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Raleigh launches new Juniper range of kids bikes

Just in time for spring British bicycle brand, Raleigh has unveiled a new range of kids bikes, designed around a lightweight aluminium frame, paired with high-quality components, all intending to make the Juniper the ideal ride for young adventurers exploring on two wheels. The classic-inspired bikes are available in a …

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Raleigh UK expected to exit P&A market following ‘strategic review’ by Accell Group

Raleigh has confirmed its intention to exit the P&A market in the UK following a strategic operations review by its parent company, Accell Group. The main objective of the review was to “provide insight and a path to achieve sustainable growth for Accell’s UK business”, in line with the group’s …

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KKR-led consortium proceeds with Accell Group acquisition

The KKR-led consortium set to acquire Accell Group will move forward with its offer despite not meeting the 80% acceptance threshold. The Accell Group has announced that 77.8% of shares are now tendered or committed, as in addition to the 73.53% of the shares tendered or committed on 3rd June 2022, …

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Accell brands equipped with Smartfit online bike sizing tool

Smartfit is continuing to gain momentum, with the Accell Group now relying on the digital bike sizing tool. Accell brands Winora, Ghost, Haibike and Raleigh are already equipped with the intuitive solution of the Freiburg-based company, with other brands from the portfolio set to follow in the coming weeks. “We …

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Accell Group, KKR-led consortium agree all-cash offer of €58 per share

Accell Group and a consortium led by KKR have agreed on a recommended all-cash offer of €58.00 per share for all shares in Accell Group, representing a total consideration of approximately €1.56 billion. “The supervisory board unanimously supports the transaction and recommends the offer by the consortium, which we believe …

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Francesca Gamboni appointed new chief supply chain officer at Accell Group

Accell shareholders have been officially informed about the proposed appointment of Francesca Gamboni as member of the board of management in the role of chief supply chain officer. Subsequently, the Supervisory Board has appointed Gamboni as per 1st February 2022. Rob ter Haar, chairman of the Supervisory Board, stated: “We …

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Accell Group to appoint Francesca Gamboni as chief supply chain officer

Accell Group has announced that the supervisory board intends to appoint Francesca Gamboni as chief supply chain officer (CSCO) and member of the Board of Management. Upon formal appointment, Accell Group will convene a virtual Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) of shareholders on 15th December, during which shareholders will be officially …

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Former Accell COO Jeroen Snijders Blok passes away

Jeroen Snijders Blok, one of the current Accell Group founders and a former member of the board of directors, has passed away at the age of 62. He worked for the company for more than 25 years throughout various iterations and subsidiaries. Blok began his career at Batavus in 1993 …

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Accell Bike Parts launches Bike@Home online platform

Accell Bike Parts has today launched its online platform Bike@Home in the UK. Bike@Home is a knowledge platform providing blogs, DIY videos and direct links to over 200 bicycle dealers across the country as well as a webshop offering a large range of bicycle parts and accessories. The platform aims …

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Accell Group CSCO steps down

Accell Group chief supply chain officer (CSCO) Jeroen Both has stepped down and will leave the business at the end of 2021. He will depart after six years in the role. “This is a logical moment to hand over my tasks,” he said. “I am proud of all our accomplishments …

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