Batavus ends Dutch production; factory closes

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Batavus is ceasing Dutch production as its Heerenveen factory closes after 120 years, impacting 160 jobs. The Accell Group, owner of Batavus, is moving production to Hungary and France to cut costs and improve efficiency, ending all its Dutch bicycle manufacturing. The closure follows financial difficulties for Accell, including decreased sales post-pandemic and a costly recall of Babboe cargo bikes.


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