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Reuters
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Reuters
Beam Mobility and Neuron to Merge, Solidifying APAC E-Scooter Leadership
SINGAPORE, July 21, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- Leading international e-scooter operators Beam Mobility, opens new tab and Neuron Mobility, opens new tab have signed a preliminary agreement, opens new tab as they work towards a merger that will solidify their micromobility leadership in Asia Pacific. The merger of the two Singapore-headquartered companies will bring together strong industry expertise, laying a solid foundation for profitability, scalable growth, and long-term success. Completion of the transaction is expected within 60 days, subject to customary closing conditions. The combined company will operate in over 100 cities and will retain both the Beam and Neuron brands, deploying each in their strongest markets. Neuron is a market leader in Australia and Canada, while Beam's strong presence in South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Turkey, as well as their recent launch in the U.S., unlocks exciting new opportunities. Neuron Mobility's co-founder and CEO, Zachary Wang, will lead the combined company as chairman and global CEO. He will be supported by Beam Mobility's CEO and co-founder, Alan Jiang, who will become the CEO of Asia. Beam's president, and fellow co-founder, Deb Gangopadhyay, will become a strategic advisor while shaping the industry with groups like the Open Mobility Foundation. Further leadership appointments will be announced in due course. The new company will be headquartered in Singapore. Zachary Wang, opens new tab, CEO of Neuron Mobility, said: "We are excited to share our plans to bring together the strengths of both companies, creating a truly global e-scooter operator with a clear path to profitability. The combined company will leverage Neuron's leadership in Australia and Canada, along with Beam's strong presence in South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Turkey, while also unlocking new opportunities for growth.' Alan Jiang, opens new tab, CEO of Beam Mobility, said: "The deal unlocks a wealth of exciting opportunities, allowing us to leverage the best of both companies. As well as strengthening our position in Australia and New Zealand, Beam's large vehicle fleet and expertise in permit-based and emerging markets, combined with Neuron's strong track record in tender-based markets, will provide a solid foundation for sustainable growth and international expansion." Deb Gangopadhyay, opens new tab, president of Beam Mobility, said: 'I'm incredibly proud of what we've built at Beam over the past seven years. This merger unites two of the most innovative companies, and I'm excited to support the combined company as a strategic advisor. I'm also looking forward to shaping the future of our industry through leadership and collaboration with key organisations such as the Open Mobility Foundation.' Existing Neuron Mobility investors, including Square Peg Capital and GSR Ventures, along with Beam Mobility's investors, including Affirma Capital, Hana Ventures, and Peak XV Partners, will all take a stake in the new company. Media Contact Beam Mobilitypress@ ### SOURCE: Beam Mobility Copyright 2025 EZ Newswire See release on EZ Newswire
Sydney Morning Herald
05-06-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
City of Perth suspends e-scooter hire in wake of fatal CBD crash
The City of Perth will suspend the hiring of e-scooters from midday on Thursday after a British tourist allegedly hit and killed a 51-year-old man in the CBD. Alicia Kemp, 24, allegedly struck Thanh Phan from behind at the intersection of King Street and Murray Street while riding an e-scooter drunk and at speeds of up to 20-25km/h on Saturday night. Phan was rushed to hospital in a critical condition, while Kemp was arrested and charged at the scene. On Tuesday, her charges were upgraded to dangerous driving occasioning bodily harm and dangerous driving occasioning death after Phan died in hospital. In a statement, City of Perth Deputy Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds described Phan's death as a 'tragic event' and said his thoughts were with the man's family during 'this very sad time'. 'In response to the fatality, the City of Perth has suspended the hiring of e-scooters from 12pm today (Thursday),' he said. Further details on the suspension will be released later on Thursday. Neuron Mobility, one of the two major players operating e-scooters in Perth, have responded to the suspension. A spokesperson said they respected the decision to temporarily ban the e-scooters while the investigation into Phan's death continues.
The Age
05-06-2025
- The Age
City of Perth suspends e-scooter hire in wake of fatal CBD crash
The City of Perth will suspend the hiring of e-scooters from midday on Thursday after a British tourist allegedly hit and killed a 51-year-old man in the CBD. Alicia Kemp, 24, allegedly struck Thanh Phan from behind at the intersection of King Street and Murray Street while riding an e-scooter drunk and at speeds of up to 20-25km/h on Saturday night. Phan was rushed to hospital in a critical condition, while Kemp was arrested and charged at the scene. On Tuesday, her charges were upgraded to dangerous driving occasioning bodily harm and dangerous driving occasioning death after Phan died in hospital. In a statement, City of Perth Deputy Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds described Phan's death as a 'tragic event' and said his thoughts were with the man's family during 'this very sad time'. 'In response to the fatality, the City of Perth has suspended the hiring of e-scooters from 12pm today (Thursday),' he said. Further details on the suspension will be released later on Thursday. Neuron Mobility, one of the two major players operating e-scooters in Perth, have responded to the suspension. A spokesperson said they respected the decision to temporarily ban the e-scooters while the investigation into Phan's death continues.
CBC
12-02-2025
- Automotive
- CBC
On-demand handbikes and adult tricycles coming to Waterloo region streets
On-demand scooters and e-bikes are set return to the streets of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo this spring and later this year, more accessible options are expected to be made available to people. Neuron Mobility, which for the past two years has operated the program that offers the scooters and e-bikes for rent, will add handcycles and adult tricycles to their fleet. "This will be the first of its kind that we're aware of in Canada where we'll be diversifying the fleet for vehicles for those with mobility impairments," Isaac Ransom, head of corporate affairs with Neuron Mobility Canada, told councillors during a committee meeting on Tuesday. "Each of these provides a a different need and based on our conversations leading up to the development of this program, these seem to be the two most suitable devices to proceed forward with," he said. "We are excited to bring these to to market this year." In 2024, Neuron Mobility reported close to 173,700 rides were taken on scooters and e-bikes, totalling over 288,000 kilometers travelled. Regional councillors also voted to extend the contract with Neuron Mobility until November 2029, which coincides with the province extending the electric kick-scooter pilot project for an additional five years after it was set to end this year. The decision made during committee on Tuesday was ratified during a special council meeting later on Tuesday. In a release following that decision, regional Chair Karen Redman said the program is helping people choose "sustainable travel options" which is helping the region meet its climate action goals. "For me, it's particularly exciting when we see residents use Neuron to connect with transit, opening up an easy way to quickly move across our city and broader regional community," Redman said.
