Rosie Burgin

FRANKFURT, Germany - The 17th edition of the Battery Experts Forum is now underway in Frankfurt. In a change of date to coincide with Eurobike, more than 100 leading industry users, developers, opinion leaders as well as researchers from international companies and institutes will talk about the latest trends in batteries over the next 3 days.

LEUSDEN, the Netherlands - From today there's a new player in the e-bike drivetrain market, Okawa. With what is calls a "disruptive business model, focused on sustainability and a compelling consumer experience," the start-up offers a versatile model that includes drivetrain subscriptions and a strong service proposition to keep e-bike users on their bike and servicing simple for dealers and agents.

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands - Shimano has introduced a new e-bike specific Shimano Cues Di2 drivetrain and unique integrations compatible with the all-new EP6 and updated EP801 e-bike platforms. A remarkable feature is the "all-new Shimano ABS" powered by Italian specialist Blubrake.

BRISTOL, England - On the back of success in direct to customer sales, UK bicycle manufacturer Temple Cycles is aiming to establish a B2B dealer network through partner stores, both in the UK and worldwide. The company says "the move will be pivotal in allowing more customers to test ride the bikes and support their local bike retailers."

ASCOT, UK - Frog Bikes, the British manufacturer of lightweight kids' bikes, is launching its new range of children's city bikes in Europe. Noting an increase in demand across Europe, Frog Bikes will initially launch the Frog City 53, 61 and 67 in selected IBD's in nine European locations.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Urban mobility specialist, Tern, has unveiled a new ultra-low e-bike named New Bike Day (NBD). The NBD is designed with an ultra-low centre of gravity and a longer wheelbase to make it much easier to balance and handle.

VIENNA, Austria - Technology start-up, Dreamwaves, has added a new bike interface to waveOut, its spatial audio and augmented reality navigation app. Merging tech, innovation and inclusion the spatial audio features have been designed for safe and 'mindful' riding.

MEDOLLA (MO), Italy - Oli Ebike Systems has partnered with German replacement battery specialists, Akku Vision to offer complete drive systems compatible with a wide range of frames. The aim of the partnership is to ensure a reliable supply chain, have a closer relationship with product development and add flexibility to production.

OSLO, Norway - Buddy Electric's top-of-the-line, carbon composite e-bike, the Buddy X1 is ready to enter the market. One of the first to incorporate the injection-molding technology of German specialist V Frames, the X1 frame combines high performance with sustainable production techniques.

TEMPE, Arizona - Pivot Cycles has appointed Bryan Mason as President. In his new role, Mason will oversee key departments and management team members, including all of the company's operations in Germany.