Pon Holding Germany GmbH acquired the remaining 5 percent on Derby Cycle AG that it did not already own for a price of €31.56 ($42) per share, triggering the delisting of Germanys largest bicycle maker from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. 



Derby Cycle’s product range comprises electric bicycles, sports bicycles for leisure and competition purposes, as well as comfort bikes for everyday and travel use. These bicycles are sold through the established Kalkhoff, FOCUS, Raleigh, Univega and Rixe brands. All models are developed and assembled at the company’s base in Cloppenburg, Germany. These high-quality products are distributed through specialist retailers who provide their customers with professional advice and extensive service.


With around 614 employees, Derby Cycle achieved revenue of EUR 235.5 million in the fiscal year 2010/2011, 66.9% of which was generated in Germany, and 33.1% abroad. Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) amounted to approximately EUR 19.6 million. The company  sold a total of around 482,000 bicycles, of which 87,000 comprised e-bikes.


Pon Holding Germany is owned by Pon, one of the largest family-run businesses in the Netherlands. Pon is an international trading and service company, engaged in a wide range of activities. Pon employs over 11,000 people at over 250 branches across 21 countries.