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“We will continue to investments in our manufacturing capacity for the e-mobility business area,” said hGears CEO Sven Arend. – Photo hGears

hGears steps up transition from automotive to e-bike industry

SCHRAMBERG, Germany - The importance of e-bike precision component production becomes more important for hGears year after year. In its 2022 annual financial results, the company clearly states that the growth in the e-bike and e-mobility components market compensates for the loss in the automotive and e-tools business.

The new components are designed to make life easier for the industry.

Shimano simplifies component line-up with CUES

With the new CUES ecosystem, Shimano presents a novel approach to its mid-tier lifestyle component line-up. The idea: new components that are designed not only to improve the shifting experience but also to make life easier for the industry through greater compatibility and an improved supply chain structure.

"We have shifted to toxic-free materials and environmentally friendly production processes."

Litemove's e-bike lights are turning green

Litemove, the manufacturer of innovative high-tech bicycle lights, is going green with its next-generation products.

The introduction of Shimano’s newest product family is a shake-up of the mid-tier segment. – Photo Shimano

Shimano overhauls its mid-range line-up to reduce supply chain...

OSAKA, Japan - Shimano has introduced Cues, a new approach to its mid-tier component line-up. Redesigned from the ground up, Shimano has focused on high-compatibility and consolidated its 9, 10, and 11-speed drivetrains like Deore, Tiagra and Alivio into one unified ecosystem of components.

A new certificate - live training sessions are also offered via stream.

TEKTRO Europe GmbH: Top-level service is key

Since establishing its European headquarters in 2019, the Taiwanese component manufacturer, TEKTRO, together with its premium brand TRP has invested heavily in ramping up its service offerings. Today, the team, based in the German town of Haßloch, an hour's drive from Frankfurt, supports OEs, DIs, dealers and media across Europe.

Shimano reported brisk order intakes last year for its 105 group sets and Steps series. – Photo Shimano

Shimano forecast reflects concerns over 2023 market development

OSAKA, Japan - Once again, Shimano reported a major increase in net sales last year, despite the slowdown in bicycle sales compared to 2021. However, Shimano also raises its concern over the global market and forecasts a 20% decline in net sales for 2023 for the whole company.

The relocation to the new SRAM facility will be complete in 2024. – Photo SRAM

SRAM commits to new facility in Taiwan

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - SRAM has been a committed manufacturer in Taiwan for over three decades, dedicated to producing bicycle components for the high-end cycling market. With an investment in a new factory, SRAM is expanding its capabilities in Taichung.

From left to right Dan Liljeqvist, CEO, Herrmans Bike Components, Thorsten Krüger, Global Customer Development Manager, Herrmans Bike Components and Sari Trosien, Accounting and Tax partner in Germany. – Photo Herrmans Bike Components

Herrmans looks for growth in central Europe with German subsidiary

HOLZWICKEDE, Germany - Finnish bicycle component exporter, Herrmans Bike Components Ltd has established a new German subsidiary, Herrmans Bike Components GmbH. Having had a presence on the German market since 2007, the company calls it "a natural continuation and reinforcement of the company's long-term commitment and presence in Germany."

Recently, Rodi finished the construction of a new production facility for its cycling business.

Rodi Industries continues to invest in the future

Portuguese manufacturer Rodi Industries is in the process of launching a new product line of high-quality aluminium rims. This product innovation comes with the implementation of new technologies in the production process and an increase in capacity.

Unofficial reports say that SRAM has taken over the Amprio e-bike components business. - Photo Amprio

Amprio confirms take-over by SRAM

SCHWEINFURT, Germany - SRAM's activities in the e-bike category have entered a new stage now the German e-bike drive systems supplier Amprio is connected to the American bicycle component manufacturer.