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Kontoor sells Lee to Authentic in portfolio reset
Sport 2000 renews supervisory board leadership
Oberalp Group launches generational leadership transition
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Alchemie claims major water savings in dyeing
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance reveals 2026 award nominees
Alpkit enters footwear market after restructuring
Authentic reshapes leadership for next growth phase
Oura confidentially files for IPO amid wearable boom
GoPro launches new Mission 1 camera platform
Outdoor brands spotlight volunteering and community action
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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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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
Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes is playing a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of China’s modern footwear industry. Now they are looking for a footwear manufacturer to invest in.
Deckers hits record sales as Hoka grows
Hoka remained Deckers’ main outdoor growth driver in FY2026, while Teva stayed within a smaller “Other brands” portfolio that declined sharply.
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.
Kontoor sells Lee to Authentic in portfolio reset
Kontoor Brands is selling Lee to Authentic Brands Group in a deal worth up to $1bn, sharpening its focus on Wrangler and Helly Hansen as the company shifts toward higher-growth outdoor, workwear and lifestyle categories.
Lycra exits Chapter 11 after major debt reduction
The Lycra Company emerges from Chapter 11 protection with more than $1.2bn in debt eliminated and a reshaped leadership structure aimed at stabilizing the fiber specialist for long-term growth.
Authentic reshapes leadership for next growth phase
Authentic Brands Group has promoted former Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox to President and CEO, while founder Jamie Salter transitions to Executive Chairman as the company prepares for its next stage of global expansion and acquisition-driven growth.
Sport 2000 renews supervisory board leadership
Sport 2000 Group International has appointed outdoor industry veteran Martin Kössler as Chair and retail transformation specialist Chantal Dubbert as Deputy Chair as the retail network sharpens its international growth and specialist retail strategy.
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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.
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Short Stops Week 22, 2026
+++ The Running Event (TRE) is entering its 20th anniversary edition with strong momentum, already securing 274 exhibitors – including first-time participants such as Fabletics and Huckberry – as the run specialty industry continues expanding across performance, lifestyle and retail channels +++
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