Oboz, Unity Folks launch campus program
The outdoor footwear brand and a diversity-focused training organization are piloting a program that links college students to careers in the outdoor industry.
Icebug sets donation record with anti-Black Friday campaign
The Swedish brand skipped Black Friday promotions for the sixth year in a row, donating all revenue to forest and wilderness conservation groups.
Newell to cut 900 office jobs in global overhaul
The US-based consumer goods group behind outdoor brands like Coleman and Marmot is reducing its workforce and closing stores to streamline operations.
KMD Brands appoints VP People for Europe
The New Zealand-based active lifestyle group strengthens its European HR leadership with a new appointment based in southwestern France.
The North Face opens concept store in Bangkok
A new retail format in Bangkok reflects the American outdoor brand’s strategy to elevate urban exploration and strengthen its footprint in Asia.
Finisterre introduces closed-loop wool recycling project
The British outdoor apparel brand partners with textile recycling pioneers to turn old knitwear into new garments and reduce wool waste.
Ponda raises $2.4 million to scale BioPuff
The UK startup developing bio-based insulation from wetland crops secures fresh funding to scale production and restore Europe’s peatlands.
Foot Locker loss deepens as Dick’s sets turnaround plan
High inventory costs and integration charges from a recent acquisition challenge the North American sports retailer’s short-term outlook.
Montura opens new store in Turin
An Italian outdoor brand opens a new store in Turin’s historic center, blending retail, mountain culture and creative community programming.
Deuter supports plastic-free peaks and repair tours during Green Week
Instead of offering discounts, the German outdoor gear maker is using Green Week to promote clean-up efforts, fair production, and product repairs.
Ortovox appoints Lisa Sinnegger as head of design
The German mountain sports brand appoints a new design lead to drive its product evolution with a focus on longevity and authenticity.
Icebug continues Black Friday boycott, donates sales to conservation groups
The Swedish outdoor footwear brand turns Black Friday into a global conservation initiative by donating its proceeds to nature protection.
TNF opens flagship on Fifth Avenue
The outdoor apparel company has launched its largest store worldwide on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue, blending retail with immersive adventure storytelling.
Outzip: “Own the experience, not the gear”
The Berlin-based company wants to solve the utilization problem in the outdoor industry with a standardized rental system that facilitates access to high-quality equipment.
OrthoLite opens manufacturing site in North Vietnam
The US-based supplier of sustainable footwear components boosts its Asia presence with a new vertically integrated site in Ninh Binh Province.
On opens flagship stores in Mexico and Spain
A premium Swiss sportswear brand is accelerating global growth with flagship openings in Mexico City and Madrid, blending retail and local culture.
Klättermusen acquires Korean distributor AYL
The Swedish mountaineering gear brand has taken full control of its South Korean distribution partner after nearly a decade.
KMD Brands sees early FY26 growth, cost savings on track
The New Zealand outdoor group behind Kathmandu and Rip Curl reports early sales gains in FY26 and advances on its strategic cost-saving plan.
Thule Group outlines updated financial targets and strategic focus
The outdoor gear company sets new growth ambitions, shifting focus to Champion categories and long-term value creation.
RevolutionRace approves dividend, board changes
At its annual meeting, the Swedish outdoor brand’s shareholders approved key resolutions including a dividend, board changes, and a new incentive plan.