On adds four new California stores
The Swiss brand is opening four additional California stores in San Francisco, Corte Madera, San Diego and Los Angeles, bringing its statewide total to seven locations.
Columbia Sportswear Q2 sales rise as footwear gains momentum
Footwear and international markets drove Columbia Sportswear’s Q2 sales higher, while tariff refunds lifted margins and earnings.
Katadyn takes over HydraPak distribution in DACH
Katadyn will become HydraPak’s exclusive distributor in Germany and Austria from Jan. 1, 2027, expanding an existing partnership between the two outdoor brands.
Jacobs sells Mammut to Chinese investor
Jacobs Capital is selling Mammut to Chinese alternative investment firm CPE, ending a five-year ownership period marked by international expansion, higher margins and double-digit annual sales growth.
VF bets on Altra as Vans turnaround remains slow
VF Corp. reported higher first-quarter revenue as CEO Bracken Darrell positioned Altra as the group’s next growth driver.
VF adds CFO role to Dalmia’s remit
VF COO Abhishek Dalmia will also take over as CFO, succeeding Paul Vogel and bringing finance and operations under one executive.
Garmin raises outlook despite Outdoor sales dip
The multinational tech company raised its 2026 outlook after record Q2 revenue and operating income, while Outdoor sales slipped 2 percent despite higher profitability.
BAREFooT fair expands after strong second edition
The barefoot footwear trade show attracted 102 exhibitors from 26 countries, prompting organizers to schedule two editions at Messe Offenbach in 2027.
Mammut highlights PFAS milestone in 2025 Responsibility Report
Mammut’s 2025 Responsibility Report highlights its PFAS transition, validated net-zero target and continued progress in repair and circularity.
Dimpora Bio gains new apparel applications
Dimpora’s PFAS-free Bio membrane is appearing in new technical apparel from California-based Tèmi and Middle Distance.
Ecco revives Receptor with new outdoor range
Ecco is celebrating 25 years of Receptor technology with new Receptor XP models and designer interpretations through Ecco.Kollektive.
Regatta outlines 2030 climate and materials targets
Regatta details its climate, materials and supply-chain strategy, targeting a 50% emissions cut by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
Salomon adapts trail running platform for hiking
The new mid-cut hiking shoe applies technologies from Salomon’s trail running range to deliver lightweight cushioning, stability and weather protection for technical terrain.
Kontoor Brands appoints Tom Waldron to board
Former Kontoor COO and Wrangler brand leader Tom Waldron has joined the company’s Board of Directors following an expansion of the board to seven members.
KMD expects higher FY26 sales and Ebitda
The New-Zealand-based group expects higher fiscal 2026 sales and underlying Ebitda, supported by improving Kathmandu performance and Oboz’s return to growth despite continued pressure at Rip Curl.
Salomon appoints Nike veteran to lead Greater China
Former Nike executive Vincent Du will lead Salomon’s next phase of growth in Greater China, focusing on retail expansion and key product categories.
Canada Goose completes first sustainability strategy
The Canadian outerwear brand reported a 50% reduction in operational emissions since FY19, secured SBTi approval for its climate targets and outlined the priorities for the next phase of its sustainability strategy.
Schöffel publishes 2025 sustainability report, advances circularity strategy
The German outdoor and workwear specialist has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining progress on circularity, supply chain responsibility and climate action while preparing science-based emissions targets for SBTi validation.
Fenix Outdoor turnaround stalls as Germany weighs on first-half performance
Fenix Outdoor’s hoped-for recovery remains elusive at the halfway point of fiscal 2026, with a weak and price-pressured German market.
Aku launches alpine water-awareness initiative
The Italian footwear brand is working with tourism and mountain-guide partners to raise awareness of water scarcity at alpine huts.