The latest news, analysis and data on corporate strategic initiatives, the latest mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, insolvencies and cooperations in the outdoor industry.
Open Air Group to sell Natlink to Verdane
The Nordic hunting tech company enters new growth phase under investment firm.
Textilcolor acquires Schoeller's licensing and marketing business
The Swiss textile chemicals specialist expands its global reach and innovation portfolio through the acquisition of the functional textile licensing firm.
Coats Group to acquire insole maker OrthoLite
The UK-based industrial materials group is expanding into the premium insole market through a $770 million acquisition in the footwear components sector.
Nordisk launches China venture with K2 and BA Capital
The Danish outdoor brand partners with Korean and Chinese firms to expand retail operations in the Chinese market.
Bain may consider selling its Canada Goose stake
Canada Goose’s majority owner is reportedly exploring a potential sale amid recent financial gains and evolving market dynamics.
On opens world’s first LightSpray factory
The Swiss sports and foowear brand debuts an automated, low-emissions facility that could reshape how performance footwear is made worldwide.
Warburg Pincus to acquire majority stake in Uvex
The German specialist in protective gear for sports and work brings on a global investment firm to accelerate its growth strategy.
Accell Group sees revenue decline amid strategic restructuring
The Dutch bicycle manufacturer shares progress on restructuring efforts after a year marked by revenue decline, one-offs and supply chain adjustments.
VanMoof returns with new bikes under McLaren ownership, turns back on DTC
The Dutch e-bike brand reemerges with redesigned models, months after being acquired by a UK-based mobility technology firm.
Compass Diversified expands admission of accounting irregularities
Compass Diversified warns investors that financial statements from 2022 to 2024 can no longer be trusted due to confirmed accounting irregularities.
