BRUSSELS, Belgium - Tomorrow, Thursday March 21, 2013 the European Commission Directory General Trade will publish its disclosure document on the ...

Velo Enterprise, world's leading saddle manufacturer in the OEM sector, is gaining ground increasingly in the Aftermarket. Velo's Aftermarket saddle ...

The 25th edition of the Taipei International Cycle Show proved again its significance as a platform demonstrating high-end products, as the number of ...

Interbike's show director Andy Tompkins (photo) leaves the company at the end of this month to pursue other professional opportunities. Tompkins is ...

With their newest T-technology, Velo accomplished a breakthrough in ultra-light saddle base construction with carbon fiber injection and rail ...

Last June the Austrian Minister for Traffic installed mandatory wear of a helmet for children when riding a bicycle. According to the Traffic Minister ...

The bi-annual Paris Cycle Show which took place from September 16-19 reports a successful 2011 edition in term of visitors. We welcomed a total of ...

BBB Highlight Ergonomics for 2011 Handlebars and Saddles

"The health care turmoil in the US is only temporary," Philips' CEO said in an interview in 2017. Today, Philips itself seems to be in its worst turmoil ever. The company is recalling millions of medical devices due to the breakdown of foam (PE-PUR) used in the Philips Respironics ventilators and other medical devices, causing serious potential health risks.

ESPOO, Finland - In the midst of Finland's abrupt repeal of its tax benefit scheme for company bicycles, which sent shockwaves through the national cycling industry, one company is making the bold choice to expand.

SANTA CRUZ, California - A global recall has been issued for the Santa Cruz Heckler 9 bike model after multiple battery fires were reported. The Santa Cruz-based company, a subset of the Dutch transport conglomerate Pon Holdings, first issued the recall in May, warning customers that the e-bike's lithium-ion battery can overheat and pose a fire hazard.

SCHIPHOL-RIJK, the Netherlands - Yamaha Motor Europe has unveiled its new e-bike systems service platform, aiming to strengthen aftersales support for dealers of Yamaha drive units and systems-equipped e-bikes. Following a trial phase initiated in February 2025, the platform is now up and running for all official dealers across France.

OTTOBRUNN, Germany - Porsche eBike Performance GmbH has brought two new leaders on board its management team to bolster the company's leadership body and shape the company's future. Denise Silva has been appointed as Director Product Definition and Thorsten Weppert as Director Corporate Quality.

SAKAI CITY, Japan - Component manufacturer Shimano points to "signs of recovery starting to appear in sales of completed bicycle sales" as it releases its first quarter consolidated financial results for 2025. In a welcome sign for the industry, the company reports a 15.6% increase in bicycle component sales in Q1, compared to the sluggish start of the year in 2024.

MADRID, Spain - Following a dip in 2023 after two very successful years, bicycle production in Spain rebounded in 2024 with a 2.9% year-on-year increase in volume. Despite the value of the output dipping slightly, the Spanish industry is proving to remain robust compared to pre-pandemic levels.

JAKOBSTAD, Finland - European component manufacturer, Herrmans Bike Components continues to expand its sustainable product portfolio. The latest addition sees three of its existing chainguard models transition to using 100% recycled ABS plastic.

ZEIST, The Netherlands - Imports of e-bikes into the EU reached almost 200,000 units in Q3 of 2024, almost matching the same volume of Q3 in 2023. Although there were signs of market recovery with an increase in e-bikes entering EU shores in Q2, the overall year-on-year decrease in the first nine months of 2024 is 28% compared to 2023. Perhaps more important, this is not counteracted by a higher import value.

NUNSPEET, The Netherlands - Once claiming to be market leader in the Netherlands, e-bike brand Stella is on the verge of bankruptcy. Despite repeated financial injections from its owner DMEP, the manufacturer has now filed for a payment extension. According to DMEP, Stella can no longer achieve sustainable profitability in its current form and requires a "substantial" capital injection.

Nürtingen, Germany - The former company headquarters of Magura has moved into a brand-new facility of Magura Bosch Parts & Services (MBPS). Two years after the decision in favour of a new building was made, all MBPS departments have now moved into the one building.

LUXEMBOURG, Luxembourg - A freezing order has been executed against an Italian company suspected of a major customs fraud involving the importation of e-bikes from China, the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) has announced. The company has been accused of evading more than €9.8 million in customs duties. This latest case raises questions about how complex it is to import e-bike components into the EU.