SM Supermalls’ bike-friendly initiatives shine at Mobility Awards 2023

DAILY TRIBUNE·8 January 2024, 12:01 am·1 min read

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SM Supermalls’ bike-friendly initiatives shine at Mobility Awards 2023 — SM City Fairview holds a Bike Fest event in celebration of World Bicycle Day.

SM Supermalls recently clinched accolades at the Mobility Awards 2023, with 13 SM malls recognized as establishments that champion sustainable and bicycle-friendly practices in the Philippines.

SM Mall of Asia was awarded a silver as the "Top 2 Most Bicycle-Friendly Large Establishment." Other Silver Awardees included SM Center Pasig, SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, SM City Angono, SM Cherry Antipolo, SM City Baguio, SM Seaside City Cebu and SM Lanang in Davao.

SM Lanang in Davao's 'Bike My Way' program nurtures a love for cycling among children and teens, transforming the mall into a safe haven for aspiring cyclists and enthusiasts. | PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF SM SUPERMALLS

The Bronze Awardees included SM City North Edsa, SM City Fairview, SM City Manila and SM City San Lazaro.

"At SM Supermalls, we believe in promoting a healthier and more environmentally conscious lifestyle. Receiving these recognitions motivates us to continue innovating and enhancing our facilities to better serve the needs of our cycling community," said SM Supermalls' president Steven Tan.

SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, advocates for the bike-riding community through the Bike-Friendly SM Program. Recognizing biking as a safe and economical alternative amid the pandemic, SM has established bike-friendly infrastructures strategically placed at key locations.

At SM Mall of Asia, an extensive network of 18 kilometers features both shared and dedicated bike lanes, complemented by well-placed bike racks, vending machines and service repair stations, collectively enriching the biking experience.
This commitment to enhancing cycling is mirrored across SM Supermalls, evident in initiatives such as SM Seaside City Cebu's 1.6km of designated bike lanes, a sprawling 2.1-hectare bike trail at SM Center Pulilan in Bulacan, bike lanes at SM City Marikina and a collaborative effort with SM City Iloilo to actively promote cycling culture.

Boasting more than 500 bike racks and 80 repair stations nationwide, SM Supermalls ensures a safe and pleasant environment for bike commuters. Through collaborative efforts with the Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, European embassies and cycling advocacy groups, SM has developed educational materials such as the Biker's Manual and Bike Safety Videos dedicated to promoting road safety and proper biking etiquette.