Research undertaken by the CycleLogistics project has identified
significant potential to shift motorised trips related to goods transport to bicycles
in European cities. This research suggests that bicycles, and in particular
cargo bikes, are a realistic alternative to motorised transportation, and one
that is increasingly being used by both individuals and commercial organisations
across the EU member states. To encourage and assist individuals and companies
with the set-up of more CycleLogistics businesses a Transferable Buisness Model
was developed during the project by partner Outspoken Delivery. This transferable
business model is made up of a number of elements which can be utilised
separately or together:
• Training for Start-up Delivery Organisations – this will be continued during the
follower project Cyclelogistics Ahead
• Business Planner – this is available on the cyclelogistics.eu website
• Provision of a Resource Pack for Commercial Delivery using Cargo bikes -
this is available on the cyclelogistics.eu website
• Franchise Business Model – a pilot is currently under way in Glasgow Scotland