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BIKETOWN project: a strategic partnership between the city of Portland and sports equipment manufacturer Nike

Benchmark Governance and Partnerships Urbanism and Placemaking
BIKETOWN project : un partenariat stratégique entre la ville de Portland et l’équipementier sportif Nike

SUMMARY

Nike has signed a 5-year partnership agreement with the city of Portland to develop a transportation offer focused on soft mobility, thanks to a self-service bicycle system. The aim is to offer a "smarter" service and extend its scope, while limiting the cost to the community. In return, the bikes are branded Nike. The partnership demonstrates the company's commitment to improving the quality of life of local residents and enhances its image. It also fits in perfectly with the company's philosophy of encouraging people to take up sport.

Keywords: development, territorial anchoring, bike share, mobility, public-private partnership, placemaking, quality of life, transportation, bicycle, bike sharing, Nike, Portland, Oregon, United States
Illustration : Jonathan Maus (c)

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