Velo-city 2025
Gdańsk
10-13 June 2025

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YouBike: Official bronze partner of Velo-city 2024 - Connecting people and communities

With a total of over 800 million kilometres ridden, YouBike has reduced more than 156,000 tons of carbon emissions, equivalent to the carbon capture potential of 55 New York's Central Parks. YouBike provides greater efficiency and convenience to the public. Meanwhile, the prosperous development of YouBike marks the beginning of a new chapter of cycling generation. 

 Profile 

As part of the GIANT group, YouBike was established in 2009 in Taiwan. With only 500 bikes, YouBike launched its pilot programme in Taipei. YouBike’s core message is to provide public bike service for YOU while encouraging users to take care of the bikes as if they were their own. With the implementation of more bikes and stations, Taiwanese people gradually embraced YouBike as part of public transport. The concept of “your” bike significantly reduces the rate of theft and damage. 

 Connection to local government

In Taiwan, YouBike operates the public bicycle programme in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with the local government entity. The entity invests in the limited tender with the budget provided. Under this model, YouBike is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the programme, while the government entity owns all bikes and docks. Once the contract expires, all property reverts to the government entity. This business model offers several advantages. YouBike can leverage its professional knowledge and skills to ensure efficient operations, while the government entity can encourage citizens to use the service to alleviate traffic congestion and promote environmentally friendly practices. 

 Connection to the Community 

YouBike can work in both urban and rural areas. In urban areas, YouBike can serve as part of public transport to alleviate traffic congestion during rush hours. In Taiwan, the place with the highest turnover rate is at the entrance of the MRT station beside National Taiwan University. YouBike can handle high demand due to its rental process and on-board machine design. 

On the other hand, YouBike can make up for the lack of public transport in rural areas while also creating many jobs.  Commonly, due to its density and population in rural areas, public transport can barely meet all the transportation needs, such as less frequent service during off-peak hours. With YouBike's implementation, citizens can access affordable transportation 24/7. In addition, YouBike can create a number of jobs, such as maintenance and dispatch staff, encouraging local people to work in their hometowns.
 
YouBike 2.0 was recently launched, both regular and electric, in Taipei, Taiwan.

 Connection to the World 

Building on a decade of success in Taiwan, YouBike plans to introduce its public bicycle system to the world. We export the system as a total solution to ensure quality and efficiency. 

This comprehensive package includes: 
 
  • High-Quality Bikes: Choose between the regular YouBike 2.0 and the electric YouBike 2.0E to suit your needs. These robust bikes are designed for durability and a comfortable ride. 
  • Rental System: Our user-friendly system includes a mobile app, digital payment integration, and a user account management system. This ensures a smooth and convenient user experience, encouraging ridership and programme success. 
  • Expert Training & Support:  We equip your staff with the knowledge and skills they need to operate and maintain the system efficiently. Our comprehensive training programme covers system operation and maintenance procedures.  In addition, we offer dedicated consultancy services throughout the entire project, from initial planning and construction to ongoing support.