All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, 2025 – Page 53
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News briefsX Games establishes sports AI company
The US-based action sports organizer expands its tech focus with a new AI platform to enhance judging, fairness and fan engagement.
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News briefsOrvis to cut 4% of workforce amid tariff impact
The US fly fishing and outdoor brand cites tariffs and strategic focus as reasons for reducing staff and realigning its business.
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News briefsREI Fund awards $7.2m to 76 nonprofits
The US outdoor-focused nonprofit distributes over $7 million to organizations advancing inclusion and access in nature.
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News briefsOn named to Time’s 2025 influential companies list
The Swiss sportswear brand is recognized for global influence, innovation and continued growth in performance and design.
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ArticleAluula reports Q2 revenue growth and expanding diversification
The Canadian composite materials company saw revenue rise and windsport reliance fall as it targets wind power and industrial sectors.
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 27, 2025
MARKETING +++ Schöffel Sport has won the 2025 German Brand Award in the Corporate Brand category for its comprehensive brand relaunch, which emphasized mental wellness, visual modernization and a clear strategic repositioning +++ On Olympic Day (June 23), Salomon was a technical partner of a special event organized by the ...
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News briefsPeak Ski Company shuts down amid debt and legal claims
The US ski brand backed by Olympic skier Bode Miller has ceased operations following mounting debt, unpaid contracts and failed investments.
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News briefsFormer Scott executive to lead Lenzerheide Bergbahnen
The Swiss mountain destination company names Reto Aeschbacher as its next CEO, aiming to boost customer experience and innovation.
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OpinionFuture Fabric Expo: Fashion’s version of the Performance Days
From regenerative cotton to funding masterclasses, London’s Future Fabric Expo and Climate Action Week brought together fashion’s most forward thinkers. Our columnist Charles Ross was there.
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News briefsCarbios reshapes board following shareholder meeting
The French biotech innovator announces board changes and confirms shareholder backing for key resolutions during its annual meeting.
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News briefsXavier Le Guen named president of Outdoor Sports Valley
A long-standing figure in French outdoor sports is assuming the leadership role at OSV, with a focus on fostering collaboration within the industry and driving regional impact.
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ArticleSBTi opens pilot for revised net-zero standard
The global climate initiative is seeking business participation to test the next version of its corporate net-zero framework through a structured pilot.
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News briefsGerman Retail Association warns of job losses if minimum wage rises
Germany’s main retail association voices concerns about rising labor costs following the Minimum Wage Commission’s latest recommendation.
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ArticleCascale report highlights Bangladesh’s sustainability progress
A new sustainability report outlines Bangladesh’s path toward decarbonizing its garment sector and scaling responsible manufacturing practices.
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ArticleVanMoof returns with new bikes under McLaren ownership, turns back on DTC
The Dutch e-bike brand reemerges with redesigned models, months after being acquired by a UK-based mobility technology firm.
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News briefsJacobs Holding and Telemos Capital merge
Two Swiss-rooted investment firms join forces to form a new private equity platform with long-term ambitions.
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News briefsZhejiang Longsheng gains full control of DyStar
The specialty chemical company resolves a long-running shareholder dispute with a strategic share acquisition.
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ArticleRe&Up achieves industry-first circularity certification
The textile innovator becomes the first to receive full C2C Certified Circularity status across its product range.
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News briefsMerrell launches advanced ProMorph hybrid running shoe
The outdoor footwear brand unveils a new high-cushion hybrid designed for runners tackling both road and trail in changing terrain.
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ArticleEOCA releases 2024 Report on global conservation impact
The conservation group backed by the outdoor industry reports record progress in nature restoration and biodiversity funding.
