The move back to the June/July time window for Eurobike 2027, as Bike Europe reported last week, was only part of the new show concept Fairnamic developed. CEO Philipp Ferger and show director Matthias Pietsch have now explained what they learned from the previous show and how they implemented that in the 2027 edition. In a new turnaround, "the date and the rhythm of Eurobike had to be reviewed," they said.

With the acquisition of Roxim, Herrmans is strengthening its presence in Taiwan, adding new lighting expertise, R&D capacity and local customer support. For CEO Dan Liljeqvist, the move is not only about chasing market volume, but also about developing the business by becoming faster, smarter and closer to customers.

Swapfiets continued its path towards profitability in 2025, with the Amsterdam-based bicycle subscription company nearly halving its net loss while increasing revenue. CEO Marc de Vries says the company could reach profitability if the current trend continues.

For a while the folding bike category seemed to fade away as segments like eCity, eCargo, eUrban attracted more attention from brands and riders. But e-mobility rarely moves in a straight line. Changes in commuting habits, infrastructure, fuel prices, public transport use and more continue to shape which bike categories gain ground.

The appointment as President of Shimano Europe Group was like coming home for Fabio Takayanagi. At the start of his career at the Japanese component manufacturer in 2006, he was assigned to Shimano Europe, based in the Netherlands. He stayed here for one year to gain experience in the bicycle business. Since then, he has travelled the world for Shimano before coming back to Europe. A brief introduction of this industry insider and his view on the European market.

In 2027, CycleExpo Amsterdam aims to create a major meeting point for OEM producers and buyers of the cycling industry. In an attempt to bring the industry together, the organisers are reaching out to stakeholders to shape the new trade show together.

As FSA Europe celebrates its 25th anniversary, the company reflects on a quarter-century of innovation and partnership within the cycling industry. According to Claudio Marra, Global Vice President of FSA-Vision, the anniversary is an important milestone that underlines the relevance of the European organisation and its long-term commitment to supporting bicycle and e-bike manufacturers with high-quality components and engineering expertise.

USWE Sports Group's shift from distributor sales towards a higher proportion of direct sales to retailers weighed on its first-quarter performance. The Swedish outdoor and sports equipment supplier reported an 18% year-over-year decline in currency-adjusted net revenue for the first quarter of its 2026/2027 fiscal year.

No less than 10,000 e-bikes and e-scooters seized in the course of the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) investigation Calypso have been auctioned at bargain prices. According to EPPO, the sale generated €1.85 million, a small part of the financial effects from the ongoing investigation. "This is not what we want, and we would rather have them scrapped," said an EBMA spokesperson representing the European bicycle industry.

Giant Group has announced the acquisition of approximately 36% of D.Mag (Kunshan) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. for RMB 597 million (€ 76 million) raising its consolidated stake from 60.39% to 96.63% upon completion. D.Mag is a manufacturing subsidiary of Giant Group and the Samoa-registered investment firm, United King Limited.

Eurobike is still adjusting its future concept for the international trade show. Ahead of the official presentation next week, exhibitors have already received a letter from Messe Frankfurt including the show's 2027 dates.

負責荷蘭Accell Group破產案的管理人上週正式啟動全球出售程序，邀請潛在買家針對集團進行整體或拆分競標。為確保出售期間維持業務運作，集團已與某方簽署一份涵蓋Accell旗下所有自行車品牌的擔保協議（back-stop agreement）。

跟據歐盟統計局（Eurostat）最新數據，2026年前6個月歐盟共進口42.2萬輛電動自行車，年增36%。與去年不同的是，中國現已成為歐盟電動自行車最大供應國，今年截至目前，中國占歐盟電動自行車總進口量的41%。

Also, Inc.為美國電動汽車製造商Rivian旗下微型移動業務分拆成立的新公司，近日完成1.5億美元的D輪融資。由Prysm Capital領投，Eclipse Capital、Greenoaks及MVP Ventures參與，新資金將用於加速自駕車平台的開發。隨TM-B電動自行車已開始在美國出貨，該品牌目前正籌組團隊，準備進軍歐洲市場。

品牌創辦人Susanne及Felix Puello於2023年10月正式重新接手掌管Raymon Bicycles，當時Pierer Mobility結束在自行車產業的不順發展而出售自行車業務。在不到3年的時間內，兩位創辦人表示：「我們的重組策略已有成效。」隨銷售成長、庫存去化，該品牌已逐步重回正軌。

The Commercial Court of Dijon has officially opened the judicial reorganisation (redressement judiciaire) of Cycles Lapierre as it seeks independence from the now-bankrupt Accell Group. The French brand's CEO William Perrier is happy with the development: "We've got an opportunity. It's up to us to transform it into a future."

The next generation will spearhead SunRace Sturmey-Archer's strategic restructuring now founder Tony Hsu has handed over the chairmanship to his daughter, Sandy Hsu. The Board of Directors unanimously approved her appointment, marking a pivotal leadership transition for the 54-year-old company.

Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer Giant has established a new Spanish subsidiary in Girona with an initial share capital of €1 million. The newly established entity, Giant Bicycle Spain SL, will focus on the commercialisation of bicycles, parts, accessories and related equipment, in one of Europe's most important cycling hubs.