AkraBike
A youMove network for sustainable mobility
Agrigento, Sicily
Project overview
AkraBike was developed in the beautiful area of Agrigento, turning the city into a model for sustainable mobility. The project created an integrated station-based bike sharing network connecting key areas of the city, offering residents and visitors an ecological, convenient and healthy way to explore. The initiative showed how youMove technology can adapt perfectly to the needs of the Sicilian territory.
Technologies used
Key results
Challenges
Hilly territory
Agrigento has demanding climbs and descents that required specific solutions to guarantee a comfortable riding experience for every user.
Tourism integration
The system had to serve both residents for daily trips and visitors exploring the city's archaeological and cultural sites.
Energy sustainability
The project needed a sustainable charging system using the area's abundant solar resources to power stations.
Cultural awareness
The service had to promote adoption of sustainable mobility in a context where private car use was predominant.
youMove solutions
Custom youMove network
Implementation of a youMove circuit designed specifically for the Agrigento area, with stations strategically placed in key city locations.
Adapted electric bicycles
A fleet of youMove e-bikes configured specifically for the morphology of the Agrigento territory.
Results achieved
Tourist adoption
Share of tourists using the service
Traffic reduction
Decrease in vehicle traffic downtown
Environmental impact
CO2 saved thanks to the service
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