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The latest active travel funding allocations provide local authorities with a valuable opportunity to plan, develop and deliver walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure over the coming years. With allocations now set out across the 2026/27 to 2029/30 funding period, councils and combined authorities have greater visibility to bring forward schemes that support healthier, safer and more sustainable travel choices. For local authorities, this funding presents an opportunity not only to improve routes and public realm infrastructure, but also to invest in the supporting facilities that make active travel practical for everyday journeys. Secure and accessible cycle parking is a key part of this, helping residents, commuters, pupils and visitors feel confident choosing cycling as a reliable mode of transport. Falco works closely...
Falco is pleased to announce that it has upgraded to a Modeshift Premium Membership, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to supporting sustainable transport, active travel and healthier journeys across the UK. Having been a Modeshift member for many years, Falco’s move to Premium Membership reflects the company’s continued ambition to work more closely with local authorities, schools, transport professionals and public sector organisations to deliver high-quality cycle parking infrastructure that helps make active travel a practical everyday choice. As part of this continued commitment, Falco is also pleased to offer Modeshift members an exclusive 5% discount on all orders, helping members access high-quality cycle parking solutions while maximising value across active travel projects. Falco has extensive experience designing, manufacturing, supplying and installing cycle...
Public sector organisations looking to deliver cycle parking infrastructure can reduce the time and complexity of procurement by accessing Falco through the NHS Shared Business Services Public Sector Framework Agreement. Rather than undertaking a lengthy standalone tender process, eligible organisations can use the framework to procure high-quality cycle parking infrastructure through an agreement that has already been competitively tendered to provide best value. This can help accelerate project timelines, reduce administrative burden and support the faster delivery of active travel facilities across public sector sites. Falco has been awarded the Cycle Parking and Infrastructure framework agreement by NHS Shared Business Services, covering the delivery, supply, installation, management and maintenance of cycle parking infrastructure and associated services. The framework includes everything from standard...
Falco is proud to celebrate the fantastic efforts of Netty Barlow, Finance Manager, and Ruby Owen, Finance Assistant, who took part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life Pretty Muddy 5k at Central Forest Park, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent on Sunday 26th July. Together, Netty and Ruby raised an impressive £425 for Cancer Research UK, taking on the mud-filled obstacle course in true Falco style. This year’s fancy dress theme saw Netty dressed as Snow White, while Ruby took on the role of Grumpy — although judging by the smiles, laughter and fundraising total, there was very little to be grumpy about! The Pretty Muddy 5k saw participants climb, crawl and slide their way around a series of obstacles, all while raising vital funds...
Bike hangars have become one of the most recognisable forms of secure cycle parking across the UK, and in the right setting, they play a valuable role. In high-density urban areas, particularly where residents live in flats, terraces or shared accommodation with limited private storage, bike hangars provide a practical residential parking solution. They help local authorities create secure on-street cycle storage in areas where people may not have access to a garage, shed or private garden. However, when it comes to destination cycle parking, a different approach is often required. Residential Parking and Destination Parking Are Not the Same A successful cycle parking strategy should begin with one simple question: where is the cyclist going to use it? Residential cycle parking is designed for...
Falco is proud to celebrate the fantastic achievement of Owen Denny, Operations Assistant, who completed the Manchester Half Marathon on Sunday 31st May while raising an incredible £4,880 for Breast Cancer Now. The event saw approximately 35,000 runners take part, creating an inspiring atmosphere across the city as thousands of participants came together to challenge themselves and raise money for important causes. Owen’s fundraising efforts were particularly impressive, with his final total placing him as the fifth largest fundraiser. Taking on the challenge in support of his mum, Owen showed real commitment throughout his training and fundraising journey. His achievement reflects not only personal determination, but also the generosity of family, friends, colleagues and supporters who helped him reach such an outstanding...
Since 1951, Falco has evolved from a modest metal workshop into a European leader in public space design and urban infrastructure. The secret to our longevity? A 75-year commitment to family-owned values, in-house manufacturing excellence, and sustainable, tailor-made B2B solutions. For three-quarters of a century, Falco has been shaping the landscape of public and corporate spaces. What began as a local entrepreneurial venture has matured into a modern, international manufacturing company recognised for its uncompromised quality and focus on the green transition. The cornerstone was laid in 1951 by Franz Friesacher Sr. and Francis Luttikholt. Today, as the fourth generation of the Friesacher family steps into active roles, the company remains guided by the same core principles: professionalism, down-to-earth business acumen, and...
Falco has been a family company with its own production site for over 70 years. Sustainability was in our DNA from the very beginning and this is reflected within our complete range of modular cycle parking and shelter products, all designed with full circularity in mind.
All products ranges are contemporary and durable, typical of a Falco product. Falco has been at the forefront of the cycle parking and street furniture market and has built up a renowned reputation for manufacturing products that exceed in both design and durability.
Falco’s operations have supported the Circular Economy for many years, simply manufacturing products with environmentally friendly products, that can last for decades and at the end of the product life can be 100% recycled and manufactured back into a brand new product.
