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ArticleEMPOCA: Connecting Black youth with nature and creating future leaders
After meeting Anthony Owosekun at the European Outdoor Summit 2023 (EOS) in Berlin, where he presented the non-profit organization he founded, it is a heartfelt matter for us to introduce him and his NGO to our readers who could not attend EOS last fall. Source: Jasmin Valcarcel / ...
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ArticleWorldly launches next generation of environmental impact assessments, Higg FEM 4.0
Worldly, in partnership with Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), has announced the launch of Higg Facility Environmental Module 4.0 (Higg FEM 4.0). To help companies address pressing climate issues and meet growing regulatory requirements, the environmental assessment is now aligned with global carbon frameworks. The new version features numerous design enhancements ...
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ArticleEOG members vote to join Race To Zero
Participation in a Race To Zero initiative by the end of 2024 will become a mandatory requirement for membership of the European Outdoor Group (EOG). In a process open to all members of EOG, 88 percent of those voting voted in favor of the proposals recommended by the EOG Board ...
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ArticleDevold works with software company Celsia to facilitate sustainability reporting
Due to the Corporate Sustainability Reportive Directive (CSRD), a new European directive on sustainability reporting, the outdoor wool clothing brand Devold of Norway started a collaboration with the Norwegian software company Celsia in early December to simplify its sustainability reporting and thus ensure the competitiveness of small and medium-sized companies. ...
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ArticleBuff intensifies sustainability commitment
Spanish company Buff, which celebrated its official entry into the B-Corp community in 2023, has made significant progress on its journey towards sustainability, which the company prioritizes in all its decisions. In the B Corp certification, Buff managed to achieve a score of 105.7, which is well above industry standards. ...
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ArticleKSR Group’s future is secured
Following the decision of the Krims District Court to lift the external administrative proceedings at the insolvent Austrian two-wheeler giant KSR Group GmbH, the path for a fresh start is now clear. The creditors’ meeting had previously approved the restructuring measures by a large majority. On Dec. 20, the restructuring ...
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ArticleEOCA grants funding to four new conservation projects
At the end of a selection process lasting almost six months, the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) has announced that €180,000 has been allocated to four new conservation projects in four different countries. In the fall funding round, non-profit organizations were able to apply to EOCA for funding of up ...
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ArticleEquip denies rumors about a possible sale of Rab
An announcement in late November that Matt Gowar was stepping down as CEO of Equip Outdoor Technologies UK Ltd has apparently caused some confusion in the media world. At the end of last week, rumors emerged in renowned media that the Rab brand was to be sold. Equip responded already ...
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ArticleChinese investment company buys Haglöfs
After the rumors were already in full swing at ISPO Munich in November, it has now been confirmed that the Swedish outdoor brand Haglöfs has a new owner: Hong Kong-based venture capital firm LionRock Capital acquired the brand from Japanese sports manufacturer Asics on Dec. 18, 2023. ”Throughout our ...
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ArticleEric Larsen launches Polar Academy 2024 BIPOC polar scholarship with Jack Wolfskin
US polar adventurer and expedition guide Eric Larsen and German outdoor company Jack Wolfskin have announced their first annual BIPOC Polar Scholarship. The scholarship will cover all expenses for six BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and Other People of Color) to attend Eric’s Level 1 polar course at Lake of the Woods ...
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ArticleOIA to co-publish Outdoors For All manifesto
The British Outdoor Industries Association (OIA) has announced the publication of the “Outdoors For All” manifesto, jointly produced by the OIA and 35 other national governing bodies and environmental organizations, including British Cycling, National Trails UK and BMC. The initiative is committed to increasing responsible access to ...
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ArticleCEO Revolution Race: “We want to be the most recommended outdoor brand in the world”
Things could hardly be going better for Swedish DTC outdoor brand Revolution Race: International expansion is progressing rapidly; sales are growing at a steady double-digit rate – and all this at a time when consumers are taking a closer look at what they spend their money on. CEO Paul Fischbein talks about the success story of his company.
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ArticleDistributor Elements introduces “impact discount”
Elements, the Belgian distributor of outdoor brands such as Patagonia, Klean Kanteen and Care Plus, is making efforts to be an inspiring example within the distribution sector in terms of corporate social responsibility: The Antwerp-based family business that recently received B Corp certification is taking a new step forward with ...
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ArticleBrose makes a convincing case for the remanufacture of e-bike drives
Re-pair, re-sale, re-cycle, re-furbishment and even re-manufacturing: The German e-bike drive supplier Brose Antriebstechnik makes it possible. During a visit to Brose E-Bike, the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) discussed re-manufacturing in detail with the Berlin-based e-bike drive manufacturer. Brose aims to set extremely demanding standards in the industry with ...
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ArticleTextile Exchange releases annual Materials Market Report and launches its Materials Directory
Materials standards body Textile Exchange has released the 10th edition of its annual “Materials Market Report,” a source for global fiber and materials production volumes. The data includes materials produced for the fashion, textile, and apparel industries and other sectors. According to the new report, global fiber ...
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ArticleSpinnova calls for incentives for and investment in circular fashion at COP28
Finnish biomaterials company Spinnova has emphasized the importance of climate action in the global fashion and textile industry in the context of COP28. The company justifies this because the fashion and apparel industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world. It is responsible for 4 percent ...
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ArticleAutomotive supplier SEG relies on BH for its e-bike motor debut
With SEG Automotive Germany GmbH, another leading automotive supplier is turning its attention to the bicycle segment. The first OEM customer of its e-bike motor, designed, developed and produced in Europe, is the Spanish bicycle manufacturer BH Bikes Europe S.L. The first BH e-bikes with SEG mid-mounted motors will be ...
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ArticleEOS 2024 in Cambridge to increase focus on business
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) has revealed the first details of plans for the 2024 edition of the European Outdoor Summit (EOS), which will be held from Sept. 18-19 in Cambridge in the UK, organized with the host national association the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA). EOG and OIA have committed ...
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ArticleSalomon Foundation expands commitment in Europe, USA and Mexico
Since 1999, the Salomon Foundation has supported the social and professional rehabilitation of more than 400 mountain athletes. Starting in 2023, the foundation will refocus and expand its role by supporting local organizations around the world that promote and facilitate access to the outdoors for those who may have previously ...
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ArticleJohnson Outdoors sees return to pre-pandemic order seasonality
Johnson Outdoors reported a Q4 operating loss of $22.6 million against a profit of $13.3 million for the three months ended Sep. 29, as three of the group’s operating segments generated lower year-over-year sales. The Q4 net loss was $16.0 million against a profit of $9.7 million as total sales ...
