Blaser Group Appoints North American Director Of Sales

Blaser Group announced Derek Paul has joined the company as North American director of sales. In this role, Paul will be responsible for all commercial sales activities for Blaser, Mauser, Sauer, and Rigby rifles and Minox optics throughout North America.

Apex Global Brand’s Q2 Sales Slip 21 Percent

Apex Global Brands reported sales declined 21.4 percent in the second quarter ending August 1. The net loss came to $1.3 million, or $2.38 a share, in-line with the year-ago period. The owner of Hi-Tec, Magnum, Tony Hawk and other lifestyle brands also said it entered into an amended forbearance agreement with senior secured lender on September 1.

Apple Launches New Fitness Service

Apple Inc. announced a new fitness subscription service, Fitness+, that will include 10 studio workouts including yoga, cycling, dance, rowing, strength training, and “mindful cooldowns.”

Safilo Announces New Term Loan Facility

Safilo Group S.p.A. announced the signing of a new term loan facility for an amount of €108.0 million ($123 mm) to provide Safilo S.p.A. with additional liquidity to finance working capital and investment needs for activities located in Italy.