Strategic Partnership
For Zhongshan, SRAM, Shimano, Mavic, and all supply partners
Current Revenue
£49.3M
5-Year Target
£80-100M
Growth CAGR
10-15%
Key Suppliers
Zhongshan (Taiwan)22% - Frames & Forks
Mavic (France)18% - High-end Wheels
SRAM (USA)17% - Components
Shimano (Japan)5% - Components
Other15+ EU/Asia
Supply Chain Geography
- Frames: Taiwan (Zhongshan)
- Components: Italy
- Drive Train: Vietnam
- Assembly: UK (Maywood)
Growth = Opportunity: 10-15% annual revenue growth means more volume, new products, and deeper partnerships.
CBAM Compliance & Materials
EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism - Effective January 2026. Affects imports from non-EU countries lacking equivalent carbon pricing.
CBAM Cost Trajectory
2026 (97.5% free)€1.50-3.00/bike
2030 (51.5% free)€3.50-5.00/bike
2034 (0% free)€5-7.50/bike
Exposure by Supplier
- Zhongshan (Taiwan): Significant CBAM
- Shimano (Japan): CBAM exposed
- Mavic (France): Zero CBAM - EU
- SRAM (USA): Under review
Emissions Verification Program
Zhongshan AuditQ1 Y1 - £10-15k
Annual Budget£50-150k
Key Supplier Audits Y12 minimum
We need: Product-level carbon data, manufacturing energy sources, material origins, transportation emissions.
Recycled Aluminum Strategy
Target
46%
Premium
+5-10%
Emission Cut
20-40%
Partnership Framework
Priority Manufacturing Locations
Eastern EuropePriority #1 - Zero CBAM
Austin, TexasNorth American market
Toulouse, FrancePremium EU positioning
ThailandDeprioritized - CBAM
CYLO X Component Opportunities
- Motor: 250W partnership
- Battery: 20-mile range cells
- Carbon fiber: Ultralight frames
- Electronics: Sensors, connectivity
What We Offer
Volume Growth10-15% CAGR
ContractsMulti-year
InnovationR&D collaboration
CommunicationQuarterly reviews
What We Need
- Verified emissions data for CBAM
- Recycled material options
- Flexibility for new products
- ISO 14001 preferred
COO Jessica
Operations, Supply Chain, SAP
"Manufacturing stays in the Midlands. We're committed to British assembly quality."