General Outdoor – Page 15
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News briefs
Sport 2000 expands new retail format with two new store openings
Two German retailers unveil updated store formats, combining modern design, in-store expertise and new service zones to elevate the shopping experience.
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Thermore and Contrado unveil joint Earth Day jacket
Thermore and Contrado celebrate Earth Day with a striking puffer jacket that blends recycled insulation and art to highlight environmental awareness.
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Grassroots Connect sees increase in buyer numbers despite stable overall attendance
With buyers up 6%, Grassroots Connect Spring 2025 promises strategic insight, new brands and hands-on learning for specialty outdoor retailers.
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Thule to lay off 22 employees at its Colorado plant
The Swedish company is reportedly closing its Longmont facility and laying off over half its staff, just ahead of its upcoming earnings report.
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Buff plants trees for Earth Day as part of ‘1% for the Planet’ commitment
The Spanish brand celebrated Earth Day by planting trees and reducing wildfire risk in a forest in its homeland.
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Article
Cotopaxi’s 2024 Impact Report highlights sustainability, circular economy and humanitarian commitment
The Salt Lake City-based B Corp’s 2024 Impact Report reveals bold strides in sustainability, circularity and human rights, reinforcing the brand’s mission-driven ethos.
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Article
Canadian textile manager moves to take over retailer MEC
A potential Canadian buyer emerges for Mountain Equipment Company, aiming to revive the iconic outdoor retailer amid financial and ownership shifts.
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Article
Finisterre launches a recycled neoprene mat designed in line with circular economy principles
UK cold-water surf and outdoor brand Finisterre’s new changing mat made from recycled wetsuits shows how circular design can transform ocean waste into durable surf essentials.
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News briefs
Arc’teryx sets up footwear business unit to drive growth
The Canadian outdoor brand has formed a dedicated footwear business unit to accelerate innovation, growth and leadership in the global mountain footwear market.
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Kathmandu becomes official apparel partner of the New Zealand Team
The outdoor brand will create New Zealand’s next Olympic kits.
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Lenzing appoints new Supervisory Board Chair and members
Lenzing AG has refreshed its Supervisory Board leadership and reaffirms ESG-focused strategy during its 81st Annual General Meeting.
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Patagonia opens store in historic Casa Frey in Argentina
Patagonia turns an explorer’s home in Bariloche into its newest store, blending retail with restoration, community events and conservation.
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Etsy urges US consumers to buy local products in light of rising tariffs
As new tariffs take effect, Etsy urges US buyers to shop local and helps sellers navigate rising costs, changing rules, and global uncertainty.
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Article
IOC applauds UN declaration affirming role of sport in gender equality
A UN declaration highlights sport’s transformative role in promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls globally, which the IOC officially welcomes.
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News briefs
OSV and POW launch joint project to rethink sports sponsorship
A new French initiative aims to flip the script on athlete sponsorships, aligning brand partnerships with environmental impact and climate action.
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Opinion
Functional Fabric Fair, Portland: Does anybody understand tariffs over here…?
Caught between chaotic tariff policies and climate urgency, Charles Ross finds the US outdoor industry bracing for impact – and leaning into collaboration.
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News briefs
Kane Footwear presents Earth Month collaboration with 1% for the Planet
The Connecticut-based footwear brand deepens its commitment to sustainability with a limited-edition Earth Month recovery shoe benefiting 1% for the Planet.
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Bangladesh restricts yarn imports from India by land
Bangladesh halts Indian yarn imports via land ports, raising logistics costs and disrupting trade; India exported $1.6bn in cotton yarn in 2024.
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EuRIC event stresses need for systemic change to achieve textiles circularity
EuRIC’s manifesto, outlined at the event, contains a series of recommendations for achieving textile circularity by 2030.
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Evoc deepens sustainability commitment with Patron CleanUP Tour
The German brand strengthens its environmental efforts through a hands-on partnership with Patron e.V. for the CleanUP Tour 2025, including a new bikepacking event.