Deckers creates role of President of Global Marketplace
US company Deckers Brands, owner of a portfolio of brands including Ugg, Koolaburra, Hoka, Teva, Sanuk and Ahnu brands, has promoted Marco Ellerker to the newly created role of President of Global Marketplace, effective Aug. 1, 2024.
Strong demand for travel packs should bolster Osprey sales in EMEA, APAC
Osprey parent Helen of Troy reported 5.4 percent Q4 sales growth for its Home and Outdoor segment to $223.3 million. Segment revenues were sparked by higher sales in the brick-and-mortar and club channels, higher insulated beverageware sales from its Hydro Flex business, and international growth led by strong demand for ...
Lycra launches campaign for new bio-derived Lycra fiber
US fiber and technology solutions specialist The Lycra Company launched an integrated media campaign on Earth Day (April 22) to promote the upcoming launch of bio-derived Lycra fiber made with Qira. The sustainable fiber solution will be available in early 2025 and is the result of a unique collaboration with ...
Vista Outdoor leaves option open to sell to MNC for higher price
The uncertainty surrounding the future of Vista Outdoor, respectively Revelyst and The Kinetic Group, continues as the company officially confirmed on April 22 that it has resumed negotiations with Montréal-based MNC Capital in connection with the unsolicited expression of interest dated March 25, 2024, in which MNC indicated it was ...
Cotopaxi merges roles of CFO and COO
Utah-based certified B Corp and impact-focused adventure lifestyle brand Cotopaxi has welcomed Lindsay Shumlas to its team. This is the first time the company has hired one person for both the CFO and COO roles. Shumlas takes over the COO role from Cotopaxi Managing Director Stephan Jacob, who has held ...
HeiQ unveils anti-odor technology for feather and down products
Swiss ingredients brand HeiQ is introducing a new anti-odor product addition to its HeiQ Fresh range to eliminate persistent malodor on feather and down products. Biobased HeiQ Fresh for Feather & Down utilizes a novel combination of pre- and probiotics (synbiotics) which helps to break up the smelly components. The ...
New CFO for Kent Outdoors, secures $100m credit facility, plans sale of bike business
US group Kent Outdoors, which comprises 15 outdoor and action sports brands, including HO/Hyperlite, Connelly, Liquid Force, Onyx, Aquaglide, Barefoot/Fatsac and Bote, has appointed Rob Otto to the company’s leadership team as Chief Financial Officer.
How to bring innovative materials into the supply chain
Ambercycle, an innovative company using novel molecular regeneration technologies to transform used textiles into decarbonized, circular materials for brand owners, and womenswear brand Ganni have worked together to launch Cycora – the first commercially viable regenerated alternative to virgin polyester from Ambercycle.
Norwegian Second-Hand Trade Act to change
On April 5, the Norwegian Minister of Trade and Industry, Jan Christian Vestre, presented the government’s proposed changes to the Second-Hand Act at Bergans’ flagship store in Oslo. The choice of location was not accidental: Bergans, together with several other retailers, has been strongly in favor of changing the law. ...
EOCA’s Earth Day Fundraiser has started
Together with several its members, the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is once again raising funds through its Earth Day fundraiser to support its work delivering vital conservation action around the world and tackling biodiversity loss and climate change.
AAG uses Oeko-Tex 100 certified water-based inks for garment printing
As part of a wide-ranging initiative to reduce its environmental impact and comply with evolving global chemical regulations, Active Apparel Group (AAG), a California-based manufacturer of performance apparel for the leisure/lifestyle and active markets, announced the use of Oeko-Tex 100 Class 1 water-based inks in its manufacturing process.
Nemo announces new and renewed partnerships
New Hampshire-based outdoor gear brand Nemo Equipment has announced its list of 2024 partners that closely align with the company values of innovation, community and sustainability. With an emphasis on access, inclusivity and conservation, the brand has renewed key partnerships and added new ones to get more folks outdoors and ...
Arc’teryx opens first Parisian store and announces second address
Arc’teryx has opened a store at 42 rue des Francs-Bourgeois, in Paris’ Marais district. It is the brand’s first brick-and-mortar store in France’s capital city. Arc’teryx has been present in Paris for many years through the wholesale channel. The Vancouver-based outdoor and performance apparel brand has also announced that it ...
Corporate social responsibility - could this be a way to reduce staff fluctuation?
There has been a culture change towards employment in my lifetime: no longer are workers expecting jobs for life. The change has already happened but is sparking something greater with those affected. My graduating students realize they need work skills and know that a period of attachment with a brand ...
Vaude launches second-hand online shop
Vaude has launched the sale of second-hand products at www.rent-secondhand.vaude.com – currently only in Germany. The offer is meant to provide an environmentally friendly, yet inexpensive alternative to buying new clothing and equipment. The second-hand web shop offers a large selection of used outdoor equipment in great condition. As a ...
Cirql launches fully recyclable midsole made from 30% recycled TPU
US-based insole specialist OrthoLite, the company behind Cirql, a provider of sustainable material solutions for the global footwear industry, has launched a new midsole foam called Cirql rTPU30. According to Cirql, the patented innovation consists of 30 percent recycled TPU material and is manufactured through a chemical-free, supercritical foaming process. ...
Swedish Supreme Court confirms reorganization plan for Sportshopen’s parent
On 15 April, the Swedish Supreme Court confirmed the restructuring plan for Swedemount Sportswear & Fashion AB.
New sales manager at Lowa Austria
Bernd Fürtbauer has taken over as the new Sales Manager at Lowa Austria on April 1, 2024. He has made a name for himself as a successful product range manager, central buyer, purchasing manager and category manager in previous positions, including Sport Eybl, Sport Experts, Sport 2000 and Intersport Austria.
Lenzing appoints Chief Transformation Officer
Lenzing AG has appointed Walter Bickel as a member of the Managing Board and Chief Transformation Officer, effective April 15, 2024, until Dec. 31, 2025. Bickel will be responsible for the further development and implementation of the performance program. This program was initiated by the Managing Board in fall 2023 ...
Passenger hires GM for the US market from Snow Peak
Responsible outdoor clothing manufacturer Passenger has turned its sights on US expansion with the appointment of Matt Liddle as General Manager for the US. Liddle, building a business base in Portland, Oregon, comes at a pivotal time for the UK-based brand, which has seen over 400 percent growth in the ...