AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - KwikFit is set to play an important role in VanMoof's service network in the Netherlands as an official certified service partner. VanMoof has been thwarted by servicing issues in recent years, and this partnership will increase their service points to 80 across the country.

BIELEFELD, Germany - Small parts speclialist westphal GmbH has been acquired by Hadi-Plast Group this week. The strategic acquisition marks a milestone for both companies and strengthens their position as major players in their field of business. Information on the take-over amount remains undisclosed.

德國，法蘭克福（FRANKFURT）－自行車行業經過一波熱銷後，各方對於未來幾年的期望也隨之提高，不過目前市場仍受到疫情及去年零件採購與生產過剩帶來的長期影響。

葡萄牙，里斯本（LISBON）－Semapa宣佈他們已完全收購Triangle's Cycling Equipments S.A.。Triangle's前大股東及執行幹部Armando Levi透過完全擁有子公司Aphelion, S.A.仍會在Triangle's董事會保有一席。

比利時，布魯塞爾（BRUSSELS）－自行車零件生產要鄰近歐洲市場對製造回流來說一直都是一個艱難的過程。自數年前，歐洲自行車及電動自行車組裝廠開始增加之後，現在零配件也開始跟上腳步。根據CONEBI表示，零配件產值已從2021年36億歐元增長33%，達48億歐元。

西班牙，馬利亞維亞（MALLABIA）—Jon Fernandez在Orbea擔任12年執行長後宣佈即將退位，其職位將由Orbea資深員工Daniel Martínez從十月開始接任。

CHAM, Switzerland - Switzerland produces internationally renowned electric bikes such as Flyer and Stromer. However, it is a little-known fact that one of Europe's most important e-bike development centres is also located here - the Specialized Innovation Centre in Cham.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The second edition of the Eurobike Investors Lounge attracted some 70 participants, primarily private equity investors and family offices. The high level of attendance shows that investors still see the potential of the bicycle industry.

NANTES, France - Connectivity solution producer Velco is now collaborating with Shimano to offer IoT and digital solutions to bicycle brands and manufacturers. After 2 years of development, Velco announced at Eurobike that it has officially become an off-shelf IoT device partner of the Japanese giant bicycle parts and engine manufacturer.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The decision to move from Friedrichshafen to Frankfurt turned out positively for Eurobike. In its second edition on the new location last week the number of visitors increased, although that was not generally assumed when talking to exhibitors during the show.

Goodyear is expanding its presence in the bicycle tyre industry with a manufacturing facility in Taiwan and a focus on OEM partnerships. Through a licensing collaboration with Rubber Kinetics Corp., Goodyear Bicycle Tires is becoming a leading brand in the global bicycle tyre segment.

PRAGUE, Czech Republic - To cater for tyres for the European bicycle industry, Ralson India Ltd., Zleen s.r.o., and Mahansaria Ent. Pvt. have formed a joint venture. Ralson, having the majority stake in the JV, joins hands with Zleen with high ambitions to expand its European customer reach by providing application-specific tyres.

MALLABIA, Spain - After 12 years as CEO of Orbea, Jon Fernandez has announced to step down. Long-term serving at Orbea, Daniel Martínez, will assume the position of CEO, starting next October.

ZEIST, the Netherlands - "Half of young consumers find it acceptable to buy fakes," is the outcome of a new study by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). While Europeans are growing wary of counterfeits and illegal content, price remains a deciding factor as young consumers are more likely to find it acceptable to buy fakes. Could this also have implications for e-bike brands, particularly in the high-end segment?

Under the motto "Simply Smarter," Prodigee is setting new standards in design and product development with two child seats, the result of a collaboration among a renowned, international team of researchers and designers.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The sales momentum experienced by the industry has pushed up the expectations for the upcoming years. At the same time, the market is struggling with the long-term impact of the pandemic and unrestrained components sourcing and production in 2022.

LISBON, Portugal - Semapa has announced that it has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Triangle's Cycling Equipment S.A. through its wholly owned subsidiary Aphelion, S.A. Armando Levi, former majority shareholder and key executive at Triangle's, will maintain a position in Triangle's board of directors.

REICHSHOF, Germany - Schwalbe has claimed a new 'first' with the launch of a bicycle tyre made from used tyres. With 34% lower carbon emissions than its predecessor, the 'Green Marathon' sets a new environmentally friendly benchmark for the company. In addition to the product launch at Eurobike, the company will also present the results of its rebranding strategy.