BRUSSELS, Belgium - High-level policymakers, industry experts, and cycling stakeholders came together at the annual CONEBI conference last month to foster a political dialogue on the EU Industrial Transition and the European Cycling Declaration. "We have a momentum in Europe to push for stronger policies in favour of cycling and the cycling industry," said MEP Karima Delli during the event held at the European Parliament.
BERLIN, Germany - Drive system manufacturer Brose started the serial remanufacturing process for its old e-bike drives in 2021 and has been continuously optimising the process ever since. The 'Reman Drive' saves 21 kg CO2-EQ per drive unit claims Brose and is now available for purchase by end-users while discussions with the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) have also taken place.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry (CONEBI) elected a new Board of Directors during the 2023 General Assembly held in Brussels last week. Erhard Büchel retains his position as CONEBI president.
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, England - UK bicycle manufacturer, Pashley, is seeking investment to accelerate its growth in three areas of e-mobility. Approaching its centenary year, the heritage brand is launching a crowdfunding campaign to support product development in e-cargo bikes, e-bikes and its already successful bike share products.
SKI, Norway - At Eurobike, reTyre introduced its sustainable, rubber-free tyres made from bio-based elastomers which allow for fully reusable tyres in a closed-loop circular economy. Now, in a sign that that the industry has accepted the product, the Norwegian company is accelerating the production of its tyres by expanding its production facility.
MISANO, Italy - High-end Italian bike manufacturer Focarini debuted a new range of e-bikes equipped with the Askoll Ultra C90A engine at the Italian Bike Festival last week. 'Made in Italy' was a key reason for the partnership between the Italians as for both this represents 'quality and craftmanship'.
LONDON, UK - Bike Club, a subscription-based provider of kid's bikes, has acquired Bicircular, a fellow bike subscription platform for children in Spain. This latest acquisition sees the UK scale-up entering two new European markets in the past twelve months. The certified B-Corp company says it is committed to bringing better circular economics into the European family leisure market.
CHANGHUA, Taiwan - Bicycle component and accessory manufacturer Sunny Wheel displayed its new universal adapter plate at Eurobike. As an update to the standard plate, the new product is compatible with 80% of market carriers. Additionally, the Taiwanese manufacturer confirmed a positive market outlook with no intentions to move production to Europe.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - E-bike brand Cowboy is embroiled in a patent dispute with French e-bike software developer eBikeLabs. What was once a close partnership has turned sour after allegations of copying e-bike technology came to the surface.
BERLIN, Germany - Claus Fleischer, managing director of Bosch eBike Systems, has been elected to join the Board of Directors of Zweirad Industrie Verband (ZIV). The German industry association has also been forced to replace board member Severine Lönne of Cycle Union/Prophete due to the insolvency situation in these companies.
TAIPEI, Taiwan - After two days of intense discussions, an international panel of experts in the field of bicycles and design have selected the winners of the Taipei Cycle d&i awards 2023 from almost 140 submissions. The winners will be crowned prior to Taipei Cycle 2023 on 21 March.
WELS, Austria - Austrian two-wheeler giant, Pierer Mobility continued its success in 2022, the company's latest financial report shows. Under its e-bike and bicycle business, Pierer E-Bikes GmbH the company achieved sales volume growth of more than 15% compared to 2021.
BREMBATE, Italy - Private equity investors Telemos Capital have signed a binding agreement to acquire a majority stake in Italian tyre manufacturer, Vittoria. Together with Wise Equity, Telemos aims to accelerate the growth of the company on a global scale. The transaction is expected to close in early 2023.
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Giant Group celebrated its 50th anniversary last week with a series of events held at the company's global headquarters in Taiwan. The occasion brought together global business leaders and the Taiwanese bicycle industry as they plan for a sustainable future. Giant CEO Young Liu also announced the group's future ESG strategy 'Cycling for a better future.'
ALICANTE, Spain - Iberian Sports Retail Group, has acquired an additional 18% holding in Spanish online retailer Deporvillage. This latest transaction means that the JD Sports's holding company now owns 98% of the retailer. The acquisition leaves the co-founders retaining a 2% interest but also looking for a new job as part of a management shake-up.
ZEIST, the Netherlands - With only a week to go until the first day of the Ebike Future Conference, more speakers names are emerging for the online event. Joshua Hon, founder of Tern Bicycles, Tomi Viiala, co-CEO of Stromer and Teet Praks, CEO of Comodule are amongst the list of top-level e-bike experts speaking at the 3-day event.
SUZHOU, China - Following the launch of the CMT03 a couple of years ago, e-bike motor manufacturer, Shengyi was back at Eurobike this year with 2 new additions, CMT07 and CMT03P.
VIENNA, Austria - Technology start-up, Dreamwaves, has added a new bike interface to waveOut, its spatial audio and augmented reality navigation app. Merging tech, innovation and inclusion the spatial audio features have been designed for safe and 'mindful' riding.
FRANKFURT, Germany - The attendance of high-ranking politicians from the urban, state and federal governments at the Eurobike Convention will mark the start of a new era for the global trade fair. Eurobike states that this year it is 'becoming political' as its convention explores the role of the bicycle in the 'mobility revolution.'
PARIS, France - Last week the French industry association Tout a Velo reported on the 2007 bike sales in France. The report shows some remarkable shifts ...
