All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, 2025 – Page 26
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ArticleBSI Managing Director to leave in 2026
Germany’s sporting goods association prepares for a leadership transition as longtime Managing Director Stefan Rosenkranz announces his departure.
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ArticlePerformance Days Day 0 focuses on Nature and No Waste
The interactive pre-conference in Munich will explore how lessons from biodiversity can reshape the textile industry’s approach to waste and circularity.
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News briefsColumbia reintroduces original Bugaboot from 1993
The outdoor brand brings back its first-ever footwear model, originally designed in collaboration with industry legend Peter Moore.
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ArticleRocky Mountain strengthens European activities through acquisition of Bikeaction
The Canadian mountain bike brand consolidates its European presence through the full acquisition of its long-standing German distributor.
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News briefsWorldly acquisition of GoBlu expands sustainability platform
The sustainability data provider has acquired a chemical management platform to unify fragmented reporting across consumer goods supply chains.
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News briefsRun Show MENA launches in Dubai 2026
Raccoon Media Group is expanding into the Middle East with a large-scale consumer and trade running expo set for Dubai next October.
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ArticleTextile industry fiber emissions rise 20%
A new global report shows rising fiber production emissions across apparel, home textiles and footwear, despite growing corporate participation.
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ArticleHelen of Troy posts steep loss on impairment charges
The US consumer goods group behind Osprey, Hydro Flask and OXO saw sales decline and a large impairment hit in the second quarter of fiscal 2026.
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News briefsGlobal textile fiber market outlook 2025–2034
A new industry analysis projects steady long-term growth in the global textile fiber market amid shifting demand and sustainability pressures.
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News briefsLowa Fall/Winter 2025-26 collection highlights
The German outdoor footwear specialist introduces updated models and new trail and winter boots designed for versatile, everyday performance.
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ArticleGlobal Sports Retailers 2024: Outdoor specialists navigate a mixed market
SGI Europe’s latest retail ranking reveals modest global growth in 2024, with several outdoor-focused retailers among the year’s strongest performers.
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ArticleGlobal athletic footwear market: Outdoor-linked brands among key winners in 2024
Based on fresh data from SGI Europe, the global athletic footwear market grew by 5% in 2024, with several outdoor-oriented brands among the biggest winners.
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News briefsAdidas enters safety footwear market
The German sportswear giant teams up with a UK-based PPE specialist to enter the global safety shoe market in 2026.
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ArticleVF Corporation 2025 Responsibility Report
The group behind several global outdoor brands reports early milestones in waste reduction, regenerative sourcing and community impact.
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News briefsAlex Honnold to host Nevada travel series
The world-renowned climber explores adventure and culture across his home state in a new five-part series premiering in 2026.
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News briefsTNF and Cecilie Bahnsen collaborate
A new fusion of technical outdoor performance and romantic Danish design makes its debut at Paris Fashion Week.
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News briefsREI Co-op store closures announced for 2026
The US outdoor retailer plans to close stores in New York, Boston and New Jersey next year as part of a multi-year transformation strategy.
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News briefsHerschel unveils wet weather bags and rainwear
The Canadian accessories brand introduces upgraded rainproof gear inspired by everyday travel and its hometown climate.
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News briefsUS extends AGOA for one year
The key trade agreement gains a short-term extension as Kenya and other African nations preserve duty-free US access.
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News briefsUKFT sets out National Textile Recycling Infrastructure Plan to 2035
The UK industry body has unveiled a 10-year roadmap to build a nationwide system for recycling post-consumer textiles.
