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Bicycle leasing in international trade, transportation and logistics (PC 226) - How to get started?

Elke Swinnen
27
Dec
2024
27
Dec
2024
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3
min read
2 people lease a bike through their employer

Do you work in the transport sector under joint committee 226? Great news! With bike leasing, you and your team can say goodbye to traffic jams and parking hassles. It’s a win for your wallet, your health, and the planet. Let’s dive into how bike leasing works, the benefits, and how to get started.

What are the benefits of bike leasing?

The transport sector comes with its own unique challenges: tight schedules, parking nightmares, and a hefty carbon footprint. So why wouldn’t you jump on a (leased) bike? Here are (only some of) the benefits.👇

For you as an employer:

  • Sustainable practices: Let’s face it, international transport isn’t exactly the poster child for sustainability... But with bike leasing, you can show you’re serious about green mobility. Bonus: instant karma points. 🌱
  • Employer branding on point: Become the company everyone wants to work for. Attract top talent and keep your dream team intact.
  • No extra costs: Possibly the best perk — bike leasing is entirely budget-neutral.Say what? Yep, you heard it right. 💸


For your employees:

  • Cheaper than buying: A lease bike can save up to 40%, thanks to payments through gross salary. Plus, Joule’s service packages are 100% tax-deductible.
  • Health boost & chill vibes: Daily cycling is great for the body and helps clear the mind. It’s way cheaper than a yoga retreat, trust us.
  • Extra perks: Employees get a tax-free bike allowance and can lease accessories and insurance at a sweet discount.

What are the conditions for bike leasing under joint committee 226?

Before you get started, there are a few boxes to tick:

  1. Your company must be based in Belgium. 🇧🇪
  2. You’ll need a collective labor agreement (CLA) or tweak your work regulations slightly. Don’t panic — it’s easier than it sounds. Joule’s got your back!
  3. A cafeteria plan is helpful but not a dealbreaker: Many companies offer bike leasing through a cafeteria plan, where employees can use, for example, their end-of-year bonus.

How does bike leasing work?

For employees, leasing a bike is a breeze:

  1. Pick a bike: Whether it’s an e-bike, city bike, or speed pedelec, the choice is theirs.
  2. No paperwork headaches: We handle the admin side with your employees, so you can focus on what you do best.
  3. Smart payments: The leasing cost comes straight from their gross salary or year-end bonus — tax advantage included
  4. Maintenance and insurance included: Joule takes care of everything; your team just has to enjoy the ride.
  5. Buy the bike later: At the end of the contract, employees can buy the bike for a steal.

Why choose Joule?

At Joule, we make bike leasing easy and tailored to your needs. Here’s what you can expect from us:

  • Full support: We’ll help you draft a CLA, handle the paperwork, and ensure clear communication with your employees.
  • Personal guidance : We’re here to answer all your questions. Except on weekends — we’ll be out riding. 🚲
  • Flexibility: Our solutions are customized to fit your company, whether you need 1 bike or 500.

Ready to roll?

Thinking, “Hmm, sounds good, but I need a bit more info?” Check out this guide on creating the perfect lease plan !

Ready to get started? Awesome! We’ll make sure the process runs smoothly, so your team can soon pedal to work with a smile. 🚲

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Elke Swinnen
27
Dec
2024
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3
min read
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