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29 Jun 2023

gogeta says it is set to shake up the Cycle to Work Scheme industry by offering partner bike shops the lowest commission fees in the industry at 4%, with an introductory offer of 3% until 31st...

26 Jun 2023

Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new Cycling Action Plan with the aim of increasing the number of journeys made in the capital by bike by a third by the end of the decade, with...

16 Jun 2023

Giant UK have partnered with Activate Cycle Academy and the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) to provide a Cytech Technical e-Bike qualification

15 Jun 2023

Hubtiger has been revolutionising service and repair operations for numerous service-based shops with their powerful software. Now, they are thrilled to announce the expansion of their software...

15 Jun 2023

A new and improved traineeship programme for women and non-binary people being implemented by  Bike for Good, which delivers Cytech training in Scotland, is proving successful.

14 Jun 2023

The introduction of a 'death by dangerous cycling' law, proposed by then-Transport Secretary Grant Shapps last year, is unlikely to be passed before the next general election due to a lack of...

14 Jun 2023

ACT Gold Member Don Valley Cycles, dubbed “Doncaster’s favourite” cycle shop, has marked its 30th anniversary in business with a 300-mile bike ride.

13 Jun 2023

E-bike brand Cowboy has launched a retail partner network as it looks to expand its retail and service presence across Europe.

7 Jun 2023

NatWest is launching a software-only point-of-sale (softPOS) solution that will enable merchants in the UK to accept in-person contactless payments on Android NFC smartphones.

1 Jun 2023

A new Cycle to Work Scheme that launches this week is claiming to offer partner bike shops the lowest commission fees in the industry at 4%, with an introductory offer of 3% until 31st December...

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Summer Series Part 5: Cytech international developments

Posted on in Business News , Cycles News

Summer Series Part 5 

The ACT is its membership and if you are one of the 4000 businesses that subscribe to the ACT then rest assured that you are now part of a 100,000+ community of Independent Retailers working together for the future of speciality the IRC, the leading advocate of Indie Retail in the UK.

Cycling has benefited over the past 18 months, but UK retail is increasingly challenged to adapt to a changing high street and consumer purchasing habits. The ACT's no.1 focus remains consumer engagement and sales. Through continual innovation and partnership we provide business support and skills to help develop the UK's cycling community. We all have an exciting 6 months ahead. 

To view the complete 5-part ACT Summer Series click here.

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Cytech courses are currently delivered on 4 continents with Cytech qualified technicians operating in 47 countries across the globe.

Part 5 of the Summer Series uses the graphic below to showcase some of the developments in the Cytech pipeline.

To make sure your staff are showing with their qualifications you can check the international Directory here.

To find your nearest Cytech training centre you can use the map here.

To find out more about apprenticeships and how to make the most of the current financial incentives click here.

More information about each of the developments below will follow soon! Keep an eye out for updates via the Cytech news page or on social media - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.


  Cytech news email summary AUG21

 

Discover the online course Cytech Theory one 

The Cytech journey begins with Theory one, suitable for all shop staff working in the cycles trade.

With trade prices from only £41.67 excl. VAT with ACT membership, getting your staff trained through the internationally recognised training scheme is more cost effective than ever!

TRY A FREE DEMO OF THEORY ONE HERE

GET STARTED ON THE FULL COURSE HERE
Log in with your ACT credentials to get your discount

 

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