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In a landmark move for urban mobility, Parkonic, the UAE’s leading smart parking solutions provider, and Salik Company PJSC, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, have partnered with Dubai Holding to roll out the region’s first fully autonomous, AI-powered on-street and off-street parking solution. The rollout will cover more than 36,000 parking spaces across some of Dubai’s most iconic communities.
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This initiative is fully aligned with Dubai’s Smart City 2030 and Future Mobility Vision, and aims to transform the way residents and visitors experience urban parking.
Seamless, zero-interaction parking experience
The partnership introduces a ticketless, barrier-free parking system that eliminates the need for manual inspection. Utilising Parkonic’s advanced AI-driven software platform and seamlessly integrated with Salik’s payment infrastructure, the solution delivers a frictionless entry and exit experience with instant, cashless payments.
According to a Dubai Media Office report, the system enables a truly zero-interaction customer journey, aligning with Dubai’s push toward connected and intelligent mobility infrastructure.
“This partnership is a milestone for urban mobility in Dubai,” said Imad Alameddine, CEO of Parkonic. “Together with Salik and Dubai Holding, we are building a future where parking is seamless, intelligent, and user-centric. Dubai Holding’s trust in Parkonic reflects our commitment to innovation. This collaboration goes beyond parking—it’s about enabling AI-driven services, autonomous vehicles, and a fully integrated mobility ecosystem.”
Supporting sustainability and smart mobility goals
Beyond convenience, the project is designed to support Dubai’s Net Zero goals by reducing congestion and cutting carbon emissions. The smart infrastructure will allow real-time monitoring and improved traffic flow, eliminating overstays and unnecessary fines through automatic detection and billing systems.
The technology will also feature multilingual user interfaces and will be operated without any need for manual intervention, making it accessible and efficient for all users.
“This strategic alliance is not just about infrastructure,” said a joint statement from the partners. “It’s about redefining the user experience and setting a new standard in urban design and smart mobility.”
About the partners
Parkonic is the UAE’s largest private parking operator and a pioneer in smart parking solutions. Known for its AI-powered technologies, Parkonic is redefining how urban mobility and parking systems work in the region.
Salik Company PJSC, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, was established as a public joint stock company in June 2022 and listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) in September 2022. Salik, which means “seamless mobility” in Arabic, operates all toll gates in Dubai under a 49-year concession agreement with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The company uses RFID and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technologies to manage vehicle movements efficiently across the city.
Together with Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with operations in over 30 countries, this partnership marks a significant leap forward in smart, connected mobility for the city of Dubai.
