All Retail articles – Page 3
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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 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 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 briefsMontane opens store in Beijing
The British brand has opted for China for its first Asian store as the number of outdoor enthusiasts in the country is growing.
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News briefsNorrøna to open store in Zurich in November
The first Zurich store, the Norwegian brand is strengthening its presence in Central Europe.
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News briefsGOA elects new board and new members
The Grassroots Outdoor Alliance announced big changes, with new leadership stepping in to guide the US organization through its next chapter.
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News briefsNew CEO for Eastern Canadian retailer Sail
Isabelle Lemay was appointed as President and CEO of Sail Outdoors, set to lead the retailer’s growth in Eastern Canada.
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News briefsAlpen's net profit falls by 68% despite sales growth in Japan
The Japanese sporting goods retailer’s annual operating profit declined 34% over the 12-month period ending June 30.
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ArticleEco-consumers: Navigating triggers and barriers
Consumer expert Fredrik Ekström unveils key findings about consumer behavior and reveals three primary consumer personas.
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News briefsREI sets sustainability benchmark with new distribution center
REI’s newest distribution center in Tennessee earned the prestigious LEED v4 Platinum Certification from the US Green Building Council.
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ArticleSwedish sports retail sees 2.5% decline in Q2 sales, bicycle sales on the rise
While Swedish sports retail in general has declined for the tenth consecutive quarter in Q2 of 2024, bicycle sales appear to be recovering, growing by an impressive 10% compared to the previous quarter.
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News briefsBelgian Cycling Factory strengthens IBD commitment
Bicycle supplier Belgian Cycling Factory – parent of the Eddy Merckx and Ridley brands – is expanding its team of country managers as part of a new IBD business model.
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News briefsGlobetrotter launches new secondhand online shop
Globetrotter has launched its own secondhand online shop, operated entirely in-house and integrating the sale and acquisition of secondhand products into the retailer’s shop system.
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News briefsLedieu becomes REI’s seniormost technology leader
Source: REI Co-op Guillaume Ledieu US specialty outdoor retailer REI announced that Guillaume Ledieu is the co-op’s next Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. Before his time at REI, Ledieu had a strong track record as a global leader in technology and business transformation. Most recently, he served ...
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News briefsArc’teryx opens brand store in Munich
Source: Hannah Hlavacek ReBird Service Center in the new Munich store After opening its first store in Berlin at the beginning of June, Arc’teryx opened its first brand store in Munich on July 6, 2024 at Theatinerstraße 36. The Canadian outdoor brand offers its entire range of ...
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ArticleNaturkompaniet’s turnover increased to €75m in 2023
Naturkompaniet’s turnover in Sweden increased by 34 million Swedish kronor in 2023, reaching SEK 854 million (€75.4m) compared to SEK 820 million (€72.4m) the year before. The Outdoor Industry Compass spoke with CEO Henrik Hoffman about the latest numbers.
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ArticleSport 2000 Austria and Bike&Co join forces
As the demand for bicycles in Austria has been unbroken for years and the need for competent advice, technical services and high-quality equipment is increasing, Sport 2000 Austria has decided to cooperate with the German buying group Bike&Co (BiCo). The intention is to pool both associations’ know-how and expert knowledge, ...
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News briefsLuis Trenker expands in South Tyrol
The South Tyrolean fashion and lifestyle brand Luis Trenker is opening two new stores in its home region in July. The opening of the store in Ortisei/Val Gardena on July 11 is of particular significance for founder and Managing Director Michi Klemera, as the town is the ...
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News briefsHervis Update: Hanfeld to assume sole responsibility
Austrian sports retailer Hervis is taking the next step in its ongoing restructuring: Dr. Ulrich Hanfeld will take over sole management responsibility by the end of June 2024. We reported earlier this month that the retail chain would be run by a management duo. The retail expert was hired at ...
