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Partnerships, acquisitions and investment news throughout the cycling industry

Amer Sports sells Enve Composites to private investment firm

Enve Composites has been sold by Amer Sports to PV3, a Utah-based private investment firm. Amer Sports’ chief operating officer Michael Hauge Sørensen said: “Enve has gone through major changes in the past years. The brand has positive momentum, and we see that it has good potential. “However, after a …

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Tern introduces first Bosch-powered e-bikes into Taiwan

Urban mobility specialist Tern has launched the very first Bosch-powered e-bikes into the Taiwan market. Starting this May, the Tern Vektron and Tern Quick Haul will be available for sale at local bike shops around the island. Bosch eBike Systems has long had its Asia Pacific headquarters in Taiwan, but …

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Saddleback announce Sportful goes D2C via dedicated UK website

Saddleback has announced the launch of a new direct-to-consumer (D2C) UK-centric website, Sportful.co.uk, taking the Italian brand D2C for the first time in the UK marketplace. In sharing the news Saddleback points out that Sportful apparel has supported some of the greatest stories in the rich history of cycling with …

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UNNU to distribute Nuun in the UK and Ireland

UNNU Ltd has announced it is now the exclusive distributor for Nuun Hydration in the UK and Ireland Nuun is an American-based hydration sports nutrition brand, designed to support optimal hydration during workouts and help replenish electrolytes lost during exercise. Nuun Sport Electrolytes comes in four flavours: Lemon Lime, Orange, …

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Transition announce new Silverfish partnership for Germany and Austria

Silverfish has become the exclusive Transition Bicycles distributor for Germany and Austria, with the Cornwall-based business taking on the role, effective Tuesday, April 30. In sharing the news, a spokesperson for the business said: “From all of us here at Transition Bikes in Bellingham, WA, we are happy to be …

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Fusion Media to lead UK and German communications for Standert

Fusion Media – the integrated PR and marketing agency specialising in endurance sport and active travel – has been appointed to enhance the brand visibility and market presence of German boutique bicycle brand, Standert. The remit will see the agency support the expansion of Standert in Germany and the UK …

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Hiplok joins Secured by Design

Hiplok, the security brand for motorcycles, e-bikes, and bicycles, has joined Secured by Design. Established in 2009, Hiplok launched the world’s first wearable bike lock in 2011, the Sold Secure rated Hiplok Original. In 2021, the company unveiled the original anti-angle grinder lock, the D1000. In 2023, it introduced 1000 …

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Kenda appoints Velobrands and Greyville as UK distributors

Kenda has announced the appointment of two new UK distributors, Velobrands and Greyville, both of whom will have tyre and innertube stock from Wednesday, May 15. The new partnerships are part of Kenda’s multi-channel approach for re-entering the UK market after its long-standing partner Moore Large ceased trading in 2023. …

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The top five jobs in the bike trade this week – 26th April

The BikeBiz jobs board helped filled more than 720 positions in 2023, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Retail Store Manager – PAU Run & Ride Due to internal promotion, PAU Run & Ride are looking to recruit an experienced Retail Store Manager to …

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Van Rysel opens first concept store in London

Van Rysel has opened its first store in London, housed in Decathlon Surrey Quays. Custom-built to showcase its products in a unique setting, the new retail space is set to redefine the brand experience. The launch of the Van Rysel store marks a significant milestone in Van Rysel’s expansion strategy, …

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