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Partnerships, acquisitions and investment news throughout the cycling industry

Plans unveiled for new Mountain Bike Innovation Centre

Scottish MTB centre image Plans unveiled for new Mountain Bike Innovation Centre

Plans for a new Mountain Bike Innovation Centre have been unveiled, including details on the range of facilities the proposed new building will offer. In sharing the news, South of Scotland Enterprise highlights that “The Mountain Bike Innovation Centre will become a hub for the cycling sector and support Scottish, …

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Garey Thurlow joins Silverfish as Territory Sales Manager for the South East

Garey Thurlow Silverfish UK

Silverfish UK has welcomed Garey Thurlow as the new Territory Sales Manager for the South East. He joins to bolster the sales crew and bring even more energy to one of the busiest regions in the country for parts and accessories. A lifelong mountain biker and genuine fan of the …

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Re-cycle seeks new partners and drop-off locations for bike donations

Re-cycle Bikes to Africa bikes from Sierra Leone

Re-Cycle (Bikes to Africa) is on the lookout for new partners across the UK— people and places who can help collect and store donated bikes. Once a number of bikes have been gathered, Re-Cycle will arrange their collection and transport them to our warehouse, ready to be sent to communities …

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Bikebook rolls out distributor network integration

Bikebook stock bike workshop Bikebook rolls out distributor network integration

Bikebook, the digital platform aiming to revolutionise bicycle workshop management, will, this month, introduce a direct integration with leading distributors from across the cycling industry. The new integration will enable retailers and workshops to quickly and easily stay on top of inventory – where improved inventory management has the potential …

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4iiii launch two Shimano XTR M9200 power meter options

2025.06 4iiii XTR Launch Asset 3 4iiii launch two Shimano XTR M9200 power meter options

4iiii has announced the immediate availability of its Precision 3+ and Precision 3+ PRO power meters as Factory Install options on the newly launched Shimano XTR M9200 groupset. The announcement from the Cochrane, Alberta-based business highlights what it sees as “the growing importance of power measurement for mountain bikers seeking …

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BikeDesk and BikeFolder enter into new Partnership

bikedesk and bikefolder

BikeDesk and BikeFolder have announced a new strategic partnership that “combines their strengths to deliver a seamless, data-driven experience for bicycle dealers, brands, and cyclists.” BikeDesk, a complete POS system tailored specifically for bicycle shops, is partnering with BikeFolder, home to the world’s largest bicycle model database with a comprehensive …

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Industry Nine acquires We Are One Composites

Industry Nine Industry Nine acquires We Are One Composites

Industry Nine has announced its acquisition of We Are One Composites in a move which comes after years of collaboration. The formal partnership brings together “two small but mighty brands, uniting Industry Nine’s precision machining and engineering expertise with We Are One’s cutting-edge carbon fibre craftsmanship.” The announcement further highlights …

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FFWD expands with Jurre Schipper as Global Sales Manager

Jurre Schipper FFWD wheels global sales manager

FFWD Wheels welcomes a new face to the company as of June 1. Jurre Schipper has joined as Global Sales Manager, something FFWD says not only strengthens FFWD’s commercial impact, but also further deepens the family feeling within the company. According to FFWD, Jurre is the son of founder Henk …

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MMR bikes set to launch in the UK market

MMR bikes team

In June, MMR Bikes will launch in the UK, with the brand eager to work with new dealers. The company is also opening a UK limited company to allow straightforward invoicing and shipments for retailers. Hailing from northern Spain, the brand was originally founded during the 90s MTB boom and …

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ZyroFisher announces distribution partnership with SIGG

SIGG bottle. Red metallic bottle in clear, swiss waters

ZyroFisher has announced a distribution partnership with SIGG for the UK and Ireland. Since 1908, SIGG has stood for quality, innovation, design, and environmental awareness.  Based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland, the company develops drinking bottles that are “valued worldwide for their durability and functionality.” Two versions of its Swiss-made bottles were …

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