Trade News Briefs: New Australian Distributor for Cinelli

Melbourne, Victoria Cinelli the iconic Italian brand founded in just after World War II by professional racer Cino Cinelli recently announced a new partnership with La Dolce Velo, appointing them as the exclusive distributor of Cinelli bicycles, frames, components, apparel and accessories in Australia. La Dolce Velo will also handle the non-exclusive distribution of Columbus…

Decision Looming on Kitzuma Future

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Melbourne, Victoria Online retailer BikeExchange has foreshadowed it will soon make an announcement on Kitzuma, the US bicycle delivery service it purchased in December 2022 in the hope their synergies would deliver rapid growth for both organisations. However, BikeExchange (BEX) executive have stated Kitzuma has been “burning a lot of cash” at a time when…

New Cinelli and Columbus Owner Pledges to Restore Brands

Cinelli bike frame

Milan, Italy Italian heritage brands Cinelli and Columbus are part of a business takeover by a US company with its roots in fashion and reputation for building and restoring brands. Asobi Ventures this month confirmed it has now acquired 100% of Gruppo Srl, which includes Cinelli and Columbus – two brands with a combined history…