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  • IBDs enter the brand, model year, and mileage of the customer's used e-bike into the portal and immediately receive a guaranteed purchase price. – Photo Rebike Mobility
    Second-hand / Refurbished23 Dec 25

    Rebike trade-in portal targets European IBDs after flagship store success

    MUNICH, Germany - Following the successful launch of the trade-in portal in e-bike refurbisher Rebike Mobility GmbH's own flagship stores in Frankfurt and Munich, the onboarding of other major IBDs is now beginning. While the nationwide rollout is in preparation, an international scaling is already in the pipeline.

  • Selle Royal Group and Stardue Group joined forces to establish a new social welfare foundation. – Photo Selle Royal
    Company19 Dec 25

    Selle Royal Group and Stardue Group join forces in social program

    BASSANO DEL GRAPPA, Italy - Selle Royal Group and Stardue Group have joined forces to establish a new foundation to generate a positive and lasting impact on the community. This organisation, called Stravarda Foundation, will develop a project that places the bicycle at the centre as a tool for social, cultural, and environmental growth.

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    blog16 Dec 25

    'Pack your stuff: how Europe's next regulation is demanding industry's attention'

    While the long-awaited GPSR guidelines have finally appeared, offering disappointingly little clarity, the next regulation is already lining up for everyone involved in selling products in the EU: the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The PPWR entered into force on 11 February 2025 and will start to apply from 12 August 2026, with many design and documentation obligations ramping up further between 2026 and 2030. Just as companies are still implementing the GPSR, the PPWR is already demanding attention.

  • For Renault Group, the partnership reflects its broader commitment to sustainable mobility and industrial transformation through its Refactory initiative, which focuses on extending vehicle lifecycles, promoting circular economy principles, and fostering innovation in electrification and urban transport solutions. – Photo Renault Group
    Company11 Dec 25

    Vok Bikes teams up with Renault for sustainable cargo bike production in France

    TALLINN, Estonia - Vok Bikes has secured a new production line at the Refactory plant of Renault Group to scale the manufacturing of its next-generation electric commercial cargo bikes. Starting in 2026, mass production of Vok Bikes will take place at the car maker's plant in Flins, France, which is its flagship circular economy and sustainable manufacturing hub.

  • This year, 111 industry representatives from 106 organisations across 21 countries participated in the Climate Action Pulse check. – Photo Shutterstock
    Market trends4 Nov 25

    Sustainability pulse check: industry and consumers not on the same track

    UTRECHT, the Netherlands - Is attention for sustainability in the cycling industry slowly declining? 75% of industry representatives say their company is taking a strategic approach to climate action, down from 80% last year. At the same time, 85% of the respondents report that reducing climate impacts is part of their product design and development. Over a third of companies have conducted at least one Life Cycle Assessment. This reflects a shift from isolated initiatives to integrating sustainability into core business practices. These are some of the key findings of the 2025 climate action pulse check for the cycling industry.

  • The pressure on Taiwan to align its labour governance with international standards is increasing. Giant is taking a step forward by compensating all current migrant workers. – Photo Bike Europe
    Company16 Oct 25

    Giant Group extends zero-fee policy to all current migrant workers

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - In the wake of forced labour accusations from the United States, Giant Group is extending its 'Zero Recruitment Fee Policy'. Originally in effect from January 1, 2025, this will now apply to all migrant workers currently employed at the company in Taiwan. "This latest expansion reflects the Group's ongoing institutionalisation and practices of human rights protection and fair employment," the company states.

  • Selle Royal Group is now certified under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification standard. – Photos Bike Europe
    Saddle manufacturer14 Oct 25

    Selle Royal upgrades capabilities, eyeing sustainable production

    POZZOLEONE, Italy - Sustainability, production efficiency and manufacturing in Europe spurred investments at the Selle Royal Group in recent years. The Stracciatella project, launched in November 2024, was a big step forward in sustainability, but also in quality control. During a visit, Bike Europe got all the details on this project and more.

  • The first results of the CIE ‘Diversity in the Cycling Industry’ survey were presented by organiser April Marshke during the Summit Series on gender equity in Paris in September. – Photo Lucy Rose Johnson
    Advocacy7 Oct 25

    Is gender equity attainable in the bicycle industry (by 2030)?

    PARIS, France - This was the question looking to be answered at the recently held Summit Series in Paris, supported by CIE's Women in Cycling expert group. The event, focusing on the retention and recruitment of women in the bicycle industry, hoped to 'lead the change' in correcting the current imbalance in the sector. With cross-spectrum representatives from industry and academia present, the conclusion was that progress is slow, and opportunities are being missed.

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    Battery Regulation8 Sep 25

    Sponsored Bafang commits to sustainability amid EU battery regulations

    As the EU introduces tougher battery regulations, Bafang sets the bar for e-bike battery safety and sustainability with advanced-level testing, automotive-grade BMS, and eco-focused design. The company strives to deliver durability, performance, and trust for a safer, greener, and more reliable e-mobility future.

  • In its latest ESG report, Giant Group calculated a CO2 emission of 19.9 kg per manufactured bike in 2024. - Photo Giant Group
    Sustainability1 Sep 25

    How a market downturn shaped Giant's latest sustainability numbers

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - The results are in for Giant Group's 2024 sustainability and ethical impacts, and the company is reporting reduced emissions and increased solar power across the board, with some notable caveats. Giant Group, home of Giant, Liv, Momentum and Cadex bike brands, has been advancing its ESG commitments in a three-pronged approach since 2022: innovating a clean future, transforming for circularity and mobilizing for DEI.

  • Migrant workers have been the cornerstone of bicycle manufacturing in Taiwan. Spearheading the BAS, Giant Group has taken steps to ensure the rights of these workers are not violated in its factories. – Photo Shutterstock
    Sustainability22 May 25

    Taiwan bicycle industry pushes back on reports of human rights violations

    TAIPEI, Taiwan - Human rights have become a key issue in industrial practices, progressing from a moral inclination to a regulatory necessity. This change is also taking place in the bicycle industry. The issue came to the forefront earlier this year when allegations of mistreatment of migrant workers in the Taiwanese bicycle industry surfaced. The Taipei Cycle show in March offered Bike Europe the opportunity to take stock of what is currently at play in Taiwan.

  • Ralf Bohle is already using Pyrum’s rcb in 70% of all Schwalbe tyres. – Photo Schwalbe
    Production17 Apr 25

    Schwalbe inks 10 years purchase agreement for Pyrum recovered carbon black 

    REICHSHOF, Germany - Schwalbe owner Ralf Bohle GmbH and Pyrum Innovations AG have concluded a framework agreement for the long-term purchase of Pyrum's recovered carbon black (rcb). The agreement covers the purchase of rcb at a fixed price for the next 10 years.

  • The 2025 BAS ESG Global Initiative Forum was held during the second day of the Taipei Cycle show and included governmental support from Xu Zengming, Director-General of the Ministry of Economic Affairs' Industrial Development Bureau. – Photo Bike Europe
    Sustainability27 Mar 25

    BAS moves forward with human rights code of conduct for Taiwan industry

    TAIPEI, Taiwan - For the second year in a row the Bicycling Alliance for Sustainability (BAS) held a forum during the Taipei Cycle show to update the industry on the progress of the initiatives of its members. This year a focal point was the introduction of human rights code of conduct signed by all 82 members of the BAS to protect workers rights within the bicycle industry in Taiwan. The occasion was somewhat marred later in the day when a protest contradicted the progress being made.

  • Sustainability and geopolitical issues are two key issues addressed in a new study by McKinsey & Company and the WFSGI. – Photo WFSGI
    Sustainability26 Mar 25

    Sustainability downplayed due to geopolitical issues reports McKinsey and WFSGI

    ITTIGEN, Switzerland - Two key topics challenging the bicycle and e-bike industry, sustainability and geopolitical issues are addressed in a new study by McKinsey & Company and the WFSGI (World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry). Is the industry prepared for 2025?

  • Velo’s performance-driven saddles are the result of a collaboration between SRAM and the saddle manufacturer. – Photo Velo
    Sustainability20 Mar 25

    SRAM and Velo partner to turn carbon waste into saddles

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - In a circular economy it is often a challenge to find a new purpose or customers for recyclable waste. ZIPP owner SRAM had been looking for a source of the waste which comes from the production of its carbon components, including wheelsets, handlebars, stems and seat posts. This issue was addressed through their collaboration with Velo.

  • reTyre COO Alexander Gjendem Gjørven in their new factory. – Photo reTyre
    Tyre manufacturer11 Mar 25

    reTyre completes Norwegian tyre factory and ramps up production

    SKI, Norway - Just south of Oslo, the first highly automated tyre factory of reTyre has been completed after a construction period of 10 months. "We are the world's first tyre company that can injection-mold tyres instead of manual vulcanization," said eTyre COO Alexander Gjendem Gjørven, who has raised more than 200 million Norwegian kroner (€17.2 million) for reTyre.

  • Compared to standard packaging, more than 70% CO2 and up to 210 kg cardboard can be saved in the life cycle of one single BikeBox. – Photo Riese & Müller
    Sustainability4 Mar 25

    Riese & Müller adopts reusable BikeBox for European e-bike shipping

    MÜHLTAL, Germany - Riese & Müller is setting new standards in sustainable logistics by becoming the first bicycle manufacturer to adopt reusable packaging for e-bike shipments across Europe. Following successful multi-month trials, the BikeBox will now be the standard packaging for over 1,000 dealers in Europe, significantly reducing environmental impact.

  • At the Taipei Cycle Show 2025, the Bicycling Alliance for Sustainability (BAS) will release the ‘Human Rights Code of Conduct’ for all BAS members and following action plan. – Photo Shutterstock
    Taiwan7 Feb 25

    Taiwan Bicycle Association responds to LeMonde's allegations on working conditions

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Following allegations by LeMonde Diplomatique about indicators of forced labour according to the International Labor Organization (ILO) in the Taiwanese bicycle industry, the trade association Taiwan Bicycle Association (TBA) felt the urge to respond. "Taiwan as the crucial global supply chain has the responsibility to do things right in every aspect and we appreciate your effort in providing us the guidance and advice regarding the foreign labour issues," the TBA told Bike Europe.

  • It is not the first time that the bicycle industry in South-East Asia is accused of illegal labour practices. - Photo Shutterstock
    Taiwan4 Feb 25

    LeMonde paints grim picture of bicycle industry in Taiwan

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Any frequent visitor of bicycle industry factories in Taiwan, has seen that a lot of the workers come from countries like Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand or Indonesia. Often the signing in the factories is multi-lingual to facilitate the foreign workers. In a recent publication, LeMonde Diplomatique reports that they have found indicators of forced labour according to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), particularly in the Taiwan bicycle industry.

  • Giant Group’s ESG efforts throughout 2024 have been rewarded with the DJSI listing and a manufacturing award from the Ministry of Economic Affairs. – Photo Giant Group
    Sustainability23 Dec 24

    Giant Group setting ESG standards with DJSI index listing

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - In recognition of its ESG activities, Giant Group has joined the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) Emerging Markets Index, making it the first company in the bicycle industry to have this distinction.

  • “We see a growing number of customers demanding us to manufacturer these products in compliance with ESG standards,” explains Sunrise president Eric Li. – Photo Bike Europe
    Component factory10 Dec 24

    Sunrise builds frame factory in Vietnam to comply with ESG requirements

    TAICHUNG, Taiwan - An increasing number of companies follow the China +1 approach for their sourcing strategy. To meet this demand from their customers, one of Taiwan's leading frame manufacturers is currently developing a new production facility in Vietnam with a capacity of 600,000 units. Above all, Sunrise aims to reduce their carbon footprint and raise their level of sustainable production.

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