E-cargo bikes are being tested by highway service provider Ringway Jacobs and shareholder Eurovia UK during a trial period with manufacture Raleigh.
Designed to see if e-cargo bikes can serve a purpose within infrastructure businesses, primarily across London where construction continues at pace, the two companies are utilising the vehicles to transport materials, tools and equipment between sites, as well as individuals who require fast and reliable transport from offices to sites.
Commenting on the progress thus far, Mike O’Neill, managing director at Ringway Jacobs, said: “We are continuing to find new ways of working on the UK Highways network that is sustainable and also brings social value to the local communities in which we operate.
“This includes reducing noise pollution, promoting cleaner air and having fewer reasons for our fleet to travel on the UK road network to transport materials on site, which could save time and result in increased efficiency.”
Part of the Accell Group, Raleigh’s interest in the e-cargo bike segment has grown and seeding the vehicles with businesses has become part of a strategy to grow the segment.
‘’We recognise that cargo bikes have huge potential to support many businesses across multiple industries, to help reduce their carbon footprint and costs whilst increasing efficiency,” said Lee Kidger, managing director at Raleigh UK.
“Raleigh is committed to supporting businesses with sustainability projects to benefit air quality and reduce congestion, making our towns and cities better places to live and work.’’
Businesses will now be able to access the cargo bikes direct from Raleigh with delivery and training offered as well as the ability to co-brand the bikes to suit the business needs.
