Benzinga | Dec 10, 2021 09:07AM EST

Bird Global Announces Conditional Exclusive Three-Year Contract To Operate E-Scooters In Reno Following Vote By Reno City Council

Bird Set to Operate up to 1,000 Micro-EVs in Reno

Bird Global, Inc. (NYSE:BRDS), a leader in environmentally friendly electric transportation, today announced that it was awarded a conditional exclusive three-year contract to operate e-scooters in Reno after a unanimous vote by the Reno City Council.

Committed to expanding transportation access to its 250,000 residents, "the Biggest Little City in the World" is set to welcome Bird's leading micro-electric vehicles in 2022. The program will feature up to 1,000 Bird scooters and is part of Reno's commitment to eliminating transit deserts throughout the community. Prior to final launch approval, Bird will continue hosting community outreach and engagement events aimed at increasing access to its eco-friendly services.

"Bird is honored to be selected to serve the great city of Reno," said Brian Bucella, Senior Vice President of Consumer Products and Government Partnerships. "We are committed to providing the city bespoke operations and community engagement plans that help meet their goal of increasing transportation access to all residents."