All Outdoor Industry Compass articles in Vol. 16, Issue 5 – Page 2
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News briefsOfficial launch of ReHubs Europe
At a kick-off meeting in Barcelona on Oct. 3, the European Apparel and Textile Confederation (Euratex) and 20 incoming members presented ReHubs Europe, a new international non-profit organization dedicated to boosting textile recycling. The official launch follows three years of preparation and the publication of a ”Techno-Economic Study” that looked ...
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News briefsRenewcell expands Circulose supplier network
Swedish textile recycler Renewcell has announced the expansion of its Circulose supplier network to 116 members. Circulose is Renewcell’s 100 percent recycled textile pulp, generated from cotton-rich textile waste. Initially composed of 47 yarn and textile producers, the Circulose Supplier Network has now evolved to include a diverse range of ...
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ArticleAccell Group appoints new CEO and Supervisory Board Chairman
Source: Accell Group Tjeerd Jegen, new CEO and Chair of the Management Board The Netherlands-based Accell Group, a leading manufacturer of bicycles, bicycle parts and accessories, has appointed Tjeerd Jegen as CEO and Chair of the Management Board, effective Nov. 1, 2023. Jegen succeeds Juan de Ochoa, ...
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News briefsParlee Cycles changes owner
Source: Parlee Composites John Harrison, new owner of Parlee Massachusetts-based company Parlee Cycles has been acquired by avid cyclist and independent investor John Harrison, effective Oct. 1, 2023. The acquisition of the brand and 100 percent of Parlee Cycles’ assets signals the end of their restructuring process ...
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News briefsHyosung expands global marketing team
In support of its continued global business growth, South Korean sustainable textile solutions provider Hyosung has hired marketing strategist Christiane Rauch as Senior Consultant Northern Europe - Hyosung Spandex and outdoor industry expert Laura Nilo as its new US Marketing Manager, West Coast. Rauch, based in Germany, is an experienced ...
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News briefsClarus retains financial advisor for possible sale of Precision Sport segment
In response to the non-binding expression of interest by Warren B. Kanders, Clarus Corp.’s Executive Chairman, to acquire the company’s Precision Sport segment, which includes the Sierra Bullets and Barnes Bullets subsidiaries, the special committee of Salt Lake City, Utah-based Clarus’s Board of Directors hired Houlihan Lokey as the special ...
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ArticleVista Outdoor unveils name for outdoor products segment
Having already announced the new name of its Sporting Products segment (The Kinetic Group) last August, Vista Outdoor Inc. has now revealed the name and identity of its Outdoor Products segment following the planned separation of the group: Revelyst, Inc. The new Outdoor Products company will trade on the New ...
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ArticleOIA education sessions at Outdoor Retailer Winter
The US Outdoor Industry Association (Outdoor Industry Association) announced its diverse lineup of education sessions at the Outdoor Retailer Winter show, held at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah, Nov. 14-16, 2023. Featuring experts in their field, OIA education sessions are uniquely programmed to serve the outdoor industry ...
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News briefsTimberland appoints new CMO
Source: Timberland Maisie Willoughby, Timberland’s new VP, CMO Timberland has hired Maisie Willoughby as the brand’s new Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, effective Oct. 16. In her new role, Willoughby will drive the global brand strategy and vision for Timberland, which is owned by VF Corp. ...
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News briefsHaglöfs presents Outsiders by Nature Film Festival 2023
Now in its third year, the Outsiders by Nature Film Festival presented by Haglöfs puts a spotlight on the journeys undertaken by Haglöfs’ community of adventure-seeking ambassadors. Screening events, each showcasing a selection of this year’s festival films and cameos by some of Haglöfs’ adventurous ambassadors, will take place this ...
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ArticleInov-8 rebrands for the first time in 20-year history
Founded in 2003 in the mountains of northern England, the running, hiking and fitness brand Inov-8 is undergoing its first rebrand. To mark the milestone of two decades, the company has now unveiled a new look with the new wordmark “INOV8.” The new name and logo will first appear on ...
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News briefsEdelrid expanding in Europe
With the acquisition of the Slovakian rope manufacturer Žilmont s.r.o., German climbing specialist Edelrid is expanding its production capacities in Central and Eastern Europe. Since Oct. 1, 2023, the Slovakian rope manufacturer belongs to the Edelrid Group and operates under the name Edelrid Slovakia s.r.o. In addition to Edelrid North ...
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ArticleGOTS publishes Due Diligence Handbook
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), in collaboration with The Hague-based UpRights Foundation, has published the GOTS Due Diligence Handbook for Certified Entities. This landmark publication is an essential step forward in promoting sustainability, human rights and ethical business practices in the textile sector. Ruslan Alyamkin, responsible for standards development ...
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News briefsNew management for Brose’s e-bike segment
Source: Brose Daniel Wolde-Giorgis With immediate effect, Dr. Daniel Wolde-Giorgis is taking over the management of Brose Antriebstechnik, the e-bike division of the German automotive supplier Brose. Wolde-Giorgis will continue to drive Brose’s development as a system provider for e-bikes and strategically expand the service offering. Wolde-Giorgis’ ...
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News briefsRECCO teams up with American Institute for Avalanche Research
Recco, known worldwide as a provider of avalanche burial location technology, has partnered with the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) to support the institute’s Women’s Mentorship Program. The partnership will raise awareness of Recco technology among AIARE instructors and students and show them how to incorporate it ...
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ArticleAccelerated travel demand boosts Osprey sales in Q2
After citing Osprey’s recent strong performances in Great Britain and Germany, parent Helen of Troy says the outdoor brand should generate additional sales growth in H2 on demand for its core backpack and in the adjacent on-trend travel packs. Osprey, thanks to accelerated travel demand and an improved year-over-year inventory ...
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News briefsAmerican Outdoor Brands appoints Chief Operating Officer
U.S. holding company American Outdoor Brands (AOB), whose primary brands include makers of firearms for hunting as well as law enforcement equipment products and other outdoor products, announced that Brent Vulgamott, Vice President of Sales, Operations & Analytics, has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer, ...
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News briefsTMC and ZDHC Foundation collaborate to combat microfibers
The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) and the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals Roadmap to Zero Programme (ZDHC) have teamed up to publish a guide to tackling microfiber loss in the textile industry that will enable supply chains, brands and retailers to take effective action against microfiber pollution. Key ...
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News briefsDeuter’s repair service embarks on third German Promise Tour
In October and November 2023, backpack and sleeping bag specialist Deuter will repair used and aging Deuter backpacks, sleeping bags or accessories at selected retailers in Freiburg, Gersthofen, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Munich, Germany, and provide information about its sustainability strategies. Usually, the products are sent to the company headquarters in Gersthofen ...
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ArticleBerghaus, Endura and Canterbury support 700-mile charity challenge
British outdoor brand Berghaus, Scottish cycling brand Endura and New Zealand rugby brand Canterbury have teamed up with Scottish ex-rugby player Kenny Logan for a special charity challenge. From Oct. 1-7, Logan and a team of celebrity friends will embark on a grueling 700-mile walk and bike ride from Murrayfield ...
