All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, Issue 1 – Page 10
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News briefsVaude expands franchise network with store in Traunstein
With the new store in Traunstein, the brand is bringing sustainable outdoor equipment and environmentally conscious retail practices to the Chiemgau region in Germany.
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News briefsDecathlon unveils E-Hike for assisted hiking
The French brand and retailer introduces an electric-assist backpack designed to make hiking easier for all.
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News briefsSwitchback Spring expands industry impact through key partnerships
The new US show is bringing together top outdoor organizations for industry-wide impact.
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ArticleBlack Diamond produces climbing hardware and trekking poles from recycled aluminum
The company takes a bold step in sustainability by verifying recycled aluminum in its gear.
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ArticleMerida reports loss on Specialized write down, but core business strengthens
Despite a major writedown on its Specialized investment, the Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer’s core business is growing.
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News briefsSchöffel Pro is showcasing high-performance workwear at Interalpin
Schöffel’s workwear division debuts at Interalpin 2025, showcasing apparel designed for mountain professionals.
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News briefsLenzing Group reports recovery despite negative net income
The Austrian cellulose fiber specialist sees strong revenue and Ebitda growth in 2024, but challenges remain.
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News briefsEmerald expands into luxury travel with acquisition of This is Beyond
The organizer of the Outdoor Retailer and Surf Expo shows is expanding into luxury travel with its latest acquisition.
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OpinionIndustry 4.0 in sporting goods manufacturing
Industry 4.0 transforms sporting goods manufacturing with AI, IoT, and automation, driving efficiency, sustainability and competitive growth.
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News briefsIcebug publishes book on human skills development
The Swedish footwear company shares lessons from a two-year inner development program in its new book.
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ArticleYeti appoints two industry veterans to strengthen board leadership
The Texas-based company adds J. Magnus Welander and Arne Arens to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its growth strategy.
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News briefsArc’teryx expands global Summer Academy Series for 2025
The Summer Academy Series will include more climbing, trail running and sustainability efforts.
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News briefsNaturkompaniet once again named Sweden’s most sustainable retailer
The Swedish outdoor retail chain has received the award for the 12th year in a row.
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OpinionPerformance Days in Asia: Functional Textiles Shanghai
OIC columnist Charles Ross was just at Performance Days in Munich, then flew directly to Shanghai and is now already reporting on the Functional Textiles event held there on March 11 and 12.
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News briefsEmerald reports profit growth in Q4, expands event portfolio
The organizer of the Outdoor Retailer show posted a Q4 profit, expanded its event portfolio, and made strategic acquisitions to drive future growth.
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News briefsNSGA pledges support for Canadian sporting goods industry
The US association is standing with the Canadian sporting goods industry, pledging continued collaboration with suppliers and retailers across the border.
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News briefsCourt dismisses shareholder lawsuit against Fox Factory
The suspension specialist just scored a legal win, but the shareholder lawsuit over alleged post-pandemic inventory issues might not be over yet.
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 12, 2025
TRADE SHOWS & EVENTS +++ The second edition of Mile & Stone / Connect, the B2B event dedicated to trail running, will be held at Novotel Atria in Annecy, France, on March 25, 2025 +++ M&A +++ US-based payments and financial tech company Fiserv has acquired CCV, a ...
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ArticleGiant Group faces inventory write-downs due to weak market conditions
The Taiwanese group faces a 7.4 percent sales decline and TWD1.9bn inventory loss but expects profit recovery in 2025 as demand for new products rises.
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Article“The Key” project pioneers circular textile recycling
A new German project is tackling one of the textile industry’s biggest challenges: recycling polyester-cotton blends.
