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The UK Government, in collaboration with Active Travel England (ATE), has recently announced a significant new initiative designed to make walking and cycling more accessible across England. The £291m fund aims to improve infrastructure and provide better facilities for those who choose greener, healthier modes of transport. This funding will primarily be directed towards local councils, providing them with the resources needed to enhance cycling and walking facilities in communities nationwide. The purpose of the new funding is to assist local authorities to implement measures to create a safer environment for everybody, by reducing vehicular traffic and encouraging the use of cycling and walking as an alternative mode of transport. The longer term aim of the funding is to provide significant...
Falco welcomes the recent joint statement from the Mayors of England’s Combined Authorities, setting out a shared commitment to transform walking, wheeling and cycling across the country. With an initial focus on the school run, the vision to deliver more than 3,500 miles of safer routes connecting schools with neighbourhoods, high streets and transport hubs represents a significant step towards healthier, more sustainable communities. This integrated approach to mobility is designed to encourage 20 million people to become more active daily, while also supporting wider goals such as new housing development and local economic growth. This closely aligns with Falco’s experience working with local authorities, schools, transport providers and community organisations across the UK. As a long-standing supporter of active travel, Falco...
Falco is delighted to celebrate a significant milestone for Gary Leese, who this month marks his tenth anniversary with the company. Gary joined Falco UK in August 2015, bringing with him over a decade of experience in the manufacturing and construction industry. Prior to Falco, he worked as an Area Sales and Key Account Manager for a market-leading manufacturer of construction equipment, selling products across the UK, USA and Middle Eastern markets. As Technical Sales Manager, Gary plays a vital role in providing sales support throughout the UK, assisting designers, architects and specifiers in achieving cost-effective and practical solutions for their cycle parking and shelter projects. Over the past decade, Gary has become a key point of contact for many of Falco’s...
Falco was proud to see two of our team members once again take part in this year’s Pretty Muddy 5k charity event in Stoke-on-Trent in support of Cancer Research UK. Our long-standing Finance Manager, Netty Barlow – who has championed this cause for several years – was joined this time by Apprentice Ruby Owen, as the duo tackled the fun-yet-challenging 5k obstacle course through Central Forest Park in Hanley on Sunday 27th July. Together, the pair raised an incredible £1,100 for Cancer Research UK, helping to support vital research into cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. From crawling through muddy tunnels to scrambling over inflatable obstacles, Netty and Ruby completed the course with big smiles and an even bigger sense of achievement. Commenting on...
The Falco Group is proud to announce it has boosted its environmental credentials and become a group FSC® certified organisation, making use of sustainable hardwood throughout its entire product range. The accreditation comes at an important time for Falco, as the company continues to grow its business and invest in long term manufacturing and developing home grown quality within it’s European OEM production plant. This means that all Falco products utilising hardwood will now be manufactured from 100% sustainalbe hardwood as standard – this includes all our shelters and stores, seating and general street furniture. Jeremy Green, Managing Director at Falco UK added “This is fantastic news, for us and for our clients. Quality is becoming more and more of an issue as...
We’re proud to announce that Falco has renewed its partnership with Modeshift, the UK’s leading sustainable travel organisation, for a second consecutive year! This renewed commitment highlights our shared dedication to promoting active and sustainable travel across the UK — and continues to bring real savings to Modeshift members. As part of the ongoing partnership, all Modeshift members can continue to enjoy an exclusive 5% discount on Falco’s wide range of cycle parking solutions. From secure cycle shelters and racks to innovative cycle hangars and cargo bike parking, our extensive product range is designed to support active travel in schools, workplaces, and communities nationwide. Whether you’re looking to enhance cycle parking facilities for staff, students, or visitors, Falco has a robust, secure,...
Cities around the world are increasingly embracing cycling as a key part of their transportation infrastructure, and this shift is bringing about significant environmental, economic, and social changes. As urban populations grow and cities become more congested, cycling is proving to be a sustainable, cost-effective, and inclusive mode of transportation. In this article, we’ll explore the many benefits of cycling and how it’s reshaping the way we live in cities. 1. Environmental Benefits of Cycling Cities are facing significant environmental challenges, from rising pollution levels to climate change. Cycling offers a simple, efficient, and eco-friendly solution to reduce the carbon footprint of urban areas. Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Cycling produces zero emissions, helping to lower the overall carbon footprint of cities. By...
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.
