Outdoor Industry Compass Editorial Team
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ArticleKathmandu launches puffer jacket made from recycled car tires
The eco-friendly jacket uses Q-Cycle by Fulgar, an innovative polyamide 6.6 yarn.
News briefsAccell France has a new head
William Perrier has ten years of experience in the bicycle industry.
News briefsTernua becomes a B Corp
Ternua Group and its five brands earned a score of 95.7 on the B Impact Assessment.
News briefsKeela allocates £5m investment for growth and sustainability plans
The Scottish outdoor clothing brand celebrates four years of record growth.
News briefsSurvey shows that stricter return policies influence spending
According to a Blue Yonder survey, tighter return policies could deter European consumers, presenting retailers with the challenge of balancing cost reduction and customer expectations.
News briefsDick’s Sporting Goods to hire 8,000 for the holidays
The US omnichannel retailer plans to hire 8,000 seasonal workers for the 2024 holiday season, offering flexible schedules and growth opportunities.
News briefsEFTTA joins forces with French fishing industry association
The agreement is expected to help the two trade bodies have a more effective impact.
News briefsLVMH and Ruffini Partecipazioni will not increase Moncler stake beyond 20%
LVMH and Ruffini Partecipazioni won’t increase shareholdings in Moncler to more than 20% over the next three years following the recent increase in LVMH’s stake.
News briefsSantini and UCI extend their partnership deal for a further seven years
The long-standing agreement has been in place since 1998 and will now last until 2031.
News briefsLVMH invests in Moncler
The partnership is meant to strengthen Ruffini Partecipazioni Holding’s position as largest shareholder in Moncler.
News briefsThermore introduces new Invisiloft insulation offering minimal thickness
The new product is made from recycled post-consumer plastic bottles.
News briefsZDHC appoints Francesco Pianca as Chief Program Officer
Pianca has long-standing experience in sustainable manufacturing and quality assurance, including at Burberry and Benetton.
News briefsIntertextile Shanghai hit the milestone of 100,000 visitors
The event registered a 29% increase in international buyers
News briefsTherm-ic named official glove supplier for FWT
The company will provide heated gloves for FIS Freeride World Tour athletes.
News briefsSolo Brands COO steps down
Matthew Webb resigned effective Sept. 27, prompting the company to search for a new COO.
News briefsManaslu Adventures to expand
The Barcelonan agency will be seeking clients in the US and the UK.
News briefsChiruca parent to offset factory fire’s carbon
Calzados Fal will be resorting to its usual method.
News briefsMerrell launches Wander Wheel art installation in NYC
The US footwear and apparel brand debuts its interactive “Wander Wheel” in New York City, offering an immersive experience open to the public for one weekend only.
ArticleGerman retail study: customers prefer small and medium-sized towns for convenient shopping
HDE’s 2024 location monitor reveals that German shoppers favor small and medium towns for easy access to stores, short distances and proximity to home.
News briefsCotopaxi launches new collection made from upcycled, circular materials
The Renovo Collection uses leftover fabrics and recycled materials to create durable, high-performance products.
