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The HAVN is the bicycle shed of the future, a concept. It’s a locker. And a charger. And yes, also a bicycle shed. All in one.

What product or which service does the startup provide?
The HAVN is the bicycle shed of the future, a concept. It’s a locker. And a charger. And yes, also a bicycle shed. All in one. Comfortable, ergonomic, safe, and completely in line with the lifestyle of the long-distance cyclist. With an electronic lock for the locker and the bicycle. The e-lock is controlled by the user with an App. Everything digitally secured with an alarm service. The HAVN has a mirror incorporated to lay your hair correctly and to paint your lips. It is the place where (fast) e-bikers turn into walkers again. “Where mobility meets everyday life.”

Who are the products or services intended for?
The (fast) e-biker who is attracted by the riding comfort (supported when pedaling, no sweat). This (fast) e-biker wears a helmet, fluorescent clothing, sturdy gloves, and has extra rain gear. In contrast to a classic long-distance cyclist, such an e-biker does not wear sporty pants or does not have to shower on arrival. She or he gets off the bicycle as it got out of the car before. Dressed in normal clothing, such a cyclist expects the same comfort on arrival as what he experiences when arriving by car. Arrives at work, library, hospital, shopping street, concert hall, restaurant, university, college, station, apartment building, doctor, …

Which problem does the startup solve exactly?
HAVN’s service for the challenges of the (e)biker:
– Leaving the expensive (fast) e-bike safely behind:
– Detect theft, alarm procedure starts.
– No damage from other bicycles in the shed.
– Charging the e-bike.
– Keep charger safe while charging.
– Safely store the helmet close to the bicycle. (cfr. the motorcyclist stores the helmet in a motorcycle case).
– Leave the necessary extra (protective) clothing behind.
– Safe storage of on-the-go purchases.
– Lay the hair well. Possibly the lipsticks. Things you do in the privacy of a car before you step out into the world.