All General Outdoor articles
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ArticleThe smart textiles market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.2% by 2030, according to new study
Sport is among the sectors driving increasing demand for smart textiles.
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ArticleAmer Sports lifts outlook on Q2
Amer Sports reported softer Q2 earnings, with growth at Arc’teryx and Salomon contrasting weaker results in other segments.
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ArticleMatt Thwaites: “The midsole was the last big hurdle”
Matt Thwaites, Commercial Director of Cirql, explains why the midsole has long been the missing piece in building fully compostable shoes, how Cirql aims to scale its innovation to millions of pairs annually and why industry collaboration will be crucial in achieving a net-zero future for footwear.
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News briefsSalomon opens first Sydney flagship store
The French outdoor apparel company expands in Australia with a new flagship retail location in Sydney’s CBD.
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News briefsSalomon opens first Chicago store
The outdoor brand is expanding its US retail presence with a new Chicago location offering gear and community space.
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News briefsDeuter launches limited UP Stockholm edition
The limited backpack edition is made from surplus materials and designed for students and young professionals.
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News briefsWhitby & Co to distribute BrüMate in UK
The British distributor adds the fast-growing US drinkware brand to its portfolio, introducing leakproof tumblers and mugs to the UK market.
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News briefsNuremberg museum hosts textile futures exhibition
A German museum presents new research on biobased textiles, highlighting alternatives to fossil-based fibers and circular approaches to fashion.
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News briefsAlpkit reports major sustainability milestones in 2025
The UK outdoor brand has published its latest sustainability report, highlighting reduced emissions, supply chain progress and stronger community impact.
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News briefsVermont launches outdoor economy event series
The US state known for recreation is beginning a five-part series to support its multibillion-dollar outdoor economy with innovation-focused events.
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News briefsAlibaba launches AI agent for global trade
The Chinese e-commerce giant has introduced an AI tool designed to automate much of the sourcing process for small and mid-sized businesses.
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News briefsSports & leisure earnings fall at New Wave
The Swedish sports and leisure group behind brands such as Craft and Tenson reported weaker Q2 profits despite some sales resilience.
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News briefsTeva and Sean Wotherspoon launch retro-inspired collection
The outdoor footwear and the designer team up to revive archival styles with bold colors and multi-terrain functionality.
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ArticleUS outdoor recreation participation remains high
A new OIA report shows US outdoor participation at record levels, with shifts toward local, low-cost activities amid ongoing economic pressures.
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ArticleWolverine Worldwide forms inaugural junior board
A footwear and apparel group launches a new advisory body to give early-career employees a stronger voice in shaping company culture.
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ArticleUS apparel and footwear sector welcomes tariff pause
A leading US trade group reacts to the 90-day extension of reduced tariffs on Chinese imports, warning that rates remain high and unpredictable.
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News briefsClaros secures $10m to expand PFAS destruction tech
The Minnesota environmental technology company has secured $10m to accelerate the development of PFAS destruction systems, potentially impacting outdoor and apparel supply chains.
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News briefsDb launches 'Lost and Found' trade-in program in EU and Norway
The Scandinavian travel brand launches EU and Norway trade-in program, giving pre-owned gear a second life through an integrated resale platform.
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ArticleSamsonite sees lower sales, Gregory brand grows
Soft travel demand weighed on results for the world’s largest luggage maker, while outdoor brand Gregory posted double-digit growth.
