In this episode of the Micro Mobility Podcast, host Prabin Joel Jones speaks with Kristian Brink, CEO of Urban Sharing, about the evolution and future of bike share systems. They discuss the history of bike share, the transition from station-based to dockless systems, the impact of technology, and the various business models that sustain these services. The conversation also touches on the profitability of bike share systems, the tender processes involved, and the ecosystem of providers. Looking ahead, they explore future trends in micro mobility, including the integration of e-bikes and IoT technology.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Micro Mobility Podcast

03:12 The Evolution of Bike Share Systems

06:15 Generational Changes in Bike Share

09:01 The Impact of Technology on Bike Share

12:06 Station-Based vs. Dockless Bike Share

14:58 Business Models of Bike Share Systems

18:07 Tender Processes and City Sponsorship

21:05 Profitability in Bike Share Operations

24:09 Challenges and Future of Bike Share

31:38 The Evolution of Bike Share Systems

36:16 Understanding Unit Economics in Bike Share

44:04 The Ecosystem of Bike Share

51:15 Future Trends in Bike Share Technology