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“No excuses”: Outdoor Impact Summit reveals program and speakers
Patagonia appoints Calder-McLaren to new EMEA role
Outdoor gear on board Artemis II
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Four Corners UK adds Mico Sport
Amer Sports balance sheet strengthens
Accell resets business for growth phase
Outside in the City: Merrell’s urban outdoor concept
Worldly launches AI compliance solution
“No excuses”: Outdoor Impact Summit reveals program and speakers
Red Bull Paddelfest returns to Augsburg
Trade Shows & Events
European Outdoor Week 2026: The industry is moving from “No Excuses” to tangible action
From May 14–19, 2026, Riva del Garda will host European Outdoor Week, combining the Outdoor Impact Summit, ORBDAYS & OUTDOOR trade show, and European Outdoor Media Day.
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A timeline: Trump’s tariffs
In this constantly updated article, OIC and SGI Europe contributors share the news on US President Trump’s tariffs impacting the industry
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Amer Sports balance sheet strengthens
S&P Global affirms Amer Sports’ credit rating following debt repayment and improved leverage profile.
Polygiene reports continued growth and margin improvement in 2025
The Swedish ingredient brand reports higher sales and improved profitability in 2025, while publishing its annual report and confirming its AGM date
Amer Sports balance sheet strengthens
S&P Global affirms Amer Sports’ credit rating following debt repayment and improved leverage profile.
Accell resets business for growth phase
The bicycle group reports progress on its transformation and outlines the next growth phase focused on commercial performance and an integrated platform.
Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor names interim US GM
Tom Mason has been appointed interim general manager of Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor USA, alongside two additional leadership hires.
Patagonia appoints Calder-McLaren to new EMEA role
The Californian brand creates a new EMEA role to align marketing and impact, appointing Amanda Calder-McLaren to lead the function.
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Short Stops Week 16, 2026
+++ Nike’s Chief Innovation Officer Tony Bignell is stepping down after less than a year, marking the third leadership change in the role in under three years and underscoring ongoing instability in the company’s innovation function
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