In this edition of Bike Europe: Rebooting the broken supply chain is essential - Bicycle business mood has turned since June - Cargobike industry weighs in on e-bike classification debate - EU extends anti-dumping duty on Chinese bicycles - "Our objective is to grow in relevance" - Polana Bikes targets OEM growth from Polish base
TACHERTING, Germany - An investor has secured the future of bicycle component brand Syntace and the off-road bicycle brand Liteville. The new entity, SL International, has acquired all assets of both entities and was given a temporary helping hand from a well-known German industry participant for the acquisition. No details were provided on the purchase price.
ZEIST, The Netherlands - The latest edition of Bike Europe magazine (issue 4/2025) is now available to read online in our digital magazine section. This edition highlights how the carefully knitted global network of bicycle component manufacturers, brands, assemblers and distributors is still under pressure. The industry is unable to regain control of the supply chain after major disruptions during the pandemic, in combination with an overestimated market potential. It is not only a self-inflicted problem; finding solutions also requires drastic steps.
CHICAGO, United States — Performance component brand SRAM has announced two critical expansions to its distribution networks this winter season, enhancing service proximity and global reach through strategic distribution partnerships. These new distribution networks in South Africa and Eastern Europe reflect the company's focus on capturing growing demand in the bicycle aftermarket.
POZZOLEONE, Italy - For Selle Royal Group, 2025 signalled the first signs of recovery after a challenging 2024. To adapt to market conditions and lay the groundwork for future growth, the group approved a capital increase. This step was highlighted in the company's financial report for the period from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025.
