Industry News
Taichung Bike Week 2025: Industry challenges linger
Compared to 2023, this year’s edition of Taichung Bike Week saw a low overseas attendance. However, there were some encouraging signs as well.
Velo-ce S.R.L. acquires Van Nicholas from Accell
The Italian manufacturer strengthens its position in the premium adventure and travel bike segment with the takeover of the iconic titanium brand.
Goodbye, Boom Illusion: Germany’s Bike Market Faces Reality
In a recent interview, Burkhard Stork (ZIV) reported that the German Bicycle Market saw another decline in volumes in 2025.
Velo-ce S.R.L. acquires Van Nicholas from Accell
The Italian manufacturer strengthens its position in the premium adventure and travel bike segment with the takeover of the iconic titanium brand.
What’s Next? These Five Topics Will Shape the Bike Industry in 2026
The industry is moving from damage control to hard choices. 2026 will be shaped by uneven recovery, tariffs and a reshaped trade-show landscape. 2025 delivered ...
Pirelli Leads in Green: The Italian Tire Maker Pushes Sustainability
Tire makers flaunt green credentials, some more credibly than others. The Italian tires specialist Pirelli, for its part, aims to lead, not follow.
Russian Bicycle Industry: Domestic Brands Surge Amid Global Conflict
The Russian bike business is steadily recovering from a sharp drop between 2022 and 2023.
Eurobike 2026: Call for Contributions
Eurobike is inviting the cycling and ecomobility industry to submit future-facing topics and speakers.
Leadership shake-up at Fairnamic: Philipp Ferger takes Eurobike organiser role alongside Stefan Mittag
Fairnamic GmbH, the Eurobike joint venture of Messe Friedrichshafen and Messe Frankfurt, is reshuffling its leadership at a pivotal moment for the industry.
EU Regulation 2023/988: GPSR could be a boon to bike dealers
Dirk Zedler writes in this guest article about how the new EU safety regulations affect retailers.
Bicycle Exports: Bangladesh and Cambodia Break the Cycle of Bad News
Bangladesh's bicycle exports are climbing off a post-pandemic low, while Cambodia is accelerating sharply through 2025.
Eurobike: The 10-point plan proposed by ZIV and Zukunft Fahrrad
The joint paper of ZIV and Zukunft Fahrrad outlines ten key points they see as crucial for the future of the industry’s flagship trade fair.
Update: Eurobike organisers remain open to talks on future of event
Fairnamic GmbH surprised by ZIV/ZF announcement
Eurobike loses support of German industry associations
German bicycle industry associations ZIV – German Bicycle Industry and Zukunft Fahrrad (ZF) announce they are ceasing cooperation with fairnamic GmbH.
Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center Starts Trial Operations
A new chapter in Taiwan’s global ambitions has begun with the launch of trial operations at the Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center.
Schwalbe: Germany’s Top Tire Brand Rethinks Inflation
Schwalbe’s new butyl inner tubes come equipped with Clik Valve, marking the company’s aim to simplify tire inflation and establish a new industry standard.
Fairnamic-CEO Stefan Reisinger: Eurobike Plans Key Changes For 2026
The CEO of Eurobike organiser fairnamic GmbH, reflects on the key takeaways, industry sentiment and the adjustments planned for 2026.
Tariff Update: A Sense of Limbo, as Uncertainty Abounds
How is Taiwan’s bicycle industry coping with the introduction of arbitrary tariffs on imports to the United States?
Ukrainian Bicycle Industry: Bike Sector Surviving Russian Attacks
Despite the ongoing conflict and significant economic challenges, Ukraine’s bicycle sector is demonstrating remarkable resilience and continued development. While the war with Russia has fundamentally ...
Giant Faces U.S. Import Ban Amid Forced Labor Allegations
Giant Group has come under scrutiny after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a Withhold Release Order (WRO).
Opinion: Taichung Bike Week—Don’t Fix What’s Thriving
Should Taichung Bike Week change its format? The Show Daily makes the case that doing so could undermine its unique value to the industry.
Five Things to Expect from Taichung Bike Week 2025
The Show Daily will once again be part of Taichung Bike Week – reason enough to take a closer look at what’s ahead at the ...
Cycling Industries Europe and CONEBI to Join Forces
Cycling Industries Europe and Conebi will merge into a single advocacy force, uniting suppliers, stakeholders, and national associations under one structure in Brussels.
State of the Bicycle Industry: Turmoil Persists, But a Rebound Looms
How is the bicycle industry doing, what are the most serious challenges currently at hand? The Show Daily reached out to some decision makers in ...
Eurobike 2026: More Compact, More Focused, More Economical
Trade fair duration shortened: Eurobike and Mobifuture to take place in Frankfurt from Wednesday to Saturday, June 24-27, 2026.
India Enters the Global Bicycle Industry Supply Chain
India has surpassed China as the world's most populous country and successfully sent a probe to the moon. But what about its bicycle industry?
New EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR): Next-level Product Safety
Since late 2024, market surveillance authorities now also have bikes, components and accessory parts in their sights. Dirk Zedler looks at the implications of Regulation ...
SRAM Acquires Italian Innovator Ochain
SRAM has acquired Italy's Ochain, known for its Active Spider technology.
Eurobike 2025 Closing Report: A Pivotal Moment
2025 marked a turning point for the show. Eco-mobility to be spun off into dedicated event from next year.
Eurobike Award winners 2025
Innovative products were honored with the prestigious Eurobike Award.
Eurobike 2025: Industry Leaders Point to Signs of Recovery
Signs of a turnaround: At Eurobike’s pre-show press conference, industry voices from both sides of the Atlantic shared cautiously optimistic market figures.
Astro Tech breaks ground in Vietnam
The construction plans for a new Astro tech factory in Vietnam are ready. Now, an important milestone has been passed with the ground-breaking ceremony.
Bicycle Industry Sustainability Progress: Green Products Here to Stay
Sustainability remains a top priority in the bicycle industry. The Show Daily has compiled an overview of the latest developments.
Small Wheels, Big Footprint: Eurobike Expands Ecomobility Focus
Hall 8 showcases micromobility vehicles as Eurobike positions itself as a platform for urban and commercial transport solutions.
Seven Things to Expect from Eurobike 2025
As the market stabilises, Eurobike 2025 brings momentum, meaningful innovation, and a renewed sense of direction. We took a look at the 7 key trends ...
Knowledge, Networks, New Directions: What to Expect from the Eurobike 2025 Specialist Program
As the cycling season picks up pace, Eurobike has unveiled the specialist program for its 33rd edition.
An Update on the State of the Bicycle Industry
How do Taiwan-based suppliers and manufacturers see the current state of the industry, and do they already see signs for a turn of the tide?
Ananda unveils the R900 Integrated electronic 3-Speed Gear Hub Motor System
Marking a major advancement in e-bike technology, eDrive solution expert Ananda has unveiled a new level of intelligence in e-drive systems with the R900 integrated ...
Taipei Cycle d&i awards 2025: And The Award Goes To…
The Taipei Cycle d&i awards 2025 celebrated the best in design and innovation, recognizing groundbreaking developments in the bicycle industry.
Europe Market Data: Large-scale Discounting Erodes Turnover
In 2023, the turnover from bicycle sales declined due to lower numbers sold. Last year, the price erosion was the main cause for lower turnovers.
New TA5 Standard: A Thru-Axle For the Masses
Compatible with various hub and frames, the new TA5 thru-axle standard targets entry-level volume bikes. The Show Daily editor Laurens van Rooijen reports from Taipei ...
Velo & SRAM: Uniting to Advance Sustainability
Velo and SRAM have entered into a collaboration focused on sustainability, aiming to repurpose carbon fiber waste into bicycle saddles.
AI in the Bicycle Industry: Pedaling into the AI Age
From smart factories to AI-driven automation, industrial manufacturing is evolving rapidly. The Show Daily looks at how AI is transforming the bicycle industry.
