Médio Tejo shared e-bike network wins national urban innovation award

The meioB shared electric bike system, run by the Médio Tejo intermunicipal community, took first place in the Urban Innovation category of the INOVA+ 2026 awards. Launched in June 2024, it now offers over 350 bikes at more than 60 stations across 11 municipalities and has logged over 290,000 kilometres. The first phase cost about €1.5 million, 85% EU-funded. A second phase adds roughly 35 stations and 100 bikes, and the network is due to reach Sardoal. The prize comes with €3,000 and expert help preparing a funding bid.