ZIV – German Bicycle Industry

Germany · Political Organization

The ZIV represents the interests of and is a strong voice for the Germany bicycle industry. As an industry association, it brings together and represents around 130 member companies vis-à-vis lawmakers in the EU and Germany, the German government, authorities, media, institutions and organisations. Ninety percent of the bicycles and e-bikes produced in Germany in 2023 were from ZIV member companies, which export 1.4 million units every year in addition to sales on the domestic market. The ZIV represents established companies and start-ups, manufacturers and retailers (including importers and wholesalers) as well as players from the entire bicycle ecosystem.