Velocity Conference
Show Name : VELO-CITY 2016
Event Date (s) : 2016/02/27 ~ 2016/03/01
Show Hours : February – 1. March 2016
Venue : Taipei International Convention Center
Address : No. 1, Sec.5, Hsin-Yi Rd., Taipei, 110 Taiwan
Tel : +886-2-8780-5688 #137
Fax : +886-2-8789-3602
Main products : Bicycles used to be just one alternative transport vehicle, but they mean much more today. They are equipment for sports and leisure, contributing greatly to green and sustainable lifestyles. Most importantly, they help us regain the friendly moment of human encounters, particularly as urban commuters greet one another and relax while on the move. More people are cycling more, again.



The shift from motorized individual transport to walking, cycling, and public transport has significantly influenced the way we live in the environment, the cities, and the society as a whole. Velo-city 2016 in Taipei will therefore explore the profound impact by the evolution of cycling from the following five angles.



1. Urban Transitions: The scale of urban growth hinges on transportation. Cities have grown in size as humans gain mobility overtime from foot and wagons to automobiles and trains. Again, multiple transport modalities and combinations that include bicycles are transforming modern cities. As bicycles are added to the transport portfolio and even become the mainstream choice, how will cites metamorphose in response? How do bicycles help build the livable cities we anticipate?


2. Moving Lifestyles: Cycling slows down the hastiness of urban life. It is the cushion for cities’ hustle and bustle. Pedaling around their neighborhoods, into the lanes and alleys, people rebuild connections with others. With that, they are able to savor the lovely moments in life, once again.
Now that bicycles have become an integral part of people’s life, what are the new lifestyles they have introduced?


3. Sustainable Economics: Automobiles give rise to suburban malls. Trains and subways propel shopping centers at stations. Each different transport modality nourishes a unique business ecosystem.
The use of bicycles can create jobs and contribute to economic growth, according to an ECF report in 2014. The increasing number of cyclists directly boosts tourism, retailing, manufacturing, repair and maintenance, etc. On top of that, what else local economic activities can they facilitate? What are the potential business types and models for the growing cyclist population?


4. Sharing Societies: The concept of sharing vehicles has evolved. People begin to share public transport and then automobiles, followed by bicycles, to conserve the environment and reduce transportation costs. In terms of usage, the concept has morphed from individual ownership to shared vehicles; in terms of right of way, from car-oriented to green transport oriented. Sharing has become a way of establishing sustainable mobility systems.
How does bike-sharing affect people’s idea of vehicles and roads? How should policies address such shared benefits? What are other innovations of sharing?


5. Design in Motion: A defining momentum behind growth and innovation, design thinking is a powerful tool to systematically analyze and tackle with problems, especially for urban development challenges. Velo-city Global 2016 will feature a series of interactive sessions for bicycle manufacturers, city planners, and policy makers to learn from intensive brainstorming and discussions. Such mind-blowing meetings are the best way to inspire meaningful exchanges among international experts.

Summary

Velo-city began in 1980 in Bremen, Germany with deep ties in the founding of the European Cyclists’ Federation. Since then conferences have been held in cities including Copenhagen, Brussels, Barcelona and Montreal. Velo-city conferences are now attracting about 1,000 delegates.

Velo-city conferences bring together those involved in policy, promotion and the provision of cycling facilities and programs. Engineers, planners, architects, social marketers, academic researchers, environmentalists, business, and industry representatives join forces with government at all levels ranging from municipal politicians, policy makers and educators in knowledge sharing in order to build effective trans-national partnerships to deliver benefits worldwide.

Taiwan has been noted as one of the world's largest, quality bicycle designer and manufacturer. Two of the world’s biggest brand names are based here, along with other innovative producers and parts suppliers. There is no better way to get first-hand knowledge of high-end manufacturing than visiting the Kingdom of Bicycles. Furthermore, Velo-city Global 2016 has also connected with the world-famous Taipei Cycle Show, introduced in the next page.
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