Qube Holdings Limited has confirmed that its scheme of arrangement with Rubik Australia Pty Limited is now legally effective, following Supreme Court approval on July 7, 2026. The announcement represents a pivotal moment for shareholders as the proposed acquisition moves from conditional to binding status, eliminating uncertainty around the $5.20 per share takeover offer.
The scheme’s effectiveness marks the final major hurdle in the transaction process. Trading in Qube shares on the ASX will be suspended from the close of business on July 8, with implementation scheduled for Friday, August 14, 2026. From an investor perspective, this signals certainty around the transaction timeline and receipt of consideration, removing execution risk that had persisted since the scheme was originally announced.
The cash consideration to shareholders totals $5.20 per share, to be delivered through multiple payments. Qube has declared a fully franked Special Dividend of $0.3465 per share, payable on July 23, 2026, following a record date of July 14. On the scheme implementation date of August 14, shareholders will receive the balance of the $5.20 per share consideration, adjusted downward by both the Special Dividend and an interim dividend of $0.0535 per share declared in February 2026. This structure means shareholders receive the full $5.20 in value distributed across multiple dates.
The timing of the Special Dividend before implementation provides shareholders with immediate capital return. The distribution is fully franked, generating an associated franking credit that offers tax efficiency benefits for Australian taxpayers. For many investors, this franking credit adds meaningful value beyond the cash dividend amount itself.
One notable element of the scheme involves UniSuper, which will receive shares in Rubik Australia Holdings Pty Limited rather than cash consideration for its holdings. This divergence from standard cash treatment likely reflects negotiated terms given UniSuper’s significant stake in the company.
The implementation timeline provides approximately three weeks from the scheme record date of July 24 through to August 14 for settlement to occur. Shareholders should ensure they are on the register at the relevant record dates to receive both the special dividend and their scheme consideration. The final element to monitor is any changes to the timetable, which the company notes may be announced through the ASX if they occur. This announcement is price sensitive and has been flagged as material by the ASX.
View the full ASX announcement (PDF)
About Qube Holdings Limited (ASX: QUB)
Qube Holdings Limited is an Australian-based provider of integrated import and export logistics services operating in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. The company operates through two core divisions: its Operating Division, which provides containerised cargo handling, grain trading, road and rail transport, warehousing, and industrial logistics services, and its 50% interest in Patrick Terminals, a leading container terminal operator. Qube offers comprehensive supply chain solutions including port logistics, bulk logistics, and specialized services across major Australian ports.
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