All General Outdoor articles – Page 4
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News briefsMilliken & Company announces investment in biotech firm Tidal Vision
The partnership is meant to expand the use of chitosan-based biodegradable chemistries into new applications on a global scale.
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OpinionBefore we sell more new stuff – can we do something about ‘broken’ waterproof shells?
The linear business model of this industry is to make-sell-disown product. This is not the much-heralded circular business model frequently spoken about. The facts are that the industry makes the most profit by selling stuff. If a product gets returned under warranty, it is often easier just to replace it ...
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News briefsSherpa Adventure Gear achieves remarkable social milestone
Nepalese outdoor brand Sherpa Adventure Gear has financed nearly 1.5 million school days for underprivileged children in Nepal through product sales.
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News briefsFjällräven Germany realigns team
New leadership in marketing, sales and merchandising focuses on boosting interaction with outdoor enthusiasts and sustainability-conscious consumers.
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ArticleMeet The Outdoor Industry Compass and EDM Publications team at ISPO Munich
We look forward to seeing you at our booth and our panel discussions at ISPO Munich.
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News briefsNaturkompaniet expands second-hand initiative, focuses on sustainability
Free boot waxing and new secondhand store mark the Green Black Friday.
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ArticleRevelyst debuts on NYSE after $2.15bn transaction
The final sale of The Kinetic Group allows Vista Outdoor to separately go public with its outdoor products segment before it is also sold off.
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ArticleBest material development and innovation takeaways Winter 2026
Discover how groundbreaking dyeing techniques and bio-based innovations, showcased at Performance Days and the Functional Fabric Fair Fall 2024, are revolutionizing the textile industry and shaping a sustainable future. By Alexa Dehmel.
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News briefsWolverine Worldwide appoints Work Group product innovation leader
Industry veteran Mike Maloney joins Work Group as Chief Product Officer.
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News briefsIcebug donates all Black Friday revenue to forest protection
The Swedish footwear brand advocates sustainability over profit with full-priced sales.
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ArticleTrump proposes tariffs for Mexico, Canada and China
Proposed tariffs spark economic and trade concerns across North America.
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News briefsVF Corp. announces distribution center closure and layoffs
The group consolidates operations, closing a facility and laying off employees as part of its strategic transformation plan.
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ArticleOutdoor brands transform Black Friday with conservation initiatives
Green Friday campaign by eight EOCA members encourages responsible consumerism for conservation efforts.
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ArticleBiotexfuture Fall Forum on Dec. 2 spotlights circular, bio-based sportswear
Experts explore biobased and circular sportswear production innovations, showcasing groundbreaking materials and sustainable manufacturing practices.
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News briefsOrthoLite expands Indian operations with new facilities, key hires
The US-based insole specialist enhances its production capacity and local operations in South Asia to meet growing market demands.
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News briefsVista’s shareholders approve sale of The Kinetic Group
Shareholders approve the transaction transferring key assets, paving the way for strategic realignment and a significant new listing.
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ArticleBody data survey reveals changing body dimensions in China
Humanetics has unveiled a landmark body data survey on the growth of the Chinese population, shaping innovation across industries.
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News briefsNikwax to present PFAS-free DWR at ISPO Munich
Direct.Dry, the company’s latest innovation in water-repellent technology, promises enhanced sustainability and durability for the outdoor gear industry.
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ArticleRecycling collaboration targets circular textile economy in France
Reju and Nouvelles Fibres Textiles want to tackle the problem of textile waste by creating sustainable recycling systems for the production of Reju PET, a polyester with a 50 percent lower carbon footprint than virgin material.
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ArticleCOP29 decides on $300bn climate fund, impact on fashion and outdoor industries
Global climate summit secures $300bn for vulnerable nations, shaping policies that influence fashion and outdoor industries’ sustainability practices.
