All General Outdoor articles – Page 48
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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
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OpinionFFF for fashionistas: Stretching beyond sports & outdoor
Expert contributor Charles Ross reports from New York’s Functional Fabric Fair, where recycling, certifications and Day 0 talks bridged outdoor and fashion.
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News briefsSwedish sports retail sees second quarter growth
Sport retailers in Sweden saw sales rise again in Q2 2025, driven by strong e-commerce performance and continued demand for running shoes.
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News briefsMoncler sees H1 earnings decline on weak tourism
The Italian luxury outerwear group reports lower profits and regional softness due to reduced tourist traffic in Europe and Japan.
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News briefsAMG Group appoints new sales director
Vango’s UK-based outdoor brand distributor brings on a seasoned industry expert to lead sales strategy and drive global expansion.
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News briefsBackcountry adds Level Nine Sports to brand portfolio
A specialty retailer in Utah joins forces with Backcountry.com to boost e-commerce reach and support value-driven consumers.
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ArticleFrance boosts textile recycling funding
The country addresses the impending collapse of its textile recycling system with a multimillion-euro rescue plan and revised subsidy levels.
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ArticleUK and India sign landmark free trade agreement
A major trade pact between the UK and India reduces tariffs and opens markets, potentially reshaping sourcing and sales for brands.
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News briefsOroro launches ZenFlow cooling jacket
A US-based heated apparel brand enters the cooling wear market with a new fan-powered jacket debuting July 31.
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ArticleVaude cuts emissions 40% while growing revenue
The German outdoor brand reports significant climate progress, reducing global emissions by 40 percent since 2019 while increasing revenue by 27 percent.
