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Partnerships, acquisitions and investment news throughout the cycling industry

Mount Green to distribute We Are One in the UK and Ireland

We Are One Composites has added new domestic and international distributors. We Are One is a carbon wheel and component brand and manufacturer focusing on premium products all made in Kamloops, BC, Canada. For the UK and Ireland market, the brand has partnered with Mount Green as its exclusive distributor …

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Niner Bikes now available on Decathlon UK online store

Following on from July news that Niner Bikes had launched a direct-to-rider website, the brand has today shared that it is now available via the Decathlon UK online store. The business sees the move as a strong means to bolster eyes on for the Niner Bikes brand, with the UK …

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The top five jobs in the bike trade this week – 4th October

The BikeBiz jobs board helped fill more than 720 positions in 2023, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Bike Mechanic – Ace Bicycles Ace Bicycles is a destination mountain bike store located close to the Surrey Hills in Guildford, Surrey. Our bike brands include …

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Mavic announces François Joly as its new sales director

Mavic has announced the appointment of François Joly as the new sales director for the iconic yellow and black brand. In his new role, Joly will be responsible for all commercial activities, including both the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) – which he has been leading until now – and the …

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Exposure and Ultimate launch refined B2B site and unveil new products for AW24

Exposure Lights and Ultimate (USE) are entering the AW24 season with a host of product updates and a streamlined B2B website. To add efficiency and streamline the process from order to despatch, Exposure Lights and USE have launched a new integrated B2B and website. The website will provide more insight …

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Schwalbe publishes its third CSR report

Schwalbe has published its third CSR report under the title “We are recyclists”. In it, the family-owned company transparently presents the progress it has made on its path to social and ecological responsibility. Schwalbe focuses in particular on the promotion of the circular economy, the consistent increase in environmentally friendly …

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NiteRider and Unicorn Inc announce new UK distribution partnership

Unicorn Inc has announced that it will be the new exclusive UK and European brand partner for NiteRider, effective immediately. Dedicated to designing performance products, and with more than 30 years of experience, NiteRider has grown from humble beginnings on a kitchen table to a team of 30 employees based …

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Pinarello opens latest flagship store in Zurich

Pinarello has opened its latest flagship store in Zurich as it continues to strengthen its presence in Switzerland. The Bottega di Pinarello is located at Bärengasse 10 in the heart of the city, around one kilometre from the Sechseläutenplatz where each of last week’s UCI Road World Championships races concluded. …

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Bikmo becomes Cycling UK’s official insurance partner

Bikmo has announced a new partnership with Cycling UK, a collaboration that brings together Bikmo’s expertise in protecting cyclists and their gear with Cycling UK’s vision of happier, healthier and greener lives through cycling. The partnership establishes Bikmo as the new provider of the public liability cover, included as part …

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GW Manufacturing acquires Spank Industries and Fratelli Industries

GW Manufacturing, based in Taichung, Taiwan, has announced its acquisition of Spank Industries and Fratelli Industries. The move sees the OEM manufacturer expanding its footprint in the global bicycle industry, taking on two brands with names established in the mountain bike space. Commenting on the news, a spokesperson for GW …

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