Cycling Ahead: Innovative Benelux Policy & Concepts for Shifting Society
This gathering will bring together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders from across the Benelux to exchange fresh insights and practical ideas on how cycling can continue to shape a more sustainable and connected society.
Program :
- Reception & coffee (09:00)
- Welcome by the Secretary-General of the Benelux Union, Frans Weekers (09:30–09:45)
- Video message by the Minister of Mobility (LU), Yuriko Backes (09:45–09:50)
- Presentation on the economic impact of cycling by TM Leuven and RVO (09:50–10:20)
- Presentation on last mile delivery by Willem-Frederik Schiltz, CEO CargoVélo and former member of the Benelux Parliament (10:20–10:35)
- Coffee break (10:35–10:55)
- Panel discussion on new cycling concepts with representatives from the sector and policy experts – moderated by Laurianne Krid, CEO at ECF (10:55–11:45)
- Presentation by the Benelux cycling associations, reflecting on lessons learned and looking ahead on cycling policy and cross-border infrastructure (11:45–12:15)
- Real-life examples of bicycle theft and recovery (12:15–12:30)
- Handover of the Benelux Declaration on Bicycle Theft Prevention, with Director International Affairs of the Luxembourg Police Mr. Florent Goniva (12:30–12:45)
- Lunch (12:45)
