Trelock
Trelock is a German manufacturer of bicycle security locks and StVZO-compliant lighting systems, serving OEMs including Cannondale, ~485 specialist dealers in Germany, and end consumers. Founded in 1854, it operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Allegion.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1854
- HeadquartersMünster, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Trelock does
Trelock is a German manufacturer of bicycle security and lighting products, founded in 1854 and headquartered in Münster, Germany. The company operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Allegion, a global security products conglomerate, and maintains a footprint extending into Asia via the Allegion corporate family. Trelock's product portfolio is concentrated in two categories: bicycle locks — including U-locks, folding locks, chain locks, frame/ring locks, cable locks, and special locks — organized under a proprietary 18-level security classification system based on material properties and testing; and bicycle lighting — covering dynamo, e-bike, S-pedelec, battery, and USB-rechargeable lamp applications compliant with StVZO §67 German road traffic regulations. Notable proprietary features include the PROTECT-O-CONNECT modular add-on system for frame locks, FIXXGO integrated mounting brackets, and STOP SIGNAL brake-light functionality on rear lights.
The underlying technology stack combines mechanical lock engineering — covering hardened materials, anti-pick features, and bolt mechanisms — with LED and lithium-ion/lithium-polymer battery electronics, including rechargeable cells rated at 1-2% self-discharge versus 15-20% for standard batteries, and LEDs with operating lifespans exceeding 25,000 hours. Recent 2025 product launches (Fold-it DAILY, FS 480 Cops, RS 560/561) extend the lock portfolio, with the RS 560/561 specifically targeting e-bike and premium bicycle owners.
Trelock operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining OEM system supply to leading bicycle manufacturers (including Cannondale) with distribution through approximately 485 specialist bicycle dealers (Fachhändler) across Germany. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales across both channels, supplemented by a direct online key replacement service at €9.99-€11.99 per key. Marketing is driven through downloadable product catalogs, educational video content, security-level guides, and a zip-code dealer locator on the company website, with a MyTRELOCK customer portal enabling key number storage and reordering.
Trelock firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Trelock
- Legal name
- TRELOCK GmbH
- Website
- https://trelock.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1854
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Trelock is a German manufacturer of bicycle security locks and StVZO-compliant lighting systems, serving OEMs including Cannondale, ~485 specialist dealers in Germany, and end consumers. Founded in 1854, it operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Allegion.
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- akta.pro rank
Trelock industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Bicycle Security and Lighting
- NAICS
- Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)
- SIC
- Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Bike Accessories Retail (Lights, Locks, Racks, Bags) (CRAMAHAD)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories) (CRAMABAH)
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Where Trelock is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Münster
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Trelock business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Bicycle Locks: Sale of proprietary bicycle security products including U-locks, folding locks, chain locks, frame locks, cable locks, and special locks with security levels 1-18.
- Bicycle Lighting: Sale of bicycle lighting products for dynamo, e-bike, S-pedelec, battery, and rechargeable light applications with StVZO compliance.
- Key Replacement Service: Online key reordering service for TRELOCK bicycle locks from security level 3 onwards. Keys priced between €9.99 and €11.99 per key. Requires key number from original key.
- OEM System Supply: Customized lock and lighting solutions developed in partnership with leading bicycle manufacturers, integrated into original bicycle designs for German and international OEM customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Key Replacement Service |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Trelock product offering
Product offeringCore offering
TRELOCK designs, manufactures and sells bicycle security products (U-locks, folding locks, chain locks, frame/ring locks, cable locks) and bicycle lighting (dynamo, e-bike, battery, rechargeable/USB lights) under a proprietary 18-level security classification and StVZO-compliant road approval. The company supplies both OEM bicycle manufacturers with customized integrated solutions and end consumers through a network of approximately 485 specialist bicycle dealers in Germany.
Product overview
Trelock is a German bicycle security and lighting company founded in 1854, now part of the Allegion family of brands. The product portfolio consists of two core categories: bicycle locks (including U-locks, folding locks, chain locks, cable locks, and frame/ring locks) and bicycle lighting (dynamo lights, e-bike lights, battery lights, and rechargeable/USB lights). The locks are organized under a proprietary security level system (1-18), while lights comply with StVZO German road traffic regulations. Key product lines include the Fold-it DAILY folding lock, FS 480 Cops series, RS 560/561 frame locks, Lighthammer front light series, COB Line rear lights, and the LS 760 Vision battery lamp. The company also offers the PROTECT-O-CONNECT add-on system for frame locks and sells spare parts and accessories.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- U-Lock U4 plus U-lock designed for securing bicycles to stationary objects, part of TRELOCK's core lock portfolio.
- Fold-it DAILY Folding Lock Folding lock designed for everyday use, positioned as TRELOCK's new daily-carry folding lock.
- FS 480 Cops Folding Lock Folding lock from the Cops series, available in 100 cm and 130 cm lengths with the new 2025 design.
- RS 560 / RS 561 Frame Lock Frame lock targeted at demanding cyclists, compatible with the PROTECT-O-CONNECT system for adding a CONNECT cable or chain for additional security.
- Lighthammer USB Front Light E-bike front light with flexible installation and strong lighting of 40 or 80 lux, with USB-charging capability.
- Lighthammer Dynamo Front Light Strong front-light series designed for e-bikes and dynamo operation.
- COB Line Rear Light Rear light available for e-bike or dynamo operation, part of the COB Line series.
- LS 760 Vision Battery Front Light Top-of-range battery-operated bicycle lamp featuring an extended LCD display.
- TRELOCK Key Replacement Service Direct online service at trelock-keyservice.de that allows customers to reorder replacement keys for TRELOCK bicycle locks from security level 3 onwards, priced at €9.99 to €11.99 per key and requiring the original key number.
Quantifiable outcome
- LED lifespan exceeding 25,000 hours
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Trelock
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Trelock technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
Trelock partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- AllegioncoreTRELOCK is part of the Allegion family of brands. Allegion provides integrated and efficient production and logistics processes including development, production, quality assurance, marketing, sales, and logistics. Allegion has TRELOCK locations in both Germany and Asia and is committed to further growth in strategic markets.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Trelock competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- ABUS: German-based manufacturer of bicycle locks and lighting (including E-bike lighting) under August Bremicker Söhne. Directly competes with Trelock in U-locks, folding locks, chain locks and StVZO-compliant bicycle lights sold through German Fachhändler networks.
- Kryptonite: US-headquartered bicycle lock specialist (now owned by Allegion, Trelock's parent). Sells U-locks, folding locks and chain locks globally and shares Allegion distribution; directly comparable product portfolio to Trelock's lock category.
- AXA (Axa Stenman): European (Dutch) manufacturer of bicycle locks, lights, and security products including frame locks and battery lights. Direct competitor in OEM frame-lock integration with European bicycle brands and in aftermarket lighting sold through European dealers.
- Knog: Australian design-led brand specializing in bicycle lights and locks. Competes with Trelock in the premium consumer lighting segment with USB-rechargeable lights and modern aesthetics targeting the same bike owner end customer.
- Sigma Sport: German manufacturer of bicycle computers and lights (including StVZO-approved e-bike lighting). Direct competitor in German-market bicycle lighting and benefits from the same Fachhändler distribution model.
- Cateye: Japanese bicycle electronics manufacturer with a broad lighting portfolio spanning battery, rechargeable and e-bike lights. Competes with Trelock in dynamo and rechargeable bicycle lighting globally and in OEM supply to bicycle brands.
- Lezyne: US-based manufacturer of bicycle LED lights, pumps, and tools. Directly competes with Trelock's USB-rechargeable lighting lines and similar end-user cyclists through specialty and online channels.
- Busch + Müller: German manufacturer of dynamo and e-bike bicycle lights with deep StVZO compliance expertise. Direct competitor in German-market StVZO lighting and OEM supply to European e-bike manufacturers.
Emerging players
- Magicshine: Chinese manufacturer of high-output bicycle and e-bike LED lights gaining share in European markets with competitively priced, StVZO-compliant lighting products. Emerging threat to Trelock's e-bike lighting category.
- HipLok: UK-based design-focused bicycle lock brand with wearable and high-security folding locks. Comparable to Trelock in the higher-security tier of bicycle locks for commuters and e-bike owners.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trelock leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Trelock funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Trelock M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Trelock
What does Trelock do?
TRELOCK designs, manufactures and sells bicycle security products (U-locks, folding locks, chain locks, frame/ring locks, cable locks) and bicycle lighting (dynamo, e-bike, battery, rechargeable/USB lights) under a proprietary 18-level security classification and StVZO-compliant road approval. The company supplies both OEM bicycle manufacturers with customized integrated solutions and end consumers through a network of approximately 485 specialist bicycle dealers in Germany.
Is Trelock a public or private company?
Trelock is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Trelock founded?
Trelock was founded in 1854. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Trelock based?
Trelock is headquartered in Münster, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Trelock make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Bicycle Locks are the primary driver. The others are bicycle Lighting, key Replacement Service and OEM System Supply.
Who are Trelock's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are ABUS, Kryptonite, AXA (Axa Stenman), Knog, Sigma Sport, Cateye, Lezyne and Busch + Müller. Emerging players are Magicshine and HipLok.
Does Trelock have an API?
No public API is recorded for Trelock.
What industry is Trelock in?
Trelock's product category is Bicycle Security and Lighting. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAMAHAD, Bike Accessories Retail (Lights, Locks, Racks, Bags), with a secondary code of CRAMABAH, Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories). Its NAICS code is 336991 and its SIC code is 3751.