All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 17, Issue 4 – Page 16
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News briefsCarbios appoints Tommy Maussin as CMO
Maussin previously spent the last 17 years at Michelin.
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ArticleBikes are going the way of cars, says top bike mechanic
Electronics are changing the repair shop and other things.
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News briefsGo Outdoors opens Europe’s largest outdoor store
A special celebration weekend is scheduled for Sept. 7/8, with brand ambassador and TV presenter Helen Skelton cutting the ribbon.
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News briefsRevenues, income down at Snow Factory
The Iberian distributor’s revenue fell 2.3% in 2023 to €17m, marking its first drop in four years, with net income plunging 65%.
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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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ArticleSasta Oy acquired by new ownership group
The new Finnish shareholders plan expansion, with the brand’s founding family remaining the company’s key owners.
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News briefsREI promotes Cameron Janes to COO
The US retail co-op expands Janes’ leadership role to oversee logistics and adventure travel operations.
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News briefsBMZ Group takes over the distribution of Whyte Bikes in DACH region
BMZ’s Hawk Bike division will be the exclusive distributor of the British brand in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
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News briefsMountain Warehouse acquires EMS for $10 million
The British specialty retailer closes a deal to acquire the US company Eastern Mountain Sports, saving seven stores and 100 jobs.
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News briefsArc’teryx partners with Skip on first “powered pants”
Adjustable carbon fiber cuffs embrace the leg inside the pants, transferring power from a motor to the leg during hiking.
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News briefsSamsara Eco and Nilit team up to build nylon 6.6 recycling facility
The two companies aim to deliver ”climate repair through infinite recycling.”
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News briefsZDHC launches air emissions guidelines for textile, leather, and footwear industries
The new Air Emissions Guidelines are not intended to replace brand-specific requirements for air emissions management but to support or complement them.
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ArticleEuropean Outdoor Summit 2024: Two weeks to go
With just two weeks to go until EOS 2024 in Cambridge, we give you an update on what to expect at this year’s summit.
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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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ArticleOeko-Tex reports record growth in certifications
In 2023/2024, the certifications platform saw a 22% increase in valid certificates, exceeding 50,000, over 40,000 certified chemical products and 52% more Made in Green labels.
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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 briefsAdidas Terrex releases jacket with Primaloft, Gore-Tex hiking shoe
The brand has launched the Xperior Hooded Jacket featuring Primaloft insulation and a new lightweight hiking shoe with Gore-Tex membrane.
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News briefsOutdoor trends at Sport Achat Été, Sept. 9-10
Explore the latest outdoor trends at Sport Achat Été 2024, where over 200 brands will showcase their innovations in Grenoble, France.
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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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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.
