Nama gets violation notice from SIDF on JANA’s SAR 415.9M loans

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Nama Chemicals Co. received an official notice of violation from the Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) on Nov. 17 regarding its commitment to the guarantee provided under the loan agreement for Jubail Chemical Industries Co. (JANA).

In a statement to Tadawul, Nama said the first loan amounts to SAR 139.87 million, while the second is valued at SAR 276.04 million. Nama fully guarantees both loans.

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The settlement period is 30 working days from the notice date, as stipulated by Article 13 of the State Revenue Law.

Nama will continue the negotiations with SIDF to discuss a fair and acceptable payment plan for both parties to fulfill obligations and guarantees.

The financial impact on NAMA’s financial statements will come in at SAR 218.31 million out of long-term loan-noncurrent portion of SAR 253.55 million will move to the long-term loan – current portion.

Once the amount of SAR 218.31 million is transferred, total noncurrent liabilities will decline to SAR 35.24 million, while the long-term loan- current portion will increase to SAR 440.99 million.

According to available data from Argaam, Nama owns 95% of JANA, located in the industrial city of Jubail. JANA produces a range of liquid epoxy resins and various solid forms for applications across different sectors, including chemicals, construction, food industries, and others.