The Brussels-Capital Region has decided to ban shared electric scooters from 2027. This measure follows numerous accidents recorded in the Belgian capital, which saw 666 people injured in 2025. Regional authorities believe that this mode of transport presents too great a risk to public safety.
A decision aligned with neighboring capitals
Brussels is following in the footsteps of other major European capitals that have taken similar decisions. Paris was the first to ban these devices in September 2023, followed by Madrid. Faced with increasing accident rates and complaints from residents about chaotic parking, several major cities have gradually tightened their stance.
Operators forced to withdraw
This ban marks a turning point in the urban mobility policy of the Belgian capital. Scooter-sharing operators now have less than two years to adapt their business model or withdraw from the Brussels market. The region will also have to consider alternatives to maintain sustainable transportation options in its city center.
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