20-F: Brooge Energy Limited Reports Financial Results for Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2024

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Annual Report 1 May 2025 10:16 AM

Brooge Energy Limited announces its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, showcasing a net profit of $4.4 million amidst ongoing strategic and operational challenges.

Worse than expectedRevenue and Adjusted EBITDA decreased year-over-year, indicating a decline in operational performance.

Summary

Brooge Energy Limited reported a net profit of $4.4 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.
The company's revenue for 2024 was $76.5 million, a decrease from $105.7 million in 2023, primarily due to less tank capacity utilization.
Adjusted EBITDA for 2024 was $54.3 million, compared to $79.7 million in 2023.
The company is addressing material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting.
Brooge Energy is managing a judgment of $130 million plus interest related to a dispute with Al Brooge International Advisory (BIA).
The company is also involved in a class action lawsuit.
The company is in technical breach of certain covenants under its Bond Financing Facility, with a bullet repayment of $144 million due in September 2025.
The company is exploring a potential acquisition by Gulf Navigation Holdings PJSC.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document presents a mixed picture. While the company achieved a net profit, there are significant challenges related to debt, litigation, and internal controls. The potential acquisition by GulfNav could be a positive development, but it is still uncertain.

Positives

The company achieved a net profit of $4.4 million in 2024, a turnaround from a net loss in 2023.
The company is actively working to remediate material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting.
The company reversed expected credit losses of $3.3 million in 2024 due to a favorable court verdict.
The company is in discussions with bondholders to restructure or reschedule the upcoming bullet payment.

Negatives

Revenue decreased to $76.5 million in 2024 from $105.7 million in 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $54.3 million in 2024 from $79.7 million in 2023.
The company is in technical breach of certain covenants under its Bond Financing Facility.
BPGIC is subject to a judgment to pay $130 million plus interest to Al Brooge International Advisory (BIA).
The company is facing a class action complaint.
The company has negative working capital of $309.3 million as of December 31, 2024.

Risks

The company's ability to continue as a going concern is uncertain due to the upcoming $144 million bond repayment and technical breach of bond covenants.
The company faces potential enforcement of a $130 million judgment plus interest to Al Brooge International Advisory (BIA).
The company is subject to a class action lawsuit, which could have a material adverse effect.
The company's operations are subject to political and economic conditions in Fujairah and the UAE.
The company is exposed to risks related to climate change and environmental regulations.
The company is dependent on its IT and operational systems, which may fail or be subject to disruption.
The company's controlling shareholder has substantial influence over the company and is in official liquidation in the Cayman Islands.

Future Outlook

The company is focused on managing its debt obligations, pursuing strategic opportunities like the GulfNav transaction, and expanding its operations through Phase III and green energy projects.

Industry Context

The company operates in the oil storage and services sector, which is influenced by global economic conditions, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes. The company's location in the Port of Fujairah provides a strategic advantage, but it also exposes the company to regional risks.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The document does not provide specific comparisons to industry standards or comparable companies.
Without more information, it is difficult to assess the company's performance relative to its peers.
A more detailed analysis would require comparing Brooge Energy's financial metrics (e.g., revenue per cubic meter of storage, EBITDA margins) to those of other oil storage companies in the region, such as Vopak Horizon Fujairah Limited, Gulf Petrochem, and GPS Chemoil.
Additionally, comparing project timelines and costs for Phase III to similar projects by competitors would provide valuable insights.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer	Unknown	Ines Bezaznia	November 10, 2024	Not specified in the document.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Audit Committee Composition	The Audit Committee was re-established with new members.	September 4, 2024	Improved oversight of financial reporting and internal controls.

Legal Proceedings

BPGIC is subject to a judgment to pay $130 million plus interest to Al Brooge International Advisory (BIA).
The company is facing a class action complaint in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

Related Party Transactions

The company had transactions with related parties, including BPGIC Holdings Limited, HBS Investments LP, H Capital International LP, O2 Investments Limited, SBD International LP, SD Holding Limited, Gyan Investments Ltd, and Brooge International Advisory LLC.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders face uncertainty due to the company's debt obligations, litigation, and internal control weaknesses.
Employees may be affected by potential changes in the company's operations and structure.
Customers may experience disruptions in service due to the company's financial and operational challenges.
Creditors face the risk of potential default on the company's debt obligations.

Next Steps

Negotiate with bondholders to restructure or reschedule the upcoming bullet payment.
Pursue a potential settlement arrangement for BIA.
Continue to develop Phase III and green energy projects.
Evaluate and potentially complete the acquisition by Gulf Navigation Holdings PJSC.

Key Dates

Date	Description
April 12, 2019	Brooge Energy Limited incorporated in the Cayman Islands.
December 20, 2019	Business Combination completed, listing on Nasdaq.
April 7, 2020	Company name changed to Brooge Energy Limited.
February 2, 2020	BPGIC entered into the Phase III Land Lease.
September 22, 2020	Bond Terms established for Bond Financing Facility.
October 1, 2020	BPGIC novated the Phase III Land Lease to BPGIC III.
November 2020	Proceeds of Bond Financing Facility drawn down.
September 2021	Phase II commenced operations.
April 27, 2022	Amendment No. 2 to the Bond Terms.
December 9, 2022	UAE Ministry of Finance published the full text of the law Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses.
December 5, 2022	BPGIC and BPGIC III signed a land preparation work contract with Audex Fujairah LL FZE for Phase III.
February 2023	BRE and Siemens Energy announced a partnership to build a PV solar farm to supply BREs Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia Project.
June 9, 2023	The SEC approved Nasdaqs proposed clawback listing standards.
November 20, 2023	BPGIC Holdings placed into official liquidation.
December 27, 2023	BPGIC served with a court order from a court in the UAE under which the court appointed a Judicial Guardian (JG) over BPGIC.
December 22, 2023	The Company reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC).
March 5, 2024	The Federal Supreme Court (equivalent of the Court of Cassation) in the United Arab Emirates rejected the appeals filed by representatives of BPGIC FZE relating to the claim and demand for payment from BIA.
February 5, 2024	A class action complaint was filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
September 4, 2024	The Board of Directors updated the composition of its Audit Committee.
November 10, 2024	The Board of Directors appointed Ines Bezaznia as Chief Financial Officer of the Company and interim Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
December 22, 2024	The Warrants expired and were delisted.
March 13, 2025	GulfNav shareholders approved the acquisition at the General Assembly Meeting.
September 2025	Bullet repayment of $144 million due on Bond Financing Facility.

Keywords

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