BRUSSELS, Belgium - The positive results the EU bike market showed in 2014 continued into 2015. This is indicated by the Eurostat import statistics. In particular e-bikes performed superlatively, resulting in an import growth of a big 26.5%.
TAIPEI, Taiwan - It is probably not the first and it will certainly not be the last; e-bike maker BESV from Taiwan with its core competencies in IT is one of the first manufacturer in the bike industry to offer a members-only App.
OSAKA, Japan - For 2016, Shimano STEPS will be used in some 40 major brands like Bergamont, Corratec, Hercules, KTM, Panther, Raleigh US, Scott, Trek and newcomers such as Walleräng from Sweden. With that Shimano has taken the lead in chasing Bosch.
BREMBATE, Italy - Only one and a half years after the opening of an all-new facility in Oldenzaal, the Netherlands, Vittoria has announced the relocation of A Dugast cyclocross series production to its factory in Bangkok, Thailand.
HEERENVEEN, the Netherlands - The reorganisations announced at three of its subsidiaries was already a clear indication of a new policy at Accell Group BV. Now the reason why has become clear. Fitch Ratings has downgraded Accell Group and questions the company's possibility of meeting its financial commitments. According to Accell Group, "the Fitch report reflects the difficult market circumstances."
XI'AN, China - In close collaboration with metal additive manufacturing solution provider Bright Laser Technologies (BLT), frame and bicycle manufacturer Titan Super Bond has successfully printed a titanium alloy fork. The project opens up new possibilities for Chinese OEMs, expects Titan Super Bond.
VARSSEVELD, the Netherlands - Special needs bikes specialist Van Raam has entered into a strategic partnership with Munich based holding company Armira. "This partnership is a logical step to continue our growth strategy," says Van Raam Commercial Director Ronald Ruesink.
MUNICH, Germany - The bi-annual leading industry conference World Cycling Forum has been postponed to a later date. This was announced by organizer WFSGI (World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry).
THE HAGUE, the Netherlands - Dutch authorities have imposed a €15,000 penalty on 9 'fat bikes' sellers. They all offered fatbikes which did not comply with the type approval regulations and were not street legal.
AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - Swapfiets, the Pon owned bicycle concept known for its recognisable blue front-tyred rental bikes and e-bikes, has been awarded the international sustainability label B Corp. With the certification, they now join the impressive list of sustainability pioneers such as Patagonia, Tony's Chocolonely and KeepCup.
AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - KwikFit has entered into e-bike servicing. In addition to cars, electric bicycles and cargobikes are now also maintained and serviced from four city centre locations in the Netherlands. The company's ambitions don't stop there, noticing a potential gap in the market, the company is eyeing a complete national network followed by an international roll-out of the concept, a move enthusiastically supported by the UK head office and the Japanese shareholder.
Apollo Tyres is to launch its first dedicated micro-mobility tyre, the Vredestein Cargo. Developed specifically for electrically assisted cargo bikes used for urban deliveries, the new tyre will make its debut at Eurobike 2022 in Frankfurt, Germany. The new tyre will be available in one size, with a 20-inch (508mm) diameter and 2.2-inch (55 mm) width. Additional sizes will be announced in 2023.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - High-level keynotes, CEO panels, business leaders, European policy makers and academics are on the line-up of this year's Cycling Industries Europe (CIE) Summit. During the event on 12 May, industry experts will debate current trends, innovations, leadership topics and visions for 2030.
AKRON, USA - Goodyear Bicycle Tires has launched the next generation gravity range of mountain bike tires with two new tread patterns, the Newton MTF and Newton MTR. First launched in 2018 with Goodyear's official licensee, Rubber Kinetics, the all-new Goodyear Newton MTF and Newton MTR mark the most significant advancement in the brand's mountain bike tire portfolio.
AMSTELVEEN, the Netherlands - The average retail price for e-bikes increased between 4% and 12.5% last year in Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. The annual GfK E-bike Monitor 2021 shows that a growing number of consumers are interested in buying more premium bikes.
ZWOLLE, The Netherlands - Last year, the Dutch high-end carbon wheel manufacturer, FFWD entered the gravel category with Drift wheels. Now, with the introduction of the new FFWD Two/One hubs, the company says it has created a 'bomb proof gravel set'.
AGUEDA, Portugal - To increase Portugal's autonomy, Ciclo Fapril developed a new project to start cargo bike frame and component production. As partner in the Triangles project, Ciclo Fapril played an important role in the start of bicycle frame production in Portugal a few years ago.
The official 2020 sales statistics show that it was about the e-bike above all. Sales accelerated by double digits in many European countries. Also for 2021, industry insiders expect e-bike sales to expand rapidly.
HEERENVEEN, The Netherlands ‐ A fast recovery after the first lockdowns and the sustained high demand for bicycles, parts and accessories across Europe, has led the Accell Group to a 17% increase in net sales in 2020, according to the financial statement released today. The company also reports an operating profit of €74.7 million compared to €60.0 million in 2019.
VARSSEVELD, the Netherlands - Manufacturer of special needs bikes, Van Raam, has already outgrown its 2019 built factory in the Netherlands. To meet the growing demand of special bikes, the company has now taken over a 6,500 square meter facility in Wykroty, Poland.
