EMcard: parking, charging, tickets, and investment opportunity
13/05/2025
13/05/2025
EMcard, the company behind the innovative QRpark system, is constantly expanding its parking solutions, most recently with electric vehicle charging and ticket sales services. QRpark works as a web application without the need for installation or registration, and in less than two years it has been adopted by nearly a hundred locations across Slovakia. You can now invest in this Žilina-based company focused on smart city solutions in the form of a loan and earn double-digit annual returns.
In cities with high traffic density, the system allows parking spaces to be divided into zones with individual tariffs, thereby improving vehicle rotation through higher fees in exposed areas and freeing up the most sought-after spaces. Municipalities appreciate that parking revenues contribute to the maintenance of roads, public spaces, and the development of tourist trails. In addition, this model is highly profitable and scalable for the company itself. This is precisely what has the potential to attract investors – that the company knows how to make money and move forward – for example, to the Czech Republic.
Traditional parking machines are available for users, where they can pay by cash or card. The QRpark system, on the other hand, simplifies parking for those who prefer digital solutions – there is no need to install an app or register. This approach was introduced precisely because they recognized the frustration of people who, upon arriving at a new destination, had to download new apps and create their own accounts in order to pay for parking. What's more, when paying via QRpark, users only pay the actual price for parking – with no hidden fees or additional service charges.
The open QRpark platform integrates with municipal and transport systems via more than ten interfaces, facilitating connection to public transport, information and parking solutions. The use of this solution is therefore not limited to parking services. It also has potential in public transport and other sub-segments.
Fixed return – interest rate of 8% p.a. + 12M EURIBOR will be paid to investors semi-annually.
Investor bonus – in addition to interest, investors will also receive an annual bonus of 0.6% of the sales achieved*. (* more info in the financial analysis or in the questions section)
Gradual repayment of investments from contracts with municipalities and business partners – semi-annual principal repayments starting in the 18th month, with the initial period focused on company growth.
Comprehensive investment security – notarial deed, lien on receivables and movable property. The investment is guaranteed by EMWare and EMlines, companies with a long track record of positive financial results.
In the future, the company plans to focus on linking parking with electric vehicle charging – the Park and Charge concept, which is being developed by EM CARD, will offer premium spaces with chargers and other additional services. Their technology, which enables the sale of parking tickets, is flexible and easily adaptable, opening up possibilities for expansion with additional services. For example, a user arriving at a parking lot can easily pay for parking, charge their electric car, and purchase tickets to local attractions such as castles or museums—all in one place and in one system.
The company plans to strengthen its position in the Slovak market and expand into the Czech and Polish markets, with the investment from Crowdberry investors financing the purchase and operation of payment machines, parking terminals, charging clusters, and software.
The investment is in the form of a secured loan. From the 18th month onwards, it will be gradually repaid to investors from income generated by the rental and sale of parking facilities. The investment is secured by property (parking facilities), receivables from partners, shares in EMcard, and repayment is guaranteed by sister companies EMWare and EMlines.
You can read more about EMcard at hnonline.sk
*Investments involve the risk of partial or total loss of the money invested. Your investment is not covered by the deposit protection scheme.