Parkin Company has partnered with master developer Arada to introduce its first smart paid parking system at Aljada in Sharjah, expanding its technology-enabled parking network into developer-led communities in the emirate.
The system will become operational on July 15, 2026, using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology to provide a ticketless parking experience while improving parking management for residents and visitors across the mixed-use development.
The rollout will cover designated on-street, off-street and selected retail parking locations. Residents will continue to use parking allocations specified in their Sale and Purchase Agreements or Title Deeds, while additional parking will be managed under the new paid parking system. Parking tariffs and seasonal subscription options will be available in eligible areas.
The partnership forms part of Parkin’s strategy to expand its smart parking platform through collaborations with leading developers across the UAE, complementing its existing public parking operations.
Under the new system, on-street parking along Aljada’s East Boulevard will cost $1.72 (AED 6.30) per hour, inclusive of VAT, and operate 24 hours a day. Designated off-street parking areas and parking lots will be charged at $1.14 (AED 4.20) per hour, inclusive of VAT, between 8:00 AM and midnight.
Visitors to retail parking facilities at The Boulevard, Tiraz and Misk will receive the first two hours free, after which a fee of $2.72 (AED 10) per hour will apply.
Eng. Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali CEO – Parkin
“Our partnership with Arada is another important step in extending Parkin’s smart parking solutions to one of the UAE’s fastest-growing communities. By combining advanced technology with efficient parking management, we will enable a more seamless experience for residents and visitors while ensuring parking resources are used more effectively as Aljada continues to grow.”
Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada, said that, “The launch of Parkin’s smart parking system at Aljada reflects our commitment to bringing best-in-class services to our communities and enhancing the everyday experience of our residents and visitors. Aljada has grown into one of the most dynamic urban destinations in the UAE, a place where tens of thousands of people live, work, study and spend their leisure time every day. A community operating at that scale deserves infrastructure of the same standard, and this partnership with Parkin delivers exactly that.”
Residents will be able to manage subscriptions through Parkin’s digital platform, while visitors can make payments using the company’s existing digital payment channels. Parkin said the system is designed to simplify parking, improve space availability and support Aljada’s long-term growth.
