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European Outdoor Week set for expanded 2027 return
ISPO launches independent €1 million impact foundation
No Excuses: The Outdoor Impact Summit that opened the European Outdoor Week
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European Outdoor Week set for expanded 2027 return
Black Diamond strengthens European sales leadership
ISPO launches independent €1 million impact foundation
Halti brings Helsinki-inspired minimalism to Kallio collection
Tahe Outdoors France advances court-supervised sale process
Lowa opens new US headquarters in Salt Lake City
Eddie Bauer enters hospitality with Moab adventure club
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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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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Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes: A Growing Force in Global Footwear
Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes is playing a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of China’s modern footwear industry. Now they are looking for a footwear manufacturer to invest in.
Samsonite lifestyle bags outperform in Q1
Samsonite’s non-travel category outpaced core travel luggage, while higher marketing and store investments weighed on earnings.
Alpen sales rise, profit falls in Q3
Outdoor and general sports supported the Japanese sporting goods retailer’s sales growth, while warm weather and higher costs weighed on profitabil
Lowa opens new US headquarters in Salt Lake City
The German footwear specialist is strengthening its North American presence with a new US headquarters in Utah following record global sales in 2025.
La Sportiva unveils major brand redesign ahead of centennial
The Italian mountain sports specialist is rolling out its most significant brand identity update in two decades as it prepares for its 100-year anniversary in 2028.
Black Diamond strengthens European sales leadership
The climbing and mountain sports brand is reinforcing its European commercial structure as it looks to deepen retail partnerships, strengthen omnichannel execution and expand its apparel business.
Rossignol appoints new global operations VP
The French mountain sports group has appointed experienced supply chain and operations executive Frederic Pillet to oversee its global manufacturing and logistics network.
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Eric Bascle: ‘Quality is discipline and restraint’
The independent ski brand ZAG sharpens its strategy around precision, durability and disciplined growth in a fragmented market. The OIC spoke with CEO Eric Bascle.
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Short Stops Week 21, 2026
+++ Stio is expanding its wholesale business by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the US and promoting Kevin Costigan to National Sales Manager of Wholesale as the company invests in broader specialty retail growth and market coverage
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