Wellington City Council introduced a fleet of bikes to motivate its people to make daily trips by bike.
We purchased two yellow and two black bikes to match our corporate colours and branded them Absolutely Positively Wellington City Council. Our new bikes are unisex step through town bikes with the aforementioned features [stands, chain guards and pannier racks]. We also have pannier bags, helmets and locks.
CloseWe upgraded the fleet to make riding a bike an attractive option for staff which in turn reduces our emissions foot print, fleet costs and improves overall health of our company.
CloseWe have seen a significant increase in short trips being made by bike . There are even a few staff who take regular lunch time rides along the waterfront.
CloseThe initiative (2016): Four new bikes + kit
Star of the show: One e-bike
Increased cycling: Yes, even lunchtime group rides
Theme: Fleet bikes, staff wellbeing