Giant Group收購Stages Cycling
台灣，台中－Giant Group宣布收購Stages Cycling，其母公司當中有幾間於6月申請《破產法》第11章（Chapter 11）破產保護。Giant Group美國子公司SPIA Cycling Inc.最終以2,010萬美元得標收購Stages Cycling。
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Revonte執行長首透露為何驅動系統品牌未能成功
芬蘭，坦佩雷（TAMPERE）－電動自行車驅動系統品牌Revonte於1年前被迫申請破產。自從5年前推出產品之後，該公司在業界收到不少正面評價，OEM也喜愛將Revonte ONE作為電動自行車下一代驅動系統。不過，即便電動自行車正旺，Revonte仍未能撐到最後。現在，共同創辦人兼前執行長Otto Chrons首次分享他在Revonte的故事以及學到的教訓。
Miranda及FSA專利糾紛耗時多年結案
義大利，布斯納戈（BUSNAGO）－專利糾紛通常會耗時多年，而葡萄牙零件製造商Miranda和FSA之間自2018年開始的案子也不例外，當時該間葡萄牙公司向德國進口商Advanced Sports發出一封信件。FSA近期公開聲明表示，此案已在德國杜塞道夫（Düsseldorf）地方法院裁決後結案。
Askoll Ultra sponsors Italian e-MTB athlete Mirko Tabacchi
Askoll Ultra, the brand dedicated to developing power units for e-MTBs, renews its commitment with Mirko Tabacchi for the WES 2024 World Championship, officially sponsoring the Italian athlete. Tabacchi will race an e-MTB equipped with Askoll Ultra C90A power unit.
Market uncertainty persists at opening day of Taichung Bike Week
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - The slow start of the annual Taichung Bike Week reflects the overall mood in the market. The inventory situation is still delaying product innovations and the development of new models. Over the past years the market has moved away from the annual model year cycles. All of this combined makes attending an annual sourcing show like Taichung Bike Week less relevant for product managers.
Belgian Cycling Factory presents 'book of promises'
BERINGEN, Belgium - To extend its European sales network Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) has been reviewing its business model and market strategy as part of a major expansion of its business. As owner of brands like Ridley Bikes and Eddy Merckx the company wrote a 'book of promises' for current and future retail partners to clarify this new strategy.
Italian Bike Festival further establishing itself as international...
MISANO ADRIATICO, Italy - The seventh edition of the Italian Bike Festival (IBF) emphasised its position as an international show for the cycling industry in Italy. After Padova, Verona and Milan, the industry has found a new opportunity to present itself at the Misano World Circuit.
Gobao hires Jack Brandsen as chief strategy officer Europe
MUNICH, Germany - Jack Brandsen is taking over the role of chief strategy officer (CSO) Europe at Gobao effective immediately. In his position, he will drive the strategic direction of the company in the European market. Brandsen brings over 15 years of experience in the bicycle industry and has successfully built numerous brands in the e-mobility sector.
Giant Group acquires Stages Cycling
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Giant Group has announced the takeover of Stages Cycling from its owner companies, some of which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in June. Giant Group's US subsidiary, SPIA Cycling Inc. finally got hold of Stages Cycling with a winning bid of US$20.1 million (€18 million).
Criminal investigation into Babboe comes to an end
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands - The Public Prosecution Service in the Netherlands has decided to discontinue its criminal investigation into cargobike manufacturer Babboe B.V. The company was suspected of producing and marketing certain types of (electric) cargo bikes that allegedly had safety issues.
Long-running patent dispute between FSA and Miranda concluded
BUSNAGO, Italy - Patent disputes often drag on for years. This was also the case between Miranda and FSA that started in 2018 with a letter from the Portuguese component manufacturer to the German importer Advanced Sports. In a public statement FSA recently announced the case closed after a ruling by the German District Court in Düsseldorf.
Vogue cargobikes sales halted after safety fears force recall
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands - Europe Cycle Company B.V. (ECC), the manufacturer of Vogue cargo bikes, must immediately stop the sale of all its cargo bikes, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has determined. The company must also recall cargo bikes that pose a serious safety risk.
Qwic owner EcoMotion saves cycling gear brand AGU from downfall
ALKMAAR, the Netherlands - Wholesaler and cycling gear brand AGU has announced its take-over by EcoMotion and withdrawal of the chapter 11 status. Fierce competition on the local market in combination with multiple senior management changes in recent years lead to a declining market position of this one-time leading player in the Dutch cycling market.
Thule partners with reTyre for sustainable tyres
Sustainable tire manufacturer reTyre has formed a new partnership with Thule, a global leader in premium mobility solutions. Celebrated for its commitment to creating products that are both innovative and environmentally responsible, the partnership aligns with Thules sustainable ambitions.
Pon.Bike立陶宛新廠隆重開幕
立陶宛，凱代尼艾（KEDAINIAI）－Pon.Bike在立陶宛的先進（電動）自行車新廠於週二正式開幕，受邀的業界嘉賓、供應商、建商和官方代表齊聚一堂。這項斥資5,700萬歐元的計劃被該國經濟暨創新部（Ministry of Economy and Innovation，以下簡稱經創部）認定為重要外資投資項目，因此這次開幕典禮成為一場重大盛會。
荷蘭查扣16,500輛未合歐盟規範的胖胎車
荷蘭，海牙（THE HAGUE）－荷蘭當局在一項大規模行動中，查扣一共16,500輛不符電動自行車或輕型摩托車（moped）法規的胖胎自行車。該國人類環境和運輸督察局（ILT）表示，這些胖胎車實際上是違法的輕型摩托車，進口自數間中國製造商。
Merida買下經銷商Merida & Centurion Germany
台灣，彰化－Merida Industry Co. Ltd.已提高其在德國經銷商Merida & Centurion Germany GmbH（MCG）的持股比例，該公司為德國業界資深人士Wolfgang Renner持有並管理。
microSHIFT建置5G智慧產線
台灣，台中－microSHIFT近日向業界展示其為生產變速系統所安裝的創新5G智慧產線，該活動與台灣電動智能自行車協會（TSEBA）合作舉辦。
Innovation in FSA headsets: the definitive solution for the market
The increasing diversification of frames demands components that cater to different requirements. Full Speed Ahead (FSA), with over 50 years of industry experience, develops headsets tailored to customer needs while integrating innovative technologies to optimize performance and design.
Revonte CEO on why their drive system failed in a thriving e-bike...
TAMPERE, Finland - E-bike drive system brand Revonte was forced to file for bankruptcy one year ago. Since the launch of the product 5 years earlier, the company received a lot of positive feedback from industry peers. OEM's welcomed the Revonte ONE as the next generation drive system for e-bikes. Still Revonte didn't make it, even while the e-bike market was thriving. For the first time, co-founder and former CEO Otto Chrons shares his Revonte story and the lessons learned.