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Who is biking or walking to IMEX this year instead of taking the shuttles? 🚲🚶🏽♀️ Last year I shared (a for me normal thing haha) that Reni Vießmann, Susanne von Ciriacy-Laumann & I took the bike to IMEX - which resulted in my first viral post and lead to inspire many other people in doing the same. ♻️ This was the first time I realized that by using this platform and my voice, I can actually make a difference. ✨ Also imagine how fun it would be, if biking and walking (or using existent public transportation) would be the number one mode of travel during our events: 🌱 better for the environment as it would lower the events carbon footprint 🩺 better for our attendees (mental) health as they would spend more time outside and exercising 💸 lower costs since there is no need for shuttle busses 😴 less stress because you don’t need to manage transportation as thoroughly Who is already organizing events without shuttle busses as ground transportation and what are your experiences so far? :) (Gabi Schares, Stefan Lohmann, Tanja Knecht, Sara Rosenblatt, Claudia Verena Krause, Peter Cramer, Daniel Borchert, Ricarda Jacomet, Lene Corgan, Michael Grønbæk, Thomas Corneliussen 😉, Barbara Suitner,…) Same Disclaimer as last year haha: Still waiting for Messe Frankfurt GmbH to build bike paths across the site and actually allow bikes, so I don’t need to sneak past the the security guards anymore though haha 🤞🏽 #imexfrankfurt #futureofmobility #sustainableevents

At the CIE Summit Rosanne Vanpée from the KU Leuven showed interesting numbers from Belgium which should be picked up from other countries as well to be more pro active to support cycling and its not only about more cyclist its as well to support the climate target which the EU states declared to follow. Without a change of the behaviour in the way of mobility those target will be hard to reach. The numbers below shows that even the economic side benefits from it. On the leasing side, Belgium is the leader together with Germany and it shows in both countries that more people choose a bike and leave often the second car behind them. As Rosanne Vanpée shared: "We calculated the additional net value and employment generated for 1,000 additional bicycles, and these are the results": • Each 1,000 additional shared bikes generates €2.9 million in net added value per year and 29 full-time jobs. • Every 1,000 additional leased bikes generates €2.8 million in net added value per year and creates 27 full-time jobs. • Each 1,000 additional cargo bikes used in bicycle logistics generates €8.9 million in net added value and approximately 1,000 full-time jobs. its possible, we just need to continue to work all together.

Once again in Zurich, access to a busy street for cars is "put on pause" so that an event can take place. So far, there have been no reports of car drivers getting hurt, injured or worse. Car drivers may have suffered from a 5-minute longer commute to work. My question: Is 5-10 extra minutes per day spent in a car by a few individuals more important than the benefits gained by the greater majority? Will the 5-10 minutes be "annoying enough" to help them leave the car at home and take public transportation? This is very interesting footage Norman Garrick. People are on the streets and seem to be enjoying their safety to their freedom to move and act independently. It seems as if creating more space for people to move and live could improve health, wellbeing, and positively impact the environment and make Zurich a more attractive city to live in. Dare I say it, but people gain freedom! And because it is safe to travel through that space in smaller modes of transport, people might FINALLY be able reduce their belief that they must rely on a car. Can the Tiefbauamt der Stadt Zürich run a trial to continue this road closure just a bit longer and collect public opinion? It would be a nudge approach to help those driving a car 1-10km to their office job where they don't actually need their vehicle for work. It would free up road space for delivery vehicles, people relying on mobility vehicles, tradespeople, and emergency services. It seems like a more equitable situation than what we see today which gives the most space to the least efficient mode. Traffic Evaporation could just work: https://lnkd.in/eUsGA2mt

🔍 Who does the character Don Quixote declare war on?   Here's a hint: they are traditionally found in a country whose seaport is the focus of our post today.   They are windmills. Today, they are well-known and popular tourist attractions in the Netherlands, the land of tulips, the Dutch bicycle and the largest seaport in Europe. ⚓   📣 A “Huup, Huup” for the Port of Rotterdam 📣   When I think of Rotterdam, I think of a city that was almost completely destroyed in the Second World War. Today, Rotterdam is not only the largest port city in Europe, but is also one of the greenest and most sustainable cities in the Netherlands.    ❓ Did you know that the Port of Rotterdam   🔹 serves over 250 international container train connections every week, 🔹 handled around 439 million tons of goods and 13.4 million TEU last year 🔹 provides around 193,000 jobs (in)directly?   ℹ Until 2004, Rotterdam was the largest port in the world and is still very important for Europe's economy and trade. With more than 400 international container connections, it acts as a central hub for intermodal transport and provides a link to Western and Central Europe.   But Rotterdam has much more to offer. Port of Rotterdam gave us some   ➡ exclusive insider tips ⬅   🔹 World Port Days   For 47 years, the Port of Rotterdam has opened its doors to hundreds of thousands of visitors on the first weekend in September and offers an exciting entertainment program.   🔹 Euromast   Take to the heights and enjoy a panoramic view of Rotterdam. If you need more action, you can also abseil down the Euromast from a height of 100 meters.   🔹 Fenix Food Factory   The Fenix Food Factory is a true gourmet's paradise for all foodies and connoisseurs, and the back of the converted warehouse offers a wonderful view of the city.   🔹 Portcast   If you want to find out more about Europe's largest port, you should definitely listen to the Portcasts. There are exciting insights here!   👉 Thanks to numerous transport and logistics service providers, the Port of Rotterdam can handle up to 15 million containers a year - and a few containers from us as well. We at Roland Spedition offer our customers several departures a week to and from Rotterdam - from Linz, Vienna and Wolfurt and vice versa.   The fact that things get exciting when Austria and the Netherlands meet was evident at this year's European Championships. The cooperation between the Port of Rotterdam and Roland is no less exciting. We are therefore looking forward to continuing our successful collaboration. 🤝   Many thanks to Howard Lamb and the whole team for all these cool insider tips and insights. 💙   ➡️ Are you interested in action, “port seeing” and good food? We've provided all the links in the comments.   Picture: © Martensmultimedia   #rolandspedition #portofrotterdam #rotterdam #containeroperating

✨ Jumping into 2024 like ... No NY resolutions, just exciting plans ahead! 👇 Is there a better kickoff to the year than to plan some business/pleasure adventures? 😏 1. I happily joined Društvo za marketing Slovenije – DMS - a dynamic community of 600+ marketers. A MUST if you are working in marketing! If you haven't joined, you have a great chance in January 🤗 as always, they are preparing a year filled with great courses, talks, and collaborations! 2. I registered for Dani komunikacija in Rovinj. Can't wait for the insights and inspiration it promises!✨ 3. In January I'm proudly gearing up to represent Marles at this year's Klimahouse FieraBolzano tradeshow. Visit us in Bolzano if you want to know more about how Marles made over 500 homes in Italy. 👏 4. Taking some well-deserved time off with a trip to Barcelona—because why not? Ready to explore, unwind, and soak in the charm of a vibrant city. 🚗 5. Fueling my passion for sports, I'll be sweating it out and shedding a few tears (of joy, hopefully) at the UCI Gran Fondo series in Umag. 💥 Cycling through scenic kilometers—a perfect blend of challenge and exhilaration. What about you? Any exciting plans on your horizon? Perhaps there's a specific event you can share with me? #marketing #tradeshow #plan #networking

It is interesting to try and work out how will transport modal share fair in the future. From what one can see and from looking across the industry it is probably fair to say that the car and not necessarily “private” could still be the dominant mode overall albeit in some cities that might not be the case. Thus, should we plan for a multi modal approach and not one that assumes for example cycling will resolve all of our problems and that we will be ok. Modal share and realistic future targets are very rarely discussed when looking at transport solutions for the future. This should be brought more into our planning and thinking. I still advocate as transport planners that we ought to think multi modal and not get carried away with one mode only as the solution. We ought to learn from our town planning colleagues who went down that rigid land use planning policy route decades ago and one could argue that we are still paying a transport society price for that policy now!

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👟 We have always valued the Coubertin spirit within the company, especially when it comes to defending the accessibility of public transport for all.  It also ties in with our values: SHARE, CARE, LEAN and IMPACT. This year, we're doing it in a slightly more special way, with a very fine project for Île-de-France Mobilités. The Region is organising itself to welcome all the People with Reduced Mobility (#Paratransit) who come to watch the sporting events in Paris. Behind the scenes, our algorithms are making it possible for all these spectators to travel to the inner suburbs. These on-demand journeys, grouping the trips together as much as possible, will keep costs under control for the authority. In other words, people with reduced mobility are now able to reserve their seats when they buy their tickets, simplifying their journey. Between now and mid-September, tens of thousands of journeys are planned. While we don't yet know how our champions will perform, we can already award a magnificent 🏅 to our customer, #IDFM, who has been working heaven and earth for months to make this historic event accessible to all. Guillaume Laboureau Nicolas ALFONSI Clément Jouve David Carnero

In our ongoing series on the European Championship 2024 we look at similarities and differences of the countries playing. ⚽ The Netherlands is flat and criss-crossed by waterways, while Austria is characterized by the majestic Alps. Culturally, the Netherlands is known for art and trade, while Austria is famous for classical music and its coffee house culture. Let’s dive deeper into some cultural specifics of these countries: The Netherlands 🇳🇱: Windmill wonders: The Netherlands' iconic windmills not only decorate its landscapes but also spin tales of centuries-old ingenuity. From grinding grain to controlling water levels, windmills are Dutch symbols of innovation and sustainability, blending tradition with timeless charm. 🌬 Tulip mania: The Netherlands is also renowned for its tulips. At one point, the value of a single tulip bulb in the Netherlands surpassed that of a house. This floral fascination truly showcases their botanical passion. 🌷 Bicycles for everyone: There are more bicycles in the Netherlands than inhabitants – an estimated 1.3/person, reflecting the Dutch emphasis on cycling as a primary mode of transportation. 🚲   Austria 🇦🇹: Viennese waltz: The dance is a significant part of Austrian cultural heritage and is often performed at formal events, particularly in Vienna, where it originated. It is known for its elegance, grace, and association with Viennese ballroom culture, its inclusion in events is traditional. 💃🏻 Mozart's birthday party: Mozart's birthday is celebrated every year on January 27 at the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Salzburg. Visitors can enjoy free birthday cake and coffee to honor the legacy of this celebrated composer. 📅🎂 Ice wonder: The Austrian Alps are home to the largest ice cave in the world, the Eisriesenwelt, which translates to "World of the Ice Giants". It stretches over 42 kilometers and features breathtaking ice formations that attract visitors from around the globe. 🧊 How do you think each country will represent themselves through their team? 🌎⚽ #globalmobility #hrconsulting #championship #netherlands #austria #culturehackers #culture

Because it's practical❗ This is the answer given by 50% of people who cycle. For 25% of cyclists, their means of transport has the advantage of being "quick", and another quarter believe that it is inexpensive. Just over 20% say they cycle for environmental reasons. So - plenty of reasons to get on your bike! 🚴 And you, do you bike to go to work? To share best practice and examples, we organised a conference linking company sport and eco-responsibility. You weren't able to attend our last conference but you're particularly interested in the subject? ▶️ No problem, you can find out more about the discussions between our speakers here: https://lnkd.in/eUe2ijfD 🎥 A Quick reminder: On 14 March in Brussels, the conference "Towards sportive and eco-responsible companies: presentation of the Run4Div and M@W projects" ♻️ took place. The conference was organised as part of two European projects co-funded by the European Commission. We were able to organise this event as a partner and leader of RunforDiv and Move at Work. European Cyclists' Federation #companysport #runfordiversity #moveatwork #erasmusplus #ecoreponsability