Victoria Woollven
(Victoria is currently on maternity leave until 2025). Victoria joined EDM Publications in Oct. 2022 and contributes to both SGI Europe and the Outdoor Industry Compass. She loves stories connected to equality and diversity in the sports and outdoor world. When she isn't catching up on the latest industry news and trying to write the perfect H2, she can be found on the yoga mat, on a rock face, up a mountain, or chilling in her VW campervan.
ArticleDIY repairs: 12 brands making repairs easy
Our listicle highlights the outdoor and sporting brands and retailers who are already helping consumers repair their own outdoor gear at home.
ArticleNGO criticizes use of plastic products in textiles
AN NGO has denounced as “avoidance strategies” five tactics to deal with waste deployed by some of the biggest companies in the world
ArticleSwedish study warns of PFAS risk in traditional summer diet
The movement to ban the use of PFAS is growing. Now a new study by a Swedish environmental group has revealed the extent of the presence of these “forever chemicals” in food.
ArticleOutDoor by ISPO provided community and inspiration again in 2023
Three days, over 650 exhibitors and satisfying visitor numbers. OutDoor by ISPO 2023 is over and has been hailed as a success. Now in its second year at the MOC Event and Order Center, the mood was once again that of a community coming together, whether that be for business ...
ArticleEU outlines its position on the destruction of unsold textiles
The latest news from Brussels will affect how clothing brands deal with “waste” stock. On May 22, 2023, the Council of the EU formally adopted its position on the proposed regulation establishing a framework for setting ecodesign requirements for sustainable products. The new regulation, which will replace the existing 2009 ...
ArticleOutdoor brands top desirable resale items in latest report
U.S.-based ThredUp, an online resale service provider and platform for women’s and kids’ apparel, has released its eleventh annual Resale Report. The report examines the current market as well as the expected value of the sector. Although based on American consumers, it is expected similar figures would apply in Europe, ...
ArticleGorpcore: Where fashion and sportswear meet
Gorpcore: the trend you may have missed and the huge potential it holds for performance brands. We explain it and evaluate its potential.
News briefsLenzing expands E-Branding Service features for its value chain partners and brands
Lenzing Group, the Austria-based producer of wood-based specialty fibers including Tencel, Lenzing, and Ecovero, has announced the release of a suite of new features on its Lenzing E-Branding Service platform. Users will be able to make use of new features such as Artwork Approval, a Fiber Blending Quick Check Tool, ...
ArticleCircular Economy: a comprehensive link collection
Beat the circularity information overload and start your sustainable journey as a brand, supplier, manufacturer and retailer. We’ve collected the most useful links and resources.
