All General Outdoor articles – Page 4
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ArticleTrusTrace report exposes supply chain data gaps
New research finds that 21 percent of surveyed US-selling brands have faced shipment detentions, while raw material traceability remains limited.
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ArticleBetter Cotton Initiative acquires Co:Farm
The acquisition of an AI-powered farming platform aims to improve agricultural data collection and support regenerative practices among 1.3 million farmers.
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News briefsTersus Solutions appoints Matt Williams COO
The US textile cleaning and recommerce specialist has appointed an outdoor industry executive with experience at Raide, Topo Designs and Exxel Outdoors.
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ArticleIntersport Austria reports 6% sales growth
Revenue rose to €690 million in FY2025/26, driven by winter sports, cycling and e-commerce, while the group expanded into new European markets.
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News briefsOn and Loewe unveil two new footwear styles
The Swiss sportswear brand and Spanish luxury house introduce two footwear models and a technical apparel collection for Fall/Winter 2026.
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ArticleUS outdoor sales volumes fall in Q2 2026
US outdoor retail revenue remained nearly flat in Q2 2026, but declining unit sales and rising prices point to weakening consumer demand.
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News briefsREI allocates $1m to US trails
A $1 million donation will support US national trails, with public voting determining how $500,000 is allocated across three priorities.
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ArticleESA-backed project tests cotton traceability
A UK-led feasibility study combines satellite imagery, DNA testing and field data to assess cotton traceability and environmental practices.
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ArticleISO and UNDP launch first SDG standard
A new international standard provides organizations with a framework for integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals into business operations.
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ArticleSyre promotes Tim King to CEO
The Swedish textile recycling company has appointed its former COO to succeed Dennis Nobelius as it prepares to scale circular polyester production.
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ArticleBetter Cotton Initiative transitions to regenerative cotton standard system
The cotton sustainability organization has strengthened its farming requirements, impact measurement and traceability to support regenerative sourcing.
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ArticleISPO prepares Amsterdam debut with AI sourcing and hosted buyer program
Organizers outline plans for hosted buyers, AI-powered sourcing and sustainability initiatives ahead of ISPO’s Amsterdam debut.
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ArticleNiber Technologies launches Nuspun ingredient brand for PFAS-free performance membranes
The Singapore-based materials specialist introduces three membrane platforms as it moves from OEM manufacturing toward ingredient branding.
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ArticleOIA Catalyst Conference to address sustainability challenges facing outdoor industry
The Oct. 26 event in Portland will address climate targets, textile regulations, circularity and the business case for sustainability.
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OpinionChina: A threat to our main textile supply chain
Charles Ross sees China’s textile recycling advances as a potential challenge to the Western outdoor supply chain.
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News briefsEverDye secures ZDHC certification and CEMATEX startup grant
The French textile technology startup has received two industry recognitions as it works to scale its lower-impact dyeing process.
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News briefsUnifi introduces Cofira yarn and Resist2O Pro water-resistant technology
The Repreve manufacturer introduces two textile technologies combining performance characteristics with versatility across multiple applications.
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ArticleReHubs appoints Béatrice Moureaux as CEO
The European textile recycling alliance has appointed a new CEO as it works to overcome barriers to industrial-scale textile-to-textile recycling.
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ArticleISPO Impact Foundation receives 495 grant applications worth €18.7m
Applications from 75 countries seek €18.7 million in funding, significantly exceeding the foundation’s initial €1 million budget.
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ArticleFashion for Good launches project to accelerate recycled cotton adoption
A new industry initiative will test recycled cotton yarns and fabrics to identify opportunities for increasing recycled content without compromising quality.
