Salik profit jumps 39% as nine-month revenues surge to Dh2.27b

Dubai: Salik Company PJSC, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, has reported a 39 per cent jump in net profit to Dh1.14 billion for the first nine months of 2025, compared with Dh822 million during the same period last year.

Total revenue climbed 38.6 per cent year-on-year to Dh2.27 billion, supported by a 36.9 per cent increase in Q3 alone, reflecting the company’s continued strong operational momentum.

Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose 42 per cent to Dh1.58 billion, delivering a robust margin of 69.6 per cent. Pre-tax profit totalled Dh1.25 billion, up 39 per cent from the previous year.

Salik attributed its strong results to the introduction of two new toll gates in November 2024, the successful rollout of variable pricing earlier this year, and the continued positive macroeconomic environment in Dubai.

In its core tolling business, total chargeable trips reached 470.5 million during the nine-month period, of which 152.2 million were recorded in Q3 2025, signalling sustained growth in road usage across the emirate.

'Economic momentum'

Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Salik, said: “Salik’s performance over the first nine months of 2025 reflects the strong economic momentum in Dubai and the emirate’s attractive investment environment, which has positioned it as a global model for business sustainability and the competitiveness of key sectors.

"The results also underscore the resilience of our operations and the scalability of our business model. Salik delivered robust top-line growth, with total revenue rising 39% year-on-year, supported by sustained increases in traffic volumes, the early benefits of variable pricing introduced in January, and a notable uplift in ancillary revenues.”

He added: “This performance is a clear testament to the success of our strategy, which combines operational excellence with disciplined execution and continuous innovation across the mobility ecosystem. It also reflects the strength of our operational and financial plans in enhancing the efficiency of smart mobility infrastructure, expanding our service offering, and delivering sustainable long-term value to our shareholders, while supporting Dubai’s vision for a diversified and sustainable economy.”

Al Tayer emphasised that Salik continues to benefit from Dubai’s solid economic fundamentals, including steady population growth, a strong tourism sector, buoyant real estate activity, and significant, well-planned infrastructure investment. He reaffirmed Salik’s commitment to advancing its digital infrastructure and investing in smart mobility solutions, in line with Dubai’s ambition to become a global leader in smart and sustainable transport.

The company’s operational performance continues to reflect Dubai’s expanding economic activity and rising mobility demand, positioning Salik as one of the UAE’s strongest infrastructure-linked businesses.