Overview
- Decathlon, through its venture arm Decathlon Pulse, expanded its holding to a majority in Munich‑based Rebike Mobility, according to German business reports.
- Co‑founders Thomas Bernik and Sven Erger sold shares but continue as managing directors, preserving leadership continuity under the new ownership structure.
- Rebike plans further locations in France, Belgium and Switzerland, using Decathlon’s distribution reach to accelerate international rollout.
- The company reported over €40 million in revenue and about 25,000 refurbished e‑bikes sold last year, with projections of roughly 30,000 bikes and more than €50 million in revenue for the current year.
- Refurbishment is performed at Rebike’s TÜV Rheinland‑certified Kempten facility with around 100 staff, and refurbished models are marketed at sizeable discounts with warranties, typically including two years on battery and motor.