Newsletter September 2021

BIKE
WEEK

Bike Week is back! Kicking off this Sunday the 12th until Saturday the 18th, Bike Week is here to promote the joys of cycling for one and all, so check out this handy link from the National Transport Authority, which has details of all the Bike Week events happening across the country!

A special mention for all that’s going on in Cork during Bike Week, where over 140 events are set to take place.

There is plenty planned in Waterford for Bike Week too, where the 46-kilometre Greenway remains the jewel in the South-East’s cycling crown. Waterford City is being transformed into a decarbonisation zone, where significant elements such as behavioural change among road users will be prioritised.

The Bike Doctor

Employers are keen to look ahead as to how and when employees with return to the workplace. Why not assist them with an active and sustainable travel option and get their bikes serviced.

It’s simple process, book the Bike Doctor
our professional mobile bike mechanic will service all employee bikes on-site, check out the Bike Doctor.

Cycling Engagement Calendar

The best cycle related events are planned and organised, whether you want to cycle to get fit, fundraise for a charity or just get the team out for a tour of the local greenway and enjoy a coffee, pick a date from our Cycling Engagement Calendar that resonates with the culture of the organisation.

Bike Demonstration Day

Free for all CFE members, book a date and get the best expert advice on commuter bikes, ebikes, bike security and clothing, all taking place at your workplace.

Time for employees to try out the bikes, ask all the questions and get the best advice from the experts.

CFE Gold Bike Friendly Workplace

New Members

We’re glad to announce that a number of newly accredited employers have joined our ranks in recent weeks.

The Department of Transport

University College Dublin

DBFL Consultant Engineers             

Verizon

Congratulations to all having achieved European Gold-Standard Accreditation at the first attempt! We’re delighted to welcome them to the Cycle Friendly Employer network.

Webinar Dates

Friday 8th October

The Active & Sustainable Travel Campus

Friday 12th November

The European Standard for Cycle Friendly Workplace! – Hear why this European initiative can be a game changer for Local Authorities and Employers.

Friday 19th November

Why Cycle Friendly Employer accreditation is an important component for Employers active and sustainable travel strategies

Please register your interest in any of the above webinars by emailing Cillian
to book your spot.