LONDON, UK - Brompton Bike Hire announced more seven hire points called Docks will be rolled out over the summer. This will include two new London locations as well as in Birmingham and Bristol. Brompton Docks were officially launched in 2011 with the stated aim of becoming the only bicycle scheme in the world to operate without government grants or subsidies.
DOETINCHEM, THE Netherlands - Speed e-bike sales is really taking off in the Netherlands this year. Growing public awareness of this new category of electric bicycles as well as a growing offering appears to have an accelerating effect on sales.
SHANGHAI, China - Preparation started already last October in Kunshan, China when Asian business leaders and officials of industry associations met for the first time. Next Tuesday, one day before the opening of the China Cycle Show, the Asia Bicycle Alliance will be installed officially.
LAUSANNNE, Switzerland - The World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) continues to put effort into manufacturing challenges, also in the ...
AMERSFOORT, The Netherlands - Starting tomorrow - January 7, 2015 - part of the inventory of bankrupted Halfords Netherlands is auctioned. It involves ...
ALLENTOWN, USA - The percentage of adult bicycle owners who did not make any visits to a US bike shop increased by 10 percentage points from 2011 to ...
A group of 70 Members of the European Parliament launched a stakeholders consultation on whether Market Economy Status should be granted or not to China.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - Yesterday the European Parliament has approved the new European Commission. ECF/Cycling Industry Club is particularly looking ...
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - Bike Europe and the bike dealer magazine for the Netherlands and Belgium, Tweewieler (both trade journals published by Reed ...
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands - Bike Europe will not publish its regular Thursday email Newsletter during the next two weeks. From June 23 to July 7 only ...
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Tern announced today that the company has signed a licensing agreement with UK bike specialist Avocet Sports Ltd. for use of its ...
GÖTZENS, Austria - After an insolvency (applied for in October 2013), Kalnai - SRAM's exclusive distributor for Austria - has restarted as Kalnai ...
MALLORCA, Spain - Last weekend, at the annual Merida Press Camp, the presentation of the ProTour Lampre team with World Champion Rui Costa and the ...
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - Despite that Specialized (after Trek did in 2012) announced late January to pull out of Eurobike organizer Messe ...
MADRID, Spain - It is called "UNIBIKE, The Bicycle Trade Show" and its 1st edition is to take place 19 - 21 September 2014. This new event replaces ...
BRUSSELS, Belgium - On October 17 Bike Europe reported that the new Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP), which 'Brussels' is to implement per ...
In the ever-evolving landscape of bicycle manufacturing, the introduction of new materials heralds a profound paradigm shift. From the use of carbon fiber to the exploration of eco-friendly alternatives, the industry is undergoing a renaissance driven by innovation and sustainability. However, the successful adaptation to these materials requires more than just ingenuity; it demands designing advanced machinery specifically tailored to handle these novel materials while prioritising ecological sustainability.
Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge design, Finnish bicycle component producer Herrmans is about to solidify this reputation at Eurobike 2024. In an interview with R&D Director Joel Savikko, we delve into the company's sustainable initiatives and their exciting new products set to debut in Frankfurt.
Elvedes Bike Components has a complete range of bottom brackets and bottom bracket parts for all cycling segments. To keep the programme clear and understandable, Elvedes is constantly looking for solutions that work pleasantly in the workshop and bicycle shop.
With the launch of a new series of bicycle grips made from bio-based raw materials and increasing use of recycled plastic components, Herrmans Bike Components in Finland is leading the bicycle industry's shift towards sustainable production.
