Prospective operators can apply for this by submitting a permit application.
Antwerp is committed to sustainable mobility with the introduction of a new shared scooter offering. The city has opened the market to potential suppliers of electric scooter sharing, in an effort to expand and make the urban transport network more sustainable. This step marks an important milestone in Antwerp's mobility policy, which focuses on reducing parking pressure and promoting environmentally friendly means of transport.
Interested parties have until April 15, 2024 to stand as a candidate for offering this service, where the city has set clear conditions and guidelines to guarantee a high-quality and reliable offer. This policy underlines Antwerp's pursuit of orderly and safe urban mobility, preventing oversupply and proliferation of subsystems.
In addition to the introduction of electric shared scooters, Antwerp is also embracing other forms of shared mobility, including bicycles, cargo bikes and scooters. This is in line with the city's broader mobility policy, which is aimed at encouraging alternative, sustainable modes of transport in order to improve the quality of life and accessibility of the city.
The city has set up a regulatory framework for shared mobility providers, with an emphasis on public order and safety, and on the quality of the offer. This includes the need for providers to apply for a permit and meet specific conditions set out in accordance with Antwerp's mobility policy.
Antwerp is taking steps towards sustainable mobility with a new shared scooter offering.
This policy is not only intended to address the challenges of urban mobility, but also to ensure an inclusive and accessible transport system that contributes to sustainable urban development. By imposing stricter requirements on shared mobility providers, Antwerp guarantees the quality and reliability of these services, making the city a more attractive place to live, work and visit.
The pursuit of a sustainable, efficient and safe mobility solution reflects Antwerp's commitment to creating a livable city for its residents and visitors. The new shared scooter offering is an important step forward in realizing this goal, and emphasizes the role of innovative mobility solutions in the transition to a more sustainable urban transport system.
