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Information on where to buy tampering kits, how to make minor changes in the software or just change the settings of the e-bike can easily to be found on internet. – Photo CitizenCycle
CONEBI

E-bike industry opposes tampering and calls for maintaining legal...

BRUSSELS, Belgium - "Riding manipulated e-bikes on public roads may result in serious legal consequences," writes the European industry confederation CONEBI. The national industry associations and companies operating under the aegis of CONEBI speak out altogether against any kind of manipulation of e-bikes and e-bike drive systems to increase the performance of the maximum supported assistance speed.

The total import value of bicycles in the US dropped to just over US$1 billion (€950 million) in 2024. This is compared to a ‘Covid-high’ in 2022 at just over $2 billion (€1.9 billion). - Photo Shutterstock
Market Report

Uncertainty for US bicycle imports despite 2024 turnaround

WASHINGTON, US - As the world awaits a year of tariffs and tussles, there was good news for the bicycle market in the US in 2024. The number of non- electric bicycles imported into the country rose again following sharp declines since 2021, the latest US customs data shows. However, with China as the leading supplier, the market remains uncertain.

Accell Group completes its recapitalisation process. - Photo Accell Group
Financial

Accell Group enters new phase after completing recapitalisation...

HEERENVEEN, the Netherlands - Accell Group has completed its recapitalisation process after it secured sufficient support from its key stakeholders last November. The sanction hearing in the English court on 23 January 2025, at which the court sanctioned the recapitalisation following the agreement that Accell reached with the majority of its financial stakeholders in October 2024, was the final step before yesterday's finalisation.

Shimano reports that demand for bicycles continued to be weak and net sales decreased 5.2% in 2024 – Photo Shimano
Financial

Shimano sales decrease 5.2%, but European revenue rebounds

OSAKA, Japan - The 2024 financial report of Shimano Inc. indicates a rebound in sales in the second half of last year. However, in more detail the results look less promising for the international bicycle industry. The revenue in Europe and Taiwan was still down by double digits and the main growth market was China where revenue increased by almost 60%. In the long-term Shimano remains positive on bicycle sales, but the bicycle component manufacturer also points to the potential impact of geopolitical developments.

“Managing our own distribution in Europe via Tern ZE will allow us to react quicker in the modern fast-changing market,” said Joshua Hon. – Photo Tern
Distribution

Tern to establish own European distribution centre

COLOGNE, Germany - Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer Tern has announced plans to establish its first distribution office in Europe. Dubbed Tern ZE, the Cologne-based facility will begin operating on 1 July 2025 and should enable the firm to better support its customers in Europe.

東南亞的自行車行業並非首次被指控涉及勞工剝削問題。照片來源/Shutterstock
中文部份

法媒《世界外交》描繪台灣自行車行業黑暗面

台灣,台中-經常造訪台灣自行車工廠的人會注意到,有許多來自菲律賓、越南、泰國或印尼的技術工人,因此廠內通常具備多語言標示。法國媒體《世界外交》(Le Monde Diplomatique)一篇近期報導指出,他們發現台灣自行車行業存在國際勞工組織(International Labour Organisation,簡稱ILO)標準所判定的強迫勞動指標。

2024年,西班牙自行車產量同比增長2.9%。照片來源/AMBE
中文部份

西班牙2024年自行車產量回升

西班牙,馬德里(MADRID)-西班牙自行車產量在經過連續2年的優異表現後,於2023年出現衰退,不過2024年迎來回升,年增2.9%。儘管產值略有下滑,該國自行車產業仍比疫前表現出更強的韌性。

CIE網路研討會的講者表示:數據具備革新自行車產業價值鏈的潛力。照片來源/Shutterstock
中文部份

新進企業為自行車產業數位化鋪路?

荷蘭,宰斯特(ZEIST)-由歐洲自行車提倡協會(Cycling Industries Europe,簡稱CIE)舉辦的「產業數位解決方案」網絡研討會的講者 Bartek Czerwinski 在會上表示:「數據是產業目前缺少的一環,而自行車產業需要標準化。」新進企業在會中分享他們的構想,期望打造公平的競爭環境,推動自行車產業的數位化,使其與汽車產業的發展水平接軌。

創辦人兼執行長Wolf D. Koch將持有未公開的少數股權繼續參與公司營運。照片來源/Lupine Lighting Systems
中文部份

投資公司收購Lupine Lighting Systems多數股權

德國,諾伊馬克特(NEUMARKT)-比利時歐洲投資公司Gimv NV於去年12月收購德國自行車及戶外照明廠Lupine Lighting Systems GmbH多數股權,交易金額未公開。

According to the decision of the ICC arbitration tribunal, Scott Sports Group patron Beat Zaugg is to sell the minority share in ‘his baby’ to majority shareholder Youngone Corporation. – Photo Jo Beckendorff
Company

ICC ruling: Beat Zaugg to cede his Scott Sports shares to Youngone

PARIS, France - As reported by several Swiss media, Paris-based arbitration tribunal of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) handed down its verdict regarding Scott Sports SA (or Scott Sports Group) ownership. According to the ruling made on 6 February, Beat Zaugg, who is still co-owner of Swiss bike and winter sports supplier, is to cede his 47% stake in the company to majority owner Youngone Corporation.

Shows & Events

Taipei Cycle 2025: innovation, networking and market expansion

The 2025 Taipei Cycle Show will take place from March 26 to 29 at Halls 1 and 2 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. The event will bring together 980 companies from 35 countries across 3,600 booths, reinforcing its role as a hub for high-end bicycle supply chains, innovation, and sustainability.

In its review, the TRA found that keeping the measures on all imports of Chinese e-bikes would not be in the economic interest of the UK. - Photo Shutterstock
Anti-dumping

UK revokes e-bike tariffs prompting questions from Europe

LONDON, UK - The UK Government has accepted the recommendation to revoke anti-dumping and countervailing measures on imports of Chinese non-folding e-bikes to the UK. The measure which came into force from 7 February 2025 will open the market to cheaper e-bikes.

Ferdinand Wolf is currently serving in the capacity of Product Experience Director at DJI.  He has previously served as managing director Skynamic / Drone Pilot at Skynamic. – Photo DJI
Interview

Ferdinand Wolf on why drone manufacturer DJI entered the e-bike market

FRANKFURT, Germany - DJI was one of the biggest newcomers on the e-bike market last year creating a lot of rumor during the tradeshows. What makes the e-bike market so interesting for this leading manufacturer of drones which generates a multi-billion revenue? The introduction into the e-bike market was put in the hands of drone pilot and DJI Product Experience Director Ferdinand Wolf.

Florian Klingseisen (l.) and Eric Sakalowsky. – Photo Porsche eBike Performance
People

Porsche eBike Performance makes two director appointments

OTTOBRUNN, Germany - Porsche's e-bike drive systems manufacturing subsidiary has announced the appointment of Florian Klingseisen and Eric Sakalowsky to director-level roles. Klingseisen joined Porsche eBike Performance as director of project management last month, while Sakalowsky has taken up the role of marketing director. Dr Jan Becker, co-CEO of Porsche eBike Performance, welcomed the pair and said the firm was delighted with the hires.

“Simplon stands for inspiring quality, sustainable innovation and Austrian tradition - and that's exactly what we want to continue to drive forward at full speed,” emphasises new Simplon CEO Christoph Mannel. - Photo Simplon
Company

Restructuring complete as Simplon starts anew in season 2025

HARD, Austria - Modular bike builder Simplon Fahrrad GmbH has successfully completed its restructuring process under self-administration. With the support of the previously announced new owner SOL Capital Management, Austria's second-largest bicycle manufacturer is now starting the upcoming cycling season in a stronger position.

In 2024 Whyte grew its domestic e-MTB full suspension market share significantly and secured ‘Bike of the Year’ awards from leading international media for both its ‘full-power’ and ‘lightweight/SL’ e-MTBs.
Business

Whyte Bikes expands globally through select distribution partners

Whyte, an award-winning challenger bike brand with over 25 years of innovation, has built a strong reputation for reliability and performance. Focused on delivering a high-quality riding experience at competitive prices, the company is now expanding its global reach.

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
Taiwan

Taiwan Bicycle Association responds to LeMonde's allegations on...

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.

Kalkhoff is setting new standards with low-temperature powder coatings at its facility in Emstek, Germany – Photo Kalkhoff
Paint & coat

Kalkhoff adopts more sustainable painting practises at Emstek factory

EMSTEK, Germany - Pon-owned brand Kalkhoff is transitioning to low-temperature powder coatings in the painting process at its bicycle factory in Germany. This reduction in temperature brings significant benefits in terms of energy consumption and reduces CO2 emissions.

Founder and CEO Wolf D. Koch will remain on the board of Lupine Lighting Systems with an unspecified minority stake in the company. – Photo Lupine Lighting Systems
Mergers & Acquisitions

Investment group acquires majority stake in Lupine Lighting Systems

NEUMARKT, Germany - Last December, Belgium-based European investment company Gimv NV acquired an undisclosed majority stake in German bicycle and outdoor lighting producer Lupine Lighting Systems GmbH.

Data has the potential to revolutionise the bicycle industry value chain, speakers during the recent CIE webinar explained. – Photo Shutterstock
Data management

Newcomers paving the way for bicycle industry digitalisation?

ZEIST, The Netherlands - "Data is the missing piece of the narrative, and there is a basic need for standardisation in the bicycle industry," declared speaker Bartek Czerwinski during the Cycling Industries Europe (CIE) hosted webinar on Digital Solutions for the Cycling Industry. Here, newcomers in the industry explained their ideas for creating a level playing field to bring the bike industry up to a digital level in line with its automotive counterpart.