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The new longtail from Yuba is called the Fast Track. It will be available for the 2022 season. – Photo Yuba / David Malacrida

E-cargo and longtail specialist Yuba expands its business in Europe

ANNECY, France - Founded by Benjamin Sarrazin, the Franco-American brand Yuba continues to expand in Europe and the United States. By the end of...

Behind these gates of the Astro factory in Binh Duong Province, work commenced again on November 1st. - Photo Jo Beckendorff

Cautious factory openings in Vietnam raise hopes of easing supply...

BINH DUONG PROVINCE, Vietnam - The lockdown and subsequent factory closures in Vietnam have taken a heavy toll on the supply chain in the bicycle...

'Increase your assembly capacity and profitability'

'Increase your assembly capacity and profitability'

The market for bikes and e-bikes in Europe is still experiencing strong growth as a result of the global pandemic. With continuous increase in demand...

Merida Industry Co Ltd reported declines in shipments and revenue last month. – Photo Merida

Merida sales affected by shipping and supply issues

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Supply chain constraints in combination with shortages of components and shipping containers have disrupted distribution from...

Waiting to re-open: Taiwan’s bicycle factories such as frame maker Astro-Tech & Co. in the Vietnamese province of Binh Duong. - Photo Jo Beckendorff

How quickly can Vietnam ease lead-times as bicycle factories begin...

BINH DUONG PROVINCE, Vietnam - In order to put a stop to the rampant Delta variant, Vietnam has been in lockdown by government decree for a whopping...

It takes one to two months before everything is running at full capacity again,” says Astro Tech Co, Ltd. MD, Samuel Hu. Photo: Jo Beckendorff

Astro Tech MD, Samuel Hu: "Lockdown in Vietnam takes supply chain...

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Many bicycle retailers have already experienced suppliers reporting yet another regrettable delay in the delivery of goods,...

“We have not only invested in new frame production techniques but have also established relationships with suppliers outside the regular supply channels,” says Dingyu Manufacturing CEO, Steve Zhu. Photo: Dinyu

Dingyu Manufacturing limits frame production time by 50%

NANTONG, China - Dingyu Manufacturing has developed a new concept for the manufacturing of custom-made frames whereby customers can choose from...

Chinese bike parts manufacturer, Zoom (HL Corp), has doubled its production capacity since the pandemic began. - Photos Magic Cycling

Zoom (HL Corp) offers Chinese perspective on COVID-19's pressure on...

SHANGHAI, China - As the world's major manufacturer of forks, handlebars and stems, Zoom (HL Corp) is facing an influx in orders as a result of the...

Technology enablers including artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, 5G and big data analytics will play an important role in strengthening supply chains in the aftermath of the corona crisis. - Photo Shutterstock

Data plays a crucial role in limiting supply chain risks

DOETINCHEM, The Netherlands - Not only in the bicycle industry, but the supply chains of 40% of multinationals proved unsuited to face the impact of...

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How to stay at the forefront of the European battery revolution?

The coronavirus crisis has emphasised the overwhelming dependence on Asian supplies. The European bike industry is suffering from component...