Dubai's Parkin nets Dh925m profit - with sharp rise in fines helping too
It was Dh181.3 million in 2023.
Not just that, during October to end December 2024, there was a staggering 72% spike in fines issued, totaling Dh77 million from Dh44.8 million in Q4-2023.
A majority of these fines were issued in the public parking category, with total public parking fines up 51% in Q4 to 424,000 (Q4 2023: 281,000).
All of which have boosted Parkin's overall 2024 numbers with revenues of Dh925.2 million from Dh780 million. The net profit pulled its weight with a 7% growth to Dh423.5 million from Dh394.1 million.
'Parkin operates at the centre of Dubai's transport ecosystem with a systemic role as a mobility enabler,' said Ahmed Bahrozyan, Chairman of Parkin.
'Throughout 2024, our quarterly results have demonstrated consistent profitable growth. With our city's accelerating economic growth, population expansion and record tourism in 2024, I am confident in Parkin's future outlook and our ability to deliver another strong performance in 2025.'
When it comes to number possibilities, Parkin is all set for a blockbuster year. Later in March, the company will introduce variable rates in line with peak and off-peak hour usage. And recently, it rolled out higher charges at locations where high-profile events or conferences are being held. The tariff for a one-hour parking would then Dh25.
Its sister company Salik too rolled out variable rates depending on peak/off-peak usage of its toll-gates.
The new tariff cards have created a new growth dimension for these RTA entities, according to market analysts. (Parkin and Salik share prices continue to outperform its DFM peers.)
According to Mohamed Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, "(The 2024) EBITDA increased by 42% during the (fourth) quarter, compared to the prior year, with a margin of 60%, reflecting Parkin's operational leverage, robust top-line growth and the ongoing benefits of efficiency initiatives.
"Providing essential infrastructure that supports Dubai's ambitious growth plans, the company is well-positioned to capture new opportunities in 2025 as we continue to shape the future of our industry and focus on delivering attractive, sustainable value to shareholders.'
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