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Paying for parking is about to get a lot easier in Dubai.
Tollgate operator Salik has teamed up with Parkonic, the UAE’s largest private parking operator, to bring parking solutions to numerous parking sites across Dubai.
Parkonic is set to collaborate with Salik and use its eWallet system across 107 locations, modernising how UAE residents and visitors will pay for parking.
Read more: AE: You’ll soon be able to pay for parking in Dubai using your Salik account
Salik Company (Salik), Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, announces it has partnered with Parkonic, the UAE’s largest private sector parking operator, known for its cutting-edge AI-powered free-flow parking systems.
Salik collaborates with Parkonic, the largest private parking operator in the UAE, and expands geographically for the first time beyond the Emirate of Dubai.
Read more: Agreement signed to bolster UAE’s smart city infrastructure
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out self-service kiosks across the city that allow residents to renew their driving licenses in just three minutes. A video recently showcased a Dubai resident using one of these kiosks, with the entire renewal process completed quickly and seamlessly. The initiative offers a modern solution to save time and cut down on queues at RTA centers.
Multiple Services, All in One Place
The RTA has installed 32 of these kiosks in 21 locations, including the main RTA headquarters, customer happiness centers, and high-traffic areas like Tasjeel in Al Barsha. The kiosks provide around-the-clock access to 28 different digital services beyond just license renewals, including vehicle licensing, driver services, parking, and even nol card management.
Read more: AE: Dubai’s Smart Kiosk Lets You Renew Your License in 3 Minutes
Dubai Customs has recently launched a groundbreaking blockchain platform to solidify further its status as a global hub for trade and innovation.
Overview
On July 8 2024, Dubai Media Office announced that the blockchain solution was launched as part of a broader strategy to cement Dubai’s position as a leading smart city. This initiative is part of Dubai’s ambitious Smart City efforts to revolutionise various sectors through advanced technologies. Integrating blockchain technology into Dubai Customs’ operations marks a significant step towards enhancing international trade efficiency, transparency, and security. Ahmed bin Sulayem, chairman of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, said, “This innovation reflects our vision to make Dubai a global hub of trade and logistics.”
Read more: AE: Transforming Dubai: Dubai Customs’ Blockchain Platform in the Smart City Initiative
Partnership with the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority will combine InfraX’s infrastructure expertise with Tuya’s smart home technologies.
Tuya Smart, a global cloud platform service provider, has announced a strategic partnership with InfraX, a subsidiary of Digital Dewa, to help accelerate smart city development in the UAE at Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) in Barcelona.
Read more: Strategic partnership to accelerate smart city progress in UAE