance solutions that help create and protect wealth and wellbeing. The Dubai-based company achieves this mission by serving businesses and individuals with a team of 650 professionals through an intensive distribution network of branches, brokers, bancassurance partners, agencies, an e-commerce platform and a dedicated call centre.

At its core, the Company is a customer-centric organization, with a single-minded focus on service. Its priority has always been to build long term client relationships, with complete customer satisfaction as most important, non-negotiable objective. Sukoon Insurance wants to become a reference in the region for excellent customer service.

Latest Pressrelease Summaries from Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Sukoon Insurance PJSC has announced the opening of nominations for its Board of Directors from December 23, 2024, at 8 am to January 7, 2025, at 6 pm. Shareholders who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for board membership by submitting an application to the company's main headquarters in Deira, Dubai. The application should include a brief introduction and the type of membership sought (executive, non-executive, or independent). Seven board members will be elected, and nominations will remain open for at least ten days, in line with governance regulations. Candidates must comply with relevant legal and company requirements, and necessary documents will be available on the company's website. Once nominations close, candidates cannot transfer their candidacy to others. The names and details of candidates will be published on the company's bulletin board and website on February 25, 2024, and shared with the Securities & Commodities Authority and the Market.
Sukoon Insurance PJSC held a Board of Directors meeting on December 10, 2024, at their head office in Dubai and via video conferencing. The board reviewed and approved the Nomination and Remuneration Committee Charter and decided to initiate the nomination process for electing a new Board of Directors, pending approval from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) on December 23, 2024. They also conducted a general review of the company's business. The communication was addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and a copy was sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the SCA.
Sukoon Insurance PJSC has scheduled a Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 10:00 am. The meeting will take place at the company's head office in Deira, Dubai, and via 'Teams' video conferencing. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the Nomination and Remuneration Committee Charter, initiating the nomination process for electing new board members after the 2025 AGM, and a general review of the company's business. The notification is addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and a copy is sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Sukoon Insurance PJSC announced that its Board of Directors passed a resolution by circulation on November 25, 2024, at 10:00 am. The resolution approved a new structure for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The new members include Hamda Moosa Abdulla Hussain AlShamali as Chairman, and Hazem Shish and Rashed Saif Saeed ALJarwan AlShamsi as Committee Members. The announcement was addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and a copy was sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Sukoon Insurance PJSC has announced that its Board of Directors will pass a resolution by circulation on November 25, 2024, at 10:00 am. The agenda includes the election of new members and a chairman for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The notification was addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and a copy was sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.
Sukoon Insurance P.J.S.C. and its subsidiaries, previously known as Oman Insurance Company P.S.C., have released a review report and condensed consolidated interim financial information for the nine-month period ending on September 30, 2024.
The text is a formal communication from Sukoon Insurance PJSC to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, the Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, regarding the results of a Board of Directors meeting held on October 24, 2024. The meeting took place at the company's head office in Dubai and via a video conference platform. During the meeting, the board reviewed and approved several items, including the Q3-2024 financial statements, the corporate governance manual, the audit committee charter, the recovery plan, and the investment valuation policy. A general review of the company's business was also conducted. The letter is signed by Louise O’Donnell, EVP-Head of Legal & Claims Management, and a copy is sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.
The text is a notification regarding a board meeting of Sukoon Insurance PJSC, scheduled for Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM. The meeting will take place at the company's head office in Dubai and via Teams video conferencing. The agenda includes the approval of the Q3-2024 financial statements, corporate governance manual, audit committee charter, recovery plan, and investment valuation policy, along with a general review of the company's business. The notification is addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and copied to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Results of Board Decisions by Passing

Sukoon Insurance PJSC, with a paid-up capital of AED 461,872,125 and regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE, disclosed a resolution passed by its Board of Directors on Monday, 30th September 2024. The resolution, passed by circulation at 10:00 am, approved the company's Mid-Year Pricing and Underwriting Performance Report for the period ending 30th June 2024. This information was communicated to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, with a copy sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of Licensing, Supervision, and Enforcement Affairs at the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.

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Disclosure: Board Decisions by Passing

Sukoon Insurance PJSC, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, with a paid-up capital of AED 461,872,125, and regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE, has notified the Dubai Financial Market's Executive Chief Officer, Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, of an upcoming Board of Directors resolution by circulation. The resolution will be passed on Monday, 30th September 2024, at 10:00 am, addressing the approval of the company's Mid-Year Pricing and Underwriting Performance Report for the period ending 30th June 2024. The notification was signed by Louise O’Donnell, Head of Claims Management & Legal, and copied to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Press release

Sukoon Insurance PJSC has completed the acquisition of the UAE Life insurance portfolio from Chubb Tempest Life Reinsurance Ltd. The agreement, signed on August 24, 2023, aligns with Sukoon's strategy to become a regional leader in life insurance. The transfer, which includes unit-linked and protection life insurance policies, has been approved by the Central Bank of the UAE and the Bermudan Monetary Authority. The migration of the portfolio is now complete. Sukoon will continue to provide policyholders with high-quality insurance services and 24/7 access to their policies and investments via its digital platform. The terms and conditions of the policies issued by Chubb remain unchanged. Emmanuel Deschamps, a member of Sukoon's Executive Committee and Head of Individual Life and Workplace Saving, stated that the transaction strengthens their market position and supports their strategy to grow their life insurance portfolio.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Press release

Sukoon Insurance, a leading insurance provider in the UAE, has introduced a new videoconferencing feature for its life insurance customers. This innovation allows applicants to complete their life insurance applications without extensive in-person medical examinations, aligning with the company's customer-centric strategy to enhance accessibility, convenience, and inclusivity. Emmanuel Deschamps, Executive Vice President, highlighted that this makes Sukoon the first in the UAE to offer such a feature for life insurance underwriting. The service is available for a specific age group with predefined premium limits. Dr. Faiza Zulfiqar, Head of Individual Life Underwriting, emphasized that this initiative improves client experience and ensures an efficient underwriting process. This development reflects Sukoon's commitment to exceptional service and continuous evolution to meet client expectations.

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Disclosure: Financial statements for the 2n QTR of 2024

The text is a reference to a review report and condensed consolidated interim financial information for Sukoon Insurance P.J.S.C. and its subsidiaries, formerly known as Oman Insurance Company P.S.C., for the six-month period ending June 30, 2024.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

Sukoon Insurance PJSC held a Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM at their head office in Dubai and via Teams video conferencing. The agenda included reviewing and approving the Q2 2024 financial statements, appointing an external actuary, and a general review of the company's business. The meeting results were communicated to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, with a copy sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: BOD meeting

Sukoon Insurance PJSC has announced a Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM. The meeting will take place at the company's head office in Deira, Dubai, and will also be accessible via Teams video conferencing. The agenda includes the approval of Q2 2024 financial statements, the appointment of an external actuary, and a general review of the company's business. This notification was addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of Dubai Financial Market, and a copy was sent to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

Oman Insurance Company P.S.C. ("Sukoon") held a Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 10:00 am at their head office in Dubai and via Teams video conferencing. The agenda included a general business review and the approval of the Investment Committee Charter and Investment Policy Guidelines. The meeting's details were communicated to Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, with a copy sent to Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: BOD meeting

Sukoon Insurance PJSC has notified the Dubai Financial Market of a Board of Directors meeting to be held on Wednesday, 29th May 2024 at 10:00 am. The meeting will take place at the company's head office in Dubai and via Teams video conferencing. The agenda includes a general review of the company's business. The notification was sent to Mr. Hamed Ahmad Ali, Executive Chief Officer of the Dubai Financial Market, and copied to Mrs. Maryam Butti Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO of Licensing, Supervision, Enforcement Affairs at the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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News Update From Sukoon Insurance PJSC

Disclosure: Board of Directors Report

Sukoon Insurance PJSC presented its Q1 2024 financial results, reporting a net profit before tax of AED 90.2 million, up 31% YoY, and insurance revenue of AED 1.23 billion, up 16% YoY. Net investment income reached AED 59.4 million, a 34% YoY increase. Total assets stood at AED 8.81 billion, and total shareholders' equity was AED 2.77 billion as of 31 March 2024. The company, formerly known as Oman Insurance Company P.S.C., has completed its rebranding process. It also successfully transferred the UAE life portfolio from Chubb Tempest Life Reinsurance Ltd and turned around its takaful subsidiary, Sukoon Takaful, which is now on the path to profitability.

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