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ArticleFashion coalition pushes for resale, repair tax reform
Nearly 70 fashion and textile organizations are calling for tax and policy reforms, arguing that current regulations continue to favor new production over circular business models such as resale and repair.
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ArticleSportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031
A new industry forecast points to continued growth in sportswear, driven by athleisure demand, women’s categories, sustainability investments and expanding direct-to-consumer strategies.
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News briefsDecathlon Germany partners with Stadtradeln campaign
Decathlon is deepening its push into sustainable mobility by becoming an official partner of Germany’s Stadtradeln initiative, combining bicycle services, circular economy programs and urban cycling advocacy.
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ArticleDecathlon enters smart cycling airbag market with In&motion
Decathlon and In&motion are tapping into the electronic airbag market with connected protection systems for cyclists, e-scooter riders and equestrian athletes.
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Short Stops Week 22, 2026
RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION +++ Patagonia has opened a new store in Salzburg’s historic city center, positioning the location as a community hub for outdoor enthusiasts and environmental engagement through events, talks and film screenings +++ Stio is accelerating its wholesale expansion by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the U.S ...
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OpinionEuropean Outdoor Week: The business of outdoor reconnects
Industry veteran Charles Ross reflects on the first European Outdoor Week in Riva – and argues that the combination of business focus, outdoor culture and community spirit may have given the industry “a shot in the arm” after years of disruption.
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OpinionNo Excuses: The Outdoor Impact Summit that opened the European Outdoor Week
In his latest piece, Charles Ross reflects on the Outdoor Impact Summit that opened European Outdoor Week in Riva del Garda, highlighting stronger collaboration, sharper debate around sustainability and a growing demand for measurable action instead of industry rhetoric.
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Short Stops Week 21, 2026
EXECUTIVE CHANGES +++ Stio is expanding its wholesale business by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the US and promoting Kevin Costigan to National Sales Manager of Wholesale as the company invests in broader specialty retail growth and market coverage +++ Coats Group has appointed experienced FTSE executive Tim Cobbold ...
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Short Stops Week 19, 2026
CORPORATE AND M&A +++ Zwift has acquired real-route indoor cycling platform Rouvy for an undisclosed sum, with both brands set to continue operating independently while leveraging Zwift’s growing hardware ecosystem and a fast-expanding indoor cycling market +++ Fenix Outdoor has completed the acquisition of the remaining 35% of Norwegian wool ...
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Short Stops Week 18, 2026
CORPORATE AND M&S +++ Helly Hansen has opened a new regional headquarters in Barcelona to centralize operations across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal and Andorra, aiming to improve efficiency, strengthen coordination and support continued growth in Southern Europe +++ eBay is closing its San Francisco office without layoffs as part of ...