TIER, one of Europe’s leading shared micro-mobility providers, has launched its first fleet of e-bikes in the UAE.
The e-bikes provide an alternative way of transportation to the more than 29,000 residents living in Ruwais in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. This area, located 240km west of Abu Dhabi City, has been developed by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), providing its employees with a place to live.
The e-bike launch is in line with TIER’s strategic plan to provide micro-mobility solutions in all major cities and hubs across the Middle East, enabling a larger audience with the option of a sustainable method of transport, whilst reducing carbon emissions.
It has been made possible through TIER’s agreement with ADNOC, the leading energy provider that has set a 2030 Sustainability Agenda to protect the environment, with high-level goals to decrease greenhouse gas emissions by 25 per cent. Together, both parties share similar vision’s to contribute towards a more sustainable future.
Riders activate the e-bike via the integrated QR code or directly in the app. They pay an AED3 activation fee and AED1 per minute, conveniently via credit card. After the ride, the e-bike may be parked in TIER marked suitable locations or in one of the city parking zones for ease of drop-off.
Residents in Ruwais are also able to use the TIER e-scooters, launched in the UAE in 2019. They can use the same app as for the e-bikes, finding an e-scooter on the virtual map, and unlocking it by scanning the QR code. Users can use TIER’s hassle-free virtual parking system to finish the ride by simply finding a designated safe parking location and pressing the ‘End Ride’ button.
All new users enjoy their first two rides for free by simply entering the code TIER-RUWAIS in the app.
