Sustainability at the heart with Urbike

In this insightful Executive Breakfast session proposed by BMI, Philippe Lovens, the co-founder and CEO of Urbike, will share his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the pivotal role sustainability has played right from the inception of his venture. This engaging presentation will delve deep into the remarkable case of Urbike.
Urbike, a cooperative based in Brussels, stands as a beacon of innovation in the realm of urban logistics. Their mission is crystal clear: to enhance the urban quality of life by revolutionizing the last-mile transportation of goods. Their ingenious approach involves replacing traditional vans and light trucks with eco-friendly cargo bikes. As of today, Urbike boasts a team of 45 dedicated employees and an impressive track record of delivering over 350,000 parcels. This significant achievement translates into an astonishing reduction of more than 80 tonnes of CO2 emissions, underscoring Urbike's commitment to a sustainable future.

2 key questions:
• Are businesses designed to solve sustainability issues?
• Is the cooperative model a way to support a purpose led company?