Rosie Burgin

BRUSSELS, Belgium - European manufacturers and operators of cargo bikes are being called upon to participate in an online survey. Led by a group of bicycle associations including Cycling Industries Europe, the cargo bike surveys have been providing valuable insights since 2022.

PADUA, Italy - Extrusion fender manufacturer Eurofender has grown from an ambitious manufacturer of mudguards into a full-fledged European bicycle industry supplier. The recent take-over of tubus and further investments in production processes means that the company is well-placed to weather the current storm. "Our order books are filled for the months ahead," assures founder and CEO Alberto Silvestri.

DHAKA, Bangladesh - In recent years, Bangladesh has raised its profile in bicycle and component production. The country's government is therefore now proposing changes to its customs duties to protect the burgeoning domestic industry.

MUNICH, Germany - For its fourth outing, organiser Huss-Verlag is calling for applicants for the International Cargobike of the Year awards. The award is establishing itself on the market as a platform for rewarding innovation in the young but booming cargo bike industry. The winners will be announced during the IAA Mobility event being held in Munich in September.

LONDON, England - Zoomo, the last-mile electric fleet solution provider, is partnering with cargo bike producer Urban Arrow to enhance its hardware offerings. After a trial period, the European partnership will now see Urban Arrow's e-cargo bikes being fully integrated into Zoomo's all-in-one platform.

MUNICH, Germany - The fourth edition of the World Cycling Forum will take place on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 September 2023 in Munich, Germany. The theme of the 2023 World Cycling Forum is 'Equipped for change'.

BRUSSELS, Belgium - Direct to consumer e-bike brand Cowboy is increasing its offline footprint to offer additional retail and service solutions for new and existing customers. With the launch of its Retail Partner Network, the brand aims to partner with 300 IBDs in 60 cities across Europe by the end of this year.

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - E-bike system manufacturer, Hyena has released their lightest drive system, the E-Road Air. Weighing only 3.2 kg, the smart hub drive system unit designed for lightweight performance bikes, was showcased at Taipei Cycle 2023.

NANTOU, Taiwan - Already present in 47 countries in the after-market, Goodyear is trying to solidify its presence in the bicycle tyre industry. An expanding manufacturing complex in Taiwan run under a license, and a new impetus towards OEMs is a clear signal that the brands' intentions in the bicycle tyre sector are not fleeting.

LONDON, UK - Despite literal bumps in the road, the UK e-bike market is on the rise, according to industry representatives present at the Cycle Show held in London this April. Dealers, manufacturers and newcomers alike agree on one thing, a lack of infrastructure is slowing the market. Despite this, and the slow-adoption of e-bikes compared to the rest of Europe, the UK is considered by some to be "the most exciting market in terms of growth opportunities."