Digital Parking Tech

“The university is a series of individual entrepreneurs held together by a common grievance about parking.” Clark Kerr’s observation from his time as Chancellor of the University of California, Berkeley still rings true. Decades later, parking remains one of the most persistent sources of frustration on college and university campuses. Students circle lots looking for spaces, faculty want reliable access near offices and classrooms, visitors struggle to understand where they can park, and administrators are left balancing competing needs with limited resources. What has changed since Kerr’s era is the technology available to manage parking. Yet many universities still rely on physical permits, spreadsheets, and manual processes that no longer align with the expectations of modern campus communities. Parking has become part of the daily campus experience, and outdated systems can undermine that experience before the day even begins. University parking is inherently complex. Faculty, staff, resident students, commuters, athletes, and event attendees all have different needs, usage patterns, and expectations. Managing these demands fairly with legacy tools almost guarantees confusion and dissatisfaction. Cloud-based digital parking management platforms are built to handle this complexity. They provide flexible tools that adapt to different user groups and demand patterns, while offering online self-service for permits, payments, and renewals. Automation reduces errors, eliminates the cost and waste of physical permits, and frees parking staff from routine administrative work. Financial oversight improves as well, with automated reporting and account-level tracking across departments or campuses. Rutgers University’s digital parking management program illustrates the impact of this shift. By moving to a modern cloud-based system, the university was able to combine permit types, enable online transactions and system-wide access, improve event and guest parking, and gain real-time data for planning and pricing. Compliance improved, complaints declined, and parking became more predictable for users. For many people, parking is their first interaction with campus. Digital parking management helps ensure that experience is efficient, transparent, and far less frustrating, turning a long-standing grievance into a strategic operational advantage. Click here to read the Parking & Mobility magazine article. Chris Perry, PTMP, is the Senior Vice President of Parking Base. He can be reached at chris.perry@parkingbase.com.

Join us for a live interview where Kacey Siskind, SVP of Account Management at HONK, sits down with Linda Braak, Director of Customer Care & Planning at UC Davis, to discuss what UC Davis has learned since redefining its permit parking program and why working with HONK has made a difference.

We received so many great responses to the January/February 2026 question that we wanted to share them all!

Urban parking is evolving, and a parking reservation system is becoming the backbone of efficient, modern parking operations. Transitioning from traditional methods to a digital platform delivers significant benefits for both operators and drivers. A parking reservation system (or parking management system) is a digital solution - often a website or mobile app - that lets drivers book and pre-pay for parking spaces in advance. It provides real-time data on availability, pricing, and duration. Integrated with sensors, license-plate readers, payment machines, and other parking software, it gives users convenience while giving operators control over utilization and pricing. Why Parking Reservation Software Matters With a parking management system, operators gain real-time inventory tracking, centralized control of multiple locations, and instant capacity updates - eliminating manual juggling and overbooking. Automated workflows - contactless entry/exit, QR codes, license-plate recognition, and digital payment - streamline operations, reduce staffing needs, and cut costs. Parking management software simplifies processes and reduces friction at the gates. For customers, parking reservation software means convenience, predictability, and control. Drivers can reserve parking months, days, or hours in advance - ideal for airports, events, or downtown garages. Offering add-ons like EV charging, valet, or premium spots becomes effortless, generating extra revenue streams. Driving Revenue, Efficiency, and Satisfaction Operators using a parking reservation system have seen a 28% revenue increase, 15% cost reduction, and a 40% jump in online reservations within six months. Consolidated management across multiple lots reduces customer-service calls, cuts congestion, and improves satisfaction. The Future is Digital As parking demand grows, traditional methods can’t keep up. Modern parking software and parking management software are inexpensive, easy to install, and deliver immediate results. Upgrading to a parking reservation system provides faster booking, better utilization, higher profitability, and happier customers - transforming parking operations for the 21st century. David Sparks is the Chief Marketing Officer for Space Genius. David can be reached at dsparks@spacegenius.com.

Orikan Group has acquired UbiPark, a parking technology company headquartered in Melbourne and with a growing footprint in the US. UbiPark specialises in digital solutions for commercial property owners, parking operators and large institutional operations, maintaining a strong customer base across Australia, New Zealand, UK and the US. The agreement will see UbiPark’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mosstyn Howell join Orikan as a member of the Executive Team, bringing a team of thirteen people to Orikan’s business. Peter Neale, Orikan Chief Executive Officer, cites strong synergies between the two businesses as a key driver for the acquisition. “UbiPark’s modern set of digital technologies complement our own, broadening our technology offering in the off-street parking segment. Alongside our July acquisition of GPS USA, the acquisition of UbiPark builds on our expansion into the US market. By joining forces with UbiPark we can offer our holistic, end-to-end parking solutions to even more communities, off-street operators and institutions across Australia, New Zealand, UK and the US.” In his new role, Mosstyn Howell says the agreement will be particularly beneficial to all customers. “Our strategic partnership with Orikan marks a pivotal step forward enhancing our capabilities and accelerating investment in our technology stack to deliver smarter, more seamless solutions for our customers.” The acquisition represents a further step in Orikan’s growth strategy, expanding regional reach, combining complementary capabilities, and enhancing the technology delivered to customers.

We received so many great responses to the December 2025 question that we wanted to share them all!

Paris, France, and Miami, USA – Survision, the pioneering Franco-American company specialized in automatic vehicle recognition technologies, is proud to announce a major milestone in its history: a successful Management Buy-Out (MBO) supported by the majority fund Capital Export, secured through a €25 million investment to accelerate its growth and strengthen its position as the independent leader in License Plate Recognition (LPR) and Vehicle Identification solutions. A New Chapter of Independence and Ambition This operation marks a new phase in Survision’s strategic development. With the support of Capital Export, Survision reinforces its long-standing commitment to remain independent, standing out as one of the few LPR companies not acquired by an industrial player. “This investment allows us to pursue our vision of creating a truly open, neutral, and platform-agnostic vehicle recognition ecosystem,” said Jacques Jouannais, CEO of Survision group. “Our ambition is to become a global Vehicle Recognition Platform, seamlessly compatible with any payment or mobility system.” A Strategic Move Toward Global Leadership The new funding will accelerate Survision’s AI innovation roadmap, international expansion, and the deployment of next-generation vehicle recognition technologies that power smart cities, parking , tolling and access control worldwide. In addition, this operation provides Survision with the financial strength to pursue a build-up strategy, enabling the company to acquire and integrate other key players in the mobility sector. These targeted acquisitions will reinforce Survision’s technological edge and broaden its global footprint. Capital Export’s participation brings strategic and financial expertise to support Survision’s growth, while ensuring that its entrepreneurial DNA and technological independence remain intact. Managers and Employees at the Heart of the Adventure One of the most distinctive aspects of this MBO is that Survision’s managers and some employees are now shareholders. This collective participation embodies the company’s values of unity, authenticity, and shared success. “The fact that the team is directly invested in the company’s future gives Survision an authentic and unique energy” said Charles-Antoine Eliard, Managing Partner at Capital Export. “Our role is to provide the long-term capital and strategic support that will allow Survision’s teams to fully realize their international ambitions while preserving their independence and innovation culture.” About Survision Founded in 2001, Survision is a leading provider of Vehicle Identification and License Plate Recognition (LPR) technologies serving transportation, mobility, and security industries across more than 36 countries. The company’s proprietary camera and software solutions deliver unmatched speed, accuracy, and reliability to partners in parking, access control, tolling and smart mobility ecosystems. Survision’s vision is to create a global vehicle recognition infrastructure, empowering seamless interaction between vehicles and digital services worldwide. Website: www.survisiongroup.com Press Contact: Sofia Kuhn sku@survisiongroup.com About Capital Export Capital Export is a French private equity firm dedicated to financing and supporting the international growth of small and mid-sized companies. By combining long-term capital investment with operational expertise, Capital Export helps entrepreneurs accelerate their development abroad while maintaining strategic and operational independence. More information: https://www.capital-export.fr/en

Herzliya, Israel — Nayax Ltd. (Nasdaq: NYAX; TASE: NYAX), a global commerce enablement and payments platform designed to help merchants scale their business by simplifying payments and maximizing loyalty, announced the acquisition of Lynkwell, an AI-enabled EV Charging platform.   The acquisition reinforces Nayax’s strategy to deliver a comprehensive platform that unites payment acceptance with advanced operational management software across the verticals it serves. In EV charging, Nayax has expanded through partnerships that embed its payment technology into a range of EV charging equipment, and Lynkwell extends that strategy with a powerful, purpose-built AI enabled management software platform which has already been evaluated and approved by hundreds of utilities, funding programs, and state and government procurement contracts.   The acquisition enables Nayax partners to access Lynkwell’s full suite of products and services designed to help deploy and operate charging infrastructure across public use cases including retail, multi-family, workplace, fleet, and government settings. In addition to its strong public charging presence, Lynkwell also serves as the platform of choice for hundreds of fleets, including two of the largest fleets in North America. The platform delivers a solution to maximize both the financial and operational benefits of infrastructure investments for Nayax’s customers.   Deploying Nayax’s flexible financing solutions combined with Lynkwell’s deep industry expertise will provide customers with the capital resources needed to accelerate deployment and maximize their growth potential which will in turn support Nayax’s continued growth in the market.   “Lynkwell is an important partner in our strategy to build a comprehensive platform for EV charging,” said Aaron Greenberg, Chief Strategy Officer of Nayax. “Together we are opening the door to a more connected and intuitive charging experience, one where software and payments work in harmony to support the next generation of charging networks.”  “This acquisition represents more than a partnership; it marks a meaningful step forward for the EV charging and energy ecosystem,” said Jason Zarillo, Co-Founder of Lynkwell. “By combining Lynkwell’s advanced platform with Nayax’s global commerce capabilities, we can help set a higher standard for interoperability and innovation and support the broader transition to cleaner energy solutions for businesses and communities.”  Transaction Highlights:   Unanimous board approval from both Nayax and Lynkwell.  Implied effective purchase price of $25.9MM USD in cash at closing for 100% of the business, with an additional earnout based on certain profitability metrics within the first 12 months post-closing.  Lynkwell’s financial performance includes audited 2024 revenues of $17.1MM USD and substantial year-over-year growth.  Nayax has funded the transaction with cash on hand.  Synergies are expected from the integration of Lynkwell into Nayax’s ecosystem, enhancing both revenue and operational efficiency.   Transaction is a simultaneous sign-and-close.  About Nayax Nayax is a global commerce enablement, payments and loyalty platform designed to help merchants scale their business. Nayax offers a complete solution including localized cashless payment acceptance, management suite, and loyalty tools, enabling merchants to conduct commerce anywhere, at any time. With foundations and global leadership in serving unattended retail, Nayax has transformed into a comprehensive solution focused on our customers’ growth across multiple channels. As of September 30, 2025, Nayax has 12 global offices, approximately 1,200 employees, connections to more than 80 merchant acquirers and payment method integrations and is globally recognized as a payment facilitator. Nayax’s mission is to improve our customers’ revenue potential and operational efficiency — effectively and simply. For more information, please visit www.nayax.com.  About Lynkwell Lynkwell is a leading energy ecosystem platform focused on supporting developers and operators of renewable generation, battery storage, utilities, and microgrids with next-generation technologies via Lynkwell XChange™ . Ranked as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States for the last four years, Lynkwell’s leadership is bolstered by its top 10 nationwide cloud-based EV charging software platform which hosts dozens of EV charging networks and manages thousands of chargers. With a curated catalog of more than 500 products from leading global OEMs plus its own XLynk™ charger, Lynkwell’s unique combination of full deployment solutions and energy integrations gives all clean energy stakeholders the power to thrive. Since 2016, the company has been instrumental in establishing private and public charging solutions and supporting infrastructure to empower America’s growing clean energy revolution. ​     Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “should,” “plan,” “intend,” “estimate” and “potential,” among others. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding our intent, belief or current expectations. Forward-looking statements are based on our management’s beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to our management. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to: our expectations regarding general market conditions, including as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and other global economic trends; changes in consumer tastes and preferences; fluctuations in inflation, interest rate and exchange rates in the global economic environment; the availability of qualified personnel and the ability to retain such personnel; changes in commodity costs, labor, distribution and other operating costs; our ability to implement our growth strategy; changes in government regulation and tax matters; other factors that may affect our financial condition, liquidity and results of operations; general economic, political, demographic and business conditions in Israel, including the ongoing war in Israel that began on October 7, 2023 and global perspectives regarding that conflict; the success of operating initiatives, including advertising and promotional efforts and new product and concept development by us and our competitors; and other risk factors discussed under “Risk Factors” in our annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on March 4, 2025 (our “Annual Report”). The preceding list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all of our forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future performance, taking into account the information currently available to us. These statements are only estimates based upon our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the risks provided under “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of the particular statement. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.  Lynkwell Media Contact:   Kelly Owen Grover  Chief Marketing Officer, Lynkwell   kgrover@lynkwell.com  Nayax Public Relations Contact:   Scott Gamm   Strategy Voice Associates   Scott@strategyvoiceassociates.com    Nayax Investor Relations Contact:   Aaron Greenberg   Chief Strategy Officer   IR@nayax.com  

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