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Kontoor completes sale of Lee to Authentic
Oberalp takes over Elan distribution in DACH, Italy
The transformation of trade shows: ISPO’s expansion plans
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Outnorth lifts Ebit 43% despite flat sales
Kontoor completes sale of Lee to Authentic
Scarpa North America names fourth SAMI cohort
On and Sky High Goods expand workwear collaboration
Vivobarefoot opens first US store in New York
Dow launches fluoro-alternative textile repellent
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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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Trade Shows & Events
Maine launches new Northeast Snow Show
The inaugural First Tracks event will bring more than 55 exhibitors, winter sports programming and an outdoor film festival to Portland, Maine.
Outnorth lifts Ebit 43% despite flat sales
The Nordic outdoor retailer held sales above SEK 1.14 billion while improving margins, cash flow and Ebit, helped partly by AI initiatives.
Unifi cuts losses despite 5.7% sales decline
Stronger gross margins and positive cash flow helped the recycled fiber manufacturer narrow its losses, while a property sale reduced debt.
Kontoor completes sale of Lee to Authentic
The completed Lee sale leaves Kontoor focused on Wrangler and newly acquired Helly Hansen, increasing the importance of outdoor within its portfolio.
KMD Brands enters exclusive talks with Bluestar
The US brand management group is conducting due diligence on a potential acquisition of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz.
X Games appoints Paul Asencio as CRO
The appointment follows record growth for the new team-based X Games League, with rising TV audiences and international expansion.
Kari Traa strengthens Central European marketing
The Norwegian women’s outdoor brand has expanded its regional team with a new marketing coordinator based in Germany.
Latest Interview
From industry to government: Leon Korošec on European competitiveness and innovation
The fomer Elan executive discusses Europe’s industrial competitiveness and innovation, as well as his transition from business to government.
Latest Short Stops
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Short Stops Week 45, 2026
+++ Authentic Brands Group, owner of several outdoor brands including Eddie Bauer, Hunter and Spyder, has appointed Victor Fonseca as SVP, Head of Brazil, to expand its existing and new brands in the market
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