How many cyclists are there in the EU? How far do they ride, and how often? CIE needs your help to find the data
When the EU Declaration on Cycling was published in 2024 one of the key commitments was to improve the collection of data on cycling. Now Cycling Industries Europe is part of an expert consortium working on a contract for the EU Commission to establish the most effective methodologies for establishing levels of cycle use across […]
Cycling Industries Europe research suggests cautious optimism and industry stabilisation for 2025
Cycling Industries Europe (CIE) recently presented its annual Business Impact Survey to its Market Impact and Intelligence Expert Group. The annual survey takes a holistic look at the state of the cycling ecosystem, with respondents representing various segments of the industry. The survey was filled by bikeshare services, bike and parts manufacturers, retailers, cycling ITS providers, and […]
Clean Industrial Deal: why the cycling industry is key for a sustainable and competitive Europe
The Clean Industrial Deal is an important step to build the clean, decarbonised and competitive European industry we need to thrive in the years to come. The Deal is focused on heavy industry and sets out a high level of ambition for Europe’s re-industrialisation. While we welcome the goals and initiatives set out by the […]
Mobility Transition Pathway: a new window for cycling companies to tell the EU about their goals and achievements
The Mobility Transition Pathway (MTP) is a policy shaping-exercise led by the European Commission’s department for competitiveness and industry (DG GROW). It is part of a broader Transition Pathway initiative involving 14 different sector-specific workstreams, from tourism to chemicals, to shape future EU industry policy priorities and support sustainable competitiveness in the EU. The MTP […]
Cycling Innovation Network showcases start-ups accelerating the industry digital transformation
Several start-ups are seizing business opportunities by addressing in the digital gaps across the cycling value chain, from supply chain operations to enhancing bicycle identification and connecting retailers, riders, insurers and other service providers. On 28 January 2025, Cycling Industries Europe was proud to showcase companies shaking up this space and delivering digital solutions for […]
Velo-City 2025: Secure Your Spot on the CIE Pavilion
Cycling Industries Europe (CIE) will have its annual pavilion at the Velo-City Conference in Gdansk from 10 to 13 June. Over the years, the CIE pavilion has provided a valuable and fun platform for companies to display their products and connect with city representatives, industry professionals, and other stakeholders at the conference. We are currently […]
EIT Urban Mobility to support European cycling industry
In its latest call for projects, EIT Urban Mobility is looking to support the European cycling industry via a funded call to “promote a competitive and sustainable European cycling industry”. Further to input from CIE, Topic 4 of this call aims to support the cycling industry in a number of areas, specifically around compliance with […]
CIE 2024 Summit on October 2: From zero-carbon mobility to a world-class industry
Register now for the CIE 2024 Summit on October 2 at The Square in Brussels Register now for the CIE 2024 Summit, the annual highlight that brings together industry leaders and policymakers to shape the future of cycling. By uniting these two worlds, the CIE 2024 Summit aims to address some of Europe’s most pressing […]
The Mobility Transition Pathway co-implementation process: a 7-step guide on ‘how to pledge’ for cycling companies
First, some background reading about the Mobility Transition Pathway The Mobility Transition Pathway is one of 14 ‘Transition Pathways’, with each one covering a specific key sector of the European economy, such as tourism, chemicals or mobility. A novel approach to policy making, the Transition Pathways could be best described as a policy agenda-setting exercise focusing […]
Our call to the next EU Commission: From zero carbon mobility to a world-class industry
Cycling industry leaders set the agenda for the new European Commission: A world-class European cycling industry and sustainable mobility in 10 steps. Cycling Industries Europe members have delivered a 10-point action plan on behalf of the cycling business sector which, if implemented, will accelerate growth in cycle use and support creation of a world-class industry […]