All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, 2025 – Page 60
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ArticleUS national park visits drop 11% in June
The US National Park Service (NPS) saw a steep decline in summertime visitation as budget cuts and staffing shortages impact key services and backcountry access.
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News briefsCinelli and Nitro launch collaborative capsule collection
The Italian bike brand and the German snowboard label team up for a limited-edition collection celebrating outdoor adventure and creative freedom.
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News briefsUK brand introduces wax-filled eco fire pit
EcoFuego has unveiled a clean-burning fire pit that runs on natural wax instead of wood or gas.
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News briefsSlide & OTS Winter moves to Liverpool
The UK’s leading winter sports and outdoor trade show will debut in a new city and venue for its 2026 edition.
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ArticleEarth Overshoot Day 2025 falls on July 24
Humanity’s demand outpaces planet’s capacity for the year, raising concerns for economies and investors alike.
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News briefsDale of Norway posts record revenues in 2024
Historic Norwegian wool brand sees export growth and younger domestic appeal.
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News briefsGlobal Standard proposes new textile certification
The German-based nonprofit opens public consultation for broader fiber sustainability framework.
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ArticleOpen Air Group to sell Natlink to Verdane
The Nordic hunting tech company enters new growth phase under investment firm.
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ArticleDecathlon outlines innovation strategy for access to sports
The French multisport brand and retailer aims to make sports more accessible through people-centered innovation.
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News briefsRiese & Müller introduces textile repair kits
The German e-bike manufacturer expands its circular design efforts with a new DIY repair solution for textile components like covers and bags.
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ArticleFunctional Fabric Fair to launch winter edition in Orlando
The new US event for ingredient brands will run alongside the PGA Show in 2026.
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News briefsBluesign celebrates 25th anniversary
The global sustainability solutions provider was founded in Switzerland in 2000.
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News briefsBrrr appoints Christopher Heyn as new CEO
The US cooling fabric innovator appoints a new CEO with deep roots in the apparel industry to drive global growth and expand into activewear, golf and workwear.
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ArticleHyosung switches bio spandex feedstock to sugarcane
A South Korean fiber giant is transitioning from corn to sugarcane in its bio-based spandex production to lower carbon emissions and boost sustainability.
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News briefsStrava and She Sends award mountain biking grants
The sports app and the nonprofit partner are backing five young women to help close the gap between junior and elite mountain biking.
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News briefsQore opens bio-based BDO production in Iowa
The US-German joint venture starts large-scale production of a corn-based chemical with key applications in outdoor apparel and textile manufacturing.
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News briefsVaude unveils zero‑CO₂ bike backpack
The German outdoor brand unveils first bike backpack made with zero‑CO₂ polyamide from sustainable feedstocks.
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ArticleFenix Outdoor posts losses in Q2
Despite strong brand sales, the outdoor group with Swedish roots and based in Zug, Switzerland, reports sharp losses and falling revenues in key regions.
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News briefsKlättermusen opens first Osaka store
The Swedish mountaineering brand strengthens its presence in Japan with a new retail space designed for community and outdoor enthusiasts.
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News briefsWoom expands European production with Corratec
The Austrian kids’ bike specialist is growing its European footprint by partnering with a German manufacturer operating in Romania.
