Salik, the exclusive operator of Dubai’s road toll system, announced on Thursday a significant increase in its financial performance for the first nine months of 2025. The company reported a 38.6% year-on-year rise in revenue, reaching AED 2.275 billion. Its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) grew by 42% to AED 1.583 billion, while net profit jumped by 39.1% to AED 1.14 billion.

This strong performance is largely attributed to the successful operation of two new toll gates launched in November 2024, and the implementation of a flexible toll pricing system that was rolled out at the end of January 2025. These moves, coupled with favorable economic conditions in Dubai, have significantly boosted Salik’s operations.

In its core toll collection business, Salik recorded 470.5 million charged trips in the first nine months of the year, including 152.2 million trips in the third quarter alone.

“The company’s performance during this period reflects Dubai’s robust economic growth and its status as a global model for sustainable business and competitiveness in key sectors,” said Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of Salik. “It also highlights the strength of Salik’s operations and the scalability of our flexible business model.”

Al Tayer noted that revenue growth has been especially strong, supported by increased traffic volumes and the successful rollout of the flexible tolling system, along with a notable rise in non-toll revenue streams.

Echoing this sentiment, Salik CEO Ibrahim Sultan Al Haddad emphasized the company’s continued success in delivering on its strategic goals. “Our strong performance in the first nine months of 2025 reflects our firm developmental direction,” he said. “The total number of trips increased by approximately 38% year-on-year, while toll usage fees rose by around 42%—thanks to the addition of two new gates, the positive impact of the flexible pricing system, and Dubai’s solid economic fundamentals, including steady population growth and strong tourism flows.”

Salik’s results highlight the growing importance of infrastructure innovation in supporting Dubai’s expanding urban and economic landscape. The company’s ability to adapt and scale amid rising demand positions it as a vital player in the city’s ongoing transformation.