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British Cycling aims for net zero by 2035
BRITISH Cycling has published its first long- term sustainability strategy, which includes the target to achieve net zero by 2035 and to halve carbon emissions by 2030. Developed with the support of sustainability consultants Think Beyond, and contributions from across the cycling community, the strategy also sets out the vision to become world leaders in the delivery of sustainable events, and continue to advocate for more people to make short journeys by bike.
A detailed baselining exercise found that British Cycling’s total carbon emissions equate to 10,824 tonnes of CO₂e – equivalent
Bianchi opens new factory
BIANCHI has entered a new phase in its history with a new factory officially inaugurated. This is the result of an urban renewal project – conducted in collaboration with the City of Treviglio – transforming the building which has housed Bianchi’s headquarters for more than 50 years, located on Via delle Battaglie in Treviglio. Completed in 24 months, the factory positions Bianchi among the first companies in Italy aligned with Industry 5.0 standards, thanks to the use of sustainable and innovative solutions. A new production line boasts a manufacturing capacity of 500 bicycles per shift. Each position on the production line has been digitised for greater efficiency. A 500 Kw photovoltaic system also provides energy autonomy during the summer period.
to the annual emissions of more than 850 UK citizens.
Of these emissions, British Cycling found that the largest contributions came from its own supply chain (55%), business travel (34%) and electricity for its HQ at the National
Cycling Centre (4%). British Cycling will be measuring its future progress against
this 2022/23 benchmark year. The governing body believes it has already made “good
progress” on a number of measures to reduce carbon emissions. Further details outlined at:
britishcycling.org.uk.
UK MTB Trail Alliance launches and seeks support
THE launch of the UK MTB Trail Alliance sees the arrival of an organisation dedicated to supporting trail associations, bike parks, and informal trail groups, advocating for UK riders and their trails.
At launch, with more than 100 groups already on board,
the organisation is seeking support from riders – via crowdfunding – to accelerate progress already made. Robin Grant, founder and chair of the UK MTB Trail Alliance, comments: “The UK MTB Trail Alliance will protect and improve our amazing but fragile network of official and unofficial trails, by giving them the support and the representation they need. “We can’t do it without your help. Think about what
trails mean to you, contribute what you can, and spread the word.”
Saddleback to distribute Kogel in the UK and Ireland
SADDLEBACK has announced the addition of Kogel Bearings to its portfolio of brands for the UK and Ireland markets. Established in 2013, Kogel Bearings offers a range of bearing solutions for bottom brackets, wheel bearings and pulley wheels.
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Richard Mardle, Saddleback brand director, said: “We are very happy to welcome Kogel to the Saddleback family. In a world of Performance, Kogel offers best in class reliability and speed. Products built for real world conditions, proven and chosen by world class racers.”
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