All ISPO Munich articles
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ArticleThe Russian outdoor goods industry is preparing to replace imports
Russian players in the outdoor goods market believe the mass exodus of Western brands from the country provided local industry ample growth opportunities. Although exports no longer seem to be in the cards and manufacturers complain about inconsistent state support policy, the potential to plug the gap in the internal ...
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OpinionAn open letter from Mark Held on the future of outdoor trade shows
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) asked Mark Held, its co-founder and former President, for his take on the situation regarding trade shows as a whole. In response, Mark wrote an open letter to the industry from his own perspective.
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OpinionRecap: The British Snowsports trade show Slide/OTS Winter
Telford hosted the British Snowsports trade show Slide/OTS Winter again, but this time with MCS (who provide the back-office services for the Outdoor Industries Association) in the organizer role. Imagine a smaller version of ISPO – but with the snow, brands included and a lower price for being there. A ...
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News briefs30 years on, Ternua bets on sustainability
For 2024, Ternua Group expects “slight growth but greater profitability,” according to Marketing Director Imanol Muñoz, who spoke at ISPO Munich with Diffusion Sport. He said it was a slow trade show, lamenting the “absence of French, Italian and Spanish clients.” The brand’s 22 foreign markets account for 33 percent ...
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ArticleISPO Munich 2023: Back with lots of Zeitgeist (and more)
Our editors sum up the biggest themes, most important numbers, trends and pinch points on show at ISPO Munich 2023.
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News briefsArchroma supports ISPO Academy Masterclass to inspire future sportswear designers
Archroma, the Swiss provider of specialty chemicals, is again partnering with ISPO Academy to inspire promising young design talents in a four-day Masterclass held alongside ISPO Munich 2023 to explore this year’s theme, “Circularity – Create | Adapt | Revive.” Conceived as a bridge between education and industry, the ISPO ...
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ArticleVaude presents the world’s first fleece jacket made from wood-based polyester
Source: Vaude Women’s Fleece Jacket made from wood-based polyester, to be presented at ISPO Munich The world’s first fleece jacket made from wood-based polyester will be presented by German biochemicals company UPM Biochemicals and German outdoor equipment supplier Vaude at the upcoming ISPO Munich. The two partners ...
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News briefsEOCA has a packed agenda for ISPO Munich 2023
The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is offering a number of events at next week’s ISPO Munich 2023. Once again, the EOCA stand (A2/220) will be holding a conservation fundraiser, selling many items at low prices, as donated by EOCA members. The fundraiser also includes a special offer from ISM, ...
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SponsoredISPO Munich 2023: Make the most of your visit
It’s the versatile program and the many opportunities to meet players from the industry that make ISPO Munich so special. We share what we’re most looking forward to.
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SponsoredISPO Munich 2023: 7 extraordinary speakers you can’t miss
ISPO Munich has put together an impressive line-up of speakers. We present our top pick of 7 speakers you shouldn’t miss.
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ArticleMore candidates for the French Outdoor Awards 2024
The French Outdoor Awards (FOA) have unveiled the ten product innovations that have been selected in the second phase of the final selection process for the awards ceremony in January 2024. In total, the jury can now choose between 22 outdoor products that have been designed or developed in France ...
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News briefsItalian Outdoor Village at ISPO Munich 2023
The Italian Outdoor Group (IOG), part of Italy’s sporting goods industry body Assosport, has announced the names of the 14 companies that will showcase their products at the Italian Outdoor Village in Munich on Nov. 28-30, on the occasion of the upcoming edition of ISPO Munich. The Italian companies at ...
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ArticleArc’teryx announces partnership with Aluula Composites
Arc’teryx Equipment is partnering with composite materials manufacturer Aluula Composites to further develop Arc’teryx’s product offering using new and innovative ultra-lightweight fabrics. The two Canadian brands, based in North Vancouver and Victoria, BC, respectively, are committed to developing high-performance products for outdoor athletes and are culturally very similar. The Arc’teryx ...
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SponsoredLena Haushofer on ISPO Munich 2023: “We want to increase the festival character”
ISPO Munich 2023: Get ready for an enhanced festival experience! Lena Haushofer, Exhibition Director, shares insights on the upcoming trade fair’s exciting new features.
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SponsoredThe Sustainability Hub at ISPO Munich is growing and delivering new perspectives
From designing for circularity to engaging with conscious users, here’s what you can expect to find at the Sustainability Hub at ISPO Munich 2023.
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SponsoredSympatex closes loops in the outdoor industry – Join in!
The outdoor industry is being called upon to drastically reduce its carbon footprint. Sympatex shows which adjustments can already be made today.
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SponsoredISPO Munich 2023: More inspiration, more festival vibes, more infotainment
Discover exactly what to expect from the eleven halls of this year’s ISPO Munich in our overview.
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ArticleReview: Slide/ Winter OTS Winter Trade Show 2023
With the flip of ISPO to before Christmas and much nearer the opening of the Fall/Winter 23/24 buying window, the British show acted more as a way to wrap up order-taking for retailers. ISPO also was reorganized to have Hall B2 as the center of conversations and thinking. Munich saw ...
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News briefsGlobal situation worsens according to new Circularity Gap Report
Global impact organization Circle Economy has released its latest annual Circularity Gap Report – for the first time this year in collaboration with Deloitte. The report makes for sobering reading, with circularity down from 8.6 percent in 2020 to 7.2 percent in 2023 and the world relying almost exclusively on ...
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ArticleIs this the end of PFAS?
What does the announced Oeko-Tex ban on the use of PFAS in textiles and footwear mean for the industry and the future of waterproof clothing and footwear? Our article explains the latest changes and lists alternative weatherproof solutions already available. So what is the future of PFAS? Do the recent ...
