Parkin to manage smart parking at select Spinneys, Waitrose stores

Parkin has signed an agreement to manage parking facilities at six Spinneys and Waitrose supermarkets across the city, as part of efforts to ease congestion and improve access at busy retail locations.

Under the deal, Dubai's public parking operator will use its automated access and enforcement systems at the selected stores.

Shoppers will be offered two hours of free parking, after which a charge of AED 10 per hour will apply, a move aimed at improving space availability and turnover.

The sites will be equipped with Parkin’s digital technology and integrated into the company’s mobile app, allowing customers to pay via their phones.

Parkin’s chief executive, Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, said the agreement supports the company’s wider goal of improving mobility and convenience at key destinations across Dubai. He said the combination of complimentary parking and smart systems would help deliver a smoother experience for shoppers.

Spinneys chief executive Sunil Kumar said reliable parking access was essential to customer satisfaction, particularly at high-traffic stores. He said partnering with Parkin would help improve traffic flow and make visits more convenient for customers.

The agreement covers selected locations operated by Spinneys and Waitrose, and reflects a growing use of managed parking solutions at retail sites across Dubai as footfall continues to rise.