Cargo Cycling
Cargo Cycling is a Dutch manufacturer of professional electric cargo bikes for urban logistics, last-mile parcel delivery, and city services, operating as a brand of Nijland Cycling B.V. since 2015. It sells five e-cargo bike models to enterprise fleets including DHL, PostNL, Amazon, Lime, and the NHS across the Netherlands and wider Europe.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersHeeten, Netherlands
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Cargo Cycling does
Cargo Cycling is a Dutch manufacturer of professional electric cargo bikes for urban logistics, last-mile parcel delivery, and city services. The company operates as a dedicated brand of the family-owned Nijland Cycling B.V., founded in 1963, with the Cargo Cycling brand established in 2015; all design, welding, painting, and final assembly are performed at the company's Heeten facility in the Netherlands. Its portfolio spans five electric cargo bike models — the DOER four-wheeled quadricycle, the Chariot FS2 (next-generation two-wheeler launched March 2024), the Clarion, the Convy, and the Courier — covering payload categories from compact urban delivery to heavy-duty commercial transport. Distinctive technical features include tilting frame geometry and a chainless drivetrain on selected models, with all products EN 15194-certified as bicycles, removing license and insurance requirements for end users.
The business serves enterprise fleet customers across parcel delivery (DHL, PostNL, Amazon), shared mobility (Lime), healthcare (NHS), defense (Dutch Ministry of Defence), media (DPG Media), and waste management (Panda), alongside SMB adopters such as Subway, Mr. Fill, and Liefveld Coffee. Revenue is generated through a mix of hardware sales, operational and financial leasing, service and maintenance contracts, accessories, and battery management solutions. The go-to-market combines a direct enterprise field-sales motion targeting fleet operators with a European reseller and authorized service partner network (including Yeply, Zoomo, GBS, and Velo-Vonk) currently expanding from the Netherlands into France, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
Digital capabilities center on integration with the Papaya fleet management platform and IoT modules that support battery management, predictive maintenance, and usage analytics. The company claims a 30–60% lower total cost of ownership versus diesel vans for urban logistics use cases, and enterprise fleets range in size from five to five hundred bikes, anchoring a B2B model that is moving from one-off hardware sales toward recurring lease and service revenue.
Cargo Cycling firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Cargo Cycling
- Legal name
- Nijland Cycling B.V.
- Website
- https://cargocycling.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- Cargo Cycling is a Dutch manufacturer of professional electric cargo bikes for urban logistics, last-mile parcel delivery, and city services, operating as a brand of Nijland Cycling B.V. since 2015. It sells five e-cargo bike models to enterprise fleets including DHL, PostNL, Amazon, Lime, and the NHS across the Netherlands and wider Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Cargo Cycling industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electric Cargo Bikes
- NAICS
- Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)
- SIC
- Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)
- akta.pro primary industry
- E-bikes & E-cargo Bikes Manufacturing (IMACAOAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Bike Parts & Components Retail (CRAMAHAB), Bike Service, Repair & Maintenance Shops (CRAMAHAH), Cargo Bikes & E-Cargo Bikes Rental/Leasing (TLABAGAB)
Keywords
Where Cargo Cycling is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Heeten
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Cargo Cycling business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- E-Cargo Bike Sales: Sale of professional e-cargo bikes across five models (DOER, Chariot FS2, Clarion, Convy, Courier) ranging from €4,000 to €17,000 depending on model and configuration. Revenue from direct sales to enterprise fleet operators.
- Full Operational Lease: Monthly fee for a set term including service and maintenance. Provides predictable costs for fleet managers with no ownership at end of term. Subject to liquidity and risk assessment by the lessor.
- Financial Lease: Monthly payments with ownership transfer at end of lease term. Spreads investment over time while building owned fleet. Credit assessment required; service not included as standard.
- Service and Maintenance: Ongoing maintenance, spare parts, and technical support through trained service partner network. Includes Papaya digital platform for service ticket management.
- Battery Management Solutions: Sale of AES batteries, loading cabinets, and power boxes for organized fleet charging and battery management.
- Accessories: Sale of cargo boxes, extra batteries, IoT modules, weatherproof covers, comfort accessories, and smart modules for customization and fleet management.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | DOER by Metrucks — Heavy-duty four-wheeled cargo quad |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Chariot FS2 — Heavy-duty cargo trike with tilting frame |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Clarion — Workhorse cargo trike for volume deliveries |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Convy — Compact mid-size cargo trike |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Courier — Compact two-wheeled cargo bike for fast deliveries |
| Subscription | Monthly | Full Operational Lease |
| Subscription | Monthly | Financial Lease |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
Cargo Cycling product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Cargo Cycling manufactures professional e-cargo bikes for businesses operating urban logistics and last-mile delivery routes. The company offers five electric cargo bike models (two-wheeled Courier, three-wheeled Convy, Clarion, and Chariot FS2, plus four-wheeled DOER quadricycle), complemented by battery management solutions, accessories, fleet maintenance services, and flexible financing (operational and financial lease). All bikes are designed, welded, painted, and assembled in-house at the Nijland Cycling factory in Heeten, Netherlands.
Product overview
Cargo Cycling is a Dutch e-cargo bike manufacturer offering a portfolio of five distinct electric cargo bike models for urban logistics and last-mile delivery. The product line spans from compact two-wheeled bikes (Courier) to mid-size trikes (Convy, Clarion) to heavy-duty trikes (Chariot FS2) and four-wheeled quadricycles (DOER), with cargo volumes ranging from 120L to 2,000L and payloads from 100kg to 200kg. The company also provides a comprehensive ecosystem of accessories (cargo boxes, batteries, smart modules, weather protection), battery management solutions (charging cabinets, power boxes), service and maintenance packages, fleet management tools, TCO analysis services, and flexible financing options. All bikes are designed, welded, painted, and assembled at the Nijland Cycling factory in Heeten, the Netherlands, with IoT connectivity enabling fleet operators to monitor performance and coordinate maintenance.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- DOER by Metrucks Four-wheeled electric cargo quadricycle with driver cabin designed for urban logistics and heavy-duty last-mile delivery. Carries up to 2,000 litres with 200 kg payload, featuring full suspension, weatherproof cabin with windshield wipers, IoT connectivity, and chainless drivetrain. Built for enterprise fleet operators needing maximum cargo capacity and all-weather operation.
- Chariot FS2 Heavy-duty three-wheeled electric cargo trike with tilting front frame technology and full suspension. Carries up to 1,700 litres with 200 kg payload, featuring chainless Movaria drivetrain, regenerative braking, and modular cargo box configurations. Designed for professional parcel delivery and heavy urban logistics operations.
- Clarion Workhorse three-wheeled electric cargo trike for high-volume deliveries. Offers up to 1,000 litres cargo volume with 150–190 kg payload, featuring low front frame for easy cargo access, manual walk assist, and modular aluminium or landscaping box configurations. Targeted at postal services and medium-volume commercial fleets.
- Convy Compact three-wheeled electric cargo trike for everyday delivery tasks such as mail and small parcels. Offers up to 550 litres cargo volume with 100 kg payload, featuring low step-through frame, automatic Enviolo hub shifting, and choice of wooden or aluminium cargo box. Targets postal and newspaper delivery fleets.
- Courier Compact two-wheeled electric cargo bike designed for fast, frequent urban deliveries. Offers up to 120 litres cargo volume with front and rear carrier setup, featuring Escape Hatch rear wheel design for quick maintenance, powerful Bafang mid-motor, and one-size-fits-all frame geometry. Targeted at food delivery, courier services, and small parcel operators.
- Service and Maintenance Fleet maintenance services including trained technician network across Europe, Papaya digital service platform for ticket management, IoT-enabled predictive maintenance, warranty coverage (5 years frame, 2 years parts, 1 year battery), and modular bike design enabling quick repairs. Offered to fleet operators through service partners including FietsNed, GetBikeService, Yeply, Velo-Vonk, and Zoomo.
- Financing Options Flexible financing solutions including direct purchase, full operational lease (monthly fee including service and maintenance, no ownership at end of term), and financial lease (monthly payments with ownership transfer after term). Supports fleet adoption by spreading investment over time with predictable costs for fleet managers and larger operations.
- AES Battery Management Solutions Modular battery charging and management system for fleet operations, including AES Loading Cabinet (2–20 individually lockable charging stations with LED indicators and temperature monitoring), AES Powerbox (portable 3.6 kW LiFePO4 power solution with multiple outputs), and AES Battery/PowerPack Plus (48V 1440Wh removable LiFePO4 batteries certified to EN 50604-1 and UL 2271). Supports organized fleet charging and battery swapping operations.
- Total Cost of Ownership Analysis Consulting service that compares e-cargo bike economics against electric delivery vans for prospective fleet operators. Demonstrates 2.15–5.5 kWh/100 km energy consumption vs 22.37 kWh/100 km for e-vans, lower maintenance costs, no license requirements, free parking, and unrestricted urban access. Supports fleet business case development and purchase justification.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 1.6x faster delivery completion times in city traffic vs vans
- +8 more outcomes
Companies that use Cargo Cycling
Customer profileNamed customers13 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Cargo Cycling technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature9 records
Cargo Cycling partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Metrucks GmbHcoreMetrucks GmbH developed the DOER four-wheeled e-cargo bike in partnership with Cargo Cycling. The DOER chassis is partly produced in India while final assembly takes place at Cargo Cycling's factory in Heeten, Netherlands. This is Cargo Cycling's only model not fully manufactured in-house.
- Nijland Cycling B.V.coreCargo Cycling is a brand/trade name of Nijland Cycling B.V., a family-owned Dutch bicycle manufacturer with 35+ years of experience. Nijland Cycling provides the manufacturing infrastructure, expertise, and production capabilities for all Cargo Cycling bikes except the DOER (partly assembled). Board members: Koen Nijland and Luuk Nijland.
- PapayacorePapaya is Cargo Cycling's preferred digital platform for fleet management. Provides service ticket management, issue tracking, and updates for fleet managers. Integrated with Cargo Cycling's service network to streamline maintenance operations. DHL and other large fleets use Papaya for real-time monitoring.
- WorkCyclesminorWorkCycles collaborated with Cargo Cycling on the development of the Courier compact cargo bike, based on the proven Fr8 platform. WorkCycles contributed design expertise for the collaborative engineering of this model.
- Cargo Bike MobilitycoreAuthorised reseller of Cargo Cycling e-cargo bikes in the Netherlands, based in Nieuw-Vennep. Serves the Dutch market with local sales and support capability.
- Cargobikes.nlcoreAuthorised reseller of Cargo Cycling e-cargo bikes in the Netherlands, based in Zwolle. Provides local sales and support for Dutch customers.
- FietsNedcoreAuthorised reseller and service partner of Cargo Cycling in the Netherlands, based in Amsterdam. Provides both sales and maintenance services for Cargo Cycling bikes.
- GetBikeService (GBS)coreAuthorised service partner of Cargo Cycling covering Belgium. Mechanics trained by Cargo Cycling to service all models with access to genuine spare parts and technical knowledge base.
- YeplycoreAuthorised service partner of Cargo Cycling in Europe. Provides maintenance and repair services through trained mechanics with access to Cargo Cycling technical support.
- Velo-VonkcoreAuthorised service partner of Cargo Cycling covering Belgium. Provides professional workshop services for electric cargo bike maintenance.
- ZoomocoreAuthorised service partner of Cargo Cycling, providing professional maintenance and repair services for fleet operators.
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council (Sustainable Transport Team)coreLong-standing collaboration since 2021 between NHS Humber Health Partnership and the Council's Sustainable Transport Team. The Council's team facilitated the Active Travel England funding for the Cargo Cycling DOER trial at Castle Hill Hospital and supports sustainable healthcare logistics.
- Active Travel EnglandcoreGovernment body providing funding for the Castle Hill Hospital e-cargo bike trial, supporting sustainable and active travel initiatives in healthcare settings.
Scale indicators12 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Cargo Cycling competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bicicapace: Italian e-cargo bike maker focused on urban last-mile and family use. Direct competitor in Southern Europe for professional cargo bike fleets.
- Larry vs Harry: Danish manufacturer of Bullitt-style cargo bikes. Direct peer in the long-tail, front-loader cargo bike category used by couriers and family customers in European cities.
- Urban Arrow: Dutch e-cargo bike manufacturer focused on family and commercial use. Directly comparable as a Netherlands-based professional e-cargo bike maker competing for the same enterprise last-mile customers (DHL, PostNL-style operators).
- WorkCycles: Amsterdam-based bicycle manufacturer with cargo and courier bikes (including the Fr8 platform co-developed with Cargo Cycling for the Courier model). Direct peer with overlapping Dutch commercial bike market.
- Christiania Bikes: Danish cargo trike manufacturer with strong family/courier following in Northern Europe. Comparable as a long-established European cargo trike competitor.
- Riese & Müller: German premium e-bike maker with a strong cargo bike line (Load, Packster). Comparable as a high-end European e-cargo bike OEM serving both consumer and commercial fleets with vertically engineered designs.
- Bullitt (Larry vs Harry OEM): Iconic Danish cargo bike brand (built by Larry vs Harry). Directly comparable light commercial/family cargo bike targeting urban delivery riders.
- Tern Bicycles: Taiwan/US urban bike brand with GSD and HSD cargo/utility models. Comparable as an established cargo and family utility e-bike maker selling through dealers globally.
Broad incumbents
- Zoomo: Australia-founded e-bike leasing and fleet management operator. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the e-cargo bike fleet-as-a-service space — also a Cargo Cycling service partner.
- Rad Power Bikes: US-based e-bike brand offering cargo and utility models. Adjacent incumbent in the broader e-bike market with growing commercial fleet exposure.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Cargo Cycling social profiles
Digital presenceCargo Cycling compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Cargo Cycling financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Cargo Cycling leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Cargo Cycling funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Cargo Cycling M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Cargo Cycling
What does Cargo Cycling do?
Cargo Cycling manufactures professional e-cargo bikes for businesses operating urban logistics and last-mile delivery routes. The company offers five electric cargo bike models (two-wheeled Courier, three-wheeled Convy, Clarion, and Chariot FS2, plus four-wheeled DOER quadricycle), complemented by battery management solutions, accessories, fleet maintenance services, and flexible financing (operational and financial lease). All bikes are designed, welded, painted, and assembled in-house at the Nijland Cycling factory in Heeten, Netherlands.
Is Cargo Cycling a public or private company?
Cargo Cycling is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Cargo Cycling founded?
Cargo Cycling was founded in 2015.
Where is Cargo Cycling based?
Cargo Cycling is headquartered in Heeten, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Cargo Cycling make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. E-Cargo Bike Sales are the primary driver. The others are full Operational Lease, financial Lease, service and Maintenance, battery Management Solutions and accessories.
Who are Cargo Cycling's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bicicapace, Larry vs Harry, Urban Arrow, WorkCycles, Christiania Bikes, Riese & Müller, Bullitt (Larry vs Harry OEM) and Tern Bicycles. Broad incumbents are Zoomo and Rad Power Bikes.
Does Cargo Cycling have an API?
No public API is recorded for Cargo Cycling.
What industry is Cargo Cycling in?
Cargo Cycling's product category is Electric Cargo Bikes. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAOAA, E-bikes & E-cargo Bikes Manufacturing, with a secondary code of CRAMAHAB, Bike Parts & Components Retail. Its NAICS code is 336991 and its SIC code is 3751.