All General Outdoor articles – Page 3
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ArticleOIA strengthens leadership team with five appointments
The US outdoor trade association has strengthened its team with appointments spanning government affairs, communications, operations, sustainability and marketing.
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ArticleBetter Cotton partners with Avalo on AI-assisted cotton breeding
The partnership aims to accelerate the development of locally adapted cotton varieties requiring fewer inputs while supporting growers facing heat and water constraints.
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News briefsKendal Mountain Festival adds new speakers and events for 2026
The November gathering is adding prominent climbers, adventurers and cultural events to a program expected to attract more than 25,000 outdoor enthusiasts.
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News briefsLenzing shareholders approve €300 million capital increase
The Austrian fiber producer is strengthening its balance sheet to support a strategic shift that prioritizes nonwovens while resetting its textiles business.
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News briefsOroro expands heated gear range to pets
The heated apparel specialist is expanding beyond its original dog vest with four battery-powered products designed for indoor and outdoor use.
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ArticleNorda and Black Diamond launch long-term alpine running partnership
The two mountain brands have entered a long-term partnership, starting with an integrated footwear, apparel and equipment collection for technical alpine running.
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News briefsDometic bundles portable gear for longer days outdoors
The Swedish outdoor-tech company is promoting a three-product “Golden Hour Kit” combining portable lighting, power and insulated storage for hikers.
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ArticleOutdoor brands power Anta Sports’ H1 growth
Specialist brands significantly outpaced the group, with premium outdoor categories driving growth and a major brand revitalization starting in H2.
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News briefsVaude opens first brand store in Switzerland
The German outdoor brand is extending its franchise concept internationally with a 160-square-meter store operated by an experienced local retail team.
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News briefsIcebug expands waterproof footwear range for fall
The Swedish footwear brand is adding the new Hede NT alongside updated waterproof models for running, hiking and everyday use.
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News briefsOlin and Huntsman shareholders approve merger of equals
Shareholders have overwhelmingly backed the proposed all-stock combination, clearing another hurdle toward creating the new OlinHuntsman Corporation.
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News briefsFjällräven threatens legal action over Sweden Democrats campaign font
The Swedish outdoor brand has called on the Sweden Democrats to change campaign typography it considers too similar to its own visual identity.
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News briefsBluesign tightens PFAS restrictions in 2026 chemical standards
The updated chemical reference lists introduce stricter PFAS controls and testing guidance as brands and suppliers face increasingly fragmented regulation.
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News briefsSCI Fund launches framework to standardize safer chemistry metrics
The open-architecture framework provides standardized metrics for measuring chemical hazards and tracking progress toward safer alternatives.
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News briefsEmerald and Questex unite under new Forge parent brand
Following their acquisition by Apollo-managed funds, Emerald and Questex are combining under a new corporate parent focused on year-round B2B engagement.
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News briefsBetter Cotton Initiative launches Physical Cotton sourcing toolkits
New practical guides help brands, retailers, buyers and suppliers prepare for sourcing Physical, or Traceable, BCI Cotton.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer’s Minneapolis reset puts emerging brands and buyers back at center
After years of uncertainty around the show’s direction, its Minneapolis debut delivered stronger buyer activity, more emerging brands and a new approach to measuring value.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer’s Lindsay Hubley: ‘We earned some of that belief back’
After Outdoor Retailer’s Minneapolis debut exceeded key targets, Lindsay Hubley discusses the show’s reset, emerging brands, buyer quality and plans for 2027.
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News briefsOnline Brands Nordic CEO Magnus Skoglund to step down
The executive will remain in charge during a transition period as the Nordic e-commerce group begins the search for his successor.
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News briefsThruDark expands women’s outdoor range with Oryon hiking collection
The British performance brand is expanding beyond its male-focused roots with a dedicated women’s hiking collection for summer 2026.
