The Rise of Food Delivery Couriers in Tripla: A Look at the Bike Parking Situation
Introduction
Food delivery couriers are not only a common sight at Kaisantunneli’s bike park but also in Tripla.
The Bike Parking Situation in Tripla
According to HS, the newly opened bike park at Kaisantunneli is mainly used by food delivery couriers.
The CEO of Tripla shopping center, Päivi Salonen, confirms to HS that food delivery couriers store their vehicles in some of Tripla’s bike parks. She mentions that this has not caused any significant issues.
Salonen states that there is still plenty of space available, even though bike parks are continuously growing in popularity.
She explains, “The bigger issue is the traditional problem of bikes left in the bike parks, taking up space for active users.”
According to HS’s information, charging facilities have been removed from the bike halls. Salonen mentions that the outlets were removed for safety reasons.
“We cannot monitor the condition of the batteries of vehicles left in the park, so we have assessed that the benefits of enabling charging compared to the potential fire safety risk are lower,” Salonen explains.
Charging facilities have been removed from Tripla’s bike parks.
Bike Parking Facilities in Tripla
According to Salonen, there are a total of 3,400 parking spaces for bikes in Tripla. The spaces are located in the indoor parking halls on the 1st and 3rd floors, as well as in the locations on the station square.
The bike parks feature a bike washing area and tools for minor bike maintenance. The bike parks are free of charge.
There are a total of 500 city commuter parking spaces in the indoor parking halls. Salonen mentions that the maintenance of these spaces has been agreed in a way that Tripla charges the city for the part of the maintenance related to them.
In addition to the bike parks, Tripla also houses Finland’s first bike hotel. Located next to Pasilansilta’s bike park, the bike hotel allows for renting a space for a bike in a locked area for a fee, accessible with a personal access pass. The facility also includes a shower, changing room, and lockable cabinets.
Conclusion
The bike parking situation in Tripla caters to the needs of food delivery couriers and regular commuters alike, offering a range of facilities and services to enhance the biking experience.
FAQ
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