All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in OIC Vol. 18, Issue 1 – Page 5
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News briefsDecathlon Ford Racing Team champions gender equality in MTB
With a bold new lineup, Decathlon Ford Racing is pushing performance, inclusion and innovation on the global stage.
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ArticleTrump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs disrupt global supply chains for sporting goods, OIA warns of bankruptcies
Trump’s new tariffs send shockwaves through global supply chains, significantly impacting the outdoor and sporting goods industry worldwide.
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News briefsGlobetrotter contributes €300,000 to German environmental projects
The outdoor retailer supports forest, wetland and education projects with €300,000 in funding as part of its growing commitment to climate and biodiversity action.
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News briefsHelinox launches the “Play” collection of outdoor games this spring
The South Korean camping gear specialist unveils a playful twist for 2025 with “Helinox Play,” a new line of outdoor games designed to connect people through movement and fun.
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News briefsAsiabike Jakarta 2025 expands focus on green mobility solutions
The show returns with a bigger e-mobility focus, introducing E3Ws and expanding cross-border collaboration to support Indonesia’s EV goals.
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ArticleTecnica Group announces new CEO
Tecnica Group appoints former Adidas executive Andrea Dorigo to lead the next phase of global growth and innovation, according to Italian media sources.
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ArticleBianchi appoints new CEO as part of global expansion offensive
The Italian cycling brand marks its 140th anniversary with a new CEO, bold global expansion plans and a continued focus on innovation and Italian cycling heritage.
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News briefsFinisterre and Snow Peak unveil collaborative outdoor capsule
The British and Japanese brands team up for a beach-to-camp capsule collection featuring eco-conscious gear and apparel.
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ArticleIIC reports €14bn revenue in 2024 amid omnichannel growth
The global sporting goods retailer closed 2024 with €14bn in sales and store growth, navigating challenges through a strategic focus on digital expansion and local engagement.
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ArticleDecathlon Germany with record revenue, plans expansion
The retailer sees €1.17 billion in 2024 GMV, driven by omnichannel strategy, cycling growth and sustainability focus.
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News briefsKuiu integrates Ionic+ Botanical into apparel
The US hunting gear brand introduces Noble Biomaterials’ plant-based antimicrobial solution to hunting apparel, starting with the new Velocity technical tee.
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News briefsGarmin Fēnix smartwatches aid spaceflight health research
The wearable tech is used in space to study how microgravity impacts health, offering continuous biometrics without battery downtime.
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News briefsSimms launches resale program to promote a circular economy
The US fishing gear brand launches Recast, a peer-to-peer resale platform that keeps quality fishing gear in use and supports sustainability through circular design.
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News briefsOR Industry Day to tackle tech, trade and trends
OR’s new ”Industry Day” conference will discuss how AI, trade shifts and influencer marketing are reshaping the outdoor industry.
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ArticleDecathlon France navigates challenging 2024 with flat revenues, eyes growth in 2025
Despite a flat sales performance in 2024, the French retail chain and sporting goods manufacturer sees momentum building for 2025 with growth plans centered on circularity and innovation.
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ArticleDecathlon Group generates a turnover of €16.2bn in 2024
Decathlon boosted its 2024 revenue by over 5 percent while cutting emissions, expanding globally and investing in sustainability and circular business models.
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News briefsHeiQ sells stake in Taiwanese joint venture to Xefco
The Swiss company has exited its Taiwanese joint venture HX Innovation, transferring ownership to Australian partner Xefco.
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News briefsLenzing board member Walter Bickel resigns early
Walter Bickel has exceeded the transformation targets and is leaving prematurely; a new chairman of the supervisory board is also in prospect.
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News briefsBleubird opens franchise store in Annecy
The Irish brand steps into France, marking a key milestone in its global expansion.
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News briefsHanwag partners with Brandwave to expand presence in UK
The German brand teams up with the British sports marketing agency to elevate its UK presence.
