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Small Business Strategy Inquiry 2025 - ACT and Bira call for members to share their voice

20 Jun 2025

The House of Commons Business and Trade Committee has asked the ACT, and its parent company Bira, to help them reach out to small business retailers across the country, for their quick input on... Read more…

Beyond the discount: Restoring integrity to the cycle supply chain

18 Jun 2025

The Association of Cycle Traders believes the time has come for greater accountability throughout our supply chain, writes ACT Director Jonathan Harrison in an article published for BikeBiz.
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Bira welcomes Wales' business rates proposals but calls for key improvements

11 Jun 2025

Bira has welcomed the Welsh Government's consultation on business rate reforms for retail shops, whilst calling for significant improvements to ensure the proposals truly support high street... Read more…

New awards launch to champion Britain's independent high street heroes

9 Jun 2025

Retailers on Britain's high streets are being encouraged to put themselves forward for the first-ever Love Your High Street Awards, designed to celebrate the small businesses that bring... Read more…

"Tectonic shift" in employment law threatens independent retailer viability, warns Bira podcast

6 Jun 2025

Independent retailers are facing a "generational" transformation of employment law that could fundamentally change how small businesses operate, according to the final episode of Bira's first... Read more…

Retailers hope warm weather and bank holidays will boost high street sales

16 May 2025

ACT parent company Bira has said that members are hopeful the warm weather, Easter weekend and upcoming bank holidays will provide a much-needed boost to high street sales.
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Economic growth surges to 0.7%, but "April reality check" looms for high street retailers

15 May 2025

UK economy delivers strongest quarterly performance in a year despite forecasts of business downturn.
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Communities come together for Local Bike Shop Day 2025 celebrations

13 May 2025

Local Bike Shop Day 2025 brought a wave of... Read more…

ACT parent company Bira welcomes Bank of England's latest interest rate cut

8 May 2025

ACT parent company Bira has welcomed the Bank of England's decision to reduce interest rates from 4.5% to 4.25%, calling it a "much-needed boost" for the retail sector, including for cycling... Read more…

ACT parent company Bira responds to Beales' "Rachel Reeves Closing Down Sale" as iconic store makes final protest

8 May 2025

ACT parent company Bira has responded to the news that the 144-year-old Beales department store is staging a "Rachel Reeves Closing Down Sale" in its final weeks of trading, with giant yellow... Read more…

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ACT Partners with Renticy to offer Cycle Retailers an Innovative Rental Platform with Exclusive Free Trial

Posted on in Business News, Cycles News

The Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) is excited to announce its new partnership with Renticy, the dynamic platform transforming retail through rental solutions. This collaboration brings a unique opportunity for ACT members to expand their revenue streams by offering rental options to customers both in-store and online.

Renticy

Revolutionising the Cycle Retail Industry:

As consumers increasingly seek sustainable and flexible shopping experiences, Renticy
is at the forefront of this shift, empowering retailers to rent out their stock with ease. Our
platform simplifies payments and inventory management while ensuring retailers are
protected from damage or non-return through our comprehensive Renticy Protect
guarantee.

James Bradley, Commercial Director at Renticy, comments on the partnership:

"This collaboration aligns with our growth strategy, offering ACT members exclusive
benefits that enable them to explore new revenue opportunities through rental services.
We're thrilled to work with an organisation as influential as ACT, and we believe this
partnership will provide tremendous value to cycle retailers across the UK."

Leon Mepham – ACT Membership & Services Manager:

"We’re excited to announce our partnership with Renticy. We believe the partnership will help our members unlock new revenue streams in their businesses. In a world full of tech solutions, Renticy is one that can save time, create revenue, protect the users while providing a sustainable solution. I’m sure many of our members will find the ‘no risk trial’ worth giving a go."

Unlocking the Power of Rentals:

Renticy is designed to help retailers maximise their inventory's potential, providing a
rental service that can increase revenue by up to five times compared to a standard
sale. Whether it's for new, used, or refurbished products, retailers can seamlessly
integrate rental options into their existing business model, meeting the growing demand
for sustainable consumer choices.

The platform handles every aspect of the rental process—from fraud screening and
contract setup to payment collection—making it an all-in-one solution for retailers. The
addition of Renticy Protect means retailers can feel confident, knowing they are fully covered in case of any product damage or non-return.

Exclusive Offer for ACT Members:

As part of the partnership, ACT members will enjoy a 12-month FREE trial of Renticy,
offering a no-risk opportunity to explore the benefits of rentals for their business. This
exclusive offer provides access to Renticy’s platform, enabling cycle retailers to
generate new revenue streams and better utilise their inventory without upfront costs.

About Renticy:

Renticy is a cutting-edge platform built to empower retailers with rental solutions for
their inventory. Focused on sustainability, innovation, and profitability, Renticy allows
businesses to offer flexible, secure, and profitable rental options to their customers.
With Renticy, retailers can increase their revenue, reduce overstock risks, and meet the
growing demand for eco-conscious shopping.

For more information click here.

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