All Legal & Institutional articles – Page 11
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News briefsTCA names 2023 Confluence Grantees
The Conservation Alliance (TCA), a US coalition of like-minded member organizations working to protect wilderness and natural areas, announced the recipients of its 2023 Confluence Grant Program: Alabama River Diversity Network, Battery Island Drive Neighborhood Association, People of Red Mountain and Northern Chumash Tribal Council. The Confluence Grant Program, which ...
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News briefsUNIDO and Fair Trade International team up for sustainable supply chains
Gunther Beger, managing director of United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), and Sandra Uwera Murasa, global CEO of Fair Trade International, have inked a new joint declaration at COP28 in Dubai on Dec. 10. In the declaration, UNIDO and Fairtrade reiterate their shared commitment to promoting sustainable supply chains and ...
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News briefsRebike’s e-bike refurbishment certified by TÜV Rheinland
The Premium Refurbishment Program from Rebike Mobility, Germany’s largest re-commerce company for e-bikes, has been awarded the “Tested Service Quality” certificate by TÜV Rheinland. Rebike is the first provider of reconditioned e-bikes to receive such certification. The basis for the certificate was an extensive audit by TÜV Rheinland in the ...
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ArticleOIA to co-publish Outdoors For All manifesto
The British Outdoor Industries Association (OIA) has announced the publication of the “Outdoors For All” manifesto, jointly produced by the OIA and 35 other national governing bodies and environmental organizations, including British Cycling, National Trails UK and BMC. The initiative is committed to increasing responsible access to ...
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News briefsHövding’s situation appears to worsen
After the Swedish Consumer Protection Agency imposed a sales ban for the Hövding 3 (OIC reported) via Hövding’s own channels, the agency followed up last Friday: The Hövding 3 is now being recalled throughout Sweden, and a general sales ban has been imposed in the country. Hövding has announced that ...
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ArticleEcodesign for sustainable products regulation practically adopted by the EU
The European Commission, Parliament and Council agreed on Dec. 4 on a new framework to make products sustainable by design.
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News briefsClarus reports on status of HAP Trading short-swing profit litigation
On Nov. 20, 2023, Clarus Corp., the parent company of Black Diamond, Rhino-Rack, Maxtrax, Sierra and Barnes, submitted its expert’s report calculating the recovery that may be available to Clarus from HAP Trading, LLC and Mr. Harsh A. Padia’s (collectively called “HAP Trading“) purchases and sales of Clarus common stock ...
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News briefsNew board for CONEBI
At its 2023 General Assembly, held Nov. 28 in Brussels, the Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry (CONEBI) elected a new Board of Directors. The board of the European national bicycle and bicycle parts industry umbrella organization was also expanded. While one board member stepped down, three new members were ...
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News briefsGOTS simplifies process for smaller textile firms
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced that small-scale textile companies will be given easier access to its certification through the Controlled Supply Chain Scheme Pilot Project (CSCS). Launched as a pilot project in 2022, the scheme is meant to help smaller textile firms overcome the administrative and financial ...
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ArticleHövding threatened by recall and permanent sales ban, defends itself vehemently
In view of the Swedish Consumer Protection Agency’s previous decision to temporarily stop the sale of Hövding in Sweden, the company has now submitted a final statement with extensive documentation which, together with expert opinions, proves the high safety standard of the head protection. According to Hövding, RISE (formerly Statens ...
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ArticleHövding opposes sales stop, provides evidence of product meeting safety requirements
After the Swedish Consumer Protection Agency temporarily halted the sale of the Hövding 3 bicycle airbag in Sweden at the beginning of November, the manufacturer has now submitted a final statement to the agency with extensive documentation confirming the high safety standard of the head protection and the tests that ...
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ArticleView from the European Outdoor Group - ISPO incoming
This is always a really important time of year for the European Outdoor Group (EOG) and our members. At a day-to-day business level, the winter season is underway, and how that proceeds has great significance for businesses in our sector. Meanwhile, brands and retailers are also putting a big focus ...
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ArticleFootwear brands launch collective to drive the transition to a circular economy
Athletic and outdoor footwear brands Brooks Running, New Balance, On, Vibram, Crocs and Ecco, along with US lifestyle brand Reformation and US retailer Target, have partnered with EarthDNA to launch The Footwear Collective (TFC), a non-profit initiative dedicated to uniting the global footwear industry to accelerate the ...
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ArticleSOG gains importance after the pandemic: “What we do generates interest”
Source: SOG David Nordblad In the wake of the pandemic, David Nordblad started in the role of Secretary General for the Scandinavian Outdoor Group (SOG). Since then, he has been occupied with various responsibilities, and he notes a sustained interest in joining the organization. In fact, SOG ...
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ArticleConsumer protection agency enforces sales stop of Hövding 3 airbag, Hövding fights back
After the Swedish Consumer Protection Agency allegedly uncovered design flaws in some models of the popular Hövding 3 – an airbag that cyclists wear around their necks – and deemed the product “not in compliance with current health and safety requirements” (under the EU’s Personal Protective Equipment Regulation), Hövding has ...
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News briefsChina aims to build €385bn outdoor sports industry by 2025
According to the government news agency Xinhua, China aims to develop outdoor sports into an industry worth 3 trillion yuan renminbi (€386 billion) by 2025, according to a government action plan released last week. The action plan, which covers the period from 2023 to 2025, aims to boost the construction ...
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News briefsEOCA kicks off Green Friday campaign
The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is once again inviting companies in the outdoor industry to take part in the antidote to Black Friday, Green Friday, and raise money to help fund EOCA projects. Green Friday is Nov. 24 this year. Instead of discounting products and encouraging impulse purchases that ...
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ArticleCoalition for Cyclist Safety aims to improve safety of bike and eBike riders in North America
19 companies from the automotive, bicycle and technology sectors have joined forces to drive the development and implementation of connected mobility solutions. With their help, they want to help reduce the risks for bicycle and eBike riders on North American roads. Founding members of the Coalition for Cyclist Safety are: ...
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News briefsCocona Labs becomes member of The Conservation Alliance
Cocona Labs, the manufacturer of 37.5® Technology, has joined The Conservation Alliance. Cocona Labs’ membership dues directly support conservation efforts and advocate for protected lands. Cocona Labs is one of the few material suppliers to join the organization and is committed to encouraging more suppliers to actively participate in sustainability ...
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ArticleEOG invites UK retailers to participate in OMIS market data program
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) has launched the Outdoor Market Intelligence Service (OMIS), an online dashboard to share real-time monthly sales data from outdoor retailers in the UK. Outdoor retailers in the UK are invited to join the program for key market insights, which went live during the European Outdoor ...
