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Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor Group names new CEO
Lenzing promotes Kasperkovitz to CEO
USWE targets faster growth after improved FY2026
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Performance Days expands Future Fabrics presence
Peak Performance teams up with Ruohan Wang
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A timeline: Trump’s tariffs
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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.
WeSports posts record Q1 growth
Strong demand for winter sports, early-spring sales and acquisitions helped WeSports deliver record Q1 growth and higher profitability.
USWE targets faster growth after improved FY2026
The Swedish hydration-pack and motorcycle luggage specialist improved profitability and cash flow in FY2026 while expanding US distribution through REI, Specialized and Cycle Gear.
Cotswold Outdoor Group relocates HQ to Swindon
The British retail group has relocated its headquarters to a new sustainability-focused office complex in Swindon, using mountain-inspired design elements to reinforce its outdoor retail identity and support future growth.
Kontoor sells Lee to Authentic in portfolio reset
Kontoor Brands is selling Lee to Authentic Brands Group in a deal worth up to $1bn, sharpening its focus on Wrangler and Helly Hansen as the company shifts toward higher-growth outdoor, workwear and lifestyle categories.
Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor Group names new CEO
After 14 years with the company, Outdoor Group CEO Martin Riebel will step down at the end of June, with former Intersport executive Christoph Frechen taking over leadership of the multi-brand outdoor business.
Lenzing promotes Kasperkovitz to CEO
The Austrian fiber producer has named Georg Kasperkovitz as CEO, completing a leadership transition that began with his appointment as COO one year ago.
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Short Stops Week 23, 2026
+++ Italian wheel manufacturer Ursus has partnered with Dutch off-road cycling team KMC for the 2026 season, supplying its Proxima M and Proxima G wheelsets for mountain bike, gravel and beach racing competitions across national and international events
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