All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, 2025 – Page 39
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ArticlePinewood aligns product strategy with EU Green Deal
The Swedish outdoor brand outlines its roadmap for adapting to European environmental legislation and reshaping its design and supply chain practices.
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ArticleBike24 reports strong growth in Q1 but stays in the red
The German-based online bike retailer saw solid double-digit revenue growth in early 2025, driven by demand across key European markets.
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News briefsBetter Cotton launches roadmap for worker protections
The global cotton sustainability initiative introduces new actions to improve labor conditions and promote dignified livelihoods by 2030.
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ArticleAdele Stafford: How Worldly measures emissions at product level using supplier data
Worldly’s new Product Impact Calculator offers brands a way to accurately measure product-level Scope 3 emissions with primary supplier data, a step beyond spend-based tools and a key asset for sustainability reporting.
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News briefsBrose launches QORE e-bike system at Eurobike
The German e-mobility specialist unveils a new performance-driven e-bike system as part of a broader transition under new ownership.
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News briefsMontane publishes 2024 CSR progress report
The UK-based outdoor apparel brand outlines its 2024 sustainability milestones and future environmental goals in a newly released impact report.
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ArticleLowa appoints trail expert to lead category growth
The German footwear specialist strengthens its trail running segment with a key leadership hire and plans new events and athlete initiatives.
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News briefsStrafe launches first down jacket for FW2025
The US-based mountain apparel brand partners with Pertex, NetPlus and Allied Feather + Down to launch its first down jacket, blending performance with sustainability.
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ArticleCanadian group acquires Rocky Mountain Bicycles
A Canadian outdoor and cycling-focused investor group has acquired a heritage mountain bike brand with plans for global expansion and local continuity.
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News briefsPelican Intl Inc. acquires Confluence Outdoor assets
The newly formed Canadian outdoor group has acquired key paddlesport brands including Wilderness Systems, Perception Kayak and Dagger.
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Article90-day suspension of tariffs between the US and China causes uncertainty
A short-term tariff deal between the US and China brings relief to outdoor industries, but the 90-day truce masks deeper instability ahead.
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News briefsDecathlon names Planet Patrol charity partner
The UK arm of the French sporting goods retailer is joining forces with a UK-based nonprofit to drive environmental engagement through local action and education.
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ArticleIntersport merges Swedish and Danish operations
The Nordic sporting goods retailers join forces to improve efficiency, scale and customer service across Sweden and Denmark.
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ArticleBrightfiber opens recycling factory in Amsterdam
The facility transforms locally sourced used clothes into “high-quality” textile fibers.
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ArticleGoPro faces persistent Asia-Pacific challenges as transformation proceeds
The US action camera maker faces sharp Asia-Pacific headwinds and macro uncertainty, but focuses on lean operations and new product launches.
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News briefsNew textile project investigates bio-based polyethylene for apparel
A research collaboration in Germany is developing clothing from bio-based polyethylene to reduce environmental impact and boost recyclability.
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News briefsLa Sportiva opens new concept store in Kalymnos, Greece
The Italian outdoor brand expands its European footprint with a dedicated climbing store in Greece’s world-famous climbing destination.
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News briefsNewell Brands adds Gary Pilnick to Board
The US consumer goods company expands its board by appointing an industry veteran with decades of M&A and strategic growth expertise.
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ArticleGlobetrotter joins Sport 2000 to strengthen market reach
The German outdoor retailer partners with the Germany-based arm of the buying group to expand its position in specialized outdoor retail.
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ArticleWorldly launches tools to promote sustainability in the supply chain
The US-based sustainability data platform introduces new analytics tools aimed at enhancing supply chain transparency and resilience in consumer goods.
