Jan-Willem Van Schaik

Europe's main bicycle markets had to swallow significant losses in a challenging year. - Photo Bike Europe

European e-bike sales take step back in 2023

ZEIST, The Netherlands - Undeniably European e-bike sales took a step back last year. In 7 European countries which have already reported their...

Emma Zwiebler, the new CEO of the WFSGI. – Photo WFSGI

WFSGI appoints new CEO

ITTIGEN, Switzerland - Emma (Mason) Zwiebler has been appointed World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) chief executive officer from...

“Increasing tariffs on domestic importers and manufacturers without providing incentives to shift production from China is unfair,'" US trade organisation PeopleForBikes says. - Photo Shutterstock

US e-bike market threatened by 25% tariff on lithium-ion batteries

WASHINGTON, USA - The latest publication by the US Trade Representative (USTR) regarding tariff action has not brought any clarification whether the...

"Private ownership allows us to be more streamlined, more flexible, and quicker on our feet," explains the Kona owners in statement. - Photo Kona

Former founders bring Kona Bikes back to business

FERNDALE, Canada - Founders Dan Gerhard and Jake Heilbron have purchased Kona Bikes back from Kent Outdoors, along with a team of dedicated,...

Comodule’s new software development kit should simplify development, enabling brands to craft their own app. – Photo Comodule

Comodule simplifies creating custom apps for e-bike brands

TALLINN, Estonia - Building an own mobile application has become easier for e-bike manufacturers with the launch of Comodule's next generation...

Currently, approximately two-thirds of the components used in the production of bikes are imported from outside of the EU. – Photo Decathlon

Decathlon urges politicians to implement European Cycling Declaration

LILLE, France - In the run-up to the upcoming European Parliament elections from 6-9 June, sporting goods producer and retailer Decathlon calls upon...

Erhard Büchel passed away at the age of 71. – Photo Büchel GmbH

Büchel GmbH owner and CONEBI/WBIA president Erhard Büchel passes away

FULDA, Germany - Erhard Büchel passed away on 12 May at the age of 71 after a short, serious illness. The news sparked response from industry peers...

A-Forge highlighted their in-house gravity casting technology at Taipei Cycle. – Photo Bike Europe

A-Forge expands production with new factory in Vietnam

TAIPEI, Taiwan - To meet growing demand for forged and hydroformed frame components, A-Forge is currently building a fifth production facility in...

The Giant booth at the China Cycle 2024 attracted a lot of visitors. – Photo Bike Europe

Light at the end of the tunnel for Giant Group's revenue decline

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Monthly financial overviews showed that Giant Group didn't make a good start in 2024. Yesterday the Giant Group reported a...

Gregory Girard has taken on the daily operation of Miche as CEO. – Photo Miche

Miche S.R.L. appoints new CEO

SAN VENDEMIANO, Italy - Shortly after the change of FAC Michelin SRL to Miche S.R.L, the company has announced the appointment of Gregory Girard as...