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Barber shop proves it's a cut above the rest picking up coveted British retailers award

2 Sep 2025

A barber's shop in Northern Ireland has proved that it's a cut above the rest by picking up the inaugural Love Your High Street Award 2025, following a public vote that attracted over 2,230... Read more…

Independent retailers face Fresh challenges as UK inflation climbs to 3.8%

20 Aug 2025

ACT parent company Bira has expressed serious concern following today's announcement that UK inflation rose to 3.8% in July, higher than the expected 3.7% and marking the tenth consecutive month... Read more…

Bike industry continues to face challenges as profits and forecasts falter at Giant, Canyon and Shim

14 Aug 2025

The global bike industry remains under pressure as Shimano, Giant and Canyon all report weaker profits and subdued outlooks for 2025.
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ACT to join industry leaders at brand new cycling trade event this September

13 Aug 2025

The ACT is set to be in attendance at the inaugural Cycling Industry News Live (CIN Live) trade show, which is set to bring together industry-wide education, market insight and product showcases... Read more…

Independent retail crisis deepens as nearly half see sales plummet compared to last year

12 Aug 2025

Britain's high street crisis has deepened dramatically with nearly half of independent retailers, including many in the independent cycling retail sector, reporting sales have crashed compared... Read more…

Independent retailers slam £5.9bn "de minimis" import loophole as Government delays action

11 Aug 2025

ACT parent company Bira has condemned the Government's inaction over the "de minimis" import loophole following a Sky News investigation revealing £5.9 billion worth of cheap imports... Read more…

Criminals undermining legitimate retailers as trading standards collapse

7 Aug 2025

Bira has warned that criminals are undermining legitimate retailers as trading standards services collapse, following a new Which? investigation.
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ACT welcomes Government's new product safety laws

23 Jul 2025

A leading cycle traders association has backed the government's move to protect consumers from dangerous products sold through online marketplaces, following Royal Assent of the Product... Read more…

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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Pre-registration now open for inaugural cycling industry event CIN Live 2025

Posted on in Business News, Cycles News

Pre-registration has now opened for the very first Cycling Industry News Live (CIN Live) show, taking place on Sunday 14 and Monday 15 September 2025 at NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.

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The Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) will be in attendance across the two-day event, with Director Jonathan Harrison hosting a panel of experts as part of the programme.

ACT member and Cytech training provider Activate Cycle Academy will also deliver two seminars, including an in-depth look at Cytech Technical One, Two and Three as well as specialist e-bike training.

CIN Live 2025 is designed for bike shops, workshops, mobile mechanics, distributors, brands, importers and service providers, offering a mix of education, market insight and product showcases, with the exhibitor line-up featuring major names from the UK cycle trade alongside new and emerging brands, creating an opportunity to see fresh product and strengthen trade relationships.

Visitors will also benefit from a packed seminar programme aimed at bike shops, workshops and mechanics, offering practical training, expert panels and insights to apply directly in business. Networking is central to the event, with highlights including a Sunday evening BBQ bringing the trade together in an informal setting.

Show Director Jerry Ramsdale said: “The response to the show has exceeded our initial expectations. The breadth of exhibitors supporting the show has been fantastic and we’re really excited to get them all under one roof and welcome the whole industry along to CIN Live 2025!”

Those wishing to attend can pre-register now via the link here.

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