All General Outdoor articles – Page 167
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News briefsVersion 3.0 of the ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List published
The ZDHC Foundation has published the latest update of its Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL). The MRSL version 3.0 is now visible on the Roadmap to Zero website, along with the updated versions of the ZDHC MRSL Conformance Guidance (version 2.0), ZDHC MRSL Update Principle and Procedures (version 3.0) and ...
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News briefsOberalp tackles its brand’s relevance for the Gen Z
The annual Oberalp virtual summit, just held in Zurich, Switzerland, had a special theme: “The Gen Z mountains – how the next generation is changing the outdoor industry.” In a virtual and physical meeting, several speakers, activists and Gen Z outdoor enthusiasts gathered to discuss the issues that move the ...
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ArticleRugged outdoor footwear market rebounds in 2021
After a disappointing 2020, impacted adversely by the global pandemic, the global branded outdoor shoe market returned to growth last year. Worldwide rugged outdoor footwear sales climbed 28 percent higher to $6,756 million in U.S. dollars in 2021, based on research conducted by the Outdoor Industry Compass in partnership with Sporting Goods Intelligence.
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News briefsHologenix and Unifi partner on “Celliant with Repreve” performance fiber
Materials science firm Hologenix, the creators of Celliant, has teamed up with Unifi, a global producer of recycled and synthetic yarns and the maker of recycled performance fiber Repreve, to develop Celliant with Repreve. The new performance fiber combines the infrared (IR) properties of Celliant infrared technology with the sustainable ...
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News briefsOutdoor recreation sales slip at Newell Brands
Newell Brands, the parent of CampingGaz, Coleman, Marmot, and Ex-Officio, has reported a 26.0 percent decline in its outdoor & recreation segment sales to $289 million from $391 million for the period ended Sept. 30. An 18.4-percent drop in core sales, unfavorable foreign exchange and exits from certain low-margin categories ...
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ArticleOrtlieb and Driver Berlin cooperate on upcycling
Source: Ortlieb Scrap material is generated during production at Ortlieb, which the company is now handing over to Fahrer Berlin for upcycling. Both the German pioneer of waterproof outdoor and bicycle bags and backpacks Ortlieb Sportartikel GmbH and the comparatively young bicycle accessories brand Fahrer Berlin GmbH ...
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ArticleSlumping bike product sales cause double-digit sales decline at Thule Group in Q3
More expensive raw materials, higher freight costs, unfavorable exchange rates, etc. – initially, Thule Group AB was still somehow able to offset the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine with price increases and efficiency measures. But even then, the Swedish company explicitly referred to the unstable market situation in ...
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News briefsRVRC appoints COO
Source: LinkedIn Hanna Blixt RevolutionRace (RVRC) has appointed Hanna Blixt as chief operating officer, effective Nov. 1, 2022, a newly created position on the management team with responsibilities including logistics, customer service and human resources. Blixt served previously as the company’s business development and insight director and ...
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News briefsDidriksons opens Brand Studio
Source: Didriksons Didriksons Brand Studio in Borås, Sweden To increase brand awareness and position itself as “The Swedish Jacket Brand,” Didriksons is now opening its own Brand Studio. The studio is located in the center of Borås and consists of a showroom, offices, auditoriums and a photo ...
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News briefsNoble Biomaterials enters the bio-based anti-odor treatment market
Source: Noble Biomaterials With Salomon named as one of the launch partners, U.S. company Noble Biomaterials is bringing its new Ionic+ Botanical antimicrobial and anti-odor treatment for fabrics to market, targeting the sports and outdoor as well as the home fashions markets. Other than the company’s existing ...
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ArticleVF Corp. adapting to softer consumer environment, drops FY outlook
VF Corp is maintaining its full-year revenue growth guidance of 5-6 percent, citing its balanced portfolio and a building recovery in China as two examples, but has lowered expectations on some key financial metrics due to currency headwinds, higher inventory levels and a more promotional environment. The North Face parent ...
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ArticleThe Big Gear Show moves to Denver, includes consumer days
Source: BGS The switcheroo game between Utah and Colorado and its outdoor trade shows continues. The organizers of The Big Gear Show (BGS), the exclusive hardware trade show launched in 2020, and the new e-bike trade show (e)revolution plan to hold them simultaneously on June 8-11 at ...
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ArticleNorrøna x Ulysse Nardin’s exclusive product combo with environmental message
Source: Norrøna Norrøna’s arctic Gore-Tex Pro Ulysse Nardin Edition jacket Norwegian outdoor specialist Norrøna has launched a collaboration with Swiss luxury watch brand Ulysse Nardin. The exclusive collaboration centers on the Norrøna arctic Gore-Tex Pro Ulysse Nardin Edition jacket and the Ulysse Nardin Diver Norrøna Arctic Night ...
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ArticleRegatta Group strengthens leadership team
U.K.-based Regatta Group, the parent company of the Regatta, Craghoppers and Dare2b brands, has announced two new senior leadership positions. Dr. Orla Flynn started her role as the new chief operating officer in October, replacing longtime employee David Holt, who will retire next summer and no longer serve on the ...
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News briefsMoncler tops sustainability ranking of textile, apparel and luxury goods industry
For the fourth year in a row, Moncler has ranked at the top of the “Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods” sector, according to the 2022 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company, which has just turned 70, obtained the highest score (90/100). The S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) is ...
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News briefsSave the Duck opens first U.S. flagship
Save the Duck, the Milan-based firm known for outerwear made exclusively with animal-free and “cruelty-free” materials, has opened its first flagship store in the U.S. Located in New York’s lower Broadway, the 140-square-meter store features a giant orange duck brand mascot. Save the Duck was already sold in the U.S. ...
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News briefsIsbjörn continues sustainability promise: New collection with PrimaLoft’s Ocean Bound plastic insulation
Source: Isbjörn of Sweden Isbjörn Sealion with PrimaLoft Insulation with Ocean Bound plastic Swedish outdoor children’s brand Isbjörn of Sweden continues its ambitious sustainability pledge and partnership with Primaloft for Fall/Winter 2023 with a new collection of padded products using PrimaLoft’s new insulation with Ocean Bound plastic. ...
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News briefsPertex and Cycora join forces for circular woven performance fabrics
The U.K. fabrics supplier Pertex and the Cycora division of Ambercycle, Inc. (a U.S. material science company) have announced a new cooperation for the joint development of fully circular, woven fabrics using end-of-life textile waste. Cycora is the first branded fiber solution developed by Ambercycle. The company’s ecosystem enables the ...
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ArticleTwo-thirds of Odlo’s products now made from recycled or natural fibers
Just in time for Global Sustainability Day on Oct. 25, Odlo announced that it has reached another sustainability milestone: 66 percent of its total production is now made from recycled or natural fibers. This represents a further 15 percent increase year-on-year. In recent years, Odlo says its use of ...
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News briefsNorrøna opens permanent store at Switzerland's Landquart Outlet
On Nov. 11, 2022, the Norrøna store will reopen its doors at the Landquart Fashion Outlet in Switzerland. After several years of a pop-up concept, the decision is now made after great success to a more long-term project of at least five years in the outlet. As a focal point ...
