Rosie Burgin

CHICAGO, US - Component manufacturer, SRAM, is extending its presence in the Italian market by opening a new Technical Service Support Centre. Developed in partnership Italian distributer Beltrami TSA the new service centre will be fully operational as of January 1, 2023. A new distribution deal with Accell will also begin next year.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The new e-bike range extender of battery manufacturer Tritek will enter mass production this year. The small accessory fits in the drink holder and supports a 3-6A continuous output current to work as a charger to the existing battery pack.

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Giant Group's net sales reached NT$70.8 billion (€2.2 billion) in the first three fiscal quarters of 2022, a 14.5% increase over the same period last year. Despite the impact of global inflation, the war between Russia and Ukraine as well as supply shortages of high-end components, Giant continues to deliver growth.

MUNICH, Germany - On September 5th, 2023, the second edition of IAA Mobility will kick off in Munich. With a focus on sustainable and intelligently connected mobility solutions, the new motto for the event is 'Experience Connected Mobility'. The organisers have also adjusted the concept based on the response they received following the inaugural 2021 event.

STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Mioo, an app which offers professional bike service via the phone, is setting its sights on expansion across Europe. The Swedish company has ambitious plans to double its growth in three years and enter five new markets. First on the horizon is Germany.

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Giant Group celebrated its 50th anniversary last week with a series of events held at the company's global headquarters in Taiwan. The occasion brought together global business leaders and the Taiwanese bicycle industry as they plan for a sustainable future. Giant CEO Young Liu also announced the group's future ESG strategy 'Cycling for a better future.'

ALICANTE, Spain - Iberian Sports Retail Group, has acquired an additional 18% holding in Spanish online retailer Deporvillage. This latest transaction means that the JD Sports's holding company now owns 98% of the retailer. The acquisition leaves the co-founders retaining a 2% interest but also looking for a new job as part of a management shake-up.

HSINCHU HSIEN, Taiwan - Handlebar, stem and seat post manufacturer Satori proudly makes all its products in Taiwan. With a renewed focus on e-bike components, the company showcased its latest products at Eurobike in Frankfurt.

ZEIST, The Netherlands - The explosive growth of e-bikes and demand for micromobility as a whole has led to creative business models, financing options, and government incentives to increase adoption. During the Ebike Future conference last week David Reed, Founder and CEO of Sustainable Mobility Consulting (SMC) analysed what's needed from the public and private sector to sustain the growth of e-bikes.

WICKEDE, Germany - Under the Ergotec brand, bicycle parts manufacturer, Humpert has developed the new EG grip series. Presented for the first time at the Eurobike, the series combines ergonomics with dynamic design. The standout feature is the patent-pending adjustable damping properties.