Blackbird Products Group, LLC announced the promotion of Bob George to the position of VP of sales, marketing & business development.
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GSM Announces Acquisition Of Truglo
GSM Outdoors announced its most recent acquisition of Truglo, a provider of a broad range of accessory items for archery, crossbow, and firearms
Li Ning Acquires Majority Stake In Clarks
Viva China Holdings, the sports talent agency founded by Chinese gymnast-turned-entrepreneur Li Ning, has acquired control of the U.K.-based footwear brand, Clarks for £51 million ($62 mm).
Goat Group Secures Investment From Groupe Artemis
Goat Group, the online marketplace for sneakerheads, has secured a strategic investment from Groupe Artemis, the controlling shareholder of Kering, the owner of Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta and other luxury brands.
SAYA Rscuw Project Receives 2021/22 ISPO Textrends Selection Award
SAYA received the 2021/22 ISPO Textrends Selection Award in Fibers & Insulations for two offerings, Rscuw and Rscuw Raw, which provide a renewal solution for leftover rolls of fabric and cutting scrap that doesn’t make it into a garment. Each year ISPO honors highlighted products in the sports industry, resulting from innovation, passion and creativity. […]
Olin Announces Facility Closures
Olin Corporation announced that it had decided to cease operations of its Trichloroethylene (Tric) and Anhydrous Hydrogen Chloride (AnHCl) liquefaction facilities in Freeport, TX, before the end of 2021. These actions are expected to be cash flow accretive.
SKLZ Releases Elite-Level Soccer Trainer Pro
Today, SKLZ released its Soccer Trainer Pro, designed to help soccer players develop and master elite-level skills. Its features include: a patented rapid-tension tightening and release system so coaches and players can break down and move the equipment quickly; a patented tightening and release system eliminates the need for a bungee; delivers consistent and repetitive […]
Elan Drops Limited Release Of Ripstick 106 And 96 With QuadRod
Elan dropped a limited early release of its Ripstick 106 and 96 Black Edition skis with QuadRod. The brand introduced “Black Edition” skis in 2018 and has since applied the construction to its leading models, including the Ripstick 106 and 96. QuadRod, a four-carbon rod reinforcement embedded in the ski’s core, delivers a lightweight, robust rebound. Beginning with […]
Etnies Adds DeMarcus Paul To BMX Pro Team
Etnies welcomed X Games Real BMX Medalist DeMarcus Paul to its pro team. He joins Nathan Williams, Tom Dugan, Chase Hawk, Jordan Godwin, Devon Smillie, and Felix Prangenberg. Originally from Albany, GA, Paul’s street style lays down hammers with a casual approach and natural demeanor. In addition to his 2017 Bronze in X Games Real […]
Report: Birkenstock Exploring Sale To CVC Capital
Birkenstock is in discussions to be acquired by CVC Capital Partners, according to a report from Bloomberg, The sale reportedly could value the nearly 250-year-old brand at $4.8 billion, including debt.
Southampton Exits Under Armour For Hummel
Southampton announced a new partnership with Hummel, the Danish brand, after mutually parting ways with Under Armour two years before its contract was due to expire.
VF Corp. Launches Enhanced Product Traceability Mapping Data
VF Corp. enhanced its traceability mapping program by disclosing Tier 1 through Tier 4 suppliers. The company said offering supply chain visibility through Tier 4 suppliers demonstrates its commitment to continuous improvement and increased transparency outlined in its corporate sustainability and responsibility strategy, Made for Change.
Brand Machine Group Acquires Penfield
Global licensing specialists Brand Machine Group (BMG) has acquired U.S. outdoor brand Penfield.
Benchmade Ends 2020 With Industry And Consumer Awards
Benchmade Knife Company, based in Oregon City, OR, has been recognized for the fourth year in a row by the Portland Business Journal as one of Oregon’s Most Admired Companies in the ‘Product Makers and Designers’ category along with Nike, Adidas and Columbia Sportswear. 2020 has been a year of change and growth for the company […]
G-Form Announces New Canadian Sports Distributor
G-Form introduced A.S.K. Sports Inc as its exclusive distributor for baseball, soccer and team sports products in Canada.
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