General Outdoor – Page 13
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Vinted reports strong 2024 growth, hits €5bn valuation
The European secondhand marketplace posts strong 2024 results, supported by expansion efforts and changing global trade dynamics favoring used goods.
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Thule Group’s new products fuel Q1 sales growth
The Swedish outdoor and mobility gear specialist focuses on niche growth and product innovation after reporting mixed Q1 results across key markets.
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Italian firm Crazy launches new urban outdoor brand Avista
Avista integrates Italian tailoring and artisanal elements into outdoor clothing.
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Opinion
Responsible textile production: What will the future cost?
Alexa Dehmel reflects on how the price of sustainable materials will evolve over the next decade.
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OpenAI expands ChatGPT with shopping tools
The US-based AI company has introduced shopping features to its chatbot, aiming to enhance product searches with AI-generated recommendations.
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Lowa reports strong results for 2024, plans expansion
The German outdoor footwear manufacturer posted its second-best financial year in 2024, driven by growth in kids, winter and trail running segments.
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Sea to Summit strengthens leadership in North America
The Australian outdoor gear company names new leaders to guide its North American growth, appointing Chris Sword and Aaron Baker to key roles.
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Reju expands circular textiles program through new partnerships
The French textile regeneration company partners with Utexa and Antex to validate and scale circular polyester yarns for regional production.
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Odlo kicks off new collab with POW Switzerland
The Swiss outdoor apparel brand teams up with POW Switzerland and photographer Filip Zuan for a limited collection promoting climate action.
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Reima Group welcomes new majority owners
The Finnish brand enters a new phase of international growth as industry veterans Elina Björklund, Anders Ullstrand and Jonas Meerits take majority ownership.
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News briefs
Pinewood appoints new CEO
Andreas Esbjörnsson comes from Jaktia and will take up his new position as CEO of the Swedish brand after the summer.
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Opinion
The days of abundant rPET feedstock are over: What is the alternative?
OIC columnist Charles Ross explains why outdoor brands must rethink material sourcing now, as the era of easy rPET feedstock rapidly ends.
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Sport 2000 study reveals sports e-commerce gaps
Sport 2000 Germany’s new study reveals the challenges in e-commerce in the sporting goods sector, taking a closer look at topics such as SEO and social media, post-purchase experiences and returns.
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News briefs
Cotopaxi names Canadian distributor
The Salt Lake City-based brand expands into Canada by partnering with In-Sport Fashions from Montréal as its exclusive distributor.
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Alphabet Q1 results highlight ad and retail strength
The Google parent reports strong Q1 2025 growth driven by YouTube ad revenue and Google Search, while online commerce and digital engagement remain key pillars.
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Archroma takes home two 2025 sustainability awards
The Swiss specialty chemicals provider has earned global recognition for its sustainable water repellent and circular water use at the 2025 Just Style Excellence Awards.
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Syre plans textile recycling plant in Vietnam
The textile recycling company takes a major step toward global textile recycling with plans for a Gigascale plant in Vietnam, backed by strong local and government support.
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Reima reduces emissions and grows sustainably in 2024
The Finnish activewear brand for kids’ 2024 sustainability results show major emissions cuts, expanded use of recycled materials and strong growth in international markets.
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Frosts rebrands as Morakniv for unified identity
After 134 years, Frosts knives will adopt the Morakniv name, unifying the Swedish brand while maintaining its renowned quality and production standards.
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Haelixa with new brand identity
The Swiss traceability specialist introduces a bold new identity and website, signaling its evolution into a global leader in DNA-based supply chain traceability.