Japanese group chair expects south-east Asia to become major market for sports bikes
While post-pandemic demand for two wheels has slowed, decarbonisation might create a new generation of cyclists
Demand has increased as consumers favour transport with low risk of Covid-19 transmission
Manufacturers heavily reliant for parts on Japan’s Shimano struggle to meet demand
Demand has outpaced Giant and Shimano’s expectations but both face supply issues
Yoshizo Shimano championed company’s overseas growth and use of English
Consumer enthusiasm does not always translate into investor profits
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Japanese bicycle parts maker poised to race ahead after lifting of ban on disc brakes
Cycle gear maker keeps ahead of the peloton
The $24bn bicycle industry is riding out the economic downturn in style