Tag Archive: public transport

  1. Bergamo’s public transport subscribers offered €100 bike share vouchers

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    Source: Zag Daily

    A scheme which was initially available only to annual subscribers to Bergamo’s ATB and TEB public transport systems, has now been extended to monthly subscribers, with the aim of boosting sustainable mobility uptake. The €100 vouchers equate to 100 free 30-minute rides on the city’s bike share service, La BiGi.

    In addition to the inclusion of monthly season ticket holders, there has been an extension to the voucher’s validity, to 30 November 2025. Users with a valid public transport pass can request the voucher until this date, and any unused free rides will be valid until 31 December 2025.

    Bergamo’s bike share service is operated by nextbike; Account Manager Lead, Francesco Tagariello, said, “We believe that bike sharing is an essential component of public transport – a vision we are proud to support and help realize in Italy. Bergamo stands out as a best practice. Our close collaboration with ATB in managing the city’s public bike sharing system has led to continuous growth, thanks to a service that is reliable, affordable, and increasingly integrated into public transport. This latest step towards full integration positions Bergamo as a model for sustainable mobility in Italy.”

    To further enhance the appeal of the city’s bike share service, ATB and nextbike have lowered the age requirement for using La BiGi to 16 years. Francesco stated, “The extension of the service to 16-year-olds allows us to engage a younger generation – already attentive to sustainability issues and frequent users of public transport – helping to foster sustainable mobility habits from an early age.”

  2. Spain’s national railway services bans e-scooters due to fire risks

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    Source: Euroweekly News

    Renfe, Spain’s national railway service has announced an electric scooter ban on its train services, a significant change that will affect its passengers.

    From December 12th, the ban will come into effect and prohibit electric scooters, unicycles, and other battery-powered mobility devices from being carried on all its train services.

    The decision has come from a series of hazardous incidents that have led to battery fires on public transport from tampered or damaged batteries, use of incompatible chargers, and general wear and tear.

    Electric bicycles and vehicles for individuals with mobility impairments are excluded from this ban. Renfe’s board of directors have stated that public health and passenger safety are the main reason behind this new policy, ensuring its services run smoother and safer.

    This move follows similar measures that have been taken from regional Spanish train services and from European countries. UK & Ireland rail operators, as well as the city of Hamburg in Germany, have also restricted electric scooter usage on their trains.

    Once the ban comes into effect, Renfe can ask passengers carrying prohibited electric vehicles to disembark and will have security officers carrying out random inspections on their trains.

  3. Brussels introduces single app for all local mobility services

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    Source: TheMayor.eu

    Brussels has introduced a single app that consolidates all local mobility services, making Floya a valuable tool for your next visit to the Belgian capital.

    Floya, the latest mobile app from the city of Brussels, is designed to cater to the needs of both residents and tourists. Launched recently, this app seamlessly integrates Mobility as a Service (MaaS) by aggregating all public and private transportation options into one user-friendly platform – right on your smartphone.

    This digital tool is a collaborative effort between STIB-MIVB, the local public transit operator, and Brussels Mobility. Together, they aim to enhance flexibility and responsiveness in addressing mobility requirements while encouraging users to shift away from personal vehicles in favor of the diverse range of transportation choices now accessible.

    Gone are the days of cluttering your phone with numerous mobility apps. Floya empowers users to effortlessly plan, book, and pay for various transportation modes within Brussels. Currently, it encompasses the four primary public transportation modes (metro, trams, buses, and trains), as well as various shared scooter, bicycle, and car services. Additionally, it offers the capability to unlock shared mobility devices post-payment and provides real-time information about disruptions or alternate routes.

    As a result, this new app represents an expansion and enhancement of the STIB-MIVB app, intelligently integrating options from the private sector. Its overarching objective is to present Brussels’ mobility services as a unified ecosystem, regardless of the economic interests of individual branches.

    Brussels’ mobility landscape is continually evolving, and Floya is expected to evolve alongside it. A range of exciting new features is in the pipeline, promising users even more choices and convenience.

  4. White paper from Autonomy on partnering between Microbility service providers and Public Transport Operators

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    Sustainable mobility network, Autonomy, have published their latest white paper in line with their mission of working towards contributing to the common goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

    Entitled How Micromobility Service Providers can partner with Public Transport Operators (PTOs) to reduce private car commuting, interested parties can visit the website and enter their details to download.

    Autonomy writes: “Micromobility is the ultimate solution for first and last-mile commutes to transit hubs. For those who live beyond walking distance from a public transport station, the ideal solution is to give them a convenient micromobility offer to and from the station. Numerous cities are working on integrating micromobility with public transport, thus reducing the need for car ownership, as we increasingly move towards low emission, carbon neutral cities. Public transport authorities are increasingly working with private micromobility operators to increase multimodality and expand their shared transport offering. Integration is the key but how can different modes of travel be integrated into a seamless experience for the user, so that it reduces private car use?”