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GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. Releases its Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2025

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Q1 2025 revenue of $616 million, a decrease of $28 million, or 4%, over Q1 2024. Q1 2025 Adjusted EBITDA* of $34 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA* margin of 6%, compared to $28 million and 4% in Q1 2024.Q1 2025 net income of $6 million or $0.26 per share compared with $0.4 million or $0.02 per share for the first quarter of 2024.Q1 2025 decrease in long-term debt, net of cash*, of $14 million.Q1 2025 decrease in net operating working capital* of $9 million.

LASALLE, QC, May 8, 2025 /CNW/ – GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. (“GDI” or the “Company”) (TSX: GDI) is pleased to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

For the first quarter of 2025:

Revenue reached $616 million, a decrease of $28 million, or 4%, over the first quarter of 2024 mainly attributable to an organic decline of 7%, partially offset by growth from foreign currency translation.Adjusted EBITDA* amounted to $34 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA* margin of 6% compared to $28 million and 4% in Q1 2024.Net income was $6 million or $0.26 per share compared to $0.4 million or $0.02 per share in Q1 2024.Long-term debt, net of cash* decreased by $14 million in the quarter.Net operating working capital* reduction of $9 million in the quarter.

For the first quarters of 2025 and 2024, the business segments performed as follows:

(in millions of

Canadian dollars)

Business Services Canada

Business Services USA

Technical Services(1)

Corporate and Other(1)

Consolidated

2025

2024

2025

2024

2025

2024

2025

2024

2025

2024

Revenue

147

145

217

225

246

260

6

14

616

644

Organic Growth (Decline)

1 %

3 %

(15 %)

10 %

(5 %)

(1 %)

0 %

0 %

(7 %)

3 %

Adjusted EBITDA* (2)

11

10

15

14

12

6

(4)

(2)

34

28

Adjusted EBITDA Margin*

7 %

7 %

7 %

6 %

5 %

2 %

N/A

N/A

6 %

4 %

Note:

The 2024 results were recast to reflect i) the transfer of the Integrated Facility Services business from Corporate and Other to Technical Services since January 1, 2025 and ii) the allocation of corporate technology costs, moving some from the Corporate and Other segment to the operating Business Segments

In Q1 2025, GDI effected a change in the allocation of corporate technology costs, moving costs from the Corporate and Other segment to the operating Business Segments. This change was implemented to provide a more accurate view of segment profitability. Also, GDI has moved reporting for its IFS business unit from Corporate and Other to Technical Services as its was a more appropriate home for this business unit. Q1 2024 results have been recast to reflect this modification.

GDI’s Business Services Canada segment recorded $147 million in revenue while generating $11 million in Adjusted EBITDA*, representing an Adjusted EBITDA margin* of 7%. GDI’s Business Services USA segment recorded revenue of $217 million and Adjusted EBITDA* of $15 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA margin* of 7%. Business Services USA experienced an organic revenue decline due to the loss of the segment’s largest client at the end of Q1 2024 and from exiting of low margin contracts obtained in the Atalian acquisition, which was partially mitigated by new customers wins. In addition, revenue generated by one customer fluctuates based on the volume of recurring project work which was lower in the first quarter of 2025.

The Technical Services segment recorded revenue of $246 million and Adjusted EBITDA* of $12 million, up by $6 million compared to Q1 2024, representing an Adjusted EBITDA margin* of 5% compared to 2% in Q1 2024, as the first quarter of 2024 was negatively affected by cost overruns on three large projects in its U.S operations.

GDI’s Corporate and Other segment recorded revenue of $6 million and negative Adjusted EBITDA* of $4 million compared to $14 million and $2 million in Q1 2024, respectively. The decline in revenue is primarily attributable to business divestitures during Fiscal 2024.

“I am very pleased with the performance of all of our business segments in Q1 this year,” stated Claude Bigras, President & CEO of GDI. “Each segment delivered profitability levels that were either in-line or above expectations which contributed to a 21% increase in Adjusted EBITDA over Q1 F2024 and a 6% consolidated Adjusted EBITDA margin for GDI as a whole. Our Business Services Canada segment recorded its fifth straight quarter with an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 7%, when adjusting last year’s results for the IT cost reallocation, showing strong stability and maintaining its premium of 100 to 200 basis points above pre-COVID levels, which we expect to continue for the foreseeable future. As we had already announced last quarter, our Business Services USA segment experienced an organic revenue decline stemming from the loss of GDI’s largest client in Q1 F2024 and from exiting low contracts as we focused on margin improvement in the Atalian acquisition throughout F2024. The majority of this business has now been replaced, and we are expecting organic growth to progressively improve to historic levels by the end of this year. Adjusted EBITDA margin in the segment was 7% during the quarter, returning to more normalized levels as the work we had been engaged in to increase margins from the Atalian acquisition has now been successfully completed. Our Technical Services segment had an outstanding quarter. Our decision to focus on higher margin business at Ainsworth continues to bear fruit, with $12 million of EBITDA and a 5% Adjusted EBITDA margin in the quarter. This was Ainsworth’s highest Adjusted EBITDA margin in Q1 since our acquisition of the business in F2015 which has historically ranged between 2% to 4% in the first quarter. Given the margin improvement initiatives we successfully implemented, the outlook at Ainsworth is positive for the remainder of F2025.”

“In addition to strong operating performance, GDI continued to deliver on our balance sheet initiatives during Q1 F2025. Our focus on working capital reduction resulted in a decrease of $9 million in the quarter. This puts us at a total net working capital reduction of $53 million since Q3 F2023 when we factor in M&A and FX impact, surpassing the $50 million dollar target that we announced at that time. We also decreased our long-term debt by $14 million in the quarter, which coupled with the increase in Adjusted EBITDA resulted in a decrease in our leverage ratio which now sits below our comfort range of 3x-3.5x.”

“All of our business segments are performing well. Business Services Canada has been performing well with a very stable margin profile. Organic growth at our Business Services USA segment is expected to show progressive improvement through the year and rebound to more historic levels by Q4. Ainsworth will continue to focus on higher margin business, and the outlook is positive. Finally, we are actively evaluating a number of M&A opportunities and have a healthy balance sheet with sufficient capacity to execute on our growth strategies. I am looking forward to GDI delivering on our expectations for the remainder of F2025,” concluded Mr. Bigras.

ABOUT GDI

GDI is a leading integrated commercial facility services provider which offers a range of services in Canada and the United States to owners and managers of a variety of facility types including office buildings, educational facilities, distribution centers, industrial facilities, healthcare establishments, stadiums and event venues, hotels, shopping centres, airports and other transportation facilities. GDI’s commercial facility services capabilities include commercial janitorial and building maintenance, energy advisory and system optimization, the installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC-R, mechanical, electrical and building automation systems, as well as other complementary services such as janitorial products manufacturing and distribution. GDI’s subordinate voting shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: GDI). Additional information on GDI can be found on its website at www.gdi.com.

CAUTION CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements in this press release may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of securities laws. Forward looking information may relate to GDI’s future outlook and anticipated events, business, operations, financial performance, financial condition or results and, in some cases, can be identified by terminology such as “may”; “will”; “should”; “expect”; “plan”; “anticipate”; “believe”; “intend”; “estimate”; “predict”; “potential”; “continue”; “foresee”; “ensure” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. In particular, statements regarding GDI’s future operating results and economic performance, and its objectives and strategies are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on certain factors and assumptions including expected growth, results of operations, performance and business prospects and opportunities, which GDI believes are reasonable as of the current date. While management considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to the Company, they may prove to be incorrect. It is impossible for GDI to predict with certainty the impact that the current economic uncertainties may have on future results. Forward-looking information is also subject to certain factors, including risks and uncertainties (described in the “Risk Factors” section) that could cause actual results to differ materially from what GDI currently expects. Namely, these factors include risks pertaining to unsuccessful implementation of the business strategy, changes to business structure, inherent operating risks from acquisition activity, failure to integrate an acquired company, decline in commercial real estate occupancy levels, increase in costs which cannot be passed on to customers, labour shortages, disruption in information technology systems and execution issues with Strategic IT projects, increases in interest rates, exchange rate fluctuations, deterioration in economic conditions, Government Policies on International trade and Investment, including sanctions and actions after recent U.S. elections in respect to global trade, tariffs, and trade agreement, increase in competition, influence of the principal shareholders, loss of key or long-term customers, public procurement laws and regulations, legal proceedings, reputational damage, labour disputes, disputes with franchisees, environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) considerations, goodwill and long-lived assets impairment charges, tax matters, key employees, participation in multi-employer pension plans, legislation or other governmental action, cybersecurity, data confidentiality and data protection, and public perception of our environmental footprint, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. Therefore, future events and results may vary significantly from what management currently foresees. The reader should not place undue importance on forward-looking information and should not rely upon this information as of any other date. While management may elect to, the Company is under no obligation and does not undertake to update or alter this information at any particular time, except as may be required by law.

Analyst Conference Call:

May 9, 2025 at 8:00 A.M. (ET)

Kindly note that Investors and Media representatives may attend as listeners only.

Please use the following dial-in numbers to have access to the conference call by dialing 10 minutes before the beginning of the conference:

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Confirmation Code: 14687#

March 31, 2025 unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements and accompanied Management & Discussion Analysis are filed on www.sedarplus.ca.

____________________________

* The terms “Adjusted EBITDA”, “Adjusted EBITDA Margin”, Long-term debt, net of cash, and net operating working capital do not have standardized definitions prescribed by International Financial Reporting Standards and therefore, may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. “Adjusted EBITDA” is defined as operating income before depreciation and amortization, transaction, reorganization and other costs, share-based compensation and strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs. The Adjusted EBITDA Margin is calculated by dividing Adjusted EBITDA by revenues. For more details and for a reconciliation of that measure to the most directly comparable IFRS measure, consult the “Operating and Financial Results” section of the Company’s Management Discussion & Analysis (“MD&A”). Long-term debt, net of cash, and net operating working capital details and calculation is descripted in the section “consolidated financial position” of the MD&A.

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

As at March 31,

As at December 31,

2025

2024

Assets

Current assets

Cash

25

14

Trade and other receivables and contract assets

564

565

Inventories

34

33

Prepaid expenses and other

25

16

Other financial assets

15

Assets held for sale

6

6

Current tax assets

4

4

Total current assets

658

653

Non-current assets

Property, plant and equipment

120

119

Intangible assets

110

115

Goodwill

378

378

Other long-term assets

21

20

Total non-current assets

629

632

Total assets

1,287

1,285

Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

Current liabilities

Bank indebtedness

1

2

Trade and other payables

309

306

Provisions

29

32

Contract liabilities

36

33

Current tasx liabilities

5

9

Current portion of long-term debt

23

21

Total current liabilities

403

403

Non-current liabilities

Long-term debt

358

362

Other long-term payables

8

9

Deferred tax liabilities

15

15

Total non-current liabilities

381

386

Shareholders’ equity

Share capital

383

382

Retained earnings

106

100

Contributed surplus

3

3

Accumulated other comprehensive income

11

11

Total shareholders’ equity

503

496

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

1,287

1,285

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS, EXCEPT FOR EARNINGS PER SHARE)

Three-month periods ended March 31,

2025

2024

Revenues

616

644

Cost of services

501

538

Selling and administrative expenses

84

80

Transaction, reorganization and other costs

1

1

Strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs

1

Amortization of intangible assets

5

12

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment

13

14

Operating income (loss)

12

(2)

Net finance expense (income)

3

(1)

Income (Loss) before income taxes

9

(1)

Income tax expense (benefit)

3

(1)

Net income

6

Other comprehensive income (loss)

Gains (losses) that are or may be reclassified to earnings:

  Foreign currency translation differences for foreign operations

6

  Hedge of net investments in foreign operations, net of tax of nil (2024 – nil)

(6)

  Cash flow hedges, effective portion of changes in fair value, net of tax of nil (2024 – nil)

(1)

(1)

Total comprehensive income (loss)

6

(1)

Earnings per share:

  Basic

0.26

0.02

  Diluted

0.26

0.02

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

Share Capital

Number

(in
thousands

of shares)

Amount

Retained
earnings

Contributed
surplus

Accumulated
other
comprehensive
income (1)

TOTAL

Balance, January 1, 2024

23,414

380

68

2

5

455

Net income

Other comprehensive loss

(1)

(1)

Total comprehensive income for the year

(1)

(1)

Transactions with owners of the Company:

Stock options exercised

35

1

1

Balance, March 31, 2024

23,449

381

68

2

4

455

Balance, January 1, 2025

23,520

382

100

3

11

496

Net income

6

6

Other comprehensive income

Total comprehensive income for the year

6

6

Transactions with owners of the Company:

Stock options exercised

38

1

1

Balance, March 31, 2025

23,558

383

106

3

11

503

(1)

The amount of accumulated other comprehensive income is net of tax of nil.

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

Three-month periods ended March 31,

2025

2024

Cash flows from (used in) operating activities

Net income

6

Adjustments for:

Depreciation and amortization

18

26

Net finance expense (income)

3

(1)

Income tax expense (benefit)

3

(1)

Income taxes paid

(7)

Net changes in non-cash operating assets and liabilities

12

(3)

Net cash from operating activities

35

21

Cash flows from (used in) financing activities

Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt

57

99

Repayment of long-term debt

(62)

(107)

Payment of lease liabilities

(9)

(9)

Interest paid

(6)

(7)

Other

1

1

Net cash used in financing activities

(19)

(23)

Cash flows from (used in) investing activities

Additions to property, plant and equipment

(4)

(4)

Additions to intangible assets

(1)

Other

2

Net cash from investing activities

(4)

(3)

Foreign exchange loss on cash held in foreign currencies

(3)

Net change in cash (bank indebtedness)

12

(8)

Cash, beginning of period:

Cash

14

17

Bank indebtedness

(2)

(14)

12

3

Cash (bank indebtedness), end of period:

Cash

25

29

Bank indebtedness

(1)

(34)

24

(5)

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
SEGMENTED INFORMATION
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

Three-month period ended March 31, 2025

Business
Services
Canada

Business
Services
USA

Technical
Services

Corporate
and Other

     Total

Recurring/contractual services

129

206

38

373

On-call services

8

11

64

83

Projects

144

144

Manufacturing and distribution

9

9

Other revenues

7

7

Total external revenues

144

217

246

9

616

Inter-segment revenues

3

(3)

Revenues

147

217

246

6

616

Income (loss) before income taxes

8

10

2

(11)

9

Net finance expense

1

1

1

3

Operating income (loss)

8

11

3

(10)

12

Depreciation and amortization

3

4

9

2

18

Transaction, reorganization, and other costs

1

1

Share-based compensation (1)

3

3

Strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs

Adjusted EBITDA

11

15

12

(4)

34

Total assets

255

402

546

84

1,287

Total liabilities

72

104

271

337

784

Additions to property, plant and equipment

1

10

2

1

14

Additions to intangible assets

Goodwill recorded on business acquisitions

(1) 

Includes stock option, performance share unit and restricted share unit plans.

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
SEGMENTED INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

Three-month period ended March 31, 2024

Business
Services
Canada

Business
Services
USA

Technical
Services(3)

Corporate and
Other(3)

     Total

Recurring/contractual services

126

203

35

364

On-call services

9

22

74

105

Projects

151

151

Manufacturing and distribution

17

17

Other revenues

7

7

Total external revenues

142

225

260

17

644

Inter-segment revenues

3

(3)

Revenues

145

225

260

14

644

Income (loss) before income taxes (4)

7

4

(3)

(9)

(1)

Net finance expense

(1)

(1)

Operating income (loss)

7

4

(4)

(9)

(2)

Depreciation and amortization

3

9

10

4

26

Transaction, reorganization, and other costs

1

1

Share-based compensation (1)

2

2

Strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs

1

1

Adjusted EBITDA

10

14

6

(2)

28

Total assets(2)

254

416

526

89

1,285

Total liabilities(2)

72

114

246

357

789

Additions to property, plant and equipment

2

1

8

1

12

Additions to intangible assets

1

1

Goodwill recorded on business acquisitions

3

3

(1)

Includes stock option, performance share unit and restricted share unit plans.

(2)

As at December 31, 2024.

(3)

The 2024 figures were recast to reflect January 1, 2025 reorganization change were facility management services now report into Technical Services segment as opposed to Corporate and Other as published in 2024.

(4)

The 2024 figures were recast to reflect a change in the allocation of corporate technology costs, moving from the Corporate and Other segment to the operating segments. This change was implemented to provide a more meaningful view of segment profitability.

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
BUSINESS ACQUISITIONS
(UNAUDITED)

Acquisition date

Company acquired (1)

Location

Segment reporting

Status(2)

2025 Acquisitions

None

2024 Acquisitions

April 1, 2024

Hussmann Canada Inc.

(“Hussmann”)

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Technical Services

Completed

May 1, 2024

Jade Opco, LLC, doing business as Paramount Building Solutions

(“Paramount”)

Phoenix, Arizona

Business Services USA

Completed

June 1, 2024

RYCOM Corporation (“RYCOM”)

Toronto, Ontario

Technical Services

Preliminary

(1)         

GDI acquired all of the outstanding shares of each acquired company, with the exception of Hussman, where the Company completed the acquisition of certain assets and assumed certain liabilities.

(2)         

Preliminary status: Given the limited time between the 2024 Acquisitions and March 31, 2025, the purchase prices have been allocated on a preliminary basis and will be finalized as soon as the Company’s management has obtained all the information it considers necessary. Completed status: The assessment of the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed is completed.

Business disposals

On April 1, 2024, the Company completed the sale of its Superior cleaning and sanitation supplies distribution business and transferred to the purchaser some of its related liabilities.

On November 30, 3024, the Company completed the sale of Ainsworth Power Construction (“APC”), a specialized business performing high voltage work primarily for utilities in Ontario.

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL POSITION
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS)

(in millions of Canadian dollars)

March 31,

2025

December 31,
2024

Net operating working capital:

Trade and other receivables and contract assets

564

565

Inventories

34

33

Prepaid expenses and other

25

16

Other financial assets

15

Trade and other payables

(309)

(306)

Provisions

(29)

(32)

Contract liabilities

(36)

(33)

    Net operating working capital

249

258

Long-term debt, including current portion, net of Cash (bank indebtedness):

    Cash, net of bank indebtedness

24

12

    Long-term debt, including current portion

(381)

(383)

    Long-term debt, including current portion, net of Cash (bank indebtedness)

(357)

(371)

Other financial position accounts:

Property, plant and equipment

120

119

Intangible assets

110

115

Goodwill

378

378

Other long-term assets

21

20

Assets held for sale

6

6

Other long-term liabilities

(8)

(9)

Net current tax (liabilities) assets

(1)

(5)

Net deferred tax (liabilities) assets

(15)

(15)

GDI INTEGRATED FACILITY SERVICES INC.
SUPPLEMENTARY QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION 
THREE-MONTH PERIODS
(UNAUDITED) (IN MILLIONS OF CANADIAN DOLLARS, EXCEPT FOR EARNINGS PER SHARE)

Three months ended

(in millions of Canadian dollars, except per share data) (1)

March
2025

December
2024

September
2024

June
2024

Revenue

616

634

640

639

Operating income

12

15

15

10

     Depreciation and amortization

18

22

20

19

     Transaction, reorganization and other costs

1

(2)

1

2

     Share-based compensation

3

2

3

2

Strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs

1

1

Adjusted EBITDA

34

38

39

34

Net income for the period

6

23

7

2

Earnings per share

   Basic

0.26

1.00

0.28

0.07

   Diluted

0.26

0.99

0.28

0.07

Three months ended

(in millions of Canadian dollars, except per share data) (1)

March
2024

December
2023

September
2023

June
2023

Revenue

644

622

615

609

Operating (loss) income

(2)

9

16

10

     Depreciation and amortization

26

22

19

19

     Transaction, reorganization and other costs

1

2

1

     Share-based compensation

2

2

2

3

Strategic information technology projects configuration and customization costs

1

2

2

1

Adjusted EBITDA

28

37

39

34

Net income for the period

6

8

1

Earnings per share

   Basic

0.02

0.26

0.35

0.04

   Diluted

0.02

0.25

0.35

0.04

(1)

The differences between the quarters are mainly the results of business acquisitions, as well as seasonality in the Technical Services segment.

SOURCE GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc.

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“Generative AI offers significant potential for innovation and efficiency, and organizations are currently evaluating different ways to integrate AI into their overall architecture. CGI’s high-security AI platform provides a trusted alternative to public cloud and hybrid solutions, enabling clients to adopt AI quickly and securely while maintaining strong control over their data and environment,” said Mikkola.

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PATEO Joins Forces with AUMOVIO: AI-Driven Intelligent Driving Globalization to Jointly Expand the Global High-Computing SDV Market

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BEIJING, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 25, at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, PATEO CONNECT Technology (Shanghai) Corporation (Stock Code: 2889.HK) entered into a strategic cooperation memorandum of understanding with AUMOVIO Holding China Co., Ltd. on the joint development of high-performance cross-domain integration and artificial general intelligence technologies and global market expansion.

According to the cooperation agreement, PATEO and AUMOVIO Group will fully leverage their respective research capabilities in high-computing SoC platforms, integrated cockpit-driving domain controllers and AGI algorithm research and development, as well as their industry influence in global supply chains, OEM customer resources and intelligent manufacturing, to jointly promote the global implementation of high-computing SDV domain control and AGI automotive application demonstration projects, and jointly promote the sustainable development of intelligent mobility and SDV technologies.

Regarding the specific details of the cooperation, the parties will jointly develop cross-domain integrated product solutions based on high-computing SoCs that meet future market demands. Meanwhile, a joint team will be formed to focus on demonstration projects for artificial general intelligence (AGI) automotive application products. Furthermore, PATEO and AUMOVIO Group will combine their respective advantages in technology, products, customers, supply chain, production and quality to jointly expand global SDV domain control and AGI application businesses. Based on their respective advantageous fields, the parties will realize a strong alliance of “channel + product”. At the technical level, upholding the principles of joint investment and technology collaboration, the parties will develop technologically leading high-computing and intelligent SDV technologies and products.

The signing of this Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding reflects AUMOVIO Group’s high recognition of the Company’s AI-centric, integrated “Software-Hardware-Chip-Cloud” automotive and mobile terminal solutions and ecosystem construction. This also marks a critical step for PATEO under its “AI + Globalization” dual-wheel drive strategy.

As an AI-centric provider of automotive and mobile terminal solutions and an ecosystem builder with integrated “Hardware-Software-Chip-Cloud” capabilities, PATEO has more than 2,100 employees globally and an R&D team of over 700 people, with its number of registered invention patents ranking first in the industry. This strategic cooperation with AUMOVIO Group is not only a significant milestone in PATEO’s globalization layout but also a powerful testament to its technical strength in the fields of high-computing SDV domain control and AGI application.

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ebike Market worth $74.98 billion by 2035| MarketsandMarkets™

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the global ebike market is projected to grow from USD 46.39 billion in 2026 to USD 74.98 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 5.5%.3

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Market Size Available for Years: 2026-20352026 Market Size: 46.39 billion2032 Projected Market Size: 74.98 billionCAGR (2026–2035): 5.5%

ebike Market Trends & Insights:

>250W–<450W battery capacity ebikes to hold the largest market share globally.Mid-drive motors are expected to be the fastest-growing ebike motor type during the forecast period.North America is expected to be the fastest-growing ebike market during the forecast period.

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The global ebike market is growing gradually, with each region exhibiting different patterns. Asia Pacific dominates by volume, accounting for over 90% of global demand, driven by China’s large-scale adoption, affordability, and a strong manufacturing ecosystem, making ebikes a mainstream daily mobility solution. In Europe and North America, ebike demand has declined mainly due to structural and economic headwinds. In Europe, sales declined across key markets from 2023–2025 as high inflation, reduced consumer spending, and excess inventory from the pandemic surge led retailers to cut new orders. Some countries, like the Netherlands, reported a drop in bike sales in 2025, from 409,467 units in 2024 to 391,300 units; France dropped from 565,225 units in 2024 to 558,442 units; and Switzerland dropped from 151,772 units in 2024 to 142,223 units. The ebike market in Europe and North America is expected to recover in the second half of 2027.

>250W–<450W battery capacity ebikes to hold the largest market share globally.

The 250–450W segment dominates the ebike market primarily because it is the standard configuration for city, trekking, and hybrid pedal-assist ebikes, which represent the largest use case globally. Also, ebikes in this range achieve optimal efficiency, with energy density, weight, and motor draw well matched to typical urban duty cycles. A 300–400 W pack paired with 250 W-class motors typically delivers ~40–90 km of real-world range at moderate-assist levels without pushing cells into high discharge rates that accelerate thermal stress and degradation, allowing simpler battery management systems and air cooling instead of heavier thermal controls. Keeping capacity below ~450 W also reduces pack mass by ~1–2 kg versus larger systems, preserving ride dynamics, frame integration, and braking performance while enabling standard charging (2–4 A) on household outlets.

This range has seen the highest adoption in Europe, where regulations cap motor power at 250W. This has led major manufacturers like Bosch, Yamaha, and Shimano to design their systems around this limit, ensuring mass-market compliance and efficiency. In the Asia Pacific region, the same range is widely used for its cost-effectiveness and suitability for short-distance daily commuting, while in North America it remains common in commuter models despite the availability of higher-power options. Overall, this segment leads because it offers the best balance of regulatory compliance, affordability, energy efficiency, and real-world usability, making it the most practical choice for large scale adoption.

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Mid-drive motors are expected to be the fastest-growing ebike motor type during the forecast period.

Mid-drive motors are widely preferred in Europe and North America for their higher torque, better weight distribution, and superior efficiency, which align with premium commuting and trekking needs. Leading OEM systems from Bosch eBike Systems, Shimano Inc., and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. are engineered for these performance-focused markets. In contrast, hub motors dominate in Asia Pacific, largely driven by cost-sensitive demand. Suppliers such as Bafang Electric specialize in affordable hub motor systems that are easier to mass-produce and integrate. Notably, while many APAC-based suppliers (e.g., Bafang, Ananda, Dapu) export mid-drive systems to Europe and North America, they still prioritize hub motors domestically because mid-drive integration requires higher R&D investment, complex frame redesign, and drivetrain engineering, whereas hub motors can be easily mounted on conventional bicycle frames at lower cost. Overall, the global motor supply is dominated by key players such as Bosch eBike Systems, Shimano Inc., Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., Brose Fahrzeugteile SE & Co. KG, and Bafang Electric, with Bosch, Shimano, and Bafang alone holding significant global market share due to their extensive OEM networks and technological capabilities.

North America is expected to be the fastest-growing ebike market during the forecast period.

North America is emerging as the fastest-growing e-bike market, driven by policy support, shifting mobility preferences, and expanding use cases beyond recreation. Between 2024 and 2026, several US states introduced purchase incentives and rebate programs. California offered substantial statewide vouchers of up to USD 2,000 for qualifying residents, with a focus on safety certifications; Colorado provided a USD 225 instant, point-of-sale tax credit for qualifying electric bikes, with additional incentives for cargo bikes; and local and city programs, such as those in Denver, offered significant incentives of up to USD 1,400. These government incentives are promoting ebikes in North America. In addition, cities are investing in bike-lane infrastructure and safety regulations, alongside stricter standards for battery safety and UL certification, improving consumer confidence. At the same time, rising fuel costs and demand for last-mile and cargo mobility solutions are accelerating adoption, especially in urban areas, making e-bikes a practical alternative to cars rather than just a recreational product.

Meanwhile, mountain and trekking ebikes hold a dominant share in North America because of the region’s strong outdoor culture and diverse terrain, where consumers demand higher performance, durability, and longer range. These bikes are predominantly equipped with mid-drive motors from key players such as Bosch eBike Systems, Shimano Inc., and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., which provide greater torque, improved balance, and more efficient power transfer on steep or off-road terrain. This preference reinforces the premiumization trend in North America, where consumers increasingly prioritize performance-oriented ebikes over basic urban models.

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Top Companies in ebike Market:

The Top Companies in ebike Market are Giant Manufacturing Co., Ltd (Taiwan), Yamaha Motor Company (Japan), Accell Group NV (Netherlands), Yadea Group Holdings, Ltd. (China), and Pon Bicycle Holdings B.V. (Netherlands).

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