葡萄牙，阿格達（AGUEDA）－Eurostat數據顯示，2022上半年葡萄牙兩輪及慢行交通（soft mobility）產業出口成長38%。電動自行車更是成長超過六成。該國已連續三年成為歐洲最大規模的自行車製造國。

德國，斯圖加特（STUTTGART）－批發商Paul Lange & Co.指派Paul-César Lange擔任策略長（CSO）。他是創辦人的孫子，作為家族的第三代將背負公司策略方向的重任。

MILWAUKEE, USA - As with many motorbike manufacturers, Harley-Davidson has invested in the e-bike segment. To achieve its goal, the well-known American brand owns a minority stake in Serial 1, a separate and independent company created in 2018 and led by General Manager Aaron Frank.

EDE, The Netherlands - "The problems in the supply chain are still very present," tells Accell Western Europe's regional director Epco Vlugt to Bike Europe during the company's annual dealer show. "But there is definitely progress compared to last year," he confirms. "With such dynamic market conditions it shows that many players in the chain are beginning to adapt and add more flexibility."

EMSTEK, Germany - Production started already in March this year, but last Thursday September 15, Pon.Bike celebrated the official opening of the new Kalkhoff facility. Stretching over 28,000 square meters and next to the warehouse built in 2016, the factory houses an ultra-modern assembly and painting facilities.

AGUEDA, Portugal - Portuguese exports in the two-wheel and soft mobility sector grew 38% in the first half of 2022, Eurostat data confirms. Importantly, e-bike exports grew by more than 60%. For the third consecutive year, Portugal continues to be the largest bike producer in Europe.

STUTTGART, Germany - Distributer Paul Lange & Co. has appointed Paul-César Lange to the newly implemented position of Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). As grandson of the founder, the third generation family member will be responsible for the strategic orientation of the company.

英國，倫敦（LONDON）－業界已傳聞些許時間，Shell執行長Rahul Malhotra也已證實他們將踏入電動自行車市場。Rahul Malhotra表示：「微型載具（micromobility）在都會交通的未來會扮演相當重要的角色。」

西班牙，馬德里（MADRID）－西班牙自行車今年上半年產值成長8.8%，達1.264億歐元。同期間共生產171,218輛自行車，較去年同期成長4.1%。不過產業、商務暨觀光部的臨時數據顯示出每月差距很大。

瑞典，哥德堡（GOTHENBURG）－瑞典電動自行車製造商Ecoride正將波蘭的電動自行車移至瑞典Gothenburg新廠生產。除了遷廠之外，也指派一位副執行長來監督公司成長。

德國，達姆施塔特（DARMSTADT）－自Markus Riese和Heiko Müller於近30年前創立Riese & Müller之後，該公司已從一家摺疊自行車新創公司變成營業額達3.5億歐元的電動自行車國際大廠。共同創辦人Markus Riese於本週宣佈他已在今年8月1日從執行長一職退位。

BRUSSELS, Belgium - Over 200 people attended the workshop on technical requirements and road safety of personal mobility devices (PMD) this week. Organized by the European Commission, the workshop made clear that the current European regulations (L-category vehicles type approval and Machinery Directive) are insufficient and inappropriate to cover the variety of devices.

A key element for the success of German company, Akku Vision, a leading e-bike battery producer, is the high standards maintained when it comes to the functional safety of its products.

WELS, Austria - The news has been rumored in the industry for a while, but it has been officially confirmed this week: Pierer Industrie AG has acquired an undisclosed majority stake in renowned German bicycle components expert Syntace. With this, the Austrian motorcycle giant has taken the next step to expand its position in the bicycle industry.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - From January to July 2022, the export value of Taiwan's bicycle, e-bikes, and bicycle parts reached $5 billion (€5 billion), with a year-on-year growth of 29%. Notably, the growth of Taiwan's e-bike exports has surpassed bicycles. For the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) time to rebrand the Taipei Cycle in 2023.

HEFEI, China - Following a difficult year including multiple postponements and a relocation from Shanghai, the 31st China International Bicycle Fair, also known as China Cycle, will not be held at all this year. The organisers have officially postponed the event to May 2023.

MAASTRICHT, The Netherlands - Will globalisation come to an end because of the various supply crises? Professor Bart Vos doesn't believe so: "Reshoring is mainly geopolitical mood-making." Bike Europe spoke to him about the state of affairs and current developments in supply chain management.

LONDON, UK - The rumour has been in the market for some time but in a recent interview Shell executive Rahul Malhotra made clear that their entrance on the e-bike market is imminent. "Micromobility will play a big role in the future of urban transport," says Rahul Malhotra.