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.

GLIWICE, Poland - Lithium-ion battery manufacturer BMZ Group has been establishing a foothold within the e-bike market since 2011. To solidify this position, the German company has expanded its e-bike operations in Poland, which has become a very important centre for the BMZ Group's global e-bike business. Considered its e-bike 'excellence centre,' Bike Europe visited the vast 77,000-square-metre location to find out more.

GIRONA, Spain - Accell Group has appointed William Perrier as managing director for Southern Europe in a role that was cut a couple of years ago. The renewed focus on the region is part of the group's strategy aimed at accelerating its development in the key markets of France, Spain, Portugal and Andorra. Perrier was presented at Sea Otter Europe as the man to boost the sales of Accell brands Lapierre, Ghost, Winora and Haibike, which are at the core of sales in the region.

Shimano Europe has announced the relaunch of its State of the Nation report; a comprehensive study designed to inform, inspire, and highlight the company's advocacy projects across Europe.

CESENA, Italy - The introduction of new e-bike drive train suppliers in the past years might give the impression that this component comes from China alone. Italian Oli eBike Systems proves the opposite, although the company keeps close ties with its Chinese owner, Wolong. The company was founded in 2015 and rolled out an ambitious growth strategy and shifted its focus towards the Northern European market.

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