Unity5 has officially acquired Chipside, including its products and services such as MiPermit. Chipside are a market-leader in Local Authority parking and enforcement solutions. This marks an exciting new chapter for both companies, bringing together our expertise to drive innovation and deliver even greater value to our customers across the public and private sectors.

At Unity5, we’ve built our reputation on providing cloud-based enforcement and compliance management solutions that help businesses and public sector organisations operate more efficiently. Chipside, with its deep roots in Local Authority parking and enforcement, shares our passion for customer-focused technology and continuous improvement. By joining forces, we’re creating a uniquely positioned Group that offers an unparalleled breadth of expertise and solutions, ensuring that our customers – whether in Local Authority or private sector parking – continue to receive the trusted, scalable, and reliable services they depend on.

This isn’t just about growth; it’s about collaboration. Both organisations have a history of pioneering technology solutions that make compliance and enforcement simpler, smarter, and more efficient. By working together, we can enhance our products, share best practices, and ultimately provide an even stronger platform for our customers. While we’re excited about what’s ahead, we want to reassure our customers and employees that it’s business as usual. We remain committed to delivering the high-quality service and support you’ve come to expect, and any future changes will be made with careful consideration and clear communication.

We’re looking forward to this next stage of our journey and can’t wait to share more as we begin integrating our teams and expertise. Stay tuned for updates, and as always, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Mark Wilson, CEO at Unity5, said:
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Chipside into the Unity5 group. This acquisition is not just about growth – it’s about collaboration. Both companies share a strong commitment to innovation and exceptional customer care. By working together, we can bring the best of both organisations to the table, ensuring that we continue to support our customers with reliable, forward-thinking solutions. Our priority is to maintain stability for both teams while creating opportunities for shared learning, product enhancements, and long-term success.

 

We sincerely thank Paul Moorby OBE and the rest of the departing Chipside leadership team for their vision and leadership in building Chipside into what it is today. Their contributions have been invaluable, and we wish them the best in their future endeavours.

 

We are also pleased that Simon Cheung and Richy Aplin-Clements will continue with the company in key leadership roles, helping to drive the next phase of growth and innovation.”

Dave Herbert, Vice Chairman and Founder of Unity5, added:
“Chipside and Unity5 are natural partners. We both take pride in the relationships we have built with our customers, and our shared values of service excellence and continuous improvement make this a perfect fit. We are committed to ensuring continuity for all our customers and employees, and we look forward to shaping the future of parking and compliance management technology together.”

Paul Moorby, OBE, Chipside Founder said:
“Building this company has been an incredible journey, and I am immensely proud of what our team has accomplished. As we enter this next chapter under Unity5, I am confident that they will build on the innovative and customer focused values we have always held at our core. While I will be stepping away, I leave knowing that the company is in great hands and poised for even greater success. I look forward to seeing all that the future holds.”