The first public network of electric bicycles and scooters in Saudi Arabia was launched in Madinah at the end of 2023.
On the official day of the Saudi Green Initiative, Careem Bike is proud to help reduce carbon emissions in the Kingdom.
Madinah, Saudi Arabia – – – Residents and visitors of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, have completed 150,000 trips on Careem Bikes since the network was launched in the city at the end of 2023. Launched in partnership with ALMQR Development Company and Amana, the Municipality of Madinah, it is the first public network of electric bicycles and scooters in Saudi Arabia and has proved to be incredibly popular.
Nearly 14,174 customers have collectively travelled almost 597,000 kilometers across the city. Cycling substitutes for motorized travel and thereby reduces energy use and carbon dioxide (Co2) emissions. Since launching in Madinah, Careem Bike rides have displaced 91 tons of Co2 emissions.
Abdulla Elyas, Saudi Chairman and Co-founder of Careem, commented, “We’re pleased to mark this significant milestone on the official day for the Saudi Green Initiative. Launching Careem Bike in Madinah is the first step in our ambition to make Saudi Arabian cities more bicycle-friendly and support the Kingdom’s sustainability goals. The Careem Everything App now provides multiple services in Saudi Arabia, simplifying mobility, delivery and payments for millions of people. We’re excited to simplify even more lives with Careem Bike in Madinah in partnership with ALMQR Development Company.”
The Madinah Municipality has invested in 70km of bike path to connect key transport links, districts and tourist sites across the city including Al Mughaisilah, Al Qaswa Garden, Al-Hijra walkway, As Salam Rd, Al-Haram area, Hejaz Railway Museum, Iskan, King Fahd Park, King Fahd Road walk, Qiba Road, Sultana Road and Al-Tilal.
Sami Amin, Senior Director of Smart Mobility at Careem Bike stated, “It’s wonderful to see so many Madinah residents and visitors using Careem Bike to travel around, complete their daily commutes and enjoy time outdoors. Our network of bicycles can be accessed easily from 60 stations across the city, with 70 kilometres of bicycle paths seamlessly linking key landmarks and public transport networks. We’re excited to introduce Careem Bike into even more cities across Saudi Arabia to promote sustainable transport across the Kingdom.”
Majid Al-Shalhoub, CEO of ALMQR Development Company, stated, “This first-ever public network of electric bicycles and scooters in Madinah enhances quality of life and helps make the city’s transport network more connected and more sustainable. We’re pleased to partner with Careem to advance the Kingdom’s agenda for sustainability and the Vision 2030 goal of elevating quality of life.”
To use a Careem Bike in Madinah simply sign into the Careem app, choose a plan that fits your schedule, and let the app guide you to a nearby station. Unlock your bike with a quick scan of a QR code, pull the handlebars, and you’re ready to navigate the city with comfort and ease.
Residents and guests in Madinah can choose from a daily pass at SAR 25, a week-long pass for SAR 55, a monthly option at SAR 85, and an annual subscription costing SAR 480.
The Careem Everything App simplifies life for over 10 million customers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, facilitating transportation and everyday needs with a few simple clicks. Every month around 70,000 Saudi nationals benefit from using the Careem platform to access flexible earning opportunities.
