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Oberalp Group appoints Stefan Rainer as new CEO
Nordic Outdoor Group acquires Swedish fishing supplier Fibe
Yeti targets faster growth through 2030 with global expansion
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Nuyarn expands performance wool technology into endurance socks
KMD Brands sales rise 6.5% as underlying Ebitda more than doubles
Backcountry acquires mobile bike service network Velofix
On appoints Laura Miele lead independent director
SQlab develops four-part ergonomics system for gravel riding
Wolverine eliminates Active Group president role
MVC Group acquires bikepacking specialist Tailfin
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A timeline: Trump’s tariffs
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Outside Days 2026 signals a shift in the US outdoor industry
Chris Goddard reports from Denver, where Outside Days 2026 highlighted how access, participation and circularity are becoming increasingly important priorities for outdoor stakeholders on both sides of the Atlantic.
KMD Brands sales rise 6.5% as underlying Ebitda more than doubles
Kathmandu led growth at the Rip Curl and Oboz parent, while a large non-cash impairment pushed the group deep into the red
Aluula Q3 sales rise 16% as outdoor business expands
Performance Outdoor remained the composite-material specialist’s dominant business, while margins came under pressure ahead of its Vancouver production expansion.
Spinnova targets acquisition of Portuguese yarn spinner Tearfil
The Finnish materials technology company has signed a non-binding agreement to acquire its Portuguese yarn-spinning partner as it seeks greater control over fiber commercialization.
Nordic Outdoor Group acquires Swedish fishing supplier Fibe
The Nordic fishing group is adding the Swedish live bait and ice fishing specialist to its portfolio, shortly after acquiring BIOS and iFish.
On appoints Laura Miele lead independent director
The Swiss sportswear company has created a new board leadership position, appointing an existing director to the role.
Wolverine eliminates Active Group president role
The footwear group has eliminated a senior management position overseeing Merrell, Saucony and Chaco, with the responsibilities redistributed internally.
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