AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - As part of the worldwide launch of the BESV e-bikes which took manufacturer Darfon Electronics earlier to Taiwan and Japan, yesterday the European introduction took place in Amsterdam. And that didn't go unnoticed.
BIEL, Switzerland - As part of succession planning at DT Swiss Group AG, Marco Zingg will be handing over as CEO to his two business partners Frank Böckmann and Maurizio D'Alberto from 1 July 2015.
BERGAMO, Italy - Accompanied by over 200 guests and some 3,600 riders Bianchi celebrated its 130th anniversary at the Bianchi's Granfondo event recently.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The European Commission has unveiled its detailed plans to create a Digital Single Market. It's laid down in "The Digital Single Market Strategy" which includes a set of targeted actions to be delivered by the end of next year.
LONDON, UK - Major UK cycle retailer Evans Cycles has been sold to London-based private equity firm ECI in a deal worth around GBP 100 million (€ 138.5mn).
RANDERS, Denmark - Denmark's leading bike supplier HF Christiansen has announced to take-over Swedish Unicykel. With effect from August 3, ownership of Unicykel will pass over to the Danish company, which will take over the plant and manufacturing operations in Gothenburg.
MONTREAL, Canada - "Dorel's first quarter performance was significantly affected by the continued strength of the US dollar and resulted in a net negative impact on earnings," stated Dorel President & CEO, Martin Schwartz. The owner of the Cannondale Sports Group generates almost half its revenue outside the US.
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - 2015 sees the 11th edition of the Eurobike Award. An expert panel will select innovative products that set new standards for design, quality and functionality. Registration is now open for members of the bicycle industry to enter their new products.
DOETINCHEM, the Netherlands - Bike Europe's regular Thursday newsletter will not be distributed among our close to 15,000 subscribers on May 14. This is due to a national holiday in the Netherlands.
CLOPPENBURG, Germany - Last weekend Derby Cycle's dealers and media representatives got the first glimpse of the next generation Impulse e-bike drive train. This in-house developed technology was presented as the world's first fully integrated e-bike system.
ZURICH, Switzerland - Swiss newcomer Bold Cycles Ltd. presents its bicycle brand 'Bold' and its 'Internal Suspension Technology' as a world first: The rear shock has been entirely integrated into the seat tube.
ZAGREB, Croatia - Croatian Post has launched a tender for the purchase of 180 e-bikes. The bikes will replace 180 scooters with combustion engines currently used for mail delivery. The decision to switch to e-bikes was reached after the Pro-E-bike association arranged an e-bike test for the Croatian Post.
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Cheng Shin Tires - better known under its CST and Maxxis brands - has premiered its first tubulars. Cycle. A company spokesman said that it's CST's first step towards high-end tyres for (professional) road racing.
SHANGHAI, China - Preparation started already last October in Kunshan, China when Asian business leaders and officials of industry associations met for the first time. Next Tuesday, one day before the opening of the China Cycle Show, the Asia Bicycle Alliance will be installed officially.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - On June 3 the top meeting for the bicycle industry, policy-makers and politicians will take place in Nantes, France. The Industry Day marks the start of the three-day Velo-city 2015 Congress.
EINDHOVEN, the Netherlands - Taiwanese e-bike maker Darfon opened its European head office in Eindhoven. "We considers the Netherlands as a growth market as well as a gateway to Europe," said Darfon President Andy Su.
IRVINE, USA - Pedego Electric Bikes issued a voluntary recall of lithium ion rechargeable batteries. The company has received six reports of batteries overheating and catching fire.
DOETINCHEM, the Netherlands - Bike Europe's regular Tuesday newsletter will not be distributed among our close to 15,000 subscribers on May 5. This is due to a national holiday in the Netherlands.
