Agreement to accelerate sustainable urban mobility
Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility, the regional representative of BYD in the UAE and KSA, and Parkin, the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai, have partnered to electrify Parkin’s operational fleet, advancing the UAE’s green mobility agenda. This public-private collaboration marks a significant step towards sustainable transportation in the region.
The agreement will see 40 BYD Song Plus plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) integrated into Parkin’s fleet, enhancing efficiency, and promoting eco-friendly parking management.
This partnership brings together two industry leaders: BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle (electric and plug-in hybrid) manufacturer, and Parkin, which manages over 200,000 paid parking spaces across Dubai. The BYD Song Plus PHEVs are already in use, supporting Parkin’s inspectors and personnel, enabling faster response times and improved service quality.
Eco-conscious customers
“The line-up not only caters to the growing number of eco-conscious customers in the UAE, but also fleet operators, businesses and government entities that are keen to shift towards sustainable operations and make a tangible impact on the nation’s green strategies,” affirmed Yousuf Ali AlRaeesi, Director of Government Affairs & HSSE, Al-Futtaim Automotive.
“The integration of EV charging infrastructure is crucial to our long-term growth strategy and reflects our dedication to environmental responsibility,” asserted Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, CEO, Parkin.
Beyond fleet deployment, the partnership will expand Dubai’s EV charging infrastructure. Over the next two years, the companies will collaborate to install EV chargers in communities, multi-story facilities, and shopping malls, further encouraging the adoption of electrified vehicles and supporting the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals.
