GWC discloses Q1-2025 financial results
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad: We remain committed to strengthening our financial position
Sheikh Abdulla Bin Fahad: We are implementing a comprehensive expansion strategy
Matthew Kearns: We aim to deliver innovative logistics solutions to our clients
Doha / Qatar: Gulf Warehousing Company Q.P.S.C (GWC) – one of the leading logistics providers in the MENA region, announced its financial results for the first quarter (the three-month period ending March 31, 2025). The company reported total revenues of QAR 367.65 million, a net profit of QAR 37.69 million, and earnings per share of QAR 0.064.
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jaber Al Thani, GWC Chairman, said: 'We succeeded in achieving a growth in our net profits by 54% on a quarterly basis of QAR 37.69 million in the first quarter of this year as compared to QAR 24.87 million during the last quarter of 2024. At the same time, the company remains focused on achieving its strategic goals, which include sustaining profitability, expanding into promising sectors and markets, while contributing to the implementation of the Third National Development Strategy and Qatar National Vision 2030, and strengthening its position as one of the leading logistics providers in the MENA region."
He added: 'We are continuing our efforts to solidify the company's financial position, enhance operational efficiency, and develop the infrastructure and human capital, while implementing a well-planned expansion strategy and adopting a prudent approach to mitigate potential risks. This calls for greater flexibility and adaptability to changing economic conditions in order to ensure long-term stability, achieve sustainable returns, and maximize shareholder value."
His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla Bin Fahad Bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, GWC Managing Director, said: 'GWC is actively implementing a comprehensive expansion strategy aimed at enhancing returns and diversifying its investments by solidifying its presence in promising markets that offer opportunities for sustainable growth. This will further strengthen our leadership in the regional logistics sector while expanding our local logistics network to provide best in class services to our clients.'
By the end of February 2025, GWC launched a cutting-edge logistics hub in Ras Laffan Industrial City, dedicated to servicing Qatar's vital oil and gas industry, particularly with the implementation of the North Field Expansion Project — the world's largest LNG project currently under construction. In March, GWC signed a strategic partnership agreement with Huawei to provide delivery services for its e-commerce store across Qatar, ensuring an exceptional customer experience following the official launch of Huawei's e-commerce store in Qatar on March 20, 2025.
Matthew Kearns, GWC's Acting Group CEO, said: 'Innovation is our top priority as we aim to deliver leading logistics solutions that meet all customer needs and keep pace with future developments. In addition to our commitment to the highest standards of sustainability and governance, we are dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, delivering world-class logistics services, expanding our customer base, and forging strategic partnerships with promising companies that add value to our business. These will not only offer profitability opportunities, and enhance operational excellence, but also increase efficiency and reinforce our brand presence locally, regionally, and globally.'
In early April, GWC received its first Long- and Short-Term ratings on the Qatar National Scale of 'qaA-' and 'qaA2', respectively, from Capital Intelligence, with a stable outlook. The international agency confirmed that GWC is the largest logistics services provider in Qatar, with a dominant market share in its home market, a strong financial position, and a focus on improving margins by offering higher value-added supply chain services, supported by its solid capital base.
About GWC Group
Gulf Warehousing Company Q.P.S.C (GWC) is Qatar's number one logistics and supply chain solutions provider and a trusted industry leader across the GCC. Since its establishment in 2004, GWC has built a reputation for operational excellence, innovation, sustainability, and reliability. With a comprehensive regional network and advanced infrastructure, the company delivers seamless, technology-driven solutions covering warehousing, distribution, freight forwarding, transportation, and specialized logistics. GWC empowers businesses of all sizes, from entrepreneurs and SMEs to global multinationals, enabling seamless operations and sustainable growth. Notably, GWC was the first Regional Supporter and the Official Logistics Provider for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, showcasing its world-class capabilities on the global stage.
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