Supported by Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Shopping Centre, MOSA Launches Smart & Secure Parking Docks Promoting Worry-Free Cycling
London, November 15, 2024 – MOSA, a leader in secure bike parking solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of a smart bike parking trial at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City through SHIFT, London’s leading innovation catalyst initiative, showcasing advanced solutions for active, eco-friendly travel. This pilot program, supported by QEOP and Westfield Stratford City’s commitment to promoting sustainable mobility, brings 20 state-of-the-art, app-operated smart bike docks to prime locations within these popular destinations.
Empowering Cyclists, Inspiring Active Travel
Located at strategic destinations within the park—outside the London Aquatics Centre, Timber Lodge, and Copper Box Arena—as well as Westfield Stratford City, these smart docks offer enhanced bike security without the need for heavy locks. The innovative docking system, accessible via the MOSA app, allows cyclists to lock and unlock with ease, freeing them to explore without worry.
“Through this initiative, we’re excited to collaborate with top-tier partners like Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City, leveraging innovation to inspire and support active travel,” said Josh Liu, Founder of MOSA. “With their involvement, we’re confident they will set an example that others will follow, encouraging more responsible landlords to join this movement for worry-free bike parking”
“SHIFT is excited to partner with MOSA to bring smart bike parking docks to key locations in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park,” shared Abdul Rahim, Chief Innovation Officer at SHIFT. “It’s another wonderful collaboration that celebrates the best of east London’s innovation, scaling mobility systems that benefit both the city and the cycling community.”
“Partnering with MOSA on this pilot initiative brings active, hassle-free travel within easy reach for our visitors" commented Chris Betts, General Manager at Westfield Stratford City. “This innovative bike docking solution enhances both security and convenience for our shoppers, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable travel options.”
Try It Yourself and Be Part of the Future of Bike Parking
Cyclists visiting Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City are encouraged to participate in the trial, which runs from November 16, 2024, to January 17, 2025. The smart docks, which are battery-operated and weather-sealed, are accessible for all park and shopping centre visitors, delivering peace of mind and a seamless parking experience. Look out for signage at each location for instructions, and visit www.mosa.to/dock-trial for more information.
Join us in this exciting step toward a more sustainable, bike-friendly London and be a part of the future of bike parking!
Installation and De-installation Details
• Install Date: Friday, November 15, 2024
• De-install Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
About Our Partners
SHIFT
SHIFT enables innovators of all sizes to find, test, and scale up solutions addressing city life’s major challenges, focusing on Mobility, Climate, Health, and Wellbeing. As a cross-sector collaboration, SHIFT brings together businesses, academia, the public sector, and local communities to foster learning, collaboration, and innovation. With Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park as its 560-acre real-world testing ground, SHIFT has trialed solutions from ingenious fast-food packaging to autonomous public transit.
Learn more at shiftlondon.co.uk | X: @london_shift
Westfield Stratford City
Since opening in September 2011, Westfield Stratford City has rapidly become the UK’s leading retail and leisure destination, attracting 50 million visitors annually. Positioned at the gateway to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the centre offers stunning views of London and houses over 315 stores and 80 dining outlets. Westfield Stratford City stands as a premier leisure hub, boasting three hotels, the UK’s largest All Star Lanes bowling alley, a 20-screen all-digital Vue cinema, and London’s largest casino, operated by Aspers. The centre is a cornerstone of East London’s revitalisation, and a lasting legacy of the London 2012 Olympics. By 2027, a projected £25 billion will have been invested in the area, further underscoring the centre’s pivotal role in the region’s ongoing transformation.
Discover more at westfield.com/stratfordcity | X: @westfieldstrat
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Spanning 560 acres, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park offers beautifully landscaped gardens, historic waterways, famous sports venues, a vibrant arts program, and key visitor attractions. Continually transforming, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park supports homes, jobs, and a unique educational and cultural district, housing institutions such as Sadler’s Wells East and UCL East. The London Legacy Development Corporation leads Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park’s commitment to promoting social, economic, and environmental regeneration.
For more, visit QueenElizabethOlympicPark.co.uk | X: @noordinarypark
Cyclists Rejoice: MOSA’s New Smart & Secure Bike Docks Bring Worry-Free Parking to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City
By Josh Liu | 15th November, 2024
