All General Outdoor articles – Page 29
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ArticleColumbia cuts energy use, reaches 375,000 workers in 2024
The US outdoor group outlines key environmental and social milestones across its four core brands in its latest sustainability report.
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ArticleVF Corp aims for further sales growth at TNF, Timberland
Stronger sales at The North Face and Timberland help beat expectations, narrowing the group’s Q1 loss and raising hopes for a turnaround.
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ArticleGarmin raises 2025 outlook after strong Q2
The Swiss-American company saw double-digit growth across all business segments and raised its full-year forecast.
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News briefsTurtle Fur appoints new CEO
The US outdoor accessories brand strengthens its leadership as it expands beyond winterwear into year-round lifestyle offerings.
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ArticleOutdoor sales surge at Rocky Brands
The US footwear maker reports strong Q2 growth and upgrades its outlook as outdoor brands like Xtratuf and Muck gain momentum.
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ArticleKontoor expands leadership team
US-based apparel group Kontoor Brands has restructured its executive team following its recent $900 million acquisition of Norwegian outdoor brand Helly Hansen.
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News briefsAmbercycle secures investment from Goldwin-backed fund
The Goldwin Play Earth Fund backs the Los Angeles materials startup bringing regenerated polyester to Japan’s technical apparel market.
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News briefsGarmin acquires Dutch sports timing company MyLaps
The GPS and wearables specialist expands into race timing and event management by acquiring a leading Dutch performance tracking firm.
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News briefsDecathlon joins FESI to support EU sustainability goals
The global sports retailer expands its policy engagement by joining the key European industry association focused on sustainability and regulation.
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ArticleSporting goods industry targets global inactivity
A new global report warns of rising physical inactivity and highlights how the sports sector aims to drive inclusive movement worldwide.
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Research & ReportsExclusive data: How Chinese consumers shop for outdoor apparel online
Explore key insights from the 2024–25 China Outdoor Apparel: 2024–25 Ecomm Report, including platform shifts, premiumisation trends and brand strategies from Nike, Anta and Hoka.
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ArticleCarbon emissions from global fashion on the rise
A US-based climate nonprofit reports that global apparel sector emissions rose for the first time since 2019.
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News briefsRab Lab Academy: Global training platform for retailers
The outdoor brand introduces a new learning system to boost product knowledge and sales skills among global retail partners.
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ArticleOberalp targets net-zero with circular design strategy
The Italy-based mountain sports group outlines its circular roadmap to carbon neutrality, placing product design and durability at the center.
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News briefsMerrell appoints ex-Zappos exec to drive lifestyle sales
The US footwear brand expands its lifestyle strategy with a senior hire from a leading online retailer.
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News briefsCoats completes acquisition of OrthoLite
The UK-based industrial thread and footwear component supplier finalizes its purchase of the US insole manufacturer to strengthen its global footwear business.
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News briefsKMD Brands appoints Carla Webb-Sear as Group CFO
The Australia-listed outdoor group strengthens its leadership with a seasoned finance executive from the travel and media sectors.
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News briefsColumbia Sportswear sues Columbia University over name use
A US outdoor gear company is taking legal action against the Ivy League university over alleged misuse of a shared name on apparel.
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News briefsAmazon pauses global Google shopping ads
The online giant has temporarily exited global Google Shopping ads, shifting the dynamics for advertisers across key international markets.
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ArticleA 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
