British Cycling and
Renishaw have renewed their long-standing partnership for a third consecutive Olympic and Paralympic cycle. As preparations get underway for the
Los Angeles 2028, the two organisations will work closely on a new wave of technical developments with a focus on aerodynamics, mechanical optimisation, and strength-to-weight engineering for elite track cycling.
The first year of this partnership will centre around research and development (R&D), with Renishaw’s engineers exploring how advanced manufacturing — including metal additive manufacturing (AM) — can deliver performance gains.
Ben Collins, lead AM applications engineer at Renishaw, said: “This is the point where we start rethinking what is possible. In these early stages, we are not just tweaking existing designs — we are challenging ideas, experimenting with form and function and asking how engineering can once again move the needle for the Great Britain Cycling Team.”
Renishaw has been part of British Cycling’s world-class programme since before
Tokyo 2020 and played a key role in delivering the track bike used during
Paris 2024. Renishaw supplied over 1,000 precision components across 32 track bikes, including custom 3-D printed titanium cranks and a revolutionary aerodynamic seat post designed to allow air to flow directly through the centre of the bicycle.
Explore, prototype and refineThe focus now shifts firmly to Los Angeles, with three years ahead to explore, prototype and refine. Following the research phase, Renishaw will manage a series of low-volume AM production runs for newly developed parts and components to be rigorously tested. This enables rapid iteration, ensures every component meets performance demands, and delivers uniformity and reliability at the highest levels of international competition.
Stephen Park, performance director for the Great Britain Cycling Team, said: “We have built a strong partnership with Renishaw over the past two cycles, and that trust is critical as we head towards
Los Angeles 2028. The team’s engineering insight and capabilities help us stay ahead of the competition and this makes a real difference when it comes to winning on the world stage. We are proud to be partnering with Renishaw for a third time to push the boundaries of what is possible for British athletes as we support their quest for gold medals.”
This continued collaboration reflects British Cycling’s recently launched strategy, which calls for innovation, global leadership and impact at every level, from medal-winning performances to the broader transformation of cycling in the UK. The Renishaw partnership directly supports British Cycling’s commitment to ‘win well’ combining credibility, care and performance to inspire current and future generations of riders.