Amiens Métropole in the news

Amiens Métropole is supporting the relocation of Tiamat's R&D to the city, transforming the Ÿnsect site into a data center, managing its growing tree heritage, and implementing a book reuse program.

Amiens launches a six-year social project, "Amiens solidaire," focusing on support, rights, education, accessibility, social ties, and inclusion through participatory workshops.

The Video Mapping Festival will illuminate Amiens on October 16 and 17, transforming seven locations with graphic animations and optical illusions for a 2 km magical urban experience.

Amiens Métropole is concerned about the potential transformation of six local post offices, including two within its territory, which could lead to reduced services and human presence.

Dreuil-lès-Amiens, a village close to Amiens Métropole, is expanding its services, including a new after-school care program and a planned village hall renovation.

Amiens Métropole and Mlife are organizing a job dating event on October 14 to connect students with apprenticeship opportunities.

Customs officers at Roissy Airport seized 29 scorpions from Ghana, which were then taken in by the Amiens Métropole Zoo, where they will be displayed to the public to raise awareness about exotic species trafficking.

Waste collection schedules are exceptionally modified for Tuesday, October 6th, with specific instructions for residents and a cancellation of the 9:30 AM city-center merchant collection.

Amiens Métropole adjusted waste collection schedules on October 6 due to student protests, with early starts, reinforced teams, and specific instructions for residents in affected areas.

The Grand Prix d'Amiens Métropole successfully drew a large crowd with free entry, good weather, and entertainment.

The article announces the Grand Prix d'Amiens Metropole on October 3, 2026, including details on participants, predictions, video results, and horse shoeing.

The Marathon de la Somme on October 3rd, 2026, in Amiens, features 100km, marathon, and half-marathon races, with bib collection starting September 30th and online registration closing September 27th.

Frédéric Fauvet was elected mayor of Amiens and president of Amiens Métropole in March 2026, aiming to unite the community.

Amiens Métropole Zoo received 29 smuggled Emperor scorpions from Ghana, seized at Roissy Airport, and is now caring for the 17 survivors.

Amiens cultural institutions now allow online payment for all visits and activities, unifying booking and payment processes.

The MFest, a biennial international puppet festival, will take place in Amiens over six days across twelve venues, also launching a new regional puppet arts network.

The Children's Market, featuring stalls, workshops, and games, will be held on October 3rd at the belfry, organized by the Federation of French Markets of the Somme and the City of Amiens.

Amiens Métropole is conducting a final public consultation for the Hotoie park renovation, aiming to transform it into a climate-resilient green space by enhancing biodiversity and accessibility.

Amiens expanded its urban heating network with a new biomass boiler plant in Salouël, increasing renewable energy use with local wood waste.

Amiens Métropole is addressing social emergencies by providing housing for vulnerable populations, joining Anvita for unconditional reception, and offering aid for disaster relief while also planning a public art installation.