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Now you can bike your way around Expo 2020 Dubai site

Friday, 1 October 2021 11:33

By ARN News Staff

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Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai can now hire cycles and access the various pavilions on wheels.

Making the announcement on Friday, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Careem have outlined a "quick and sustainable ride solution at Expo 2020".

As many as 230 pedal-assist bicycles will be available at 23 stations.

Visitors can reserve and use the cycles through the Careen BIKE app.

"Bike sharing is a great way of getting around inside Expo venue," highlighted Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO, Public Transport, RTA, while encouraging "visitors to reach the Expo using public transport modes like the Dubai Metro, Dubai buses and taxis as they are well integrated to ease mobility".

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