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VF returns to growth as outdoor leads
Oberalp Group launches generational leadership transition
Atomic reshapes global leadership structure
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VF returns to growth as outdoor leads
Oberalp Group launches generational leadership transition
Atomic reshapes global leadership structure
66°North marks centenary with Iceland community exhibition
Eurobike shifts to September and sharpens B2B focus
Amer Sports raises guidance after strong Q1
Revelyst names Dave Mellon to lead Simms and Outdoor Performance
Trade Shows & Events
European Outdoor Week 2026: The industry is moving from “No Excuses” to tangible action
From May 14–19, 2026, Riva del Garda will host European Outdoor Week, combining the Outdoor Impact Summit, ORBDAYS & OUTDOOR trade show, and European Outdoor Media Day.
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US tariffs - a timeline
A timeline: Trump’s tariffs
In this constantly updated article, OIC and SGI Europe contributors share the news on US President Trump’s tariffs impacting the industry
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Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes: A Growing Force in Global Footwear
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VF returns to growth as outdoor leads
VF returned to full-year growth in FY2026, with TNF, Timberland and Altra offsetting continued weakness at Vans.
Amer Sports raises guidance after strong Q1
Salomon softgoods, Arc’teryx and Wilson Tennis 360 powered a strong first quarter, prompting Amer Sports to raise its 2026 outlook.
GSI Outdoors returns to founder ownership
More than four years after selling the company to Pelican International, GSI Outdoors’ original founders have taken back ownership of the cookware and camp kitchen specialist.
Lowa opens new US headquarters in Salt Lake City
The German footwear specialist is strengthening its North American presence with a new US headquarters in Utah following record global sales in 2025.
Oberalp Group launches generational leadership transition
Oberalp Group is entering a major generational transition as founder Heiner Oberrauch hands the presidency of the South Tyrolean outdoor group to his daughter Ruth Oberrauch, while additional executive leadership changes are planned for later this year.
Atomic reshapes global leadership structure
Atomic has introduced a broad international leadership restructuring spanning EMEA, APAC and North America as the ski brand strengthens its omnichannel organization, specialty retail focus and regional market execution.
Latest Interview
Eric Bascle: ‘Quality is discipline and restraint’
The independent ski brand ZAG sharpens its strategy around precision, durability and disciplined growth in a fragmented market. The OIC spoke with CEO Eric Bascle.
Latest Short Stops
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Short Stops Week 21, 2026
+++ Stio is expanding its wholesale business by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the US and promoting Kevin Costigan to National Sales Manager of Wholesale as the company invests in broader specialty retail growth and market coverage
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