Thomas van Schalkwyk, a South African national, oversees the daily operations at Birkenstock’s newest 35,000-square-meter production factory in the Berlin-Szczecin industrial park near Pasewalk, Germany. He has extensive experience in the manufacturing sector.
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CBP Officers Seize Crocs Counterfeit Clogs at Rochester Port of Entry
Officers at the Rochester port of entry seized various designer items, including beauty products and dietary supplements, along with a shipment of Crocs Classic Clogs, for bearing counterfeit trademarks.
Crocs, Inc. and Mosaic Brand Limited Settle Australia Lawsuit
Crocs filed the case against Mosaic in late 2021 when the company found that Mosaic was selling footwear that Crocs alleged was deceptively similar to its Classic Clog.
PickleRage to Open New Club in DC/Baltimore Metro Area
Opening its doors in Q4 2024, the club will be directly adjacent to the Thurgood Marshall International Airport in a densely populated community 11 miles north of downtown Baltimore.
Play It Again Sports Parent Sees Flat Q2 on Planned Decline in Leasing Revenue
The company recently made the decision to no longer solicit new leasing customers and pursue an orderly run-off of its middle-market leasing portfolio. Resulting leasing revenue was halved year-over-year.
Authentic Partners with Velocity Global Brands for Lucky Brand Workwear
Through the agreement, Velocity will design, manufacture and distribute men’s and women’s workwear across the U.S. and Canada for the denim and lifestyle brand.
Fitness Ventures LLC Set to Open Crunch Gym in Greenwood, IN
The 50,000-square-foot Crunch Greenwood will occupy the former Christmas Tree Shoppe at the Greenwood Pavilion when it opens in fall 2024.
Ralph Lauren Issues Statement Relating to Recent Indonesia Media Reports
The company said it does not directly operate any stores in Indonesia, nor has it authorized or entered into an agreement with any partner or distributor to operate any “Polo Ralph Lauren” or other “Ralph Lauren” branded stores in Indonesia.
Skechers Expands United Legwear & Apparel Partnership with EU and UK Distribution
Skechers will now have dedicated showroom space at ULAC Europe B.V.’s headquarters in Amsterdam and in its London showroom for its lifestyle and performance socks for men, women and kids.
Allbirds Appoints New VP of Design
Before joining Allbirds, Isreal was the global creative director for Salomon. Before that, he spent a cumulative eight years at Specialized Bicycle Components.
Sport-Brella Launches Sol-Breeze Shelter
The Sport-Brella Sol-Breeze is an open-walled shelter that provides full visibility with overhead coverage.
EXEC: VF Corp. Divests Supreme Brand to Oakley Parent in Cash Deal
The transaction is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2024, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. The $1.5 billion sale of Supreme is expected to be dilutive to VF’s earnings per share in fiscal 2025.
Callaway Golf to Release Opus and Opus Platinum Wedges
Three key elements work in conjunction to provide “crisp, tour-level spin that promotes short game action and control like never before.”
Fitness International Acquires XSport Fitness
The operator of LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club, and Club Studio brands, announced its acquisition of XSport Fitness, expanding its offerings in Chicago, New York and Virginia markets.
EXEC: Thule Posts Tepid Q2 Sales Growth; U.S. Market Seen as “Weak but Positive”
The North American market continued to be challenging with a high level of promotional activity. Sales of bike-related products, Juvenile & Pet and Thule branded products in Packs, Bags & Luggage showed growth in the region.
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