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  • “The current investment climate in the bicycle industry is very challenging, and that makes the investors lounge more than interesting this year,” says organiser Ralf Kindermann. – Photo Ralf Kindermann
    Shows & Events24 Jun 25

    Mixed investment climate a main topic at Eurobike investors lounge

    FRANKFURT, Germany - The investors' lounge at Eurobike was introduced at the peak of the investors' enthusiasm for the e-bike industry. The sales boom in 2020-2021 made venture capitalists line up for the bicycle industry and poured millions into the industry across Europe. But those days are over, and investor behavior has changed.

  • The e-bike sector was a standout success, the Mahle group reported in their financial overview for 2024. – Photo Mahle
    Investment10 Jun 25

    Mahle invests millions to enlarge e-bike R&D capabilities

    PALENCIA, Spain - To develop solutions that improve the efficiency and performance of e-bikes, Mahle SmartBike Systems has announced a new investment round of between €10 and €12 million annually in R&D. The announcement came shortly after Mahle CEO Arnd Franz stated that, "the e-bike sector was their standout success, supplying more than 60 e-bike brands across all segments."

  • The groundbreaking ceremony of the e-bike experience centre at the Canyon Campus in Koblenz, Germany, took place shortly after the announcement of the value depreciation by owner GBL. – Photo Canyon
    Financial29 May 25

    Canyon responds after owner GBL depreciates D2C distributor's value by 43%

    KOBLENZ, Germany - The current market dynamic, with aggressive discounting campaigns and forecasts that frequently postpone market recovery, affects how investment funds view the market. At the peak of the market in 2020, Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) bought just over 50% of the shares of Canyon Bicycles at €400 million. In the GBL 2024 financial report, only €260 million is left.

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  • Founded in 1982 by Dr. David T. Hon, Dahon has become well-known in the folding bicycle industry. – Photo Dahon
    Financial23 May 25

    Dahon applies for IPO at Hong Kong stock exchange

    SHENZHEN, China - Folding bike manufacturer, Dahon is seeking capital and submitted an IPO prospectus to the Hong Kong stock exchange earlier this year. The company reports it is planning to list on the main board, with China Securities International serving as the sole sponsor.

  • Spanish mobility start-up Niche Mobility receives €1.6 million in funding for new motor. - Photo Niche Mobility
    Investment15 May 25

    Spanish startup Niche Mobility raises €1.6 mln ahead of Eurobike debut

    GIRONA, Spain - Tech start-up Niche Mobility has secured €1.6 million in funding to power the next development stages of its patented ADTS electric motor for e-bikes. In March, the Spanish company closed its successful investment round, led by strategic partner Copreci and supported by the Mondragon Promotion Fund and regional investors.

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    Eurobike23 Apr 25

    Sponsored AM2R project to showcase Portuguese innovation at Eurobike 2025

    The AM2R project ('Agenda Mobilizadora para a Inovação Empresarial do Setor das Duas Rodas' - Mobilizing Agenda for Business Innovation in the Two-Wheel Sector) will have a significant presence at Eurobike 2025, demonstrating the growing capabilities of the Portuguese bicycle, e-bike, and soft mobility industry.

  • The micromobility market is not new to Rivian, as the company started its first programs several years ago. – Photo Rivian
    Financial22 Apr 25

    Rivian enters e-bike market secured by €97 million investment

    IRVINE, USA - E-car manufacturer Rivian announced it has spun out its micromobility business into a new company called Also Inc. Secured by a $105 million (€97 million) investment from Eclipse Ventures, Also will focus on small, lightweight vehicles including e-bikes.

  • E-bike ABS manufacturer Blubrake secured €12 million in funding to accelerate its growth. – Photo Bike Europe
    Investment3 Apr 25

    Blubrake secures €12 million to drive ABS adoption in e-bikes

    MILAN, Italy - The anti-lock braking systems (ABS) manufacturer for e-bikes and light electric vehicles Blubrake secured €12 million in funding to accelerate its growth. Founded in 2015, Blubrake subsequently introduced its anti-lock braking system (ABS) technology in 2018. With its next generation ABS, the company contributes to enhance braking performance, improve rider safety, and differentiate their products in an increasingly competitive market.

  • Annika Fischer joins Fundracer. – Photo Fundracer
    People13 Mar 25

    Annika Fischer joins Fundracer as venture partner

    AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - Fundracer as announced that Annika Fischer has joined the investment fund dedicated to future mobility as a Venture Partner. She has built a career at the intersection of finance, HR, and sustainability, reports Fundracer.

  • The world’s first cyclable building, the Ledger, in Bentonville, Arkansas aligns with the mission to establish the state as a hub for the cycling industry and cycling innovation. – Photo AGCA
    Investment28 Feb 25

    Arkansas Accelerator unveils first international cycling startups

    BENTONVILLE, USA - The Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator has selected 10 innovative companies for its program from a broad pool of international applicants. These companies represent the cutting edge of cycling technology and innovation, from performance analytics platforms to e-bikes and custom manufacturing.

  • The Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator is dedicated to promoting 10 tech startups focused on cycling. – Photo Shutterstock
    Investment15 Jan 25

    Arkansas cycling accelerator open to global bicycle industry

    BENTONVILLE, USA - Open to companies based in North America, Europe, and Asia, an innovative program dedicated to promoting 10 tech startups focused on cycling has been initiated by the Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator (AGCA). The accelerator will offer a 10-week hybrid program designed to support cycling-related tech innovation.

  • Every year, over 20,000 e-bikes are given a general overhaul in a refurbishment process developed in-house by Rebike and certified by TÜV Rheinland.  - Photo Rebike
    Investment31 Oct 24

    Decathlon partners with Rebike Mobility for more circular e-bikes

    LILLE, France - Decathlon Pulse, the investment arm and start-up studio of retail giant Decathlon, and Rebike, well known in the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) for the refurbishment and sale of second-hand e-bikes, have teamed-up through an investment to boost refurbished e-bike sales in Europe.

  • “The special tariff facilities by the European Union are driving us further to engage in the bicycle industry,” explains Amal Podder, managing director, Panam Group. – Photo Panam Group
    Production21 Oct 24

    Bangladesh's Panam Cycle invests $8 million to increase capacity

    DHAKA, Bangladesh - Known as a manufacturer of textiles, garments, lingerie and chemicals, Panam Group diversified into the production of bicycles a year ago. The company is keen to expand into newer sectors and found bicycle production and its exports a potential area thanks to the favourable duty structure for Bangladesh-based bicycle exporters to the European Union (EU).

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