LA MASSANA, Andorra - The mountain bike brand Commencal is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Started in 2000, founder Max Commencal focused on designing and producing high-quality bikes, particularly for gravity-focused mountain biking disciplines. How does Max perceive the market today, and what can we expect from this Pyrenean mountain biking pioneer?
Downhill racing has always been the crucible for cycling innovation — a place where extreme terrain, speed, and stress test every component of the bike. For Gates, the pioneer of belt-driven drivetrains, this environment has acted as the ultimate proving ground.
CHANGHUA, Taiwan - The bicycle industry in Taiwan is implementing various measures in response to the US blockade of Giant. Also, the country's second largest bicycle manufacturer Merida has stated the company strictly complies with Taiwan's labour laws. Merida emphasised its commitment to taking decisive action to fully align with internationally recognised labour and human rights standards.
MYSŁOWICE, Poland - Located just outside the Polish city of Katowice, Polana Bikes has quietly set up a state-of-the-art bicycle production facility. With its own e-bike brand already on the domestic market, the company has big ambitions to change the narrative regarding European e-bike production. Under the motto 'Passion for bicycles meets industrial precision,' the company relies on local expertise with a touch of Chinese 'Guanxi.'
VILNIUS, Lithuania - "We must keep cycling on the political agenda," said CIE president Tony Grimaldi last June in an interview with Bike Europe. The European Commission has reached out to the industry with the publication of the first report to the Council and Parliament on the progress made towards implementing the European Declaration on cycling, at the opening of the Urban Mobility Days this week. The industry wants more.
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - In response to the Withhold Release Order (WRO) issued by the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Giant bicycles made in Taiwan, the company formed an emergency response team to resolve the situation as quickly as possible. "We are committed to openness and transparency, and have taken multiple actions," the Giant Group wrote in a statement issued today.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The dispute on future e-bike regulations in the European committee where e-bike standards are developed, the CEN/TC 333*, has entered the next level of argumentation. Until now, many questioned the German industry association ZIV over its standpoint. Yesterday, ZIV published a statement claiming that, "our member companies once again explicitly endorsed the proposed technical parameters, giving the association a clear mandate exceeding 80%."
台灣，台北－美國海關及邊境保衛局（CBP）於上週三宣布，以「涉及強迫勞動」為由，扣押所有Giant台灣製自行車及零配件產品，並暫停所有出貨。Giant Bicycles Group對此發出聲明表示，該公司今年已採取多項措施，減輕債務負擔並為移工提供住宿。
德國／荷蘭－2026年市場前景為何？這是所有人在9月16日至19日舉辦的台中週上，最關心的問題。經過3年預測「下一年會更好」之後，業界同仁現在要做出任何預測前都相當謹慎。由Eurobike、《Bike Europe》及IFH Cologne合作推出的「全球自行車採購指數」（GBPI），為業界提供未來趨勢的參考指標。
台灣，台中－2025年台中自行車週並未如預期出現市場回溫的跡象。作為展場的飯店在開展前夕仍有空房，而參展商在開展當日的日程也出現空檔。業界人士越來越意識到，產業結構必須進行改革，亦擔憂目前市場變數可能即將達到臨界點。
The Region of Madrid is quickly shifting gears to become one of Europe's most attractive cycle hotspots. With its abundant sunshine, diverse scenery, cultural gems and friendly atmosphere, Madrid provides a strong network of bike-friendly routes in one captivating region for every kind of rider.
荷蘭，恩荷芬（EINDHOVEN）－Shimano宣布Shimano Europe Group總裁Marc van Rooij將於2025年底卸任。Van Rooij在該集團已服務超過34年，負責過多項管理職務，包含Shimano Benelux、Shimano Europe和Shimano Europe Holding。自2009年起，他便擔任Shimano Europe Group總裁至今。
FRANKFURT, Germany - The e-bike industry is entering uncharted territory. In 2025, brands are no longer just selling e-bikes, they are selling access. The practice of applying after-market subscription fees for premium features or creating tiered pricing structures for e-bikes based on software differentiation has been heralded as innovative by some, and exploitative by others.
OSAKA, Japan - Japanese manufacturing giant Shimano has been cited by the Japanese Fair Trade Commission for violating the Subcontract Act and failing to pay its 121 local subcontractors for storing materials on its behalf.
GIRONA, Spain - The Spanish bicycle industry is facing 2025 with moderate optimism. 38.9% of companies have reported increased turnover in the first half of the year, while only 25.9% reported declines, according to the results of AMBE's second bicycle sector barometer, presented at Sea Otter Europe. Additionally, a new €20 million government subsidy has been secured to boost e-bike sales in the country.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - Cowboy's relationship with French brand partner Rebirth Group is evolving once again as Rebirth prepares to become a majority shareholder of the e-bike brand. An 80% stake in the company is anticipated. While the exact details are still under wraps, Cowboy's spokesperson did confirm to Bike Europe that discussions with Rebirth are progressing "very positively."
Smart technology is reshaping the e-bike industry. It's giving users more autonomy in managing maintenance and customisation features. Panasonic, known for introducing the world to one of the first e-bikes, has recently launched its GXM series in Europe, along with a smartphone application to easily configure and adjust the bike to preference.
SumUp is committed to helping small businesses succeed, and now they're bringing their simple, affordable payment solutions to the bike industry. Through a new partnership with bikebook, a leading platform for bike repair and maintenance, they are making it easier for bike shops to manage their business and get paid.
