Urban Outdoor – Page 9
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News briefsBollé Brands secures B Corp certification
The French company has earned B Corp certification, solidifying its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility across its eyewear and sports divisions.
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ArticleIcebug launches first Swedish FSC-certified shoe collection
The Swedish brand pioneers sustainable footwear by achieving 100% FSC-certified natural rubber soles, tracing supply from Thai farms to the final product.
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News briefsArc’teryx opens largest flagship store in NYC
The Canadian brand opened at 580 Broadway, expanding its New York presence with a focus on outdoor gear and community engagement.
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ArticlePrivate Sport Shop earns B Corp certification
The French private sales retailer joins the ranks of B Corp-certified companies, reinforcing its commitment to social, environmental and governance standards.
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News briefsLowa appoints new marketing manager
Ulf Michels joins the German footwear specialist as Head of Marketing, bringing over a decade of experience from outdoor and cycling brands.
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News briefsHanwag expands marketing team with key appointments
The German footwear brand is strengthening its global marketing strategy by appointing two new leaders with expertise in the outdoor and sports industries.
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News briefsBlackRock regains 5 percent stake in Moncler
The Manhattan-based asset management company boosts Moncler holdings to over 5%, as the luxury brand reports 11% revenue growth in the first half of 2024.
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News briefsEcco hires Head of Wholesale Central Europe
Marc Martin is Ecco’s new Head of Wholesale for the DACH region and the Netherlands.
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OpinionThe waterproof jacket: What the outdoor industry should focus on
OIC’s columnist Charles Ross explores the evolution of waterproof jackets, highlighting the balance between performance and sustainability in the outdoor industry.
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News briefsSchöffel launches new brand identity
The outdoor brand has started with its new positioning and sharpened brand image.
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ArticleElho brings back Freestyle
Elho reenters the outdoor and winter sports market with a new Freestyle collection, combining performance and style.
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News briefsH&M launches fashionable hiking collection
H&M has introduced Move Hike, blending style and performance with functional technologies.
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ArticleeBay unveils first Pre-Loved Fashion Week initiative
eBay partners with CFDA and BFC for its inaugural Pre-Loved Fashion Week, featuring a shoppable runway and daily drops of curated designer fashion.
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News briefsSportsShoes.com launches mobile shopping app
The UK retailer debuts its first mobile app, enhancing user experience with streamlined shopping and access to premium sportswear and footwear.
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News briefsDeuter appoints new National Sales Manager to drive US expansion
The appointment of Joe Duffy is expected to strengthen the brand’s presence in the US and accelerate growth in the highly competitive outdoor industry.
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ArticleLolë acquires Sanuk from Deckers
The Canadian athleisure brand has bought the iconic footwear brand for an undisclosed sum and announced Katie Pruitt as its new General Manager.
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News briefsScarpa has a new minority shareholder
Italian investment holding company Nuo acquired a stake in the company, with Cornaro, the family holding company, retaining majority ownership and control.
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ArticleColumbia’s brand awareness rises in Europe despite Q2 loss
While performing better in important overseas markets than in North America, Columbia Sportswear maintains its full-year guidance despite a weak second quarter.
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OpinionGorpcore – the new Athleisure?
Those of us who have been in this industry since the last Millennium will remember the switch to professionalism in the 1990s when the company founders brought in business specialists to develop their brands. Outwardly, this meant that production was relocated to the Pacific Rim, but it was also the ...
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News briefsKeen launches first lifestyle shoe
Keen has launched the KS86, the brand’s first lifestyle sneaker – a recreation of the archived A86 trail runner, which debuted in 2010.
