Bike rental fleet across city set for expansion
GLASGOW’S network of shared bikes is expanding ahead of COP26. Bike share operator nextbike, which runs the OVO Bikes scheme, has scaled up the number of bikes and stations across the city to improve access to sustainable travel.
Nextbike has also made changes to some of its other stations as security around Glasgow tightens ahead of the conference. New permanent stations have been installed at Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Bellahouston Park, Whiteinch Library, Springfield Road and Clifton St/ Kelvingrove Park East, while a sixth station, at Burrell Collection, will be installed later this month.
Stations at Riverside, SEC, and Glasgow Science Centre have been closed for the duration of COP26, while new temporary stations have been installed at Lancefield Quay and Elliot Street, Pacific Drive and Pacific Quay.
With the eyes of the world on Glasgow, nextbike UK’s managing director Krysia Solheim said there’s never been a better time to jump on a bike.
“We cannot underestimate the importance of the discussions that will take place over the next few weeks,” said Solheim.
“It’s a great opportunity for Glaswegians and COP26 delegates to think about how they are moving around the city, and to lead by example by opting for the most sustainable methods of transport available.”
Councillor Anna Richardson, city convener for sustainability and carbon reduction, added: “Encouraging a shift to active and sustainable forms of transport is essential if we are to decarbonise how we travel across the city and the hire scheme is more than playing its part.”