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MIAMI, FL — Miami Parking Authority (MPA) announces the launch of ParkMobile in Miami. The leading provider of mobile parking payment products, ParkMobile will launch in Miami effective Monday, March 3, 2025. With a longstanding record in other cities in South Florida, ParkMobile will be added as an additional parking payment option alongside PayByPhone to the MPA product portfolio. ParkMobile is the leading provider of parking solutions in the U.S. Located in eight of the top 10 cities, ParkMobile prides itself on providing both cities and drivers a more efficient way to manage and pay for parking digitally. In 2021, ParkMobile was acquired by the Easy Park Group, a Sweden-based mobility solutions company. Currently, ParkMobile is recognized as a brand under the EasyPark Group name. For customers who park in Miami, the convenience is unmatched. ParkMobile and PayByphone users can pay for parking using the same location number. In addition, Miami residents will continue to enjoy the resident discounted parking rate when they register with MPA, ensuring that the benefits of the existing system are not lost with the addition of ParkMobile. “When MPA launched PayByPhone in Miami about 16 years ago, the decision was rooted in deriving a benefit to the customer, meaning a seamless, quick, and easy way to pay for parking,” said Alejandra “Alex” Argudin, Chief Executive Officer. “That purpose remains unwavering today. Considering the city’s rapid growth rate, transformation, and traffic challenges, adopting ParkMobile will afford customers an additional payment option, help enhance urban mobility, and increase consumer engagement.” The process is designed to be as user-friendly as possible for the consumer. When they pull into a space, they can easily open either the ParkMobile or PayByPhone app, select the location number, set the time, and begin parking, all with a few simple smartphone taps. Download either app. “We’re on a mission to make cities more livable by providing advanced parking and mobility solutions that further enhance and improve a city’s overall infrastructure,” said David Holler, vice president of sales at ParkMobile. “We’re thrilled to be expanding in southern Florida to provide more access and choice to Miami visitors and residents.” Both apps will continue to offer customers the benefit of sending notifications before the parking session expires. By sending an alert before the session expires, parkers will know precisely when the time will run out, avoiding citations. About Miami Parking Authority MPA is committed to unlocking the potential of deploying breakthrough technology to make the parking experience easier, enhance urban mobility, and forging public-private initiatives that foster economic development. Officially known as the Department of Off-Street Parking of the City of Miami, the MPA was created in 1955 by a Special Act of the Florida State Legislature and incorporated into the City of Miami's Charter in 1968. For more information about MPA, please visit www.miamiparking.com and follow us on IG @mpacommunity, FB @miamiparking, and X @miamiparking. To register for the resident discount program, please visit  https://www.miamiparking.com/resident-discount/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/miami-parking-authority/posts/?feedView=all About ParkMobile ParkMobile, LLC is the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America and part of the global parking tech company, EasyPark Group. With the vision to make cities more livable, EasyPark Group owns and develops the apps EasyPark, ParkMobile,RingGo and Park-line, and operates in over 3,200 cities across more than 20 countries. ParkMobile offers digital solutions to quickly find and pay for on-street and off-street parking via a mobile device. The company also offers parking reservations at stadiums, venues, and metro area garages. ParkMobile’s technology is used in thousands of locations across the U.S., including 8 of the top 10 cities, as well as college campuses and airports. ParkMobile has been named to the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Pacesetter Award list, the Atlanta JournalConstitution's Top Workplaces and won the 2022 Stevie Awards for Best Mobile On-Demand Application. Visit ParkMobile.io or @ParkMobile on Twitter for the latest news and information. For EasyPark Group news, visit easyparkgroup.com. MEDIA CONTACT: MPA: Margarita Rohaidy Delgado, margarita@mrd-consulting.com or (305) 336-6267 ParkMobile: Haley Haas, haley.haas@parkmobile.io.

London, UK / Kyiv, Ukraine - Parkopedia and AWT Bavaria Ukraine, in conjunction with BMW AG, have completed the integration of 4,272 Ukrainian charge points into selected BMW models and the MyBMW app, improving the driving and charging experience for BMW EV drivers in the country. This new partnership enables AWT Bavaria Ukraine, the official importer for the BMW Group in Ukraine and Parkopedia to ensure the greatest possible convenience for their EV drivers in the second-largest country in Europe. The addition of accurate and comprehensive charge point information in Ukraine plays a significant role in facilitating the transition to EVs in this important emerging market. The integration allows EV drivers to easily find the nearest charging stations on their desired routes and select their favourite charging providers via their vehicles and the MyBMW app. Drivers can access information on the exact location and features of the charging station, plus, verify the availability of free chargers, saving them time and reducing any associated charging anxiety. EV sales continue to increase in developed markets, with some of the highest growth rates witnessed in emerging markets, such as Ukraine, where historic uptake has been low. Parkopedia is supporting BMW AG and AWT Bavaria Ukraine to roll out charging coverage in emerging markets, as part of our global EV Charging product. Highlighting the value of this partnership, Markus Dohl, VP of Sales Europe at Parkopedia, said: “This latest partnership demonstrates our continued focus on enabling EV drivers to locate and navigate to their desired charging locations around the world. In-car EV charging data plays a pivotal role in emerging EV markets and is crucial in facilitating the uptake of EVs in Ukraine. We are honoured to provide this service in the country, which wouldn’t be possible without the collaboration of our local CPO partners.” Erik Berning, CEO of AWT Bavaria, added: “We always strive to provide our customers with the best driving experience possible, and this partnership with Parkopedia is an important step in this direction. By expanding access to charging stations and providing information about them, we are making electric car ownership even more convenient and affordable. Such important partnerships help to contribute to the development of environmentally friendly mobility in Ukraine and improve the experience of electric vehicle usage.” This in-market service is powered by innovative CPO partners: YASNO E-Mobility, TOKA and Ecofactor (including the local IONITY network), along with GO TO-U, who has previously collaborated with Parkopedia on additional EV charging services. About Parkopedia Parkopedia is the leading connected car services provider used by automakers, organizations and millions of drivers around the world. Parkopedia helps drivers find and pay for parking, EV charging, fuel and tolls across 90 countries. Parkopedia is also developing highly detailed indoor maps and corresponding algorithms to help drivers and self-driving vehicles navigate to available parking spaces and EV chargers. Visit business.parkopedia.com for more information. About AWT Bavaria Ukraine AWT Bavaria is the official importer of the BMW Group in Ukraine, representing BMW, BMW Motorrad, BMW ALPINA, MINI, INEOS, Rolls-Royce and Aston Martin, ready to shape the future of PREMIUM mobility in Ukraine. Parkopedia Global Media Contact Adam Calland Marketing Director T: +44(0)7838219129 E: adam.calland@parkopedia.com AWT Bavaria Ukraine Media Contact Tetiana Abramova Senior Specialist Public and Media Relations T: +380(50) 444 77 65 E: TAbramova@awt.ua

Austin, TX — Flash, the leader in parking and mobility technology, today announced the hiring of Jim Zeitunian as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Over his decades-long career, Zeitunian has led the transformation of hardware and software firms into AI-forward technology innovators. As CTO of Flash, he will drive innovation and advancement of the digital parking ecosystem powering Flash’s parking management platform. "Now is a pivotal time in parking and mobility innovation, and Jim's track record of modernizing legacy industries through AI and cloud technologies aligns perfectly with Flash's vision," said Dan Sharplin, Flash's CEO and Chairman. "His expertise in scaling AI platforms will accelerate our transformation of the parking experience, from expanding our AI-enabled Vision camera network to deepening integrations with consumer apps like ParkMobile. Jim's leadership will be instrumental in building the intelligent mobility infrastructure of tomorrow." Zeitunian joins Flash with a distinguished career in technology leadership, including most recently as CTO of Powerfleet, where he transitioned a traditional fleet management business into a data-driven SaaS powerhouse. Earlier in his career, he developed enterprise SaaS platforms at Coupa Software and Thomson Reuters, gaining unique insight into scaling complex technology ecosystems for Fortune 500 businesses. "The parking industry is ready for an AI-driven revolution, and as a pioneer in parking and mobility technology, Flash has positioned itself to lead it," said Zeitunian. "We’re creating an intelligent parking network that will fundamentally change how people and vehicles move through urban spaces. The opportunity to join Flash's talented team to scale this vision globally is incredibly exciting." In the CTO role, Zeitunian assumes leadership of Flash's global engineering, product management and design, and quality assurance teams and reports to Flash president Chris Donus. Priorities include expanding Flash's AI capabilities across its product portfolio, scaling the company's cloud-based operating system to support growing transaction volumes, and accelerating the integration of parking, EV charging, and mobility services into a unified digital experience. About Flash Flash is a pioneering technology company bringing seamless parking and EV charging experiences to drivers through a first-of-its-kind digital ecosystem. Flash’s platform connects reservable parking and charging in the apps drivers use every day with garage, surface lot, event, and valet parking locations — connected and controlled via a cloud-based operating system with unrivaled intelligence. Customer-obsessed brands partner with Flash to deliver digital, easy-to-use, reliable, and increasingly frictionless experiences to drivers eager to pay for a solution that eliminates wasted time, excess emissions, and stress from driving. The solution has arrived. Visit www.flashparking.com to learn more.

Crafting a New Model for the Future

How Autonomous Vehicles Will Transform Urban Mobility

IPMI’s new year is off to a fantastic start, and we couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead.

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Los Angeles, CA – Get My Parking ("GMP" or the “Company”), a global leader in interoperable smart parking solutions, IoT and AI innovation, LPR, and EV software serving the parking and mobility industry, proudly announces the appointment of Chris Walters, as Director of Customer Success, North America. This strategic move comes as GMP experiences unprecedented growth across the continent driven by widespread adoption of its white-labeled, mobile-enabled, app-based, and app-free solutions for owners, operators, technology partners, and value-added resellers operating and supporting diverse use-cases in gated and gateless environments. A proud US Veteran with a decade of experience in hospitality, parking management, and the application of emerging technology, Walters has a deep background in operations management, business administration, and driving revenue growth across multiple sectors. In his new role, he will work collaboratively with GMP’s clients, key account management and product teams, and technology partners, championing myriad initiatives to help drive client success through increased adoption of Get My Parking's innovative IoT solutions. Walters’ industry journey started at Denver International Airport working for a private operator at a high-profile, high-volume location serving DIA. Focusing on customer service and revenue growth, he established new processes and service initiatives for his team members, consistently driving visitor volumes and customer retention.  From there, he transitioned into a technology-focused role, leading successful deployments and adoption initiatives in data analytics and parking compliance, optimizing efficiencies, customer satisfaction, best practices, and client revenues, thus solidifying Walters’ reputation as an emerging leader in customer success. “In my experience, Get My Parking is the preeminent technology leader in our industry,” said Walters.  “I am thrilled to be blending my professional and operational capabilities, coupled with my passion for people and technology in collaboration with GMP’s rapidly expanding list of distinguished clientele.  The firm’s infinite investment in human capital, skilled development resources and innovation is truly unsurpassed.  With an emphasis on process improvement and operational excellence, together, we will navigate our industry’s ever-changing paradigms, fostering location and revenue growth, one operation at a time," remarked Walters. "Chris's service-minded approach, equitable demeanor, and practical experience in parking management and technology make him the ideal ambassador to help our Company and clients navigate the complexities of today's urban mobility landscape,” said Steve Resnick, CAPP, President, North America, at GMP. “Bringing Chris into this role enables us to move Chris Cognetta, his predecessor, over to support our VAR initiative in a dedicated “partner success” capacity, underscoring GMP’s commitment to bringing top-tier talent into our organization and highlighting our confidence in the ability of these two industry professionals to nurture GMP client and partner success, respectively,” added Resnick. At Get My Parking, we are reshaping the industry through the use of our innovative suite of AI-driven software solutions. With Chris Walters joining our team and his stewardship in service and support of our clients, we will capitalize on GMP’s core differentiators to drive client success and revenue growth, now and into the future. About Get My Parking Get My Parking is a global software firm serving the parking and mobility industry. Using AI to increase accountability and transform user experiences, the Company turns legacy hardware, software, and systems into Intelligent Mobility Hubs with minimal upfront costs. GMP’s IoT Smart Parking solutions offer a hardware-light, CAPEX-light alternative to traditional PARCS equipment, seamlessly integrating with myriad third-party technologies in gated and gateless environments.  This enables a future-proof technology roadmap built for GMP’s clients’ brand(s).  Parking facility owners and operators embrace GMP’s embedded digital marketing and branding capacities for customer engagement, loyalty, and enhanced revenue generation. For more information, visit: https://www.getmyparking.com/ Contact: Chirag Jain CEO & Founder Get My Parking

Over the past several years, urban curb space has emerged as one of the cities’ most valuable and contested resources.

In-Parking, a pioneer in AI-driven parking intelligence solutions, is thrilled to announce its integration with Passport, the technology leader in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions. This partnership marks a significant milestone as In-Parking seeks to further support the efforts of industry solution providers and their clients to harness the power of their parking data. This alliance will enable all Passport users to enhance their data capture and analysis opportunities. The In-Parking SIGHT platform will integrate seamlessly with Passport’s compliance, payment, and permitting solutions to gain greater insights into operations and facilitate actionable, data-driven decisions and policies. This collaboration will be a game changer for the more than 800 cities, private operators, and other organizations relying on Passport’s platform. In-Parking SIGHT is a revolutionary business intelligence solution designed to offer parking owners and operators a comprehensive view of their operations, allowing them to utilize their existing data to make informed decisions and maximize their operations. The integration with Passport’s cutting-edge parking technology solutions will significantly expand opportunities for Passport users to track real-time and historical data with dynamic graphs, heat maps, and an extensive list of dashboards. In-Parking CEO Santiago Morales stated, “Our partnership with Passport is an exciting opportunity for In-Parking and Passport alike. Passport’s leadership in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions perfectly complements our mission to provide actionable insights for parking owners and operators. Together, we are helping clients optimize their parking operations, staffing, revenues, and more.” In-Parking's commitment to innovation and excellence, combined with Passport’s advanced solutions, provides unparalleled value to parking operators across the country. In-Parking SIGHT’s agnostic approach to data ensures seamless collaboration with industry leaders like Passport, enabling the expansion of parking intelligence tools for clients across various sectors.   About In-Parking In-Parking is a leading provider of AI-driven parking intelligence solutions, empowering clients with actionable insights to optimize parking operations. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, In-Parking delivers cutting-edge technologies that transform the way parking assets are managed and utilized. Visit www.in-parking.com to learn more. About Passport Passport is the technology leader in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions. By helping cities integrate paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one software solution, Passport provides the only platform that connects the complexities of mobility to efficiently manage and monetize the curb. From mobile payments to citation issuance, permitting technology and more, Passport is empowering cities of all sizes with better insights to improve parking turnover, expand revenue opportunities, and create better compliance. Passport is trusted by more than 800 clients across North America.

Who would have thought something as mundane as parking could ignite such a boom in the tech world? We’ve come a long way from punching holes in tickets and counting cars on our toes. The idea of effortlessly gliding into a parking garage—without even glancing at an entry device—once felt as futuristic as flying cars and robotic maids. And yet, here we are—zipping in without a care in the world, our cars recognized automatically, payments handled invisibly, and spaces reserved with a tap on our phones. Behind this seamless experience lies strategic collaboration that has driven this growth. As an industry, letting go of rigid proprietary thinking opened the door of innovation. Through partnerships, we’ve been able to bring these advancements to life, with the goal of enhancing the user experience. Collective efforts between technology providers, asset owners and Operators have elevated parking into a meaningful player in tech. Each has a role in shaping the future of this ever-evolving industry—and the journey is just beginning! We depend on our technology partners to understand the market and identify trends shaping our industry. They’ve risen to the challenge, delivering powerful AI-driven solutions, frictionless options, and dynamic messaging systems that ensure every parker can find their perfect space, so no driver is left behind… But it’s not just about a cool story bro, these technologies must also be intuitive, reliable, and scalable to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our dynamic industry. Collaboration with asset and ownership groups that prioritize future customer needs is the key to success. While mindful spending is important, investing in a strong foundation today allows us to redefine the parking experience and maximize future revenues. And let’s not forget the operators. They navigate the complexities of managing multiple systems while balancing the delicate relationships between technology providers, ownership groups, and the public. As the front line to customers, their efforts ensure the smooth operation of the ecosystem. Together, as technology partners, asset owners, and operators, we are shaping parking into an industry driven by innovation, collaboration, and growth. The future holds endless possibilities, so bring out your folding chairs and cigar boxes, filled with popcorn, and watch the show! Liz Young, is the Vice President, Solutions Engineering for FAAC Parking Solutions. Liz can be reached at Liz.Young@faactechnologies.com.

Charlotte, NC – Passport, the technology leader in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions, demonstrated impressive growth in 2024, with continued momentum anticipated in 2025 and beyond. The Charlotte-based company has processed over 235MM transactions and $3.5B in curbside payments across paid citations, mobile payments, and parking permits. Passport’s daily peak transaction volume is ten times greater than the peak experienced by the largest publicly traded financial institutions in the U.S. Data also revealed that one in five Americans has interacted with at least one of Passport’s products, showcasing the company’s growing impact nationwide. The company’s growth also underscores cities' increasing importance on parking compliance and convenient payment solutions. Over the past 18 months, Passport has launched its parking compliance software in over 40 cities. More than half of these launches were with new clients, generating over $12 million in compliance and payments revenue on their behalf. Passport recently launched its advanced Photo Enforcement solution in five U.S. locations, including Atlanta’s Ponce City Market. The company also rolled out its integrated payments software in 43 locations, including its meter and pay station payment processing solution. “2024 was an exciting year and a culmination of what we've built over the last fifteen years. In many ways, our team got back to the basics and settled in to drive creative approaches and solutions that help cities solve complex problems at the curb,” said Khristian Gutierrez, co-founder and CEO of Passport. “Passport is committed to partnering with cities to understand their unique needs to deliver tools that make their lives, and the lives of their communities, more convenient and efficient.” The City and County of Denver, Colorado, recently partnered with Passport to upgrade its parking compliance and permitting technology. “Our partnership with Passport has enabled us to enhance our processes and innovate to improve compliance and provide better experiences for our residents and visitors,” said Nina Black, City and County of Denver. Another significant milestone announced in 2024 was the expansion of Passport’s Partner Marketplace, a robust partner ecosystem that makes it easier for cities to manage multiple curbside offerings through one platform. The Marketplace includes over 60 partner integrations with leading technology providers like Automotus and Cleverciti and private operators like LAZ Parking, who help cities launch Passport products and solutions. “At Passport, we’re committed to empowering our clients with a future-proof environment. Our modular, API-driven architecture allows us to scale storage and compute resources on-demand, enabling us to support over 850 transactions per second,” said Gene Rohrwasser, CTO of Passport. “This ensures that cities can grow without worrying about infrastructure limitations, giving them the confidence to focus on enhancing their services and building smarter, more connected communities.” Passport supports more than 800 cities and private operators and has processed over $3.5B in curbside payments. For more information, including best practices, resources, and other reports, visit https://www.passportinc.com/. About Passport Passport is the technology leader in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions. By helping cities integrate paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one software solution, Passport provides the only platform that connects the complexities of mobility to efficiently manage and monetize the curb. From mobile payments to citation issuance, permitting technology, and more, Passport empowers cities of all sizes with better insights to improve parking turnover, expand revenue opportunities, and create better compliance. Passport is trusted by more than 800 clients across North America. Media Contact: Aimee Eichelberger Aimee@983group.com