BUCHAREST, Romania - Despite documented local market volatility, Romania continues to play a key role in European bicycle production, thanks to its generally low-cost labour and a high demand for its bikes in major export markets.
NOTTINGHAM, UK - Accell Group's Raleigh brand has debuted the Raleigh One, a new e-bike that represents the brand's shift to a "striking new visual identity." The bike's sleek geometric lines and integrated tech features reflect the brand's desire to move into a more "urban, design-led" approach to mobility. It also reflects something else: The subtle but distinct touch of VanMoof's founders and former CEOs, Ties and Taco Carlier. What was previously speculation in the industry has now been confirmed by Ertu Bilgin, Accell Group's brand lead.
OSAKA, Japan - The impact of the shift in trade policies announced earlier this year on the financial performance of the bicycle industry was not long in coming. As the main OEM supplier, Shimano reports a shift in trade flows and notes that the outlook remains uncertain due to the impact of global trade policies.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - In a last-minute amendment speed pedelecs are excluded from the imposition of new EU regulations aimed at making the automotive sector more sustainable. "This vote aligns with our position and marks a significant step toward a more coherent and efficient regulatory framework for the e-bike sector," writes industry confederation CONEBI in a first response.
FRANKFURT, Germany - Taiwanese IT company, OKGO has developed a cloud-based, full-service platform to support the development of a smarter e-bike industry. Additionally, the company recognises that digital solutions are evolving from 'nice to have' to 'need to have' as more regulations come into play. On display at Eurobike, the company debuted its fully compliant Battery Passport solution developed in collaboration with Chinese battery manufacturer Greenway.
MILAN, Italy - Following a €500,000 round in 2023, Bikeroom - the Italian online marketplace for new and pre-owned bikes has closed off a new €3 million investment round. The funding will support the retailer's rapid European growth and help scale its commercial and technological infrastructure.
UTICA, United States - Another United States company has committed to reshoring manufacturing to create a "100% made-in-America" bike. E-bike manufacturer eBliss Global has announced a new facility in Utica, New York, with the financial backing of Empire State Development to the tune of $500,000 in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits.
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia - Together, the five bicycle factories in Cambodia, which all located close to the border with Vietnam, have seen a revival of their export business in the first half of this year. Production had diminished in the past years due to the excess inventory in Europe and the US, in combination with the supply chain constraints.
SHIZUOKA, Japan - The launch of the MyCanyon custom-made programme to the Asian-Pacific countries and the simultaneous opening of a branch in the upcoming sports market in China, might make people almost forget that the D2C brand Canyon has been operating in Japan successfully for more than a decade. How did the German company manage to establish a D2C brand in a service-minded nation like Japan? Yukikaze Ishiyama, Canyon market manager Japan, explains to Bike Europe.
NORFOLK, UK - A recent survey by UK bicycle and e-bike dealer Paul's Cycles highlights the growing popularity of mountain bike rentals and bicycle share schemes as an opportunity to turn short-term rental clients into long-term owners.
TIMISOARA, Romania - Woom is progressing with its nearshoring strategy and bringing a strong production partner on board with German manufacturer Corratec. From Q1 2026, the German bike manufacturer Corratec will be making woom bikes for the European market at its factory in Timișoara in Romania.
FRANKFURT, Germany - Following a remarkable entry at Eurobike in 2024 with DJI on everyone's lips, the drone maker returned in 2025 with a different message. With 16 brands now openly specifying the Avinox drive system, the Chinese manufacturer is in the process of distancing the business unit from its DJI origins and fully positioning itself as an independent brand.
FRANKFURT, Germany - Brockhaus Technologies, the parent company of German bike leasing provider Bikeleasing-Service GmbH, has announced a projected revenue increase of 10-15% in 2025, targeting between €225-335 million. The company, which focuses on tech-driven business models, is in the midst of a pivot to becoming a broader multi-benefit platform.
CUIJK, the Netherlands - Bafang has opened a new location for its European headquarters, four times the size of its previous site. Originally established in the Netherlands in 2012, this new locale in Cuijk is a big upgrade.
HAUSEN, Germany - Financial problems continue to be a major challenge for the industry, even though the first signs of a market recovery are emerging. For YT Industries the situation became unsustainable, and they have initiated restructuring proceedings under self-administration under German law.
PARIS, France - After a 2024 edition held in Toulouse, the professional bicycle trade show Pro Days returned to the French capital from July 6 to 8, 2025, at Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles. This edition, taking place in a still uncertain market context, managed to win over some exhibitors while also revealing certain weaknesses.
LONDON, UK - British mobility insurance firm Laka has secured $10.4 million (€8.9 million) in a Series B funding round, it announced this week. The move strengthens the company's goal to lead the green mobility insurance market for e-bikes, e-scooters and sustainable transport across nine European Union markets and the United Kingdom. The round was co-led by Shift4Good and MS&AD Ventures, with participation from existing backers including Ponooc and Porsche Ventures.
Yamaha launches its most advanced and innovative generation of e-bike systems to date. The PW-Link system features a fully integrated and interchangeable lineup of drive units, batteries and displays.
