The North Face, Skims launch new winter line
The outdoor brand and Kim Kardashian’s fashion-led shapewear label release their second winter collaboration, adding new styles, accessories and kidswear.
UYN debuts first ski helmet
The Italian performance brand introduces its first ski helmet, combining natural fibers and thermal technology for improved comfort on the slopes.
Swix, NG Nordic pilot CO₂-based plastic
A Nordic climate-tech provider and the winter sports brand team up to turn captured CO₂ into new materials for high-performance outdoor products.
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.
Db expands global sales leadership team
The Scandinavian travel gear brand strengthens its sales team in the US, DACH and Scandinavia to drive expansion in premium retail markets.
Salomon opens second store in NYC
The French outdoor brand adds a second NYC location in Williamsburg, highlighting Sportstyle products and its continued growth in North America.
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.
Elan USA promotes local ski shops for Black Friday
The Slovenian ski manufacturer encourages in-person shopping in the US to support independent retailers and preserve ski-town culture this holiday season.
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.
Hervis sells Romanian and Hungarian businesses to Frasers Group
The sporting goods retailer offloads its Hungary and Romania subsidiaries to a UK-based retail group as part of a strategic realignment.
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.
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.
Faction and Phaenom join Freeride World Tour
The global freeride competition has secured Swiss-based Faction and Phaenom as exclusive ski and boot partners for the next three seasons.
ColourWear expands into French ski market
The Swedish wintersport brand extends its European reach with a launch aimed at France’s strong ski retail and alpine culture.
Arva launches ultralight 30L avalanche airbag
The French avalanche safety specialist introduces a new lightweight, 30L airbag pack made with ultra-high-molecular-weight materials for ski mountaineers who count every gram.
Klättermusen acquires Korean distributor AYL
The Swedish mountaineering gear brand has taken full control of its South Korean distribution partner after nearly a decade.
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.
Peak Performance debuts circular jacket with partners
The Swedish outerwear brand has teamed up with material innovators to create a fully recyclable, disassembly-ready performance jacket.
Nivia unveils avalanche beacon with 3D guidance
A German alpine tech company has introduced a GPS-based avalanche beacon designed to speed up rescues and improve search precision.