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Thursday, 28 January 2010 |
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Makers take advantage of nearness to motor and battery suppliers to roll out upscale models that highlight power-efficiency. Jinhua's proximity to various industry-related suppliers in Zhejiang province firms up its position as a major sourcing center for electric bikes and scooters in China. The city is currently the largest exporter of the product line, accounting for 15 to 25 percent of the country's total overseas shipments in terms of volume. It also contributes about 10 percent to revenue from outbound trade. |
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Monday, 18 January 2010 |
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Design innovations such as wider straps and blowhole placement help kindle ergonomic-conscious market. China suppliers of swimming and diving gear are preparing to seize opportunities in the projected economic rebound and increase their stake in the worldwide market. To shore up competitiveness and cater to a diversified client base, some are already reworking R&D and marketing strategies. |
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Monday, 18 January 2010 |
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Midrange and high-end selections are expanding with the release of safer, more durable models in lightweight constructions. Efforts to shift the sales mix toward higher-value models are gathering momentum among China's city bike manufacturers. Suppliers are encouraged by rising demand for the line in the industrialized countries of North America, Europe and Asia, where health and environmental awareness is strong. Surging gas prices are also increasing uptake in the regions, as well as in developing economies and the domestic market. |
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Wednesday, 28 October 2009 |
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As rising costs threaten their margins and price advantage, suppliers are improving product design and performance to boost competitiveness.
Facing a still uncertain economic environment, China's bicycle manufacturers are implementing a range of measures to counter current and projected threats to sales growth and profitability in coming months. |
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Tuesday, 20 October 2009 |
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Models ranging from 20 to 50L take the spotlight, as companies hold back on exports and R&D in the large-capacity line.
China suppliers of camping and hiking backpacks are devoting their energy to smaller designs following changes in consumers’ outdoor recreation patterns.
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Monday, 12 October 2009 |
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China’s limited export selection includes low-end and midrange ski goggles, sleds and snowboards for recreational use.
Primed for global expansion, the nascent winter sports equipment industry in China continues to emphasize inexpensive designs. |
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Thursday, 24 September 2009 |
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To stimulate buyer interest, companies are launching more effective and lightweight machines.
Under efforts to boost overseas sales, China suppliers of abdominal training equipment are widening their design selections and changing export strategies. |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 |
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Companies intend to keep quotes attractive by foregoing extra charges and absorbing increases in material outlay.
Driven by buyers' heightened price sensitivity, China suppliers of tools and kits are holding off upward adjustments in quotes to help strengthen OEM business.
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Thursday, 10 September 2009 |
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Suppliers provide a growing market with new designs that sport the latest alternative materials and electronic add-ons.
Despite the general slowdown in China's export industry, the body padding and guards sector continues to thrive with just a 5 percent reduction in the manufacturing base. |
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Tuesday, 01 September 2009 |
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While competitive pricing remains a key strategy, makers are also releasing high-performance and electric units to boost revenue.
With metal costs on the rise once more, bicycle suppliers in China are intensifying efforts to avoid competing solely on price. |
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Tuesday, 25 August 2009 |
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Suppliers employ less expensive quality materials to slash prices. Compact and environment-friendly designs continue to gain traction.
The growing popularity of inexpensive models in key export destinations is prompting China suppliers of camping and outdoor sleeping materials to focus on the low end and midrange. |
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Tuesday, 11 August 2009 |
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TPU and lead-free paint are being tapped as environment-friendly alternatives. Releases come in novel colors and shapes.
China suppliers of strength training accessories are updating their material and design selections to stimulate buyer interest in the US and the EU. |
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Friday, 07 August 2009 |
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Makers are enhanching user convenience and incorporating extra exercise options to stimulate demand.
R&D in China's ellipticals segment is geared toward designs that are more versatile and user-friendly |
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Friday, 07 August 2009 |
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Makers are enhanching user convenience and incorporating extra exercise options to stimulate demand.
China suppliers of exercise bikes are directing product development toward user convenience and safety |
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Friday, 07 August 2009 |
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Models minimize abrasion and have better shock absorption as they use protective and functional fabric.
China suppliers of sports gloves are emphasizing functionality in their new models to boost value. By doing so, makers hope to sustain profitability as they plan to keep current prices in the next six months. |
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