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Pashley has unveiled its latest innovations as part of a mission to revolutionise urban delivery. The bicycle maker, founded in 1926, is now entering full production of its electric cargo tricycle, the ALECS (Articulated, Lightweight, Electric, Cargo Solution). The tricycle has been designed to carry 110kg securely at 25kph. It …

Ison Distribution has announced the addition Box Components to its portfolio of products by becoming the brand’s UK distribution partner. Through this partnership, Ison is hoping to significantly expand its customer’s access to cutting-edge BMX & MTB components, solidifying the distributor’s commitment to delivering leading products to passionate riders across …

Gruppo Media Ltd, the publisher of Rouleur and organiser of Rouleur Live events, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Conductor, a creative agency dedicated to cycling. The transaction cements the ambitions of Gruppo Media to become a “comprehensive solution” for brands covering the entire marketing and sales …

A National Audit Office (NAO) report released today, Wednesday, June 7, has revealed that the Government is not on track to meet its objectives to get more people cycling, wheeling and walking. The report states that the Department for Transport’s (DfT) progress suggests it will not meet its targets of …

The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) has announced a merger with the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT). A spokesperson for BIRA described this as “a significant milestone for both organisations”. This strategic union brings together more than 1,000 independent retailers, fostering a united group of more than 5,000 retailers encompassing …

Wheelbase’s Sean Leckey looks at the state of the e-MTB market and analyses how close the builds are to going mainstream

Six campaign groups have joined forces to get more people walking and riding, and BikeBiz explores how they could pave the way to making roads safer

Viking is back after a 40-year absence. We chat to Avocet CEO Sreeram Venkateswaran about restoring former glories

BikeBiz reflects on the first-ever Local Bike Shop Day in October, which looked to emulate the success of its record store counterpart