Bird Launches Smart Bikeshare Program in Madrid, Spain
Bird Global, Inc. (NYSE:BRDS) has launched Europe’s first joint private-public bikeshare integration in Madrid with the Madrid Municipal Transport Company (EMT). This initiative aims to enhance sustainable mobility options for residents and tourists. Bird's shared e-bikes will now be integrated into the Mobility 360 transit app, allowing easy access to both Bird and BiciMAD bikes. The partnership aligns with EMT's goal to shift towards decarbonized transportation, supported by a recent €1 billion investment from the city. This innovative program builds on Bird's existing Smart Bikeshare Program in several cities worldwide.
- Launch of innovative joint bikeshare integration with Madrid Municipal Transport Company.
- Integration of Bird’s e-bikes into the Mobility 360 transit app for increased accessibility.
- Supports EMT's initiative for a sustainable transportation model with the backing of a €1 billion city investment.
- Expansion of the Smart Bikeshare Program in Europe, indicating growth potential.
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Bird and the Madrid Municipal Transport Company Offer Europe’s First Joint Private-Public Bikeshare Integration
Bird Launches Smart Bikeshare Program in
“The Madrid Municipal Transport Company is leading the way in bringing more sustainable mobility solutions to residents and visitors, and Bird is committed to doing everything we can to support them,” said
The announcement comes on the heels of the city’s
How It Works
To access BiciMAD bikes, riders simply tap the clearly marked bike icons on the Bird service map. Each icon indicates a BiciMAD station and the number of available bikes at each. Once tapped, riders will immediately connect to BiciMAD where rentals can be started in a matter of moments. Additionally,
Bird’s Commitment to Multi-Modal E-Mobility
A pioneer in the micro-electric sharing industry, Bird aims to replace the billions of short car trips that take place globally with trips on eco-friendly micro-electric vehicles. The company launched with its iconic scooter to provide individuals dependent on cars with a fun, novel and eco-friendly way of getting from point A to point B, or as a connector for last mile transportation solutions.
As popularity and adoption of the shared e-scooters grew, Bird brought to market shared e-bikes aiming to meet the transportation needs of individuals looking to travel 3-5 miles, or who prefer to be seated on a micro-electric vehicle. Bird’s Smart Bikeshare Program, which launched last summer, is the industry’s only offering that is designed to amplify the reach and usage of local bikeshare service providers through private-public partnerships. Through the program, cities can also utilize bikes offered from Bird. The innovative Smart Bikeshare integration is currently live in
About Bird
Bird is an electric vehicle company dedicated to bringing affordable, environmentally friendly transportation solutions such as e-scooters and e-bikes to communities across the world. Founded in 2017 by transportation pioneer
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