BRUSSELS, Belgium - Despite the supply chain problems, all signs are still on green for the bicycle industry. The industry confederation CONEBI, reports record sales levels for e-bike and bicycles in their annual European Bicycle Industry and Market Profile.
TALLINN, Estonia - The co-founder of IoT provider Comodule, Kristjan Maruste is the CEO of the newly founded sustainable e-scooter startup Äike. In partnership both companies developed the first model Äike T e-scooter with the aim to manufacture and assemble it entirely in Europe using solely renewable energy.
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."
BIG FLATS, USA NY - Stan and Cindy Koziatek, co-founders of Stan's NoTubes and creators of the original tubeless tire sealant for bicycles, have announced their retirement from the business. Longtime partner in the brand's growth, Mike Bush, will continue as president and CEO, with support from Stan's NoTubes' new partners, Zabel Companies.
With excitement, Leader 96 announces its return to the Eurobike exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany. The much-anticipated event gives the opportunity to present the company's newly rebranded look and modern collection of e-bikes. The spectacular design on a booth area of 120 square metres, with integrated ride track, and a galore of e-bike models, will undoubtedly be an eye-catcher.
ZOETERMEER, the Netherlands - Manufacturers and importers of e-bike batteries are now obliged to contribute to the collection and processing system for bicycle batteries. More than 150 companies which are members of the EPAC Foundation already meet these requirements. Since 1 July 2022 these conditions are generally binding.
FRANKFURT, Germany - The new location and the new focus on urban mobility of Eurobike next week comes with a series of new initiatives. One of them is the first edition of the Mobility Network Night on Thursday 14 July. The event aims to provide a framework to explore cross-industry synergies with other relevant urban mobility players.
Professional e-cargo bikes offer a sustainable alternative to diesel vans. But building a durable, easy to ride heavy e-cargo bike is no simple task and requires thinking outside the box. The story of the Ouca bike gives us insight into the challenges and how they can be overcome.
KOBLENZ, Germany - Nike-man Nicolas de Ros Wallace took over the role as Canyon-CEO last March. He discussed his long term plans and goals for the successful e-commerce brand Canyon with Bike Europe. "The supply chain situation will continue to improve in the upcoming months."
TREVIGLIO, Italy - Bianchi has taken the next step in its strategic reorientation of the market and announced the start of direct distribution in Scandinavia. The new organisation in the Nordic countries is part of a strategic project to strengthen Bianchi's presence and competitiveness in the European market.
FRANKFURT, Germany - Exhibiting at Eurobike is an important part of Yadea's global branding strategy and future European market development. "Committed to promoting the popularisation of clean and efficient means of personal transportation, Yadea's participation in the show delivers an important branding message to the industry in Europe," says Yadea Vice GM Heidi Zang.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark - The European Commission has a role to play in formulating cycling policy. This was acknowledged by the Executive VP of the European Commission Frans Timmermans. "We must support more and new measures to grow cycling in Europe," he said.
The bicycle industry is usually not shy about using eye-catching slogans and representations when it comes to introducing new products. In the middle of a fast-growing and challenging environment with constantly new demands for product innovation, brands need to bring top-notch products to the market in order to grow and differentiate themselves.
As the largest manufacturer of bicycle saddles, grips and bar tapes, Velo is determined to make a lasting impact in the cycling world, a part of which is committing to a sustainable future and improving the social, economic and environmental well-being of our planet. In the last decade Velo has extensively researched and implemented innovative sustainable manufacturing processes for all their products.
ADELMANNSFELDEN, Germany - A new name in bicycle hub gear technology is debuting on this year's Eurobike. The innovative nine speed hub called '3x3 by H+B Hightech' is the latest development of the family owned company Heine + Beisswenger Group.
HELSINKI, Finland - The market has seen a surge in cargo bike manufacturers in the past few years, each taking their own approach. Finnish start-up Ouca claims to have built-up a new concept for cargo bikes from scratch. "We have abandoned traditional bicycle parts in all the critical places," says Ouca founder Tuomas Alapuranen.
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.
DENKENDORF, Germany - At Eurobike gearbox specialists Pinion will launch the next generation e-bike drive gearbox together with introduction partner Stromer. In line with the current trend and as long time discussed in the industry, we expected that Pinion will present it first electronically shifting gearbox.
