Agreement to support new air taxi infrastructure and seamless mobility
Parkin Company PJSC and Skyports Infrastructure have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of air taxi infrastructure across Dubai. The partnership aims to improve urban mobility and support Dubai’s green and autonomous transport goals by integrating air taxis into the city’s transport system.
Air Taxi and Vertiport Infrastructure
Powered by electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology, air taxis promise a faster, greener way to travel and reduce congestion on Dubai’s roads. Vertiport, a specialized infrastructure for air taxis, allows these vehicles to take off, land and perform maintenance while providing a seamless experience for passengers.
Parkin, Dubai’s largest provider of public parking facilities, will work with Skyports to develop vertical ports at some of its parking facilities. Parkin’s advanced technological capabilities in access control, payment systems and customer service will be leveraged to provide parking and access to these new sites.
Duncan Walker, CEO of Skyports Infrastructure, said: “Our partnership with Parkin, Dubai’s exclusive provider of vertical port infrastructure, brings together two companies with highly complementary assets and operations. Leveraging Parkin’s comprehensive footprint will open opportunities to develop vertical port infrastructure across the city and accelerate the adoption of integrated multi-modal transportation solutions.”
Supporting Dubai’s transport strategy
The MoU between Parkin and Skyports supports Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Joby Aviation’s plans to launch the world’s first commercial air taxi network by 2026. The collaboration is also in line with Dubai’s Smart Autonomous Mobility Strategy 2030. Electric cars and self-driving cars.
Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, said: “This groundbreaking partnership with Skyports demonstrates Parkin’s market-leading capabilities, proven track record of innovation and commitment to executing our growth strategy. As Dubai’s largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services, Parkin is playing a systematic role in enabling mobility to support the emirate’s expansion plans.”
A Complex Vision for Dubai
This agreement marks an important step towards a future where various modes of transport are seamlessly integrated. By combining Parkin’s established parking network with Skyports’ vertical port expertise, Dubai will offer new transport options for residents and visitors alike.
As part of the long-term agreement, Parkin holds exclusive rights to operate public parking services across Dubai, including both on-street and multi-storey parking facilities. These strategic advantages allow Parkin to expand its services to support the future of air taxis and other advanced transportation technologies.
Both companies share a commitment to sustainability, and this partnership is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping Dubai’s mobility landscape.
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