Time Out Dubai :Dubai’s largest provider of paid public parking has introduced hundreds of new curb and pole cameras at some of the busiest spots in the city.

Parkin is installing more than 500 curb-side and pole cameras near the World Trade Centre, Burj Khalifa and at Al Corniche.

The curb-side cameras are the first of their kind in the region and will be able to automatically read number plates, detect entry and exit times, enable auto-payment of fees and identify any parking violations.

All cameras will be solar-powered and support real-time monitoring of spaces as well as automatic payments.

Parkin says that the rollout of new cameras should improve the availability of spaces and reduce congestion. The company says that the real-time occupancy tracking and automated enforcement will improve turnover of spaces and lead to more efficient parking management.

Both systems will be fully integrated within the Parkin App, enabling auto-payment through Parkin Wallet.

Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, said: “Adopting advanced smart technologies remains central to how Parkin continues to enhance parking management across Dubai.

“This rollout marks an important step in scaling our smart parking infrastructure and strengthening how customers interact with parking across the emirate.

“We remain focused on enabling more efficient access to parking and ensuring seamless management for customers across every aspect of their parking journey, while supporting Dubai’s vision for smarter and more connected urban mobility.”

Parkin says that these new cameras are part of the first phase of a wider rollout. It aims to cut down on time spent searching for spaces, reduce the risk of fines and enable auto-payments

The first phase transforms parking into a faster, more predictable experience for customers by reducing time spent searching for spaces, lowering the risk of fines, and enabling seamless, auto-payments through the Parkin app.

In Dubai, it supports smoother traffic flow and more efficient use of urban space, reinforcing the city’s vision for smart, connected mobility while enhancing everyday convenience for residents and visitors alike.

Users are encouraged to download the Parkin app, available on iOS, Android and Huawei.