Al Jahra Court Complex, 2314 spaces
AL JAHRA, KUWAIT
The Al Jahra Court Complex in Kuwait houses 80 courtrooms along with legal offices and public service areas.
Parking is provided in a building with a footprint of 50 x 100 m and a height above grade of 35 m.
It consists of 3 basement levels and 4 podium levels with a conventional ramp garage above which 11 levels of automated parking are placed. All vehicular entry and exit are provided at grade level.
A key highlight is the 11 level integrated automated parking facility, supplied by Robotic Parking Systems USA, which holds the Guinness World Record as the world’s largest automated parking system with 2,314 spaces.
Developer: Amiri Diwan, Kuwait | Architect: Pace | Year Completed: 2017 | Operations & Maintenance: since 10/2017 to present
Property Type
Government
Parking Levels
12
Parking Spaces
2314
Peak Capacity
425 cars/hr
IMPLEMENTATION
The Al Jahra Court Complex in Kuwait features the world’s largest automatic parking system, RPS 1000, a marvel of engineering and innovation that has earned Robotic Parking Systems the prestigious Guinness World Record. The company was recognized for the “Largest Automated Parking Facility” in February 2018, marking the second time it achieved such an honor. This groundbreaking project was commissioned by the Amiri Diwan of Kuwait, the office of the Emir of Kuwait, with M.A.Kharafi & Sons serving as the general contractor.
Robotic Parking Systems undertook the comprehensive development of the Al Jahra Court’s parking infrastructure, encompassing the design, manufacturing of machinery and automation, installation, initiation of operations, and ongoing maintenance to date. The result is a state-of-the-art automatic parking system boasting an impressive 2,314 parking spaces catering to the public as well as judges and administrative personnel. What sets this state-of-the-art facility apart is its combination of 684 concrete ramp parking spaces and an additional 2,314 automated spaces, integrated within the same building envelope. The high-density capability allows the Robotic Parking System to deliver more than 3 times the number of parking spaces compared to the traditional parking.
…Robotic Parking Systems, Inc. was the sole source of the delivery, installation and commissioning of the project (not acting in a consortium). Robotic Parking Systems, Inc. also carried out the daily operations and maintenance d of the system since. M/s Robotic Parking Systems Inc. has been performed its scope of works efficiently and satisfactorily…
INNOVATION
The operational efficiency of the Al Jahra Court’s automatic parking system is truly remarkable.
The RPS 1000 System achieves a peak capacity of 425 cars per hour, supported by 12 entry/exit terminals strategically positioned at grade level allowing the shortest possible walking distance to the court building. This translates to an astonishing capacity to process up to 7 vehicles per minute, offering users a swift and seamless parking experience. Notably, the system also exceeds performance benchmarks, including an average retrieval time of 177 seconds, and surpassing the contractual requirement of 400 cars per hour.
The cutting-edge automation implemented by Robotic Parking Systems ensures that users experience a hassle-free parking process. The seamless integration of robotics and advanced machinery streamlines the parking and retrieval procedures, optimizing space and time utilization. The success of this automatic parking system not only exemplifies technological prowess but also addresses critical urban challenges related to parking space scarcity and congestion.
SOLUTION
Beyond its record-setting capacity and efficiency, the Al Jahra Court’s automatic parking system represents a sustainable solution for urban parking woes. By maximizing the use of available space and minimizing not only the environmental footprint, but also drastically reducing the carbon footprint in construction and operation, such automated systems contribute to creating smarter, more efficient cities. As urban areas continue to grow, so do their critical challenges such as space scarcity, traffic congestions and environmental impact and with it the demand for intelligent parking solutions like the one implemented in Kuwait becomes increasingly pressing.
Beyond its world-record scale and efficiency, the Al Jahra Court project exemplifies how cutting-edge parking technologies can transform public infrastructure. As urban environments continue to evolve, the RPS 1000 System is recognized as a model for smart, sustainable, and high-density parking solutions across the globe.
Al Jahra Court’s automatic parking system stands as a testament to the limitless possibilities of technological innovation in addressing urban challenges. Robotic Parking Systems’ achievement of the Guinness World Record reinforces its position as a global leader in automated parking solutions. As cities around the world grapple with the complexities of urbanization, Al Jahra Court’s fully automated parking system serves as a beacon of inspiration, showcasing how innovation can reshape the future of urban living.
