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Cycle insurance specialist Bikmo and Liechtenstein-based Uniqa have launched a partnership to drive insurance innovation in the European cycling market. Combining Bikmo’s specialist cycling market experience, commercial partnerships and innovative insurance technology platform with Uniqa’s underwriting expertise will help accelerate Bikmo’s ambition of protecting the world’s riders, the company said. …

Juiced Bikes has announced a $10 million strategic partnership with electric bike manufacturer, the Aima Technology Group. The partnership includes growth investment capital, product development and manufacturing support, as well as the globalisation of the Juiced Bikes brand in new international markets. The electric bike company has helped drive significant …

Mondraker bikes will now be shipped in 100% recyclable packaging, the brand has announced. The brand says it has been making a concerted effort over the last few years to become more sustainable and environmentally aware. To take steps toward this goal and to further play its part, for the …

Smith has appointed Taryn Ryan as global head of marketing. A native of Cape Town, South Africa, Ryan has a history and successful career in the eyewear and sports industries having worked extensively across retail, wholesale and global brand management. She joined Luxottica Group in 2008 as a buyer for …

The Bosch eBike Systems and Magura joint venture is now boasting a corporate design, a new online presence and a clearly defined values framework. Since 1st January 2020, Magura Bosch Parts & Services has been managing its bicycle aftermarket business in Bad Urach, servicing and providing spare parts for the …

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Founder and director of Criterium Cycles bike shop in Edinburgh, Richard Bowker CBE, outlines what bike shops could look forward to as we kick off the new year

Consumers have more options than ever for borrowing and renting bikes –  Alex Ballinger explores the impact of bike sharing on the industry

BikeBiz editor Alex Ballinger gets insight from industry leaders on the hot trends for the coming year