Cargo Bikes for Business: The opportunity for Bristol

Discover how organisations of all sizes and sectors are successfully integrating cargo bikes into their operations, reducing costs, improving efficiency and supporting more sustainable ways of working.

What to expect:

• Hear from organisations ranging from large national fleet operators to SMEs and sole traders who are already using cargo bikes, as they share their experiences, challenges and successes.
• Meet cargo bike suppliers and operators, explore a range of bikes and equipment, and learn about the latest products and services available.
• Access expert advice and support, including the opportunity to speak directly with Bristol City Council representatives about funding opportunities, support schemes and upcoming initiatives.
• Learn about Bristol’s latest freight and transport developments, including Freight Consolidation Hubs and other projects designed to support sustainable business deliveries.
• Showcase your own products or services to the sector, with exhibition opportunities available as part of the booking process.
• Make valuable connections and network with local businesses, logistics operators, policymakers and industry professionals.
• Enjoy a light lunch and refreshments, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and engage with key players from across the cargo bike and urban logistics sector.

Speakers include:

Spicer & Cole, Holy Spokes Bristol Business Improvement District and Bristol City Council.

Exhibitors include:

Electric Bike Sales, Holy Spokes, Ison Distribution, Minimal, Pedal Collective, Priority Express, Really Useful Bikes, SLANT, The Garden Therapist and Velogik.

Organisations attending include:

Amazon, Royal Mail, Evri, West of England Combined Authority, WSP, CityQ, Bristol Waste Company, Bristol Old Vic, Pizza Pilgrims, Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust, Velocity Cycle Couriers and the Sustainable Urban Freight Association.

Celebration Ride – 2nd July

Before the event, cargo bike users are also invited to join a ride around Bristol, starting from The Amphitheatre on the morning of 2nd July. Find more information and sign up here.

This event forms part of Bristol City Council’s Workplace Travel Network and Bristol BID’s Cargo Bikes for Business project, supporting businesses to adopt cleaner, more sustainable transport solutions.