APELDOORN, the Netherlands - To step up Merida's presence, the Benelux distributor of the Taiwanese manufacturer has expanded into Denmark as the official importer for this country. This strategic move strengthens Merida's foothold in the Scandinavian region, furthering the brand's commitment to delivering high-quality bikes and cycling gear to a wider audience.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark - The Danish bicycle market has always been on its own sales path compared to other European countries. However, the 2023 figures of the dealer intake released by the Danish bicycle dealers and industry organisation 'Danske Cykelhandlere' from January-November could be an indication of what we can expect when other European countries publish their sales reports.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark - The annual bike show for the Nordic market which takes place in Copenhagen is going to increase the emphasis on more B2B engagement. The organiser has introduced a series of services to trade visitors expanding on the success of 2023, where the Copenhagen Bike Show attracted over 10,000 visitors.
BERLIN, Germany - Europe-wide regulations and experiences for speed pedelecs vary per country. The Dutch mobility consultancy Mobycon and German industry association ZIV have now made a first comparative study on this market in in Germany, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
MONTREAL, Canada - As part of the company's international business growth strategy, Argon 18 has appointed Patrick Flaherty as chief revenue officer (CRO). Flaherty has over twenty years' experience in the cycling industry, most recently at Specialized.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark - The ambitions were sky high when Mate Bike was founded in 2016. Investors were easy to entice based on the projected growth of the e-bike market. However, expansion came too quickly, and Mate Bike is now fighting insolvency.
LYNGE, Denmark - Since January 1st, 2023, all Argon 18 bikes destined for the European market have been assembled at the company's European headquarters in Denmark. The Canadian brand is also broadening its retail network by offering direct to retail sales in the UK. Other European markets are expected to follow.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark – The ample availability of bicycles and e-bikes resulted in increased sales in Denmark in 2022, just like in many other EU countries. The January-August 2022 figures of supplies clearly show an upswing in the market, but don’t give any indication of the market outlook.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark - Mate is entering the e-cargobike market with the launch of its SUV model. Made from 90% recycled aluminium, the e-bike lifestlye brand is presenting it as "the first real alternative to a car."
EDE, The Netherlands - "The problems in the supply chain are still very present," tells Accell Western Europe's regional director Epco Vlugt to Bike Europe during the company's annual dealer show. "But there is definitely progress compared to last year," he confirms. "With such dynamic market conditions it shows that many players in the chain are beginning to adapt and add more flexibility."
