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KMD Brands enters exclusive talks with Bluestar
Textile industry seeks stronger EU–Canada trade ties
Newell outdoor sales fall 7.7% in Q3
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Ecco to close Portugal and Vietnam factories
KMD Brands enters exclusive talks with Bluestar
Suunto launches Race 3S with AI training coach
Icebug expands winter footwear collection
Salomon opens performance center in Austria
Gear Aid acquires Campsuds brand
Textile industry seeks stronger EU–Canada trade ties
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US tariffs - a timeline
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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Trade Shows & Events
Maine launches new Northeast Snow Show
The inaugural First Tracks event will bring more than 55 exhibitors, winter sports programming and an outdoor film festival to Portland, Maine.
Unifi cuts losses despite 5.7% sales decline
Stronger gross margins and positive cash flow helped the recycled fiber manufacturer narrow its losses, while a property sale reduced debt.
Newell outdoor sales fall 7.7% in Q3
Outdoor & Recreation sales and profitability weakened despite gains at Contigo and strong demand for Coleman’s collapsible coolers.
KMD Brands enters exclusive talks with Bluestar
The US brand management group is conducting due diligence on a potential acquisition of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz.
Lenzing updates ownership after capital increase
B&C and Suzano retain 52.25% of voting rights, while Suzano’s parent company acquires a direct stake and Goldman Sachs holds 5.86%.
X Games appoints Paul Asencio as CRO
The appointment follows record growth for the new team-based X Games League, with rising TV audiences and international expansion.
Kari Traa strengthens Central European marketing
The Norwegian women’s outdoor brand has expanded its regional team with a new marketing coordinator based in Germany.
Latest Interview
From industry to government: Leon Korošec on European competitiveness and innovation
The fomer Elan executive discusses Europe’s industrial competitiveness and innovation, as well as his transition from business to government.
Latest Short Stops
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Short Stops Week 45, 2026
+++ Authentic Brands Group, owner of several outdoor brands including Eddie Bauer, Hunter and Spyder, has appointed Victor Fonseca as SVP, Head of Brazil, to expand its existing and new brands in the market +++
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