London Midland has announced that it has won a top cycling award at the National Cycle-Rail Awards 2017.

Velo Birmingham partnered up with the train operating company, and this has been recognised.

Rail Delivery Group organised the awards. They recognised the steps made to encourage Cycle Rail Travel.

The partnership saw 15,000 cyclists travel into the city centre for the start of the closed road race.

London Midland sponsored a team of 60 London Midland riders who took part in the race.

What did the officials say?

Ian McLaren. Who is finance and contracts director at London Midland, said: “It’s really been a great year for cycling at London Midland.  With the Vélo, over £300,000 invested in new cycling infrastructure and now this award win.

“Improving facilities and integration with the rail network for cyclists is an industry priority and one we are proud to be driving our business. Passengers are increasingly choosing bikes as their mode of transport to and from the station. Any move to improve the bike/train interface is extremely positive.

“The Vélo was a landmark event for the Midlands and for our network and it’s extremely encouraging to see that the hard work of all of our colleagues is paying off.”

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