SAALFELD, Germany - After V Frames successfully began mass production of injection-molded carbon composite frames, the major focus is now increasing the performance of the raw materials, including stiffness. A recent development agreement with chemical specialist Lehvoss Group should take the products to the next level.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The Eurobike Award will return to this years edition of the international bicycle industry trade show. For this indicator of trends in the industry, Eurobike has partnered with the German Design Council. Eurobike in Frankfurt will be held from June 21 to June 25, 2023.

FRANKFURT, Germany - A group of experts in the digitisation and industrialisation of components and services decided to take their expertise to the bicycle industry via a consultancy company. One of the founding partners and industry insider, Andreas Gahlert, explains about the background of 'Neue Digitale Partners' (ND-P).

For many people, the name Mivice is still more or less unknown. But this newcomer has already been able to attract plenty of attention since its foundation.

GRENOBLE, France - The commercial court of Grenoble has put the sporting goods retailing giant Go Sport in receivership on 19th January after being notified of its state of cessation of payment. For retailer insiders these problems at Go Sport don't come as a surprise.

BRUSSELS, Belgium - The Transport and Tourism (TRAN) Committee of the European Parliament is pushing the European Commission and the Member States to support the production of 'Made in Europe' bicycles and components. On Tuesday, TRAN Committee approved a resolution, which calls for a EU Cycling Strategy. The strategy should regard all the aspects: from safer infrastructure for cyclists to a stronger and more competitive bike industry.

HOLZWICKEDE, Germany - Finnish bicycle component exporter, Herrmans Bike Components Ltd has established a new German subsidiary, Herrmans Bike Components GmbH. Having had a presence on the German market since 2007, the company calls it "a natural continuation and reinforcement of the company's long-term commitment and presence in Germany."

WELS, Austria - Austrian two-wheeler giant, Pierer Mobility continued its success in 2022, the company's latest financial report shows. Under its e-bike and bicycle business, Pierer E-Bikes GmbH the company achieved sales volume growth of more than 15% compared to 2021.

瑞士，蘇黎世（ZURICH）－運動與自行車產業的高層主管表示，成本上升、更大規模的經濟衰退威脅近在眼前、消費者信心下滑、營運挑戰不斷等現象勢必帶來逆風衝擊。此同為世界體育用品工會聯盟（簡稱WFSGI）及McKinsey最新年度報告中的主要結論之一。

美國，摩根山丘（MORGAN HILL）－美國品牌Specialized宣佈裁掉全球8%的員工，這是自行車產業未來動盪數月的新跡象。該公司已證實解雇歐洲分部的員工，未提供相關細節。

德國，柏林（BERLIN）－除了電動自行車一般市場之外，售後市場在德國也越來越重要。計畫購入電動自行車的消費者當中有至少25%是本身已擁有一輛，這數字相較前幾年成長許多。

台灣，台北－Giant Manufacturing Company Ltd.於1月20日向台灣證交所提交兩份文件，兩份都與投資美國室內自行車品牌Stages Cycling LLC相關。

The bike and e-bike sales records during the pandemic were not just a hype. Recent market reports shows that the demand for bikes and especially e-bikes and cargo bikes, continues to rise. The current economic situation with the energy prices and rising mobility costs indicates a continuous high demand for different types of bicycles for coming years. This means that manufacturers need to secure their assembly capacity and plan for the future.

EMBS is a well-known European designer and manufacturer of high-quality e-bike battery systems. With 20 years of experience delivering products to leading global brands, the company is now investigating new EU battery regulations which are set to have a significant impact on the e-bike battery market.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Two filings from bicycle producer Giant Manufacturing Company Ltd., ran over the ticker of the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) on 20th January. Both filings are related to an investment in the US indoor cycling specialist Stages Cycling LLC.

WAARDENBURG, the Netherlands - GreenMo Group, which leases e-bikes and electric scooters to prominent delivery outlets in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria and England has been declared bankrupt. According to the trustee, the company misjudged the growth opportunities.

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands - For its 2023 edition the International Cargo Bike Festival has announced a new partnership and co-location. The event will take place on 24-26 November in Amsterdam in conjunction with Fully Charged Live Europe, a clean energy and electric vehicle show. The organisers hope to take advantage of shared decarbonisation objectives.

UTRECHT, the Netherlands - Sustainability is more top of mind than ever in the bicycle industry. To enable an understanding of the circular economy in the industry, a series of online workshops are being held in March. Facilitated by Erik Bronsvoort, author of the book 'From marginal gains to a Circular Revolution', examines insights from the book in a 3-hour workshop.