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EU urged to address textile waste crisis as consumption rises
As Europeans buy more clothes and shoes than ever, the EEA’s latest report, which takes 2022 as its baseline, highlights rising environmental costs and calls for a circular economy in fashion.
First Outdoor Impact Summit to deliver practical sustainability solutions
EOG’s new event this May will unite industry leaders in Munich to focus on actionable strategies for sustainability and impact.
Leatt reports strong Q4 growth despite FY decline
The South African supplier of two-wheeler equipment sees a promising Q4 rebound with rising helmet and armor sales, but full-year results reflect broader industry challenges.
Aquafil launches first plant to separate elastane from nylon
The pilot plant allows the effective separation of elastic fibers from nylon in blended fabrics, which is what the company calls a world’s first.
ISPO Munich 2025 unveils new concept and structure
The trade show presents several changes with new arenas, digital matchmaking and a global influencer summit. Read all the latest news and a short interview.
Aluula reports Q1 loss due to windsports slowdown, highlights growth plans
The Canadian materials company’s Q1 sales dipped 37 percent amid windsport headwinds, but strategic hires, new markets and solid margins signal strong growth potential ahead.
Bike24 swings to profit in 2024, expects strong 2025 growth
E-commerce cycling retailer Bike24 reports €5.3 million in adjusted Ebitda for 2024 after prior-year loss.
Retail’s new role: Enabling circularity
Retailers must seamlessly integrate omnichannel, consumer- and product-centric approaches while embracing circular economy principles, says our author.
KMD reports wider H1 loss, but Kathmandu sales trends improve
Despite a tough first half, the parent of Kathmandu, Oboz and Rip Curl sees positive momentum in DTC growth and forward wholesale orders across its key outdoor labels.
Beyond ownership: The future of omni-channel sports retail in a circular economy
As the outdoor and sports industry grapples with rapid change, a two-part series by our expert contributor Sébastien Willefert explores the opportunities and pitfalls of circular business models in retail.
Carbios announces changes to its governance
Isabelle Parize is the new Chairwoman, while Vincent Kamel is the new CEO, both with immediate effect.
Mips reports strong growth and sustainability gains in 2024
The helmet safety innovator released its 2024 Annual & Sustainability Report, revealing a standout year in both profit and environmental progress.
German Komoot changes into Italian hands
The owner of WeTransfer takes over Komoot to help scale the route-planning platform globally, aiming to enhance the outdoor experience for millions of users.
NLRB finds REI withheld wages from unionized employees
The independent federal agency has found the US retail co-op illegally withheld raises from union workers and failed to bargain fairly, prompting calls for accountability and back pay.
POW launches global glacier protection campaign
Protect Our Winters is launching a global campaign for glacier preservation, calling for urgent action to combat rapid ice loss and protect water security.
Black Diamond appoints new GM for EMEA
Alex Maerz brings 25 years of industry experience to the role of expanding the brand’s presence in key markets.
ThredUp’s 2025 resale report: online resale is booming amid changing consumer trends
The resale platform’s 2025 Resale Report shows rapid growth in online resale, with AI and social commerce reshaping secondhand shopping trends.
UK Outdoor Industry Awards 2025: Winners announced
The awards recognized outstanding products across ten categories, with the Rab Veil XP 30 named Product of the Year.
Intersport Austria reports strong winter and growth throughout the year
The Austrian retail group reports a strong winter season with a 17 percent rise in ski rentals, robust growth in running and fitness and expanding year-round sports offerings.
Garmin and researchers present first findings on happiness
Garmin and top researchers have unveiled some early insights from a groundbreaking study linking physical activity, sleep and social engagement to happiness.
Mammut names new Chief Commercial Officer
The Swiss brand welcomes Jérémie Blondel, bringing decades of industry experience and succeeding Felix Münnich.
New Wave GmbH strengthens board with industry experts
New Wave GmbH strengthens its board with seasoned industry experts, reinforcing its commitment to growth, sustainability, and innovation.
Black 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.
Merida 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.
Yeti 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.
Giant 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.
“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.
Hudson’s Bay seeks creditor protection amid retail industry pressures
Canada’s oldest retailer seeks protection from creditors in the face of trade tensions that may soon affect others, including outdoor companies.
Samsonite reports sales decline in 2024, aims for IPO in the US; Gregory sees slight growth
Samsonite reported a 6.5 percent decline in sales in 2024, but the outdoor division grew, indicating strong demand for high-quality outdoor equipment.
Decathlon Germany and BusinessBike partner to expand bike leasing access
The retailer expands bike leasing options, making cycling more accessible for employees and businesses across Germany.
