Salik, the exclusive operator of Dubai’s toll gate system, announced robust financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2025, reflecting continued growth in both revenues and profitability.

The company reported total revenues of approximately AED 3.096 billion in 2025, representing a 35.1% year-on-year increase. The strong performance was primarily supported by higher traffic volumes across Salik’s toll network and the continued expansion of mobility-related services.

Operational Expansion Driving Growth

Salik’s positive results were largely driven by several key developments, including the full-year contribution from two new toll gates that began operations in November 2024, as well as the successful implementation of Dubai’s flexible road toll pricing system introduced in January 2025.

These initiatives helped improve traffic management and optimize road usage across the emirate, contributing to a rise in the number of chargeable trips across the toll network.

During 2025, the number of revenue-generating trips reached 639.1 million, including 168.6 million trips recorded in the fourth quarter alone, reflecting strong and consistent mobility demand across Dubai.

Significant Increase in Traffic Volumes

Total trips passing through Salik gates, including discounted journeys, reached 852.7 million trips in 2025, marking a 33.6% increase compared with 2024.

In the fourth quarter alone, traffic reached 224.3 million trips, highlighting sustained momentum in mobility demand driven by Dubai’s growing population, strong tourism activity, and expanding economic sectors.

The flexible toll pricing system also contributed to distributing traffic more efficiently between peak and off-peak hours.

Strong Growth in Toll Revenue

Revenue from toll usage recorded significant growth throughout 2025, reaching AED 2.736 billion, representing a 37.3% year-on-year increase.

In the fourth quarter, toll revenue alone totaled AED 724 million, up 27% compared with the same period in the previous year.

This growth was largely driven by increased traffic volumes across the toll network, the operation of the new toll gates, and the continued positive impact of the flexible toll pricing system.

Diversifying Revenue Streams

Alongside its core toll collection business, Salik continued expanding additional revenue streams through strategic partnerships within the mobility and digital services sectors.

Additional revenues reached AED 24 million in 2025, supported by parking solutions developed in partnership with Emaar Malls and Parkonic, as well as expanded collaboration with Liva Group.

Meanwhile, revenue from Salik tag activation increased 14.8% to AED 46.9 million, supported by an 8.7% rise in registered vehicles during the year.

Strong Profitability and Operational Efficiency

Salik maintained strong profitability, with EBITDA reaching AED 2.143 billion in 2025, representing a 35.8% increase year-on-year, and delivering a robust EBITDA margin of 69.2%.

Net profit after tax reached AED 1.553 billion, reflecting the company’s efficient operational model and sustained financial strength.

Management Commentary

Ibrahim Sultan Al Haddad, Chief Executive Officer of Salik, said:

“Salik delivered strong results in the 2025 financial year, once again demonstrating the strength of our operating model and our continued progress in achieving our strategic ambitions. Total trips increased by 33.6% year-on-year, while toll revenue grew by 37.3%, supported by the operation of two new toll gates and the continued positive impact of the flexible toll pricing system.

Our core toll collection business continues to perform strongly, alongside disciplined expansion in ancillary revenues, supported by the growth of Salik’s digital ecosystem and mobility partnerships, including collaborations with Emaar Malls, Parkonic, and Liva.

Looking ahead to 2026, Salik will continue expanding through our recently signed 10-year agreement with Dubai Airports, which will further strengthen our role in Dubai’s future mobility infrastructure. In addition, Salik is advancing next-generation EV charging solutions through collaborations with Schneider Electric and Vcharge, while also enabling seamless fuel and service payments through our partnership with ENOC.

These initiatives support the development of Salik’s integrated mobility ecosystem and drive sustainable long-term growth.”

Shareholder Returns

Reflecting the company’s strong financial performance, Salik’s Board of Directors proposed total dividend distributions of AED 890.3 million to be paid in the first half of 2026, equivalent to 11.87 fils per share.

This includes AED 782.5 million in regular dividends, representing 100% of net profit from the second half of 2025, in addition to AED 107.8 million in special dividends from retained earnings.

Positive Outlook for the Future

With Dubai continuing to experience strong economic expansion, population growth, and tourism activity, Salik remains well positioned for future growth.

The company is actively investing in innovative mobility solutions and expanding strategic partnerships, reinforcing its role as a key contributor to Dubai’s smart and sustainable transportation ecosystem.