New bike hub makes getting a bargain as easy as riding a bike
A new “Bike Hub” has opened at the Reuse Shop at Hazlehead Recycling Centre to sell refurbished bikes, diverted from our recycling centres.
A second hub is set to follow as part of the new Recycling Centre on Claymore Drive, Bridge of Don, opening this autumn.
Aberdeen City Council Co-Leader Councillor Ian Yuill said: “The Reuse Shop at Hazlehead Recycling Centre has gone from strength to strength, breathing new life into unwanted household items.
“Reuse helps divert materials away from recycling and incineration. This helps to reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a circular economy, helping us meet our net zero goals, and supporting “green” jobs in the repair and retail sectors."
Net Zero, Environment, and Transport Vice-convenor Miranda Radley added: “We would like to thank our partners for their work to bring the Bike Hub to life.
“As well as supporting reuse, the project increases opportunities for active travel for our residents, by offering access to pre-loved bikes that are fully safety checked.”
Nine year old Phoebe, who was visiting the Reuse Shop, said: “I got my bike two years ago from someone who outgrew it. I’m always riding it and it’s so much fun. I’m happy now that more kids in Aberdeen can get good, reused bikes.”
Colin Forshaw, Production Operations Manager at SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, said: “SUEZ has always been a champion of reuse and we’re very proud of The Reuse Shop which not only offers everyday items at a low cost for residents of Aberdeen, saving items from going to waste, but also supports local community projects through a fund generated from the proceeds.
“This new partnership means that we can now add another spindle to our wheel, and we look forward to seeing people out on their bikes this summer.”
The new scheme is a collaboration with Stella’s Voice, CycleHub.Org, and SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK. The scheme sees unwanted bikes delivered to a local workshop where qualified mechanics repair and safety test bikes to ensure they are roadworthy. A selection of refurbished adult and kids bikes are now available to Aberdeen residents at the Reuse Shop, just in time for the Summer holidays.
Aberdeen’s residents are encouraged to clear out unwanted bikes from garages and garden sheds and drop these off at Hazlehead recycling centre where they will be given a new lease of life.