According to Bruxelles Mobilité, official notices are currently being sent to all affected operators requiring them to remove vehicles tied to cancelled licenses from the public space by September 1, 2026. Camille Thiry, spokesperson for Bruxelles Mobilité, stated that the measure applies to both self-service scooters and shared bicycles operated by Dott, Bolt, and VOI.
Official Removal Order for Shared Scooters and Bicycles
The enforcement follows an annulment by the Council of State. Authorities are allowing time for operators to adjust due to the summer period and operational constraints associated with collecting the vehicles, according to Bruxelles Mobilité. The removal mandate specifically targets Dott, Bolt, and VOI, while leaving Villo! bicycles unaffected by the current order.
Did You Know? The removal directive issued by Bruxelles Mobilité explicitly exempts Villo! bicycles, focusing solely on the fleets belonging to Dott, Bolt, and VOI.
Stakeholder Consultations and Regulatory Outlook
Bruxelles Mobilité has invited all sector operators to a consultation meeting scheduled for mid-August. The discussion will examine the consequences of the Council of State ruling and explore potential next steps. While the Regional authorities aim to end the presence of shared scooters in public spaces following the recent events, officials are simultaneously developing a new regulatory framework that could allow operators to continue offering shared bicycles in Brussels.
While the timeline for scooter removal is fixed through the official notices, the development of a new regulatory framework may establish a viable path forward for shared bicycle services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles must be removed from the public space?
The removal order applies to self-service scooters and shared bicycles operated by Dott, Bolt, and VOI.
Are Villo! bicycles affected by the removal order?
No, the current removals do not concern Villo! bicycles.
What is the deadline for the removal of the vehicles?
Everything must be removed from the public space by September 1, 2026.
How will the upcoming mid-August meeting between Bruxelles Mobilité and operators shape the future of shared transport in the capital?
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