All Legal & Institutional articles
-
ArticleShimano partners with IMBA Europe to advance MTB sustainability
A collaboration aims to enhance trail building, environmental stewardship and access for mountain biking enthusiasts across Europe.
-
ArticleA look at ongoing COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan
COP29 in Baku is addressing climate finance, carbon markets and the fossil fuel transition against a backdrop of setbacks, political tensions and surprising global stances.
-
News briefsEuropean and Moroccan textile and clothing industries strengthen collaboration
EURATEX and AMITH have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the competitiveness of the Euro-Mediterranean textile industry.
-
News briefsAmer faces age discrimination lawsuit in Colorado
A recent lawsuit claims the group practiced age discrimination by favoring younger candidates in its hiring process.
-
ArticleUCI unveils developments in the regulations for the mountain bike discipline
Changes mostly involve the qualifying process and will come into force in 2025.
-
News briefsRottefella wins patent infringement case against Amer Sports
The Norwegian ski binding maker wins another case, barring Amer Sports’ Salomon and Atomic brands from selling Shift binding systems.
-
News briefseBay restricts private e-bike sales in UK
To address battery fire risks, the platform will limit UK e-bike sales to verified business sellers starting Oct. 31, prioritizing consumer safety.
-
News briefsGerman ZIV board member elected to CONEBI board
The umbrella organization of the European bicycle industry elected Volker Thiemann to its board.
-
News briefsEFTTA joins forces with French fishing industry association
The agreement is expected to help the two trade bodies have a more effective impact.
-
News briefsSantini and UCI extend their partnership deal for a further seven years
The long-standing agreement has been in place since 1998 and will now last until 2031.
-
ArticleOIA partners with 1% for the Planet
The British Outdoor Industries Association becomes an official Environmental Partner of 1% for the Planet, allowing members to support environmental causes while offsetting their membership fees.
-
ArticleDecathlon integrates e-bikes into EC’s sustainable mobility strategy
The retailer commits to making cycling more sustainable with its new Mobility Transition Pathway Pledge, promoting reparability, recycling and bike-sharing services.
-
ArticleEU implements partial PFAS ban in clothing for health safety
The European Commission introduced a phased ban on PFHxA, part of the PFAS chemical family, to reduce environmental and health risks in textiles.
-
News briefsOutdoor Industry Association hires new Advocacy Director
OIA has named Jaclyn Levy as Senior Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs, enhancing its policy efforts for outdoor recreation.
-
News briefsOIA elects new board members
OIA members elect new board directors, including leaders from Patagonia, Compose[d] and Columbia, to guide the outdoor industry.
-
News briefsOIA urges US Congress to act on De Minimis reform
The Outdoor Industry Association supports De Minimis reform to protect US businesses and jobs.
-
ArticleEOG expands OMIS data program across Europe
The European Outdoor Group’s program is expanding into France and DACH, offering real-time sales data to help retailers navigate the evolving outdoor market.
-
ArticleEU Commission initiates review on anti-dumping measures on bicycle imports from China
The EU is reviewing the impact of expiring anti-dumping tariffs on Chinese bicycle imports, which is crucial for the future of Europe’s bike industry.
-
ArticleOIA unveils outdoor industry apprenticeship program
The UK’s Outdoor Industries Association launches a new apprenticeship program with Skern Training, aimed at enhancing customer service skills within the industry.
-
ArticleStrate leaves EOG, Nelson assumes responsibilities
The General Secretary of EOG has left the association, with Scott Nelson taking over the executive team’s management and secretariat as Managing Director.
